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Hard but fair single-player puzzle platformer Backpack Twins for Nintendo Switch™ are Available Today!

January 5, 2023, TokyoAmata K.K. is pleased to announce the availability of Backpack Twins for Nintendo Switch today.

The Switch version of Backpack Twins releases today

Today, the Switch version of the hard but fair single-player puzzle platformer Backpack Twins is now available.

Backpack Twins, which also launched on Xbox One and PlayStation®4 last year, is a hard but fair single-player puzzle platformer. Swap between the twins as you control them to make the two work together to solve puzzles. 

Released on Steam by indie game creator Ima Bryn in August 2019, this game is tough but fair, and generated buzz for its excellent controls, retro vibes, and humorous gameplay. 

Amata is responsible for porting each platform and multi-language support to enable a wider audience to play Backpack Twins.

“Backpack Twins” Nintendo eShop page:

– Americas: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/backpack-twins-switch/
– Europe (UK):
https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Switch-download-software/Backpack-Twins-2323638.html
– Hong Kong: https://ec.nintendo.com/HK/zh/titles/70010000047198
– Korea: https://store.nintendo.co.kr/70010000047197
– Japan: https://store-jp.nintendo.com/list/software/70010000047199.html

Trailer for the Switch version of Backpack Twins: https://youtu.be/5ttiTWDxTo8

About Backpack Twins

Backpack Twins is a hard but fair single-player puzzle platformer… with a twist!
Control both twins by swapping between them and making them work together in order to solve environmental puzzles, move forward, and stay alive!
Avoid hazards, jump, duck, swap, and time your moves carefully.

– A carefully crafted blend of platforming and puzzle-solving.
– Old-school platforming that will test your skills!
– Collectibles that are easy to find but hard to get! Get them all to unlock additional awesomeness!
– Responsive and precise controls.
– Speedrun friendly. The last and best times are saved for each level.
– Achievements! *Excluding the Switch version
– Includes left and right-handed gamepad layouts for accessibility.
– Made with love, just for you.
– Backpacks! (x2)
– Twins! (x2)
– Humor! (Not guaranteed)

Screen Shot

*Screenshots are from the development stage. Some may differ from the production version.

Factsheet

Title: Backpack Twins
Genre: Hard but fair single-player puzzle platformer
Supported Hardware: Xbox One, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™
Distributing Stores (Download only):
– Microsoft Store https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/backpack-twins/9p39s1m4854n
– PlayStation™Store: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP1181-CUSA26185_00-2240043536322697
– Nintendo eShop: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/backpack-twins-switch/
Number of Players: 1
Online Play: No online play is available
Languages: Japanese, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish
Price: 11.99USD (Prices may differ across regions)
Release date: November 17, 2022 *Switch version is January 5, 2023
Ratings: IARC 7+
Developer: Ima Bryn
Publisher: AMATA K.K.
Official Website (Amata Games): https://amata.games/en/game/backpack-twins/
Copyright: ©2019 Ima Bryn All rights reserved.

About AMATA K.K.

Company Name: Amata K.K.
Representative: Hiromichi Takahashi, Company President, and Representative Director
Address: Arma Building, Kita-Shinjuku 1-4-1, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 169-0074, JAPAN
Established: June 25, 2008
Business: Game Business & others
Official Website: https://amata.co.jp/en/

About Amata K.K.: Founded in Tokyo in 2008, Amata K.K. has helped develop smartphone titles for a wide variety of world-renowned Japanese game companies over the years. With many staff having over 20 years of game industry experience, Amata has become a trusted one-stop shop for planning, developing, and operating games across a variety of platforms. While keeping the focus on game development, Amata has also begun to expand into VR, video, media, and other forms of entertainment.

Contact
For all inquiries regarding Backpack Twins, please use the corresponding form found at the following links: https://amata.games/en/support/contact/

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