Terraforming Mars Prelude Print ((free)) Jun 2026

Because you choose 2 out of 4 Prelude cards, you are presented with a mini-puzzle right at the start: Which combination sets me up best? Do you take the card that gives you money now, or the card that gives you production for the long haul? This adds strategic depth without adding complexity.

Terraforming Mars: Prelude, or how to ideally reduce randomness terraforming mars prelude print

There is persistent rumor in the community about a Terraforming Mars: 2nd Edition that includes Prelude mechanics in the base box. As of this writing, FryxGames has confirmed they are re-releasing Prelude as a standalone new edition. However, the upcoming Prelude 2 expansion (new cards) is in development. Because you choose 2 out of 4 Prelude

: Permanent increases in megacredits, heat, or plants. Terraforming Mars: Prelude, or how to ideally reduce

: Immediate placement of oceans or increases in temperature/oxygen.

— Gain 3 steel + 3 titanium production. Donation — Gain 28 MC (no production). Great Aquifer — Place 2 ocean tiles and gain 3 MC per adjacent ocean.

: When using Prelude in solo mode, you must reach a Terraform Rating (TR) of 12 generations Printable Resources