Artifact Tracer
Launches 4 November 2026 · PC
Story
Trace an Artifact Through Time and Place Can you tell where an artifact came from, and when it was made, using only what you can see? Study its form, motifs, materials, and craftsmanship, then place your guess on the map and timeline. Artifact Tracer is not about memorizing trivia. Every answer is a deduction built from the clues in front of you. 1,000+ Artifacts Across Chinese History From prehistoric jade and ancient bronzes to ceramics, paintings, lacquerware, metalwork, and everyday objects, more than 1,000 artifacts form a playable journey through Chinese history. Every run brings a different mix of objects, periods, and clues to uncover. 4 Game Modes Trace Mode: Study an artifact and determine both its place and time. Speed Challenge: You have just 10 seconds to identify the right era. Three jade lives are all you get. Reverse Trace: Start with a time and place, then identify the correct artifact from four candidates. Reveal Challenge: The artifact begins hidden in darkness. Use up to three reveals to uncover just enough detail to make your call. Curated Challenges China Through the Ages: Travel across the full sweep of Chinese history, with artifacts...
Gameplay
Trace an Artifact Through Time and Place Can you tell where an artifact came from, and when it was made, using only what you can see? Study its form, motifs, materials, and craftsmanship, then place your guess on the map and timeline. Artifact Tracer is not about memorizing trivia. Every answer is a deduction built from the clues in front of you. 1,000+ Artifacts Across Chinese History From prehistoric jade and ancient bronzes to ceramics, paintings, lacquerware, metalwork, and everyday objects, more than 1,000 artifacts form a playable journey through Chinese history. Every run brings a different mix of objects, periods, and clues to uncover. 4 Game Modes Trace Mode: Study an artifact and determine both its place and time. Speed Challenge: You have just 10 seconds to identify the right era. Three jade lives are all you get. Reverse Trace: Start with a time and place, then identify the correct artifact from four candidates. Reveal Challenge: The artifact begins hidden in darkness. Use up to three reveals to uncover just enough detail to make your call. Curated Challenges China Through the Ages: Travel across the full sweep of Chinese history, with artifacts spanning different periods and categories. Kilns Through the Ages: Follow centuries of ceramic tradition through changing forms, glazes, and techniques. Objects of Power: Explore artifacts shaped by...
Features
- Single-player
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Cloud
- Steam Leaderboards
- Family Sharing
Release details
Artifact Tracer is developed by RabbitHole. Artifact Tracer launches on Wednesday, 4 November 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 2 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When does Artifact Tracer release?
Artifact Tracer launches on 4 November 2026.
Has the Artifact Tracer release date changed?
Gamelude has listed 4 November 2026 for Artifact Tracer since 30 October 2026, and that date has not changed.
Which platforms is Artifact Tracer on?
Artifact Tracer is on PC.
Who makes Artifact Tracer?
Artifact Tracer is developed by RabbitHole.