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Gear up your animal hero in this 1–3 player co-op survivor roguelite. Master tactical inventