Archeologist
Primal Dread DLCPreliminary data
Archeologist is a new character in Brotato's Primal Dread DLC. The DLC is out, but this page has only what the developers have shared so far. We add the stats, weapons and unlock as soon as they are confirmed.
What we know
- Digs up crates from dig sites.
- Gets stronger with every crate.
Source: the developers' launch post on Steam. Checked 2 November 2026. Weapons in reveal art may not be the starting choices.
Not confirmed yet
- Exact stats and passives
- Starting weapon choices and favoured item tags
- How to unlock Archeologist
- Where Archeologist sits on the tier list
What you need
Primal Dread costs $3.99 / €3.99 / £3.39 and needs the base game. It is out now on Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG. PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, iOS and Android follow in early 2027.
Each new character has one new achievement, for winning a run with them on any map.
Other Primal Dread characters (10 in total)
- Time Shifter: Take a hit and everything around you slows down, except you.
- Veteran: A one-potato army used to fighting swarms with no time to heal.
- Poacher: Marks a hunting zone. Kills inside it make the Poacher much stronger but drop less money.
- Arsonist: A fire build, shown with a Molotov and flaming brass knuckles.
- Caveman: Built around Primitive weapons, which hit harder under a condition.
Read about the Evolution stat. Already played Archeologist? Tell us what you found in the forum.
FAQ
What does Archeologist do in Brotato?
Digs up crates from dig sites. Gets stronger with every crate.
What do I need to play Archeologist?
Archeologist is part of the Primal Dread DLC ($3.99 / €3.99 / £3.39), which needs the base game. It is out now on Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG.