Archeo: Shinar is a unique turn-based strategy and management game for Windows developed and published by Artists Entertainment. In this quirky economic simulation you take on the role of the director of an archaeology department rather than an adventurer, managing staff, resources, finances, reputation, and expeditions into ancient sites for profit and knowledge.
The gameplay blends strategic planning with real-time expedition elements, where decisions you make at your desk influence how your team performs in the field. You’ll hire and train archaeologists, equip them for missions, choose land to buy and develop, balance money with reputation, and even deal with press, rival characters, and strange narrative events full of dark humor. Archeo: Shinar also features local multiplayer in hotseat mode, letting up to four players compete or cooperate in the same campaign. With its mix of economic strategy, storytelling, and management challenges, the game offers an offbeat take on the archaeology genre — more about bureaucracy and resource balancing than Indiana Jones-style action.
Features
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Turn-based strategy meets real-time expedition gameplay.
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Manage people, finances, reputation, and resources.
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Hire, train, and care for archaeologist teams.
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Economic simulation with property and investment systems.
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Narrative events with consequential choices.
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Solo play or up to 4 players in local hotseat.
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Strategic planning influences expedition outcomes.
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Dark humor and satirical storytelling.
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Expedition logistics and equipment management.
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Economic risk of bankruptcy and reputation loss.
System Requirements
Minimum (Windows):
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OS: Windows 7 / Windows 8.1 (64-bit).
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Processor: Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120.
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Memory: 1 GB RAM.
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Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 505 or equivalent with DX11 support.
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DirectX: Version 11 compatible.
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Storage: ~1 GB available space.
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Sound: DirectX-compatible audio device. (typical requirement)
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Additional: 64-bit OS required by Steam client.
