Backpack Hero

Devlog

• Backpack Hero 1.0 is available now!
  November 15, 2023 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero 1.0 is out now! That means that Story mode is on the main branch of the game! We've also just released on Epic Games, Good Old Games, and we're on Nintendo Switch! Huge thanks to our fan... Continue reading

  
• Thank you for a great year!
  February 01, 2023 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero was first released on Itch.io a year ago today! Over the past year we released the game , started a business, ran a Kickstarter campaign , released the game on Steam, created four new ch... Continue reading

  
• Winter Event!
  December 22, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  The Backpack Hero Winter Update is here! If you're still waiting to get a copy, the game is on Sale now on Steam! I hope you're having a lovely winter! Our winter event begins now with lots of new thi... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero is for sale on Itch!
  August 18, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Get a copy on Itch now! Feel free to pickup Backpack Hero on Itch if you don't have a Steam account! You can also donate further if you want to help our project more! More updates will be uploaded to... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero Early Access is here!
  August 15, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero Early Access - Available now! Hello Backpackers! I hope you're ready to Storm the dungeon! Early Access is available today! Please pickup a copy and be sure to give us a review too! Pick... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero enters Early Access on Monday!
  August 13, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero Early Access - August 15th Add to your wishlist and follow us now on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1970580/Backpack_Hero/ You'll get access to two new characters, new items,... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero has a Demo on Steam!
  June 27, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Steam Demo Available Now! Please check out our Steam page ! The demo is similar to the version on Itch, and it also has much better support for Mac, Linux, and PC. Plus saving and loading is much more... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero is a contestant in the GDWC!
  June 26, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  We're in the Game Development World Championships! Please check out our game's page and give us a "Like" and a "Share"! This small action makes a huge difference and can really help us get noticed. Sp... Continue reading

  
• Surprise Update!
  June 22, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Surprise Update with Language Support! We want everyone to be able to play Backpack Hero so we just updated the web version of the game with support for more languages! You can play in: English Chines... Continue reading

  
• Kickstarter last day
  May 06, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  The Kickstarter ends in less than 19 hours! If you're a fan of the game, please consider donating to our Kickstarter ! Not only will you get your name in the credits, but you'll get a copy of the game... Continue reading

  
• Last Web Update!
  May 05, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  This is our final update to the web version of Backpack Hero! If you want access to the newest content, please get a copy of the game by donating on Kickstarter! If you cannot donate right now, please... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Balance Update Hotfix
  April 30, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero has more than a million views Wow! Thank you to everyone who has supported the game! We also just unlocked a new character on our Kickstarter ! Please support us and get a copy of the ga... Continue reading

  
• New Kickstarter update!
  April 15, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  If you haven't yet, please support our Kickstarter! It makes a huge difference! All of the funds we have gotten on this game have come from supporters like you! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ba... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Swamp Update
  April 11, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Our KickStarter is live! Help us reach our stretch goals and our community goals! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/backpackhero/backpack-hero Please support the project! Swamp Update is available... Continue reading

