Backpack Dungeon
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Backpack Dungeon

A unique pixel-art backpack management roguelike. Your backpack isn't just storage—it's your combat core. Item placement, adjacency, and trigger mechanics determine your survival in the dungeon. A mental challenge of spatial planning and strategy.

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UPDATE PULSEevery ~3d·last 51d ago·9 recent on record

Is Backpack Dungeon still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

83.5
Good

Elixir Rating

88.1% of 729 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 85.5. It was sold as a game that would keep being worked on, and the developers have gone dormant — subtracting 2.0.

reception 85.5·support −2.0·Good

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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From Steam's own record

Current price

$3.15$3.99−21%

Development

Dormant

Last heard from developers

30 days ago

Usual rhythm

every ~2 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

8

Current silence

15× normal

The developers have been silent for 30 days against a normal rhythm of about 2 — roughly 15 times longer than usual. 8 substantial updates landed in the past six months, 3 of them major. It is currently 21% below its usual price.

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Our coverage

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releaseAug 31, 2026

Backpack Dungeon Adds Steam Workshop Support Two Weeks After Launch

Almost two weeks after its official launch, Backpack Dungeon has received Steam Workshop support — a feature the developers had flagged in earlier update plans.

The studio describes the addition as an opportunity for players to expand the game's content, and has outlined five categories of modding now available.

What changed

  • Custom Background Music — players can replace the game's background and battle music
  • Removing Built-in Items — items can be stripped from the item pool to enable custom challenges or specific build environments
  • Custom Items — new items can be created, though the current version restricts them to the existing ability system for stability reasons, with expansion planned
  • Custom Characters — entirely new characters can be built, including base settings and build directions
  • Custom Skins and Starting Equipment — character appearances and starting loadouts can be configured

The developers note that custom item creation is intentionally limited at this stage, citing stability as the reason, and indicate they intend to broaden those boundaries as development progresses. The announcement also references future updates without specifying their contents.

For players, Workshop support means the dungeon's item pool and roster are no longer fixed quantities — community-built characters, challenges, and builds can now circulate alongside the base game.

Two years of development

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39 announcements · 8 substantial · 19 months with nothing

Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsSep 4, 2026
Partner Auto Battler Out Now! Backpack Dungeon Extra Discount!

Hello, Roguelike fans! Our partner’s auto-battler game The Swashbugglers is officially out now! Backpack Dungeon players can get an extra 10% special discount when purchasing the bundle. Feel free to give it a try! https://store.steampowere…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
Partner Roguelike Out Now! Backpack Dungeon Extra Discount!

Hello, Roguelike fans! Our partner’s roguelike game Square Dungeon 2: Remastered is officially out now! Backpack Dungeon players can get an extra 10% special discount when purchasing the bundle. Feel free to give it a try! https://store.ste…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 31, 2026
v2.4.2 Surrender & Fixes

# August 31, 2026 Changelog v2.4.2## Features & ImprovementsSurrender button changes:Appearance time: 50 loops → 20 loopsAlways appears in Blood Battle ModeBattle log: Calamity triggers are now shown in the Battle Log## FixesDebug Items in …

Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2026
Cards & Workshop Live! Partner Roguelike Dungeon Gets Extra Discount

Dear players, We’re here with an update announcement for Backpack Dungeon. First of all, thank you so much for your continued support for Backpack Dungeon. Since launch, we have received a lot of feedback, suggestions, and encouragement fro…

Community AnnouncementsAug 27, 2026
v2.4.1 Mod Text Translation

# August 27, 2026 Changelog v2.4.1## Features & ImprovementsAdded a Mod Text Translation entryWorkshop can configure local-model / cloud-model translationQwen local model: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3790773704Dee…

Community AnnouncementsAug 23, 2026
v2.4.0 Custom Game Entry

# August 23, 2026 Changelog v2.4.0## Features & ImprovementsMod feature improvement: Custom Items support more capabilitiesNew Mod feature: Custom game entry pointsWith Extended Modloader you can load custom JS in-gameThanks to @Honk for th…

