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You're a retired paleontologist. Collect fossils and solve puzzles in the calm of your old garage!

Steam ↗Windows · macOS
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GET YOUR BEARINGS

About Fossil Corner

Fossil Corner places you in the role of a retired paleontologist working from a garage workshop. You collect procedurally generated fossil shells, trilobites, and crinoids, each recorded with a unique Species Code that can be shared with friends.

The game mixes casual simulation with evolutionary puzzles, letting you arrange displays, solve family‑tree challenges, and enjoy an original soundtrack by Dylan Payne and Bobby Volpendesta while you build your personal collection.

01 / THE GUIDE

Collect Fossils

Fossils appear as randomly generated shells, trilobites, and crinoids, and the description notes that countless species are possible. Each find is added to your garage collection, expanding the visual variety you can display.

Every specimen carries a Species Code, a string the game records for later sharing. The code lets you reference a specific fossil without requiring any multiplayer mode.

  • Observe shape differences; similar forms often belong to related species.
  • Write down interesting Species Codes to compare with friends later.

02 / THE GUIDE

Solve Evolutionary Puzzles

Each puzzle provides a box of procedurally generated fossils that together form a complete family tree. The goal is to unscramble the tree by looking at how species changed over generations.

The description calls the puzzles chill and tactile, indicating they focus on visual analysis rather than fast reactions. Completing a puzzle reveals the evolutionary relationships among the displayed fossils.

  • Look for gradual shape changes to trace lineage.
  • Compare multiple fossils side‑by‑side to spot generational patterns.
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Publisher-provided gameplay image · Brady Soglin

03 / THE GUIDE

Decorate Your Garage

The game lets you arrange fossils and other items in your garage however you like. Displays can be customized to showcase particular specimens or to create thematic groupings.

Decoration focuses on how you present your collection, letting you display your fossils any way you like.

  • Group related species together for a clearer visual story.
  • Use empty space to highlight rare or favorite fossils.

04 / THE GUIDE

Share Fossils with Friends

Every fossil’s Species Code can be sent to friends via email from your old computer. This provides a quiet social element without requiring multiplayer gameplay.

Friends can use the received code to view the same specimen in their own game, allowing comparison of collections across separate single‑player experiences.

  • Email your most interesting Species Codes to start conversations.
  • Compare codes to discover overlapping species in different collections.

05 / THE GUIDE

Original Soundtrack

Fossil Corner includes an original soundtrack composed by Dylan Payne and Bobby Volpendesta. The game features an original soundtrack that accompanies collecting, puzzling, and decorating.

The soundtrack is an original composition by Dylan Payne and Bobby Volpendesta, providing an auditory backdrop for the game.

  • Listen for subtle shifts that match puzzle progress.
  • Enjoy the music while arranging displays for a relaxing session.

WATCH THE GAME

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INSIDE THE WORLD

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IN THIS WIKI

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COMMUNITY

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    QUICK ANSWERS

    Fossil Corner FAQ

    Does Fossil Corner support Steam Cloud saves?

    Yes, the game lists Steam Cloud, a Steam feature listed for the game.

    Can I earn achievements in the game?

    Steam Achievements are included, listed as a Steam feature for the game.

    Is the game available on macOS?

    The platform list includes macOS, so you can play Fossil Corner on a Mac computer.

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    Original editorial guidance. Game imagery and trailers are provided by the publisher through Steam. Media and reference links checked 2026-10-24. Game versions, supported platforms, and balance can change; consult the linked release notes for current details.