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Alien History

A knowledge discovery game inspired by ancient astronaut theories. Travel across nine world regions, consult expert informants, and piece together evidence of non-human intelligence hidden in ancient civilizations. Every discovery brings you closer to the truth.

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Adam
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Adam
Release
May 20, 2026
74 days ago
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About the Game

A knowledge discovery game inspired by ancient astronaut theories.

You are an independent researcher investigating evidence of non-human intelligence in ancient civilizations. Travel across nine world regions, visit museums, and consult local experts — historians, archaeologists, and mythologists — each with their own perspective on the unexplained.

Every conversation reveals discoveries: artifacts, myths, ancient texts, archaeological anomalies. As evidence accumulates, patterns emerge — the same themes appearing independently in civilizations that never made contact. Flight. Genetic modification. Star gods. Machinery that shouldn't exist.

When enough evidence converges, you draw conclusions that reveal larger truths about what happened in our ancient past.

Key Features

  • 9 World Regions — From the Middle East to the Pacific Islands, each region holds unique evidence waiting to be uncovered.

  • 27 Expert Informants — Historians, archaeologists, and mythologists, each with distinct specialties and perspectives.

  • 150+ Discoveries — Artifacts, ancient texts, myths, and anomalies drawn from real-world mysteries and ancient astronaut research.

  • Fully Voiced — Every informant speaks with a regionally authentic voice, bringing their stories to life.

  • Evidence-Driven Progression — No combat, no skill trees. You advance by connecting evidence and drawing conclusions.

  • A Serious Take — The game treats ancient astronaut theories as genuinely intriguing possibilities worth investigating seriously.

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