Backbone has an average rating of 80% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – all reviews rate the game the same (4/5). The game was released on June 7, 2021 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PS4.
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What critics praise
„Even if it’s brief and falters during the third act, there’s no denying that Backbone is a truly gorgeous and captivating adventure, with an engrossing world that you’ll want to see even more of.“
Backbone has an average rating of 80% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – all reviews rate the game the same (4/5).
When was Backbone released?
Backbone was released on June 7, 2021.
What platforms is Backbone available on?
Backbone is available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PS4.
Is Backbone worth playing?
Yes. With an average rating of 80%, Backbone is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.
What games are similar to Backbone?
Games similar to Backbone are for example Kaze and the Wild Masks, Hitman 3, Taxi Chaos, Mundaun and Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water.
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4/5
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Ranking
#87
of 489 games released in 2021
better than 70 % of games
#40
of 189 games released in 2021 on PC
better than 66 % of games
#19
of 66 games released in 2021 on PS5
better than 65 % of games
#10
of 58 games released in 2021 on Xbox Series X|S
better than 77 % of games
Even if it’s brief and falters during the third act, there’s no denying that Backbone is a truly gorgeous and captivating adventure, with an engrossing world that you’ll want to see even more of. It’s a unique mystery with a cast of amazing anthropomorphic animals that ends up going places players won’t expect, and it’s also one that’s likely worth revisiting after you’ve finished. There’s just a lot...
Even if it’s brief and falters during the third act, there’s no denying that Backbone is a truly gorgeous and captivating adventure, with an engrossing world that you’ll want to see even more of. It’s a unique mystery with a cast of amazing anthropomorphic animals that ends up going places players won’t expect, and it’s also one that’s likely worth revisiting after you’ve finished. There’s just a lot...
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Backbone has only been beaten 3 times and is better than most games compared. Our recommendation - the game is worth playing.
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