# Famous Fossil — Mind-blowing photorealistic AR

> Augmented reality educational app for exploring dinosaur fossils and animated skeletons. (iPhone/iPad app by Handbuilt Creative Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famous-fossil/id1477559587 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Handbuilt Creative Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1337468402)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 114 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famous-fossil/id1477559587/reviews.md

## What is Famous Fossil?

Famous Fossil sets a new benchmark for educational software by allowing users to explore a priceless real-world dinosaur fossil and watch in stunning photorealism as the animal comes to life at your feet (or on your desk) - all in jaw-dropping AR, allowing you to view from any angle.

Listen to clues and explore the AR fossil to reveal amazing evidence hidden in the stone relating to the animal's movement and outward appearance. After researching the fossil, watch as the animal's bones rise from the rock to assemble the full skeleton which proceeds to walk around your own room with haunting realism, due to the advanced, anatomically correct and weighted animation. 

More clues give a fascinating insight into this truly remarkable fossil - such as did it have the world's first primitive feathers and start the evolution of dinosaurs into modern day birds?

Finally, after learning key facts about the skeleton, you'll have the chance to walk around and experience how the dinosaur actually looked million of years ago in spectacular augmented reality - complete with it's correct skin colour and texture, which amazingly, can be seen in the fossil!

Famous Fossil will delight students, educators and scientists alike, and give a window into how immersive AR experiences can provide serious advances in learning, engagement and memory retention.

## Key features

- Photorealistic AR fossil exploration
- Skeleton assembly animation
- Anatomically correct dinosaur animation
- Interactive clues and evidence discovery
- Full dinosaur appearance simulation
- Educational dinosaur facts

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famous-fossil/id1477559587/reviews.md

### 5/5 — AMAZING!!!

*2025-08-17*

This app is amazing. The AR is more than just projecting a 3D model on to your camera. And the educational value is off the charts. I look forward to this form of education in paleontology at my school please. (To everyone who doesn’t like how there is only one dinosaur, it’s because you don’t appreciate the app.  you have to read the labels at a museum, read the labels on this app.)

### 5/5 — One word

*2023-09-23, version 1.0.2*

Perfect also make it to add other Dino’s

### 5/5 — A very good app but add more dinosaurs

*2023-04-06*

Honestly I thought it was going to be worse but it is actually very realistic and I had fun learning with this but please and more dinosaurs

### 1/5 — It needs more

*2020-09-29*

It only has one Dino fossil I expect more add a allosaurus or a iguanodon maybe a sarcochus anyway at least let us feed it oh or maybe a T. rex

### 4/5 — Pretty cool!

*2020-05-18, version 1.0.2*

This app does not do a lot, but what it does it does very well.  Set up a dig site wherever you are and then enjoy the wonders of AR.  Learn some facts about this particular dinosaur (sadly there is only one type to see) and watch as the fossil comes to life.  As a proof of concept this is fantastic, now we just need a full program with multiple dinosaurs to explore.

## Frequently asked questions about Famous Fossil

### What is Famous Fossil?

Famous Fossil is an augmented reality application that allows users to explore a photorealistic dinosaur fossil. It brings the skeleton to life with advanced animation and provides educational insights into the dinosaur's appearance and evolution.

### What devices support Famous Fossil?

Famous Fossil is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering an immersive augmented reality experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### What is the age rating for Famous Fossil?

Famous Fossil has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and families interested in dinosaurs and educational AR content.

### How often is Famous Fossil updated?

The latest version of Famous Fossil is 1.0.2, which was last updated on September 28, 2019. Further updates may be released by the developer, Handbuilt Creative Pty Ltd.

### Does Famous Fossil have ads?

No, Famous Fossil does not contain advertisements. It provides an uninterrupted educational experience focused on augmented reality exploration.

### What kind of learning does Famous Fossil offer?

Famous Fossil offers immersive learning through augmented reality, focusing on dinosaur paleontology, anatomy, and evolutionary history. It aims to enhance engagement and memory retention through interactive exploration.

### Can I see the dinosaur in its full appearance?

Yes, after learning key facts, you can experience how the dinosaur actually looked millions of years ago in spectacular augmented reality, complete with its correct skin color and texture.

### What makes the animation in Famous Fossil special?

The dinosaur's skeleton assembles and walks around your room with haunting realism due to advanced, anatomically correct, and weighted animation, providing an accurate representation of its movement.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2019-09-28

- new preview videos show the stunning photorealism of the fossil, skeleton & dinosaur
- you won't believe the unbelievable secrets hidden in the real-world fossil
- run Famous Fossil at full size, or shrink it down to fit on your desk!

### 1.0.1 — 2019-09-24

- New mind-blowing preview video now available (check it out!)
- Fixed small intro audio bug

### 1.0 — 2019-09-19

No release notes.

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