In The Crust, you build a colony on the Moon - and lay the groundwork for the exploration of deep space! Mine valuable resources, automate production, manage scientific expeditions, and explore the lunar surface. 400,000 kilometers away from Earth, you will see just how vast the cosmos really is, and how little we yet know about its mysteries. Get ready to face some tough choices- after all, the future of mankind may depend on your decisions... # Automation Mine valuable resources, design production lines and automate them. Extensive conveyor networks, innovative lunar transport, and the best team of lunar explorers are all at your disposal! # Trade and influence the world market Receive trade orders from Earth’s biggest corporations and most powerful nations. Create scarcity by speculating on demand for long-term profit, or invest your surplus in ambitious mega-projects. It’s up to you to help Homo sapiens become a multiplanetary species! # Assemble a team of heroes People are your most valuable resource. Keep track of your colonists' health, mood and needs. Hire the best experts and make sure they work as a team: it’s their unique traits and skills that will allow you to truly optimize your production and research! # Explore the Moon and unravel its mysteries Form transport teams and organize scientific and rescue expeditions to remote objects, abandoned buildings, and unique geological formations. The Moon never shows its dark side to us. If someone wanted to hide their presence on the Moon from prying eyes, they would certainly make good use of this opportunity… # Feel like a space geologist Who knew that searching for mineral deposits can be so fun? A scanner, an experienced geologist on the team, a little luck - and a steady stream of raw resources will keep your factories and extractors busy for months. Build efficient logistics and deliver saturated regolith directly to your base's main bus. Save time and resources - your competitors won’t take it easy on you. # Influence the economy and politics of Earth Don't forget the higher goal: to help humanity survive and start exploring new worlds. Almost all of your decisions will affect the geopolitical, economic, or environmental situation in one way or another. Factions, corporations, and states - help one side win or play all sides for profit. # Individual approach to research The multi-level technological tree will allow you to properly prioritize the development of your base. Production speed and efficiency? Colonist comfort? Security? You will have to find a balance between survival and development. # Vacuum. Darkness. Silence. Only the strongest will survive Are you ready to conquer the Moon and take humanity’s first step toward the stars? Become the leader of the space industry, lead your corporation to dominance, and help humans to become a truly multiplanetary species.