Community AnnouncementsAug 19, 2026
v2.3.9 Custom Monsters

# August 19, 2026 Changelog v2.3.9## Features & ImprovementsFeature Settings now include “Scientific Notation Digits”Mod Manager list now shows cover imagesNew Mod feature: Custom MonstersCustom monster art: idle / attack / castCustom base …

Community AnnouncementsAug 17, 2026
v2.3.8 Mods & Custom Events

# August 17, 2026 Changelog v2.3.8## Features & ImprovementsMod Manager list now shows cover imagesNew Mod feature: Custom EventsCustom NPC art: full-body sprite and dialogue portraitRewards: gold / max health / max stamina / itemsCosts:Spe…

Community AnnouncementsAug 14, 2026
v2.3.7 Workshop Updates

# August 14, 2026 Changelog v2.3.7## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop player status gain values now support negativesWorkshop item trigger rule restrictions have been improved## FixesFixed mods that modify built-in items being unable to part…

Community AnnouncementsAug 12, 2026
v2.3.6 Feature Settings & Craft Tree

# August 12, 2026 Changelog v2.3.6## Features & ImprovementsNew feature setting: Pinned Item Popup Delay1s: default/current behavior0.5s: new, pins after 0.5sNone: new, opens already pinnedImproved craft tree display: drag-to-pan scrolling …

Community AnnouncementsAug 11, 2026
v2.3.5 Style & Workshop Updates

# August 11, 2026 Changelog v2.3.5## Features & ImprovementsNew style setting: Item Detail Popup PositionFollow Item: default/current behavior, always to the left or right of the itemFixed: new, can stay fixed in the left or right game area…

Community AnnouncementsAug 7, 2026
v2.3.4 Workshop Updates

# August 7, 2026 Changelog v2.3.4## Features & ImprovementsStronger Workshop custom item / relic capabilitiesMore relic effects that support custom tagsWorkshop character settings can unlock all exclusive itemsWanderer / Ronin can now use a…

Community AnnouncementsAug 4, 2026
v2.3.3 Workshop Updates

# August 4, 2026 Changelog v2.3.3## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop custom item configurationStronger relic configuration, including custom tags and related optionsImproved Mod schema docs for relic effectsOption to disable the item trigger…

Community AnnouncementsAug 3, 2026
v2.3.2 Workshop Updates

# August 3, 2026 Changelog v2.3.2## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop custom item configurationNew item transformation condition: transform on battle endImproved transformation logic: when multiple conditions match, one is chosen at randomWor…

Community AnnouncementsAug 2, 2026
v2.3.1 Custom items GIF/WebP Support

# August 2, 2026 Changelog v2.3.1## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop custom items now support GIF/WebP formatsAnimated sprites are supported now! ヾ(@^▽^@)ノ

Community AnnouncementsAug 2, 2026
v2.3.0 Custom Tags & UX Improvements

# August 2, 2026 Changelog v2.3.0## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop custom items now support custom tagsTag localizationTag colorsImproved BGM selection with Mod filteringImproved character select list with horizontal scrolling## FixesFixed…

Community AnnouncementsAug 1, 2026
v2.2.9 Workshop Item Debug

# August 1, 2026 Changelog v2.2.9## Features & ImprovementsWorkshop Tool: custom item debugging supportOpen Training Mode from the tool to test custom itemsSave backpack layouts used during testingChanges to item config take effect immediat…

Community AnnouncementsJul 31, 2026
v2.2.8 Borderless Fullscreen & Fixes

# July 31, 2026 Changelog v2.2.8## Features & ImprovementsResolution settings now support borderless fullscreenUnlocking the Nightmare Challenge achievement also unlocks the Normal Challenge achievement## FixesFixed crit rate and crit damag…

