Artifact Tracer

Game premise and objectives

Artifact Tracer is a deduction-based puzzle game where you trace the origins and history of artifacts through visual clues. You study an artifact's form, motifs, materials, and craftsmanship to place your guess on a map and timeline. Rather than memorizing trivia, players use observation and reasoning to uncover the details behind each object.

Artifacts and historical spans

The game includes over 1,000 artifacts from Chinese history, ranging from prehistoric jade and ancient bronzes to ceramics, paintings, and everyday items. Each play session presents a different combination of artifacts, time periods, and clues, allowing for a varied gameplay experience while educating players about the breadth of Chinese history.