Archaeology - Sand Japanese (2024)

Developer: ArchaeologyGames
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Racing, RPG
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, careful hidden-object hunt where you gently excavate items with mouse and keyboard, earning points and competing on a leaderboard.

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What players say

Players describe it as a simple hidden object game where you dig up items in a Japanese sand setting. Some find it relaxing and nostalgic, but a bug prevents earning more than the first achievement.

Screenshots

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