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# Free-to-Play Mode

Our Free-to-Play mode is the perfect solution for you! Immediately upon signing up, you'll gain access to the game with a loaned wallet, allowing you to explore, strategize, and experience the thrill of Mars for a 30-day trial period. Here’s how it works:

### Instant Access After Signing Up

Once you create your game account, you’ll be automatically entered into the Free-to-Play mode. No need to connect a wallet or buy any NFTs upfront. This mode is designed to give you a seamless entry into the game, so you can start learning the basics right away.

You'll start with personalized onboarding, which will guide you through the steps to [choose a specialty](/how-to-play/select-a-specialty.md). Once you are done with the onboarding process, you will have access to the full game.

### Enjoy 30 Days of Gameplay with a Loaned Wallet

During the 30-day trial period, you’ll be provided with a loaned wallet. The loaned wallet contains NFTs that are read by the game interface, but you don't have access to transfer the NFTs out of that wallet.

### Experience All Core Features

The Free-to-Play mode is not a stripped-down version of the game. You’ll have access to all the core features, including resource production, participating in missions, and interacting with other players.

### Transition to Full Access

When you are ready or at the end of your 30-day trial, you have the option to [connect a wallet](/getting-started/connect-wallet-to-game.md) to continue playing. Connecting your wallet is a straightforward process that ensures you can start accessing and earning your own blockchain assets (NFTs and Tokens).