Topic: Does anyone remember this 80s / 90s game?

[Ali]

Hello! I've been searching for a game I probably played on the Acorn Archimedes, or possibly BBC microcomputer.

All I can remember is that it was an archaeology based game where you drove around Carlisle (North West England) digging up Roman settlements. It was probably educationally, and I remember digging trenches and choosing where to travel on a map.

Does this ring a bell with anyone?

[morganw]

This one?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5crT0mNIrEw

[Ali]

That's very close. I think it could be Arcventure: The Romans. However, the only screenshots I can find are from the PC remake and are too modern. Also, the game takes place in Gloucester, and I specifically remember my game taking place in Carlisle...

I know we don't do abandonware around here, but I'd love a tip off of anyone knows where roms and emulators for this era of game can be found.

[Privateer Puddin']

Some educational games were 'localised', could it be that?

[Ali]

I suppose, but Gloucester and Carlisle are both in England, so it seems like a lot of effort.