Antikythera Mechanism
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Turn the crank to drive ancient astronomical dials and predict eclipses.
About Antikythera Mechanism
Turn the crank to drive ancient astronomical dials and predict eclipses. 30 modular-arithmetic puzzles across 5 tiers with verified unique solutions.
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How to play
- Tap CW to turn the crank clockwise
- Tap CCW to turn counterclockwise
- Each turn moves ALL dials simultaneously
Controls
This game supports touch, keyboard, mouse input; the exact controls are explained inside the game.
Questions
- What is the Antikythera Mechanism?
- The Antikythera Mechanism is an ancient Greek hand-powered astronomical computer dating from around 150-100 BCE. It used a system of bronze gears to predict astronomical positions, eclipses, and calendar cycles. It is considered the world's oldest known analog computer.
- How do you play the Antikythera Mechanism puzzle?
- Turn the central crank clockwise or counterclockwise. Each turn drives multiple astronomical dials through gear ratios. Find the exact crank position where all dial pointers align with their target markers simultaneously. Each level has a unique solution.
- Is this puzzle game free?
- Yes, Antikythera Mechanism on GameZipper is completely free with no download or signup required. Play instantly in your browser on desktop or mobile.