--- product_id: 685071347 title: "Stronghold Games | Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 | Board Game Expansion | Ages 14+ | 1-5 Players | 90-120+ Minutes Playing Time, Brown and Beige" brand: "stronghold games" price: "$70.00" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Stronghold Games" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/685071347-stronghold-games-terraforming-mars-prelude-2-board-game-expansion-ages store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 13 new Prelude cards Expands to Mars, Venus & Colonies Political Turmoil gameplay Stronghold Games | Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 | Board Game Expansion | Ages 14+ | 1-5 Players | 90-120+ Minutes Playing Time, Brown and Beige **Brand:** stronghold games **Price:** $70.00 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your Terraforming Mars saga—because the future waits for no one! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Stronghold Games | Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 | Board Game Expansion | Ages 14+ | 1-5 Players | 90-120+ Minutes Playing Time, Brown and Beige by stronghold games - **How much does it cost?** $70.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/685071347-stronghold-games-terraforming-mars-prelude-2-board-game-expansion-ages) ## Best For - stronghold games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stronghold games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Multi-Planetary Action:** Experience strategic depth across Mars, Venus, and the Colonies for an epic cosmic conquest. - • **Playable Standalone Cards:** 4 corporations and 13 Prelude cards work even without other expansions—flexible and ready to play. - • **Elevate Strategic Thinking:** Designed to sharpen your problem-solving skills while delivering 90-120+ minutes of immersive play. - • **Jumpstart Your Terraforming:** Dive straight into high-stakes planetary expansion with Prelude 2’s dynamic starting boosts. - • **Seamless Expansion Integration:** Compatible with Venus Next, Colonies, and Turmoil expansions for limitless gameplay variety. ## Overview Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 is a strategic board game expansion requiring the base game and Prelude. It introduces 13 new Prelude cards and 4 corporations, expanding gameplay to Venus, the Colonies, and political turmoil. Compatible with other expansions, it offers 1-5 players an immersive 90-120+ minute experience that enhances strategic thinking and planetary conquest. ## Description Product Description In Prelude 2 you are thrown right into the action, not only on Mars, but on Venus and the colonies as well, and the political arena is set for turmoil as you jumpstart your game. With actions and effects on your Preludes, Mars will never be the same again! In Prelude 2, most of the cards are specifically connected to other expansions of Terraforming Mars (Venus Next, Colonies, Turmoil). The 4 corporations and 13 of the Prelude cards are playable without any of these expansions though. This is an expansion to Terraforming Mars – it requires both the base game and Prelude to play. Directions 1. Ensure you have both the base game Terraforming Mars and Prelude expansion to play this expansion. 2. Shuffle the 25 Prelude cards and place them face down near the game board. 3. Shuffle the 24 Project cards and place them face down near the game board. 4. Choose one of the 5 corporations and place its card near the game board. 5. Follow the rules sheet to start and play the game. Review: To much for too little - Product ok, Firaxis continue to charge way too much Review: For me it's an essential add on now. - Love terraforming mars. Already had prelude and this makes a lovely edition for extending replay value. ## Features - This is an expansion to Terraforming Mars – it requires both the base game and Prelude to play. - In Prelude 2 you are thrown right into the action, not only on Mars, but on Venus and the colonies as well, and the political arena is set for turmoil as you jumpstart your game. - With actions and effects on your Preludes, Mars will never be the same again! - In Prelude 2, most of the cards are specifically connected to other expansions of Terraforming Mars (Venus Next, Colonies, Turmoil). - The 4 corporations and 13 of the Prelude cards are playable without any of these expansions though. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Product Dimensions | 16.51 x 11.43 x 0.25 cm; 170 g | | Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up | | Item model number | SG7208 | | Educational Objective(s) | Improve strategic thinking and problem solving skills | | Language: | English | | Number of Game Players | 1-5 | | Assembly Required | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Material Type(s) | Cardstock | | Colour | Brown and Beige | | ASIN | B0DFMLV9ZD | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** 14+ - **Number of players:** 1-5 - **Brand:** Stronghold Games - **Theme:** Science Fiction, Space - **Material:** Cardstock ## Images ![Stronghold Games | Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 | Board Game Expansion | Ages 14+ | 1-5 Players | 90-120+ Minutes Playing Time, Brown and Beige - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tCsgEwz6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ To much for too little *by A***N on 6 March 2026* Product ok, Firaxis continue to charge way too much ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For me it's an essential add on now. *by C***N on 4 February 2026* Love terraforming mars. Already had prelude and this makes a lovely edition for extending replay value. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Adds a little more variety to game start. You will need Prelude 1, Terraforming Mars base game. *by M***D on 23 October 2025* Additional cards for all previous expansions, so how many of those you already use will ultimately decide on the factor on how you value this box. You definitely need prelude 1 to use this as intended, and I would say minimum of 1 expansion like Venus Next. Otherwise you may feel not enough use. ## Frequently Bought Together - Stronghold Games - Terraforming Mars Prelude 2 - Strategy Board Game Expansion - for 1 to 5 Players and Ages 12+ - Stronghold Games - Terraforming Mars Amazonis & Vastitas - Strategy Board Game Expansion - for 1 to 5 Players and Ages 12+ - Terraforming Mars Utopia & Cimmeria - Double-Sided Game Board with New Maps and Awards - for Ages 12+ and 1 to 5 Players --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/685071347-stronghold-games-terraforming-mars-prelude-2-board-game-expansion-ages](https://www.desertcart.us/products/685071347-stronghold-games-terraforming-mars-prelude-2-board-game-expansion-ages) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*