Fossil Finder (2022)

Developer: Phoenixxx Games
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 2.8 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 38 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted arcade dig through colorful 2D ruins, mixing exploration with mild survival tension.

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What players say

Players describe Fossil Finder as a basic clicker where you dig for treasures and avoid bombs, with upgrades to pickaxe, health and luck. There is no story, no goal and no visible progression, which makes it feel shallow. Several say it is overpriced for the content, while a few find the simple loop relaxing.

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