Buzz Aldrin's Space Program Manager (SPM) Road to the Moon is a turn-based strategy game set in the mid-1950s during the intense space race between the US and the Soviet Union. Players can take control of either NASA or the Soviet Space Agency, managing budgets, launching missions, and developing technology to achieve lunar dominance. The game features both a campaign and sandbox mode, allowing for competitive play or a more exploratory experience. Players can engage with historical missions or devise alternative strategies for reaching the Moon.

The game offers a rich array of programs to develop, including iconic spacecraft like the Apollo and Soyuz, as well as theoretical missions that never occurred. This depth ensures varied gameplay with significant replay value. Developed with insights from astronaut Dr. Buzz Aldrin, the game emphasizes accuracy in its representation of space exploration history. For those fascinated by the space race, this game provides an engaging and educational experience.