Backpack Hero News

[h2]Hey, Backpackers![/h2]

Backpack Hero is OUT NOW in 1.0! 🎉

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It’s been a wild ride, and we couldn’t be more grateful to you for joining us. Your support has been crucial since the very beginning. When the game was making its first steps on itch.io, when we did our Kickstarter campaign, and of course from the day 1 of Early Access, it was you who helped us make Backpack Hero a reality and shaped it to become what it is today ❤️

Who here still remembers what Backpack Hero looked like over a year ago?

[h3] The game’s gone through a lot of changes.[/h3]
If you’ve been with us since its early days, you might still remember where it started. We added 4 new characters (yes, at first it was only Purse!) and then reworked 2 of them, designed over 800 items and more than 100 enemies, introduced controller support, got Steam Deck verified… but also allowed you, our community members, to become an integral part of the development process with countless tests of new features and incredible mods you’ve created!

[h3] But probably the most exciting part of 1.0 is Story Mode.[/h3]
It introduces meta progression between runs and balances the learning curve for new players - something many of you have been asking for! That’s why we’re incredibly excited for all of you to experience it, follow the adventure at your own pace, and discover many secrets that Haversack Hill hides. We can’t wait to see how you plan the town’s layout!

There’s a lot waiting for you in Haversack Hill!

[h3] The story doesn’t end here.[/h3]
The 1.0 release is the beginning of yet another adventure! We’ll keep working on Backpack Hero - some of our plans for the future updates include implementing Kickstarter rewards (and a Summer Event as we promised!), adding even more items, more NPCs and side-quests in the town. We have many ideas for more music, better mod support, maybe revamping the holiday events. And of course, as always, bug fixes and balance improvements.

That being said, we know that there are still some things waiting to be fixed - check the FAQ post on the forum for the list of known issues.

[h3] And if you’re new here…[/h3]
…we’re happy that you’re with us and hope that you’ll have lots of fun playing Backpack Hero! You can read more about all the characters, take a look at Haversack Hill basics, and of course join our Discord community to stay updated, meet other players, and have a real impact on the game’s future!

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READ ABOUT OTHER HEROES: Purse Satchel Tote CR-8 Pochette

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READ ABOUT THE TOWN: 🏘️ #1 Resources & Buildings 🐹 #2 NPCs & Quests 🗡️ #3 Items & Research

Once again, we wanted to thank you for your constant support and for joining us on the awesome adventure that Backpack Hero has been so far ❤️

— Jas, BinaryCounter and Gangs

PS - How do you like the new key art? 🐭

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[h2]Hey, Backpackers![/h2]

🎉 SURPRISE! 🎉

Backpack Hero’s full version is launching on Steam TODAY! 😱
This was just announced during the Nintendo Indie World Showcase!


So… see you in, like, 30 minutes? 😏

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[h2]Hey, Backpackers![/h2]

Let’s take a look at one last thing about the Story Mode. Well, two last things to be more specific - selling and researching items!

[h3] There are a few ways to make good use of the stuff you brought from the dungeons![/h3]
You can simply sell the loot in the Store to get all three kinds of resources in return. Of course bigger items are worth more than smaller ones, and the rarer the better! But there’s one more building where you can earn resources by selling things. The Bank allows you to exchange them for Treasure!



[h3] You can also use items to get… more items![/h3]
…and better ones! There are many buildings where you can discover new, more powerful equipment! But to unlock them, you’ll have to use the stuff you found in The Dungeon. In the Tavern you can research new consumables. The Library lets you unlock relics. Look for weapons in the Barracks, for armors and shields in the Blacksmith, and in the Fletcher for bows and arrows. Then there’s the Magical Mycelium where you’ll research magic items.



[h3] But you can research more than just items![/h3]
In some places you can research other things, for example new decorations for the town - you’ll find them in the Greenhouse. But you can also research exciting quests! To do that, you’ll have to build the Bounty Board. Finally, once you build the Town Hall, you’ll be able to access all the research buildings from there - no need to run around the town anymore!



Hope our miniseries about the Story Mode resolved your doubts and helped you navigate Haversack Hill! Remember that you can try it on the Public Testing Branch!

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Changes:

• Updated translations - especially for Korean, German, and Japanese
  
• Major improvements and redesign of controller support in the Town
  

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed the carpenter - which was offset from the grid
  
• Fixed issues with the "Spin the Wheel" game in Story mode
  
• Fixed saving bugs that could occur in Story Mode
  
• Opening "Options" in another language is more performative
  
• Updated issues with resolution in the overworld
  

[h2]Hey, Backpackers![/h2]

Today we’ll talk about the town again. Let’s take a look at Haversack Hill’s inhabitants and their quests this time!

[h3] Encounter over 30 new NPCs![/h3]
If you’ve read the backstories of our heroes, you should already know a few of them! Purse's father, Louis, or CR-8's rescuers, Matthew and Constance, are some of the familiar faces. But there’s more!



You’ll meet a wide variety of colorful characters who will assist you in rebuilding the town, researching new items, and gaining insights into the world around you. Zaar, the shopkeeper, will guide your initial steps in Haversack Hill. Doug, the skilled carpenter, will demonstrate the intricacies of constructing various structures. Miss Burrough will enthusiastically educate you on the history of your hometown, the dungeons, and essential gameplay fundamentals.

With plenty of friendly faces nearby, be sure to engage in conversations with these characters to discover the many secrets of Haversack Hill!



[h3] Prepare for new challenges too![/h3]
Some NPCs will give you clear objectives to conquer within the dungeons, equipping you with the necessary tools for success. There's more to discover beyond the coveted golden cheese! Each quest will infuse your journey with diversity and an extra layer of challenge. Sometimes you’ll have to keep the starter items the entire run!



Completing the quests will help with not only rebuilding the town, but also pushing the story forward and letting you dive deeper into Backpack Hero’s lore.

Do you have your favorite NPC? Who is it and why?
Next week you’ll learn more about the research!

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