Mars 2120

About

Mars 2120 is a metroidvania-style platform shooter where you control Sgt. Anna Charlotte as she explores a Martian colony. Combat blends melee attacks with elemental abilities like ice, fire, and electricity, letting you adapt to enemies and environments. The colony’s layout encourages backtracking, with new paths unlocking as you collect upgrades. Exploration reveals hidden areas and biome shifts, from industrial zones to alien-tinged landscapes. The game leans into retro-inspired design without leaning too hard on nostalgia. Player communities note tight controls and a puzzle-like approach to combat, with some comparing the flow to Guacamelee’s rhythm-based mechanics. Available on PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox, and Switch, it released in August 2024. While not reinventing the genre, its focus on elemental experimentation and Mars-specific setting keeps it from feeling repetitive.

Storyline

Follow Sgt. Anna "Thirteen" Charlotte on a space mission to the first human colony on Mars. Explore the Martian colony, discover new biomes, secrets, and numerous threats along the way.