  
• KickStarter is now live!
  April 07, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Our KickStarter page is now live! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/backpackhero/backpack-hero Hope you will consider supporting us! Any amount really helps and it will allow us to make the best ga... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero Balance Update Hotfix 1
  April 01, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Changes: Needler now adds 2 poison per use Glitches: Fixed a glitch where leaving a store could crash the game Fixed a glitch with the vampiric axe sprite Changed the golden whetstone so it gives a +2... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Balance Update
  April 01, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  New Stuff: Added in four new items that move in combat! Added in a new relic Added a new Cleaver item Glitches: Fixed a minor problem with the grid in the background of the backpack Fixed a glitch wit... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Archery Update Hotfix 1
  March 25, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Glitches: Fixed an issue where items wouldn't display their create effects properly Made the dart a projectile Fixed a glitch where the longbow wouldn't always add the "dodge" status Fixed a typo appe... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Archery Update!
  March 24, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Archery is now better than ever! Bug-Fixes: Moved the "reorganize item" to the start of the enemy turn - so you have time to think about item Fixed a glitch with modification animations Added a protec... Continue reading
• What's next for Backpack Hero?
  March 17, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero will continue! We plan to make more updates, more improvements, and new content. There will not be any major updates this week. The team will use this time to develop a new roadmap and c... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero Saving Update Hotfix 1
  March 15, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  This update will result in a loss of Save Data. This relates to how Itch stores data and we cannot control it. Bug Fixes: Improved performance of drag-and-drop on items, especially when you have many... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Saving Update!
  March 14, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  You can now Save and Load your game! About saving: The game autosaves on each floor You can save by pressing the "Save Game" button in the upper-right. You must be in an empty room Sometimes the Load... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Relic Update Hotfix 2
  March 11, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Changes: Mana now flows diagonally through wands - but only if part of the wand is connected to an adjacent item You can now press "M" at the main menu to start from Matthew - even if this is your fir... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Relic Update Hotfix 1
  March 11, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  New Content: Added heavy and buoyant items! -including a new sword, the brick, the brickwall, and the bubble Added a "Slime Sword" weapon. Added a "Nunchuck" weapon Added an "Hourglass" relic Added a... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero Relic Update
  March 07, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Relic Update! New Stuff: Added in relics after bosses are defeated. There are 14 super-powered items that you unlock after Boss New mana system is here! Mana must now be changed together through condu... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Event Update Hotfix 3
  March 04, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Event Update hotfix 3! Glitches: Fixed multiple typos on the card for the Ferret King Fixed a typo in all cards for adjacent and diagonal weapons Prevented enemies from repeating their animations Fixe... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Event Update Hotfix 2
  March 04, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Event Update hotfix 2! Glitches: Glitches: Made the dark whetstone and the lightning bolt work together Fixed a glitch where items don't deselect at the end of combat Fixed a glitch where you could ac... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Event Update Hotfix 1
  February 28, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Event Update hotfix 1! Glitches: Fixed placeholder text in the conversation with the Healer Fixed a mislabeled button in the conversation with the "Shady Dealer" Fixed a problem where music would igno... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Event Update
  February 28, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Event Update! New Content: Added in lots of new events including event minigames! All events now have NPCs that you can interact with! Added in new music for The Deep Cave and for boss fights! Added n... Continue reading

  
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 6
  February 25, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix 6! Made numerous small changes: Added new items including new whetstones, new consumables, new weapons, and more Changed several balance related issues Made it so you can skip curse... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 5
  February 21, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix 5! Made numerous small changes: Fixed a glitch where bows could be deselected before the arrow was fired - resulting in less damage Fixed the golden whetstone - which could be used... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 4
  February 21, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix 4! Made numerous small changes: Added a"rotate" button that can be enabled from the options menu. Great on mobile! Fixed the Star Potion so it is removed before it creates items Fix... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 3
  February 17, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix 3! Made numerous small changes: Fixed an error where the jagged blade wouldn't attack all enemies Fixed an error where multiple bows could power-up arrows at the same time Fixed an... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 2
  February 16, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix 2! Changed the game from 12 to 9 levels. The faster pace means more variety of encounters, more difficulty, and hopefully better balance. Most runs were already winning or losing by... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2 Hotfix 1
  February 14, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Version two hotfix! Made numerous small changes: Fixed a bug where combat could end twice if you kill the enemy before all passive items have their effect Corrected several items including the "Disgus... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero Version 2!
  February 14, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero just got a major update! There's tons of new content, new enemies, new items, bug-fixes, and many updates! I hope you will try them out. Also, please join our Discord ! Changelog: Redesi... Continue reading
• Day 2 Hotfix
  February 02, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  #patch

  Day 2 Hotfix Changes: Fixed the Token of Energy so it always adds action points, even when added or moved mid-battle Fixed the health bar so it can display numbers larger than 99 Limited maximum armor... Continue reading

  
• Day 1 Hotfix
  February 01, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  #patch

  Day 1 Hotfix Changes: Fixed daggers so the damage is added AFTER the damage is used. Fixed the Badger enemies so they no longer soft-lock the game. Changed the way the "Cooldown" property is phrased... Continue reading
• Backpack Hero now released!
  January 31, 2022 by Thejaspel

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  Backpack Hero is now released! I've had the idea for this game for many years and it has taken many different forms. It's always been about getting items and organizing them in a specific position. Th... Continue reading