Backbone is a 2D adventure game developed by EggNut and released by Raw Fury Games in 2021. In this film noir-inspired story, you will explore a dystopian version of Vancouver as one of the anthropomorphic heroes struggling with the hardships of everyday life.
Story
Howard Lotor is a raccoon and private detective living in the restricted city of Vancouver. He exists as part of a divided society ruled by apes, ignoring the actions of an authoritarian regime and growing unrest. But one day, the hero has to investigate the strange behavior of his client's husband. And this is the moment when everything changes.
Gameplay
Backbone game is a detective adventure set in impressive pixel graphics revealing the grim districts of an alternative version of Vancouver. Manage Howard's actions to solve the case and uncover the city's darkest secrets. Explore, chat with other heroes, collect clues, and solve puzzles. Sometimes, you'll have to sneak or track chosen targets. But overall, the story course depends entirely on your decisions. To make the job easier, use a mysterious gadget providing various additional skills. Backbone is a unique title about transforming feelings, unfolding in a beautiful audiovisual setting - perfect for fans of surprising detective stories.
Key features:
- Play a single-player detective game as a raccoon
- Explore various Vancouver districts to solve the case
- Collect clues, chat with the locals, and forge relationships
- Make decisions and decide the end of this dystopian story
- Solve puzzles and enjoy a unique tale about change
