Backpack Boy

Released on 10^th August 2026. Prices range from $7.99–$7.99 USD (up to 20% off).

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About Backpack Boy

Backpack Boy is off on one of his treks when he discovers a peculiar flashlight that changes the world around him. Explore a seemingly abandoned structure in this puzzle platformer built around using light to shine into the past.

Flashlight

The Flashlight is the first and most important tool in your backpack. Though, this flashlight doesn't just light up the dark. It shines its way to somewhere else. Use it to solve puzzles and explore a dilapidated facility that has been long abandoned.

Lantern

The second tool at your disposal is The Lantern. Endowed with the same power as The Flashlight, these lanterns provide the ability to punch holes between here and somewhere else. But what are they doing here? And who left them?

About This Game

Beginning as a submission to the 2023 Big Mode Game Jam, Backpack Boy, a puzzle-platformer built around using special light sources to affect the world around you has been expanded to a full game with new levels and new mechanics.

This short experience is packed full of fun and interesting puzzles.

Explore deeper to uncover the mysteries at the heart of the facility.

Something is waiting for you...

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Singleplayer Controller Support Family Sharing Achievements

Game Developers (2)

Developed by chuck and Niles Games.

Game Publishers (2)

Published by chuck and Niles Games.

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10^th August 2026

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Name:	Backpack Boy
Release Date:	10th August 2026 (10/08/2026)
Price Range:	$7.99–$7.99 USD (Compare Prices)
Platforms:	Steam and Browser (Website)
Official Website:	backpackboy.org
Official Discord:	discord.gg/gdRadHYYYC
Developers:	chuck and Niles Games
Publishers:	chuck and Niles Games