Backbone

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Steam Steam | Digital Download | Platform Platform | Released: 8 Jun, 2021
Backbone
Discover a personal story of transformation in dystopian Vancouver in the post-noir narrative adventure game Backbone. Explore a lush world and shape Howard's identity while dealing with pain and loss. Expertly crafted doom jazz soundtrack.
Publisher Raw Fury Developer Eggnut
PEGI 16 PEGI 16
SKU
BACKB-PC-001
NZ$37.49
NZ$15.99 -57%
Description

Backbone is a linear, post-noir narrative adventure game that follows Howard Lotor, a raccoon private eye, on a quest to unravel a deeply personal story of transformation in dystopian Vancouver. The game is inspired by film noir, weird sci-fi, and post-Soviet aesthetics with a focus on emotional expression and storytelling with rich dialogues.

List of features:
  • Exploration of lush environments
  • Connection with a diverse cast of characters
  • Choices in shaping Howard's identity
  • Dealing with existential pain and loss
  • Visually stunning environment with high-resolution pixel art, dynamic lighting, pouring rain, volumetric fog, neon lights, and reimagined iconic locations
  • Evocative and unforgettable original doom jazz soundtrack by Danchin and Arooj Aftab
Who should buy it?

If you enjoy emotional storytelling combined with a unique visual aesthetic, Backbone is the perfect game for you. It's suitable for anyone who loves narrative-driven games with a focus on personal transformation and character development. The game's exploration of complex themes and its diverse cast of anthropomorphic characters will keep you engaged and immersed in the world of dystopian Vancouver. Additionally, the game's original doom jazz soundtrack adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to the experience.

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System Requirements

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 7
Processor: Multi-core 2.5GHz or faster
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 950 or equivalent
Storage: 1 GB available space

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 7
Processor: Multi-core 1.8GHz or faster
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 760 or equivalent
Storage: 1 GB available space

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: 10.15 Catalina
Processor: 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Radeon Pro 560
Storage: 1 GB available space
Additional Notes: Apple M1 chipsets are not supported

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: 10.15 Catalina
Processor: 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Storage: 1 GB available space
Additional Notes: Apple M1 chipsets are not supported

Installation Guide

Follow the instructions below to activate a Steam game:

1) Go to https://store.steampowered.com/about/
2) Click on "Install Steam" to download the application.
3) Once downloaded, install the client.
4) Once installed, find and open the Steam application on your computer.
5) Create a Steam account and login.
6) Once logged in to your client, click on “Add a Game” at the bottom left of the application window and click on “Activate a product on Steam”
7) Enter the game key provided and download the game.

You can only redeem the key via the downloaded and installed Steam application and not directly on their website.

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