Lead the Expedition in Excavation Simulator Richat Structure!

[May 14, 2025] - Journey into the Eye of the Sahara as thrilling strategic excavation simulator Richat Structure is coming soon to Steam! Based on the real-world location in Mauritania, Richat Structure tasks players with delving into the depths below the surface to build scientific research facilities and uncover unspeakable horrors along the way. This is one geological phenomenon you won’t want to miss!

What began as a standard scientific mission soon descends into something far stranger. Command your crew, shape the expedition's path, and keep your people from unraveling as they dig into something not meant to be disturbed. Whether tackling the adventure ahead as an archaeologist, biologist, or a miner, the expedition ahead will test your ability to adapt to the situation at hand. Light is your only ally and sanity is your most fragile resource.

Richat Structure is coming soon to Steam! Strategic spelunkers can wishlist Richat Structure today and keep up on all of the latest news from the dig site by following Alawar on Twitter and by joining the Discord.
 

Key Features:

• Explore the Depths: Dig mines, control the direction of excavations, build laboratories and research modules. You choose where to dig next and what resources to invest in the expedition.
• Let There Be Light: Darkness affects people, workers lose efficiency, and sometimes even their sanity. Keep the lights on to maintain control and protect yourself from whatever may be lurking in the depths.
• Unearth the Unspeakable: You won't just encounter common things like coal and clay, you'll also discover strange rock formations that defy classification. Send your findings to the lab to advance along the research tree.
• Keep Your Wits About You: The deeper you dig, the more people change. They start speaking in riddles and acting strangely. The head of the expedition will have to choose between results and the safety of the team.
• Choose Your Approach: Archaeologist, biologist, or miner- each character unlocks unique advantages and research approaches. Choose your style and adapt to the challenges of the expedition.
• The Final Revelation: Apart from rare rocks, there are answers in the depths of the Richat Structure that can shatter your perception of the world. Unravel the mystery of the ancient formation. Is it a natural phenomenon or something greater?