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77Well Rated
8hMain Story
2024Released
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Deal Verdict
56
Fair Deal
$10.08
$19.99
Price History
The current price of $10.08 is $0.03 above the 7-day low of $10.05.
- 7-day low
$10.05
- 30-day low
$8.49
- All-time low
$8.49
$15.50
$8.49
Lowest Recorded Offers
- Difmark
$8.49
- Difmark
$8.51
- Difmark
$8.54
Ratings
77
Well Rated
Score from 5 sources, critics and players combined- OpenCritic
- 72/100
- Metacritic
- 76/100
- Xbox
- 3.3/5
- PlayStation191 reviews
- 3.9/5
- Steam3,948 reviews
- Very Positive
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.
Details
- Platforms
- Release Date
6/11/2024
- Publishers
- Consoles
- Features
Age Rating
Mild Fantasy Violence
How Long To Beat
- Main Story
- 8 Hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 49 Hours
- Completionist
- 225 Hours
Supported Languages
Interface
Audio
Chinese (Simplified)
✓
Chinese (Traditional)
✓
English
✓
✓
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French (France)
✓
German
✓
Japanese
✓
Korean
✓
Backpack Hero Buying and Gameplay FAQs
Where can I buy Backpack Hero the cheapest?
The cheapest price right now is $10.08 at Difmark (49% off the $19.99 list price).
Is Backpack Hero on sale right now?
Yes, Backpack Hero is currently on sale with up to 49% off at select stores.
How much does Backpack Hero cost?
Right now, you can buy Backpack Hero for as low as $10.08 ($19.99 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 $10.08, depending on the store and platform.
What is the historical lowest price for Backpack Hero?
The lowest recorded price for Backpack Hero is $8.49, based on past sales and discounts.
Is Backpack Hero single-player only?
Backpack Hero is primarily a single-player experience.
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 June 11, 2024.
What age rating is Backpack Hero?
Backpack Hero is rated E for Mild Fantasy Violence.