History is waiting. Become an archaeologist and find it.
"AE: Archaeological Expedition" takes you to 18 dig sites inspired by real locations around the world. Pick up your tools, clear away the earth, and discover what history left behind. From tiny Bronze Age beads to golden Egyptian amulets, every artifact is a small surprise waiting in the soil.
Real Artifacts, Real History
Every artifact in the game is inspired by real archaeological finds. Uncover Egyptian amulets, Roman mosaics, Viking brooches, and Persian cylinder seals. Each comes with a hand-written description explaining its historical significance, materials, and the era it belongs to.
Pick Your Tools, Set Your Pace
Three trusty tools, each with their own personality:
Brush - Gentle and careful. Every artifact comes out in perfect condition.
Shovel - A good balance of speed and care.
Pickaxe - Great for tough rock, but watch out for anything fragile underneath.
Each tool comes in multiple tiers. And when you're ready to go big, there's always the Bulldozer.
Fill Your Journal
Every new find is recorded in your journal. Track your discoveries, see what you're missing, and complete your collection.
Explore the World
From the sands of Alexandria to the grasslands of York, 18 dig sites await across 10 historical eras. Earn money from your finds to upgrade your gear, or spend it on Artifact Strongboxes for a chance to get artifacts that keep eluding you. The more Perfects you collect, the more sites you unlock.
Features
18 dig sites inspired by real archaeological locations
10 historical eras, from Prehistoric to Medieval
160 artifacts to discover, each with a unique description
3 upgradeable tools with Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers
A collectible journal that grows with every expedition
Shop with tool upgrades, Artifact Strongboxes, and access to the powerful Bulldozer
From Game Jam to Full Game
"AE: Archaeological Expedition" started as "Archaeological Emergency", a submission to Brackeys Game Jam 2024.2 that placed #201 in Innovation. What began as a 7-day prototype has grown into a full game with 18 locations, 10 eras, and 160 artifacts to discover.