Game overview
Archimedes
After you purchase and install Archimedes, an old operating system appears to be running, and a strange man asks for your help as you start to discover the terrible secrets behind the game.
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About this game Read the full description
After you purchase and install Archimedes, an old operating system appears to be running, and a strange man asks for your help as you start to discover the terrible secrets behind the game.
You will be required to interact outside of the game, with instances ranging from steganography and cryptography to real-world geographical puzzles and use of various external applications. The deeper you go, the more frightening and personal it will become.
Find the sequel here:
Warning:
You must update the game to the latest version to be able to pass it.
Non-native English speakers may have difficulty with some puzzles.
Mature audience and seizure warning.
Some puzzles may require interaction with the community.
You will be required to interact outside of the game, with instances ranging from steganography and cryptography to real-world geographical puzzles and use of various external applications. The deeper you go, the more frightening and personal it will become.
Find the sequel here:
Warning:
You must update the game to the latest version to be able to pass it.
Non-native English speakers may have difficulty with some puzzles.
Mature audience and seizure warning.
Some puzzles may require interaction with the community.
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System requirements Windows · macOS · Linux
Windows
Minimum
Minimum:- OS *: Windows Vista
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1366 x 768 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:- OS *: Windows 7+
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
macOS
Minimum
Minimum:- OS: Mac OS 10.7
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1366 x 768 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:- OS: Mac OS 10.11+
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Linux
Minimum
Minimum:- OS: Ubuntu 14.04
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1366 x 768 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:- OS: Ubuntu 14.04+
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Game details Languages, features & support
- Publisher
- Joshua Hughes
- Brazilian rating
- 16
- Steam Germany rating
- 18
- Features
- Single-player, Steam Trading Cards, Family Sharing
- Languages
- English*
*languages with full audio support - Website
- Official website ↗
- Support
- [email protected] Support site ↗
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features
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macOS: unknown
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Valve compatibility test
Input
Controller support: unknown
Structured language support (1)
| Language | Interface | Full audio | Subtitles |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Value Score
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Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 100th percentile. Priced as Market at $1.99.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Archimedes worth buying right now?
Wait — $1.99. Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
When does Archimedes go on sale?
Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
Is Archimedes free to play?
Archimedes costs $1.99 on Steam.
What genre is Archimedes?
Archimedes is a Indie game.
Who developed Archimedes?
Archimedes was developed by Joshua Hughes and published by Joshua Hughes.
What platforms does Archimedes support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.
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