Unearthing Mars

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Unearthing Mars drops you on the dusty surface of the Red Planet to explore solve puzzles and fend off threats. The game uses VR to let you interact with the environment in 3D mixing brain teasers with sudden bursts of action. You’ll switch between careful problem solving and quick reflexes as you uncover Mars’ secrets. The campaign is linear but packed with surprises keeping you engaged through its 15-hour story mode. The standout is the variety of gameplay styles. While some VR titles focus on one type of action this game throws puzzles shooting and exploration into the mix. It’s a bit of a grab bag but that keeps things from getting repetitive. With a 78% critic score and over 500,000 copies sold since 2017 it’s clear many players enjoyed the mix. Available on PS4 PC and PS VR it’s an option for those looking for a Mars-themed adventure with a few unexpected twists.