Welcome to Mars 9

September 16, 2026
Puzzle Adventure Indie Arcade
PC Switch
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Welcome to Mars 9: The Tale of River is an old-school graphic adventure about a person adrift in space, rescued by a luxurious space station orbiting Mars. Playing as River, you will be drawn into a world of comfort and pleasure, only to soon discover that the station hides a dark secret.
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Release Date September 16, 2026
Game Modes Single player
Themes Science fiction
Welcome to Mars 9

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