Backworlds (2020) · Tastebuds

Backworlds is a multi-dimensional puzzle platform game in which you explore by painting. Solve environmental conundrums by using each world’s physical properties to your advantage, and use your own creativity to craft original solutions to the game’s puzzles.

Platform Puzzle IndiePC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch

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LadiesGamers.comPaula MooreMay 2021
As someone who enjoys a good well thought out puzzle game, Backworlds ticks all my gaming boxes. Backworlds has intuitive controls, a great soundtrack, and is pleasant to look at and really fun to play. The puzzles are really inventive, requiring some lateral thinking without being impossibly difficult, and are never tedious. All fans of the puzzle genre should try out Backworlds, I definitely recommend it on its new home, the Nintendo Switch!
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But Why Tho?Kate SanchezMay 20218/10
Overall, Backworlds is a short and sweet game that offers up ample amounts of wholesomeness and challenge in the best way. Painting your way through the world isn’t just a gimmick; it’s an integral part of the game, which is important for niche travel mechanics. Plus, there are a few surprises in-store, including teleportation. So if you’re looking for a game to play on the go and puzzles to keep you focused, then Backworlds is definitely for you. A port from the PC, this one takes full advantage of the way you play your Switch and just works.
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Nindie SpotlightJustin NationMay 20217.5/10
The Switch has thankfully been blessed by a number of notable puzzle action titles, and more often than not each has chosen its own distinct path vin terms of style...
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About the game

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch
Developer: Skymap Games
Publisher: Skymap Games
Released: February 20, 2020
Modes: Single player

IGDB rating 7.0/10 from 2 ratings.

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