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Buy Backpack Hero – Lowest Price, Deals & Price History

Backpack Hero is $0.55, 97% below its $16.23 list price. We compare 12 offers on PC, last checked 19 hours ago. This game has been free before.

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List price:

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Price History

The current price of $0.55 is equal to the 7-day and 30-day lows, indicating a strong recent price.

7-day

$0.55

30-day

$0.55

All-time

FREE

$0.59

$0.55

Lowest Recorded Offers

Epic Games

FREE

G2Play

$4.89

G2Play

$4.91

Ratings

73

Well Rated

Backpack Hero scores 73/100 from 224 player reviews across 4 sources.
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OpenCritic
72/100
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Metacritic
76/100
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Xbox33 reviews
3.3/5
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PlayStation191 reviews
3.9/5

About

Backpack Hero is an action RPG and dungeon crawler developed by Jaspel and published by Jaspel, IndieArk, and Different Tales. Released on August 15, 2022, this indie title functions as a turn-based strategy game where inventory management is central to gameplay. Players collect rare items with unique powers and must organize them within their backpack to maximize performance. The location of each item significantly impacts its effectiveness, requiring strategic placement to increase power during battles. The game offers single-player experiences with controller support for those who prefer using a gamepad. You can choose from five unique play styles by selecting different heroes to tackle randomly generated levels in endless dungeons. Each run presents unpredictable items, unique layouts, and various challenges that test your ability to learn enemy attack patterns. With over 100 enemies to battle, the roguelike format ensures varied encounters across swamps, caves, and ancient dungeons. Beyond combat, players can rebuild their hometown of Haversack Hill when not facing danger. This meta progression allows you to turn the village into an efficient hamlet to attract new residents through research and trade. You can buy and sell items, unlock additional heroes, challenges, and quests while working toward restoring the world of Orderia. The main story takes approximately 8 hours to complete, though extras extend playtime to around 49 hours. A completionist run covering all content requires about 225 hours of gameplay.Read more

System Requirements

OSWindows 7 (SP1+), Windows 10 and Windows 11
CPU1.1 GHz Processor
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsDX10, DX11, DX12 capable.
Storage250 MB available space
OSMac OS X 10.6+
CPU1.1 GHz Processor
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 3000 512 MB
Storage250 MB available space
OSUbuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04, and CentOS 7
CPU1.1 GHz Processor
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsOpenGL 3.2+, Vulkan capable.
Storage250 MB available space

How Long To Beat

Main Story
8 Hours
Main Story + Extra
49 Hours
Completionist
225 Hours

Steam Stats

  • Steam Deck

    Backpack Hero - Verified Steam Deck CompatabilityVerified
  • Owners

    500,000 - 1,000,000

Achievements

35 Total Achievements
Achievement - Quick HeroQuick Hero
Achievement - Purse HeroPurse Hero
Achievement - Satchel HeroSatchel Hero
Achievement - Tote HeroTote Hero
Achievement - Pochette HeroPochette Hero
Achievement - CR-8 HeroCR-8 Hero
Achievement - Prada's LocketPrada's Locket
Achievement - Town HallTown Hall
Achievement - Resilient TownResilient Town
Achievement - Bird HeroBird Hero
35 Total Achievements
Achievement - ArcherArcher
Achievement - Tough TimesTough Times
Achievement - BuilderBuilder
Achievement - Town HallTown Hall
Achievement - Cursed RunCursed Run
Achievement - Backpack HeroBackpack Hero
Achievement - Fully ArmoredFully Armored
Achievement - GluttonGlutton
Achievement - Prada's LocketPrada's Locket
Achievement - HagglerHaggler

Backpack Hero Buying and Gameplay FAQs

Where can I buy Backpack Hero the cheapest?

The cheapest price right now is $0.55 at G2Play (96% off the $16.23 list price).

Is Backpack Hero on sale right now?

Yes, Backpack Hero is currently on sale with up to 96% off at select stores.

How much does Backpack Hero cost?

Right now, you can buy Backpack Hero for as low as $0.55 ($16.23 MSRP), depending on the store and platform.

Is Backpack Hero on Xbox Game Pass?

No, Backpack Hero is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $0.55, depending on the store and platform.

How much is Backpack Hero on Steam?

On Steam, Backpack Hero is listed at $16.23 (MSRP $16.23).

What is the historical lowest price for Backpack Hero?

The lowest recorded price for Backpack Hero is FREE, based on past sales and discounts.

Has Backpack Hero ever been free?

Yes, Backpack Hero was free on Epic Games on Fri Jul 04 2025.

Is Backpack Hero single-player only?

Backpack Hero is primarily a single-player experience.

Can I play Backpack Hero on Steam Deck?

Yes. Backpack Hero is rated Verified on Steam Deck, so it runs well on the handheld with no extra setup.

Is Backpack Hero available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?

Backpack Hero is available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.

How long does it take to beat Backpack Hero?

The main story takes around 8 hours, while a completionist run averages 225 hours.

When did Backpack Hero release?

Backpack Hero launched on August 15, 2022.

How much free space do I need for Backpack Hero?

The game requires at least 250 MB of free space.

What age rating is Backpack Hero?

Backpack Hero is rated E for Mild Fantasy Violence.

Backpack Hero Patch Notes And Updates

Announcement

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Patch Note

Summer Update Hotfix #1

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