Command Center

The Command Center is the operational hub of your outpost, managing essential resources such as power and oxygen. Effective management of these resources is critical to maintaining stability and ensuring the survival of your crew.

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Power Management

The Command Center and additional power sources rely on nuclear fuel to generate power for your outpost. Since nuclear fuel cannot be produced on-site, it must be carefully managed.

Steps for Effective Power Management:

1. Monitor Fuel Levels Regularly:

   • Use the Power Tab for real-time updates on nuclear fuel reserves, daily consumption, and usage per building. Use the progress bar to estimate how long fuel will last at current consumption rates. Adjust operations if necessary to align with rocket delivery schedules.

2. Plan Fuel Deliveries:

   • Schedule regular shipments via the Incoming Fuel Deliveries Tab well before reserves run out. Warnings will notify you of critical levels.

3. Optimize Power Usage:

   • Identify high-consumption buildings and pause or scale back non-essential operations.

   • Prioritize power for critical systems to conserve fuel.

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Oxygen Management

Oxygen is produced by converting water mined by astronauts into breathable air. Proper management ensures a consistent supply for your crew.

Steps for Effective Oxygen Management:

1. Monitor Oxygen Metrics:

   • Check the Oxygen Tab for conversion rates, hourly production, and daily reserves.

2. Balance Water and Oxygen Production:

   • Ensure sufficient water production to meet oxygen needs. Prioritize oxygen production during shortages.

3. Evaluate Consumption:

   • Identify high-demand buildings and astronaut oxygen refills. Deactivate non-essential systems if necessary.

4. Plan for Surpluses and Deficits:

   • Maintain a buffer by producing slightly more oxygen than consumed daily. Address deficits by increasing water production or reducing oxygen usage.

5. Use Progress Bars for Insights:

   • Compare production vs. consumption on the progress bar and adjust to maintain a surplus.

6. Respond to Alerts:

   • Act quickly on warnings like "Oxygen reserves low" by adjusting water production or reducing demand.

By effectively managing your Command Center and supplementary power sources, you’ll ensure your outpost remains stable and your crew thrives on Mars. Good luck, Commander!