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Jaspel went to the crowdfunding site not too long ago to raise enough funds for the project. Despite seeking $20,000, the campaign closed with well over $200,000. Various stretch goals were reached, including one specifically for Switch. (Read More)

Indie developer The Jaspel, in collaboration with BinaryCounter and GangsRobin, has dared to think outside the box to create a game built around inventory management called Backpack Hero. While that might sound like a boring idea on paper, the game’s playable demo proves that it’s anything but boring, and the fact that its Kickstarter campaign exceeded its initial goal by more than 900% shows that this is a concept that is resonating with quite a few people. Finally, inventory management is poised to have its moment in the sun. (Read More)

Our Kickstarter campaign is ending! Thank you for supporting us! We went way, way beyond our wildest expectations. We didn't even have stretch goals that reach this high. But we get the message: people want more Backpack Hero. And we plan to... (Read More)

This is it! Less than 21 hours remain! We have added in a final stretch goal so we can keep aiming for something! We have smashed through all of our previous goals. The development team is still in shock! Thank you so much for being a backer! We will... (Read More)

Kickstarter is now counting the hours to the end of the campaign! I'm looking at the number 56, which is counting the hours to the end of our campaign. Scary to be so close to the end, but exciting to have this opportunity to make a great game for... (Read More)

We reached our final stretch goal this weekend! That means we have unlocked Holiday updates! I can't wait for the first one - a Summer beach party! Breakout your sun-hats and volleyballs! Orderia is due for a vacation. That also means we have crushed... (Read More)

Backpack Hero has over a million views!  And we have achieved the 125k stretch goal! That means we have unlocked, the winner of our community poll, Pochette. Raised in the woods by hermit crabs, Pochette has a way with the wild  animals that roam... (Read More)

Backpack Hero has officially reached 100k! A sincere thank you to everyone who has supported this game! The team is so grateful for the support that we have received!  And of course, a huge thanks from CR-8, Tote, Purse, Duffel, and Satchel!  (Read More)

We're really excited to announce that Backpack Hero will be developed for the Nintendo Switch!  All Kickstarter backers will receive Steam keys, but we'll be working on the Switch port as soon as possible! Also we are pushing further and further... (Read More)

We reached more of our Stretch goals this week! We have two new characters that will be added to the game: Satchel and Tote! There's more information about them on the page and in our Discord. We have now met all of our community goals too! Amazing.... (Read More)

We're on Steam! Wow! So much has happened already. A few months ago we were working on Backpack Hero as a hobby and now we have a successful Kickstarter and a Steam page. Amazing how fast things can change! Please checkout our Steam page here: Please... (Read More)

Backpack Hero, an inventory management roguelike, is currently going through its Kickstarter campaign. The developers were looking to raise $20k and, at the moment of writing this article, have already received backing from over 1500 players, offering a total of $47k with over two weeks still remaining till the end of the campaign. (Read More)

We have reached half a million views on Itch! Our demo now has half a million views. Far more than we ever dreamed! It is an absolute honor and we are so thankful to the community! Meanwhile, our Kickstarter keeps going strong! We reached another... (Read More)

We have added new stretch goals and a new menu to our game! Thank you for all of your support. The first week of the Kickstarter was an amazing success and we hope the second week is even better! If you have friends or family who are interested,... (Read More)

Backpack Hero is an inventory management roguelike where you collect rare items, organize your bag, and vanquish your foes. The game takes place in Orderia, a world that has been cast into chaos. As the Backpack Hero, it is up to you to discover the ancient treasures to bring order back to the world! (Read More)

We have reached several community goals and our $30,000 stretch goal! Thank you to everyone who is supporting the game and who continues to provide support! We are so happy that the second week of our Kickstarter is going well! Because we reached the... (Read More)

Thank you all so much! Seeing this game succeed is incredible! We never dreamed we would receive so much support and the entire team is thankful to the community! We've also achieved some of our community goals so we will be updating the page... (Read More)

We are so thankful to the community that has supported this game. It would be nothing without your support, kindness, feedback, and generosity. Thank you so much for helping our KickStarter get off to an exciting start! We hope the next month goes... (Read More)