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App Description

Learn history in a new way with Excavate! Rome, a world history game for students! Use Archaeological thinking to evaluate evidence of Roman daily life. By excavating and analyzing four significant locations, players will:

· Explore the significance of public baths in Roman life
· Gain a new perspective on the Colosseum
· Distinguish the roles of men, women, children, and slaves in ancient Roman society
· Compare and contrast the lifestyles of upper, middle, and lower class Romans
· Describe the lifestyle and role of gladiators in Roman society
· Explain architectural innovations that were used to build private homes, tenement apartments, public baths, and the Colosseum

“The quality of information and the methodology behind the questions is stronger than any educational game I've ever played.” K-12 Director of Technology, MD

Excavate! Series:
Designed with history teachers, Excavate! uses overarching questions to focus student inquiry as they dig, analyze, report and learn through object-based evaluation. Excavate! is a multi-game series that includes old and new world civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Maya, Inca and more. Game bundles and bulk discounts are available.

iPhone Screenshots

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iPad Screenshots

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App Changes

  • November 12, 2017 Initial release
  • July 15, 2020 New version 1.2
  • August 06, 2021 Price increase: $3.99 -> $4.99
  • September 16, 2023 New version 2.1