Retro Relics
In Retro Relics, you follow in the footsteps of your late Grandpa, a passionate metal detectorist. Explore nature and search for various relics with your metal detector. Roam freely with no time limits-detect, dig, help others find their lost belongings, and complete your coin and relics collection!
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In Retro Relics, you follow in the footsteps of your late Grandpa, a passionate metal detectorist. Explore nature and search for various relics with your metal detector. Roam freely with no time limits - detect, dig, help others find their lost belongings, and complete your coin and relics collection!
You can find relics from all eras (from bronze age to modern) with the help of your metal detector: coins, buttons, buckles, jewellery, military, religious relics and many more!
Uncover the mysteries of ancient ruins, explore lush forests, dusty fields and relax on a treasure hunt at the beach! Many animals can be spotted on your adventures.
Go on numerous search missions for the local people in your town, including a sassy old lady at her villa, a slightly confused hunter and many more interesting characters.
Collect more than 150 different relics from various eras and rarities.
Decorate your personal museum and display your rarest and prettiest finds:
People don't only lose treasures - help nature by picking up trash and watch animals come back to their former habitats:
At your cozy home you can sell artifacts, accept new missions via email, manage your collection and upgrade your gear.
About me:
I'm Jonas, 31 years old, from Germany. I'm a solo developer working on Retro Relics in my free time. I'm a passionate metal detectorist myself and have many years of experience in the hobby. Many of the relics you can find in the game, I have found myself in real life.
Join the community
If you want to take part in the development of Retro Relics, have feedback or ideas for the game, you are very welcome to my small Discord community:
