Upstairs Games has officially revealed Possible One: Lunar Industries, a new RTS management simulation that sets its sights on realistic lunar colonization. Designed for players who enjoy deep systems and grounded world-building, the game puts you in charge of developing and maintaining a functioning Moon colony using proven real-world technologies — all while answering to a profit-driven board of directors back on Earth.
Rather than leaning into sci-fi spectacle, Possible One: Lunar Industries focuses on the practical realities of space industry. Players will be tasked with establishing a self-sustaining lunar operation, balancing survival, efficiency, and long-term profitability. Every decision matters, from how resources are extracted to how the colony expands under the harsh conditions of outer space.
At the core of the experience is large-scale resource extraction. Players will excavate valuable materials and precious metals from beneath the Moon’s surface, navigating difficult terrain to keep mining operations running smoothly. These resources are then processed into profitable products that fuel further expansion, allowing the colony to grow from a fragile outpost into a full-fledged industrial hub.
Colony planning plays a major role as well. Players must carefully design and maintain essential infrastructure, including housing for workers, workplaces, laboratories, and manufacturing facilities. Each structure contributes to the colony’s success, but poor planning or neglect can quickly spiral into serious problems.
Survival challenges add another strategic layer. Radiation exposure, low-gravity environments, and the psychological toll of isolation all impact colonists over time. Players will need to manage these risks while also keeping an eye on political and economic pressures from Earth, especially as the colony’s reputation and influence continue to grow.
As progress is made, new technologies and upgrades become available, allowing for more advanced operations and improved efficiency. However, growth must be handled carefully, as expanding too fast or ignoring key survival factors can put the entire colony at risk.
Key Features:
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Realistic colony management built around proven real-world technologies
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Lunar resource extraction and industrial production systems
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Strategic planning and construction of housing, labs, and manufacturing facilities
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Survival challenges including radiation, low gravity, and mental health management
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Long-term progression through technology upgrades and space trade dynamics
Possible One: Lunar Industries is currently in development for PC. Players interested in realistic space management sims can wishlist the game now on Steam.