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Games Indie Archimedes
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Indie · Joshua Hughes

Archimedes

Archimedes
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Windows macOS Linux
Mostly Positive · 78% of 213
DeveloperJoshua Hughes
GenreIndie
Wait Chip's verdict · US updated 1 hr. ago

Good game, but it sits 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. It drops harder in seasonal sales. Patience pays.

Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $0.79 · 16d ago
Player reviews 78% positive of 213
Quality score 78/100
Value score 0/100

Offers

Accepted regional prices from official stores

Official stores (1)
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About this game

What this game is, in the developer's words

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.

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.

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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.

Media

Trailers and screenshots straight from the store page

Archimedes screenshot 1
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Latest news

Recent updates from the game's own feeds

Price intelligence

Accepted price history and the lows that matter

Historical lows
All-time low ATL $0.79 2026-06-27
3-month low $0.79
12-month low $0.79
Current $1.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 9, 2026
Sale ended · back to $1.99
Jun 27, 2026
New all-time low $0.79

Archimedes price history and best deals

Archimedes for PC currently sells from $1.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $0.79, set on 2026-06-27.

Frequently asked questions

Answered from this game's own price and edition data

Should I buy Archimedes now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $1.99 a good price for Archimedes?
$1.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $0.79 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy Archimedes?
Archimedes is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Steam reviews Mostly Positive · 78%
78% positive of 213
Media (5)
Tech
Requirements
System requirements platform
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
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
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
Facts
DeveloperJoshua Hughes
PublisherJoshua Hughes
GenresIndie
ModesSingle-player
Links
Ratings
dejus16
igrs18
steam_germany18
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