ArchaeologyX

Archaeology X is an open-world exploration game in which you play as an archaeologist, treasure hunter and adventurer. You search for treasures and relics from ancient civilisations, using research in your notebook to work out where to dig. Finding them takes patience: clues such as hieroglyphs, sketches and maps can point to possible sites, and a relic may not be where you expect it.

Explore and excavate

Explore above and below ground, including long-lost caves and tombs. Dig through different kinds of earth and rock using realistic digging mechanics. When you find something, zoom in and excavate it carefully so you do not break the fragile relic. You can mark a dig site with tape to find it again later, and use torches in underground areas and tombs.

The open world includes other local people, who you can talk to for clues. You can also find a radio station and send messages to your home by radio or telegraph about your discoveries. Go out at night or sleep in your tent.

Travel and survive

Travel to other areas on foot, by car, horse or camel, or by swimming. You can also travel with other vehicles or animals. Watch out for dangerous animals, including crocodiles, and thieves who may hurt you or steal your loot.

Scavenge food and water to survive, or use your money to buy food. Visit shops in other towns to buy or sell food and treasures, or take your finds to a museum to display them. These places may be far away, so reaching them can mean travelling and exploring.