The Archive Project
Launches 6 November 2026 · PC
Story
You think you’re here to collect cards… But the Archives may have something else entirely in store for you. Open packs and grow your collection. In The Archive Project, your cards generate gold. You decide where it goes: new discoveries, a growing city or lasting upgrades. Find the card you've been waiting for Six cards per pack. Over 1,500 illustrated cards to collect, with Shiny, FullArt, Gold and Cosmic variants to hunt down. Complete your Album for permanent bonuses. Even duplicates have a use: they become Dust for the Workshop. Build around your collection Develop your city to unlock new packs, increase production and expand your options. Craft and improve cards in the Workshop, from their gold income to their variants. Choose your path through over 300 talents in the constellation, focusing on the bonuses that suit your collection. Put your sets to work Choose a card set and an expedition duration. Every card and variant you own in that set contributes to its expedition power. Bring back resources and relics, then display your relics in the Museum for more bonuses. Awaken the Monolith Place sixteen cards around the Monolith. Combine sets, families, rarities and...
Gameplay
You think you’re here to collect cards… But the Archives may have something else entirely in store for you. Open packs and grow your collection. In The Archive Project, your cards generate gold. You decide where it goes: new discoveries, a growing city or lasting upgrades. Find the card you've been waiting for Six cards per pack. Over 1,500 illustrated cards to collect, with Shiny, FullArt, Gold and Cosmic variants to hunt down. Complete your Album for permanent bonuses. Even duplicates have a use: they become Dust for the Workshop. Build around your collection Develop your city to unlock new packs, increase production and expand your options. Craft and improve cards in the Workshop, from their gold income to their variants. Choose your path through over 300 talents in the constellation, focusing on the bonuses that suit your collection. Put your sets to work Choose a card set and an expedition duration. Every card and variant you own in that set contributes to its expedition power. Bring back resources and relics, then display your relics in the Museum for more bonuses. Awaken the Monolith Place sixteen cards around the Monolith. Combine sets, families, rarities and variants to trigger resonances that strengthen your economy. Try different arrangements and save your favourite compositions. EVERY WORLD LEAVES A RECORD THE ARCHIVE OBSERVES THE ARCHIVE...
Features
- Single-player
- Steam Achievements
- Camera Comfort
- #category_contrast_controls
- Mouse Only Option
- #category_playable_at_your_own_pace
- Playable without Timed Input
- Save Anytime
Release details
The Archive Project is developed by Itchys. The Archive Project launches on Friday, 6 November 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 2 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When does The Archive Project release?
The Archive Project launches on 6 November 2026.
Has the The Archive Project release date changed?
Gamelude has listed 6 November 2026 for The Archive Project since 31 October 2026, and that date has not changed.
Which platforms is The Archive Project on?
The Archive Project is on PC.
Who makes The Archive Project?
The Archive Project is developed by Itchys.