Backpack Hero
| Backpack Hero | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Jaspel |
| Publisher(s) | Jaspel IndieArk Different Tales |
| Engine | Unity |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release | Windows, Linux, Mac, Switch
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| Genre(s) | Roguelite |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Backpack Hero is a roguelike video game developed by Jaspel and published by Jaspel, IndieArk, and Different Tales. It was released in November 2023 for Windows, macOS and Linux (via Steam and GOG) and Nintendo Switch. Ports for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, were released on June 11, 2024. Described as an "inventory management roguelike", the gameplay revolves around how well the player organizes their bag, which is based on a grid system similar to the briefcase in Resident Evil 4. Backpack Hero launched to generally positive reception.
The game was Initially funded via Kickstarter and made available for early access on August 15, 2022.