Community AnnouncementsJul 30, 2026
v2.2.7 Monster Sounds & Bug Fixes

# July 30, 2026 Changelog v2.2.7## Features & ImprovementsCreative Workshop:Monsters support attack sound and cast sound settings## FixesFixed missing translations in some localesFixed monster bestiary not unlocking correctlyFixed battle co…

Community AnnouncementsJul 29, 2026
v2.2.6 Workshop Assets & Bug Fixes

# July 29, 2026 Changelog v2.2.6## Features & ImprovementsCreative Workshop:Event asset configurationMonster attack and cast animation assetsGIF format support for character, skin, monster, and event assetsClear the clipboard after successf…

Community AnnouncementsJul 28, 2026
Major Update! Backpack Dungeon Workshop Is Now Available!

Hello everyone! It has been almost two weeks since Backpack Dungeon officially launched. First of all, thank you so much for all your support! Since release, we have been closely reading your comments, feedback, and suggestions. Seeing play…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 26, 2026
v2.1.0 Detached Windows & Bug Fixes

# July 26, 2026 Changelog v2.1.0## Features & ImprovementsNew settings:Battle log supports a detached windowCodex supports a detached windowNightmare Challenge no longer requires clearing every challenge (Ascension 10 unlock is enough)## Fi…

Community AnnouncementsJul 25, 2026
v2.0.9 Perimeter Display & Bug Fixes

# July 25, 2026 Changelog v2.0.9## Features & ImprovementsAdded track perimeter display to the backpack bar## FixesFixed Goldeater Shot counters gained mid-battle remaining after save/loadFixed Beasttide Spirit Nest looping trigger chainsFi…

Community AnnouncementsJul 24, 2026
v2.0.8 Battle Log Search & SL Fixes

# July 24, 2026 Changelog v2.0.8## Features & ImprovementsBattle logs now support text search filtering## FixesFixed stack overflow caused by certain backpack configurationsFixed save/load in the Lucky Fruit Machine event losing gold and ti…

Community AnnouncementsJul 24, 2026
v2.0.7 Filter UX and Bug Fixes

# July 23, 2026 Changelog v2.0.7## Features & ImprovementsRepositioned the "Filter" button and changed it to open on click## FixesFixed Skyfall Wand buff doubling bugFixed Pet Cage buff not applying correctly after Living Doll Scroll turned…

Community AnnouncementsJul 23, 2026
v2.0.6 Item Filter Highlight and Bug Fixes

# July 23, 2026 Changelog v2.0.6## Features & ImprovementsIncreased Highlight Items Recent picks slots from 10 to 20Added item filter highlighting:Scope: Backpack / Storage / RelicsOutside battle, filter by type / rarity / tag and highlight…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 21, 2026
v2.0.5 Craft Tree, Shortcuts, and Bug Fixes

# July 21, 2026 Changelog v2.0.5## Features & ImprovementsRelics now have tags: Battle Relic / Non-Combat RelicTraining Mode now shows items based on the selected characterRemoved the shake animation when pinning item detailsKeyboard shortc…

Community AnnouncementsJul 20, 2026
v2.0.4 Random Seed and Endless Calamity Update

# July 20, 2026 Changelog v2.0.4## Features & ImprovementsIn Show Bags Only mode, only bags can be draggedLucky Item & Highlight Item selection now includes a quick pick: Recent picksEndless Calamities: Life Erosion: changed from "lose 1 ma…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 19, 2026
v2.0.3 Non-Combat Relics and Quality-of-Life Update

# July 19, 2026 Changelog v2.0.3## Features & ImprovementsAdded a new setting: Frame Rate LimitAdded a new setting: Disable Item AnimationsWhen enabled, item triggers no longer play animation effectsAdded the Y shortcut: collect all loot wi…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 17, 2026
v2.0.2 Quality-of-Life and Fixes Update

# July 17, 2026 Changelog v2.0.2## Features & ImprovementsThe Relic Shop now always allows a free refresh (and the button text has been changed from “Refresh” to “Leave”)Improved the inventory auto-sort buttonReplaced it with a more promine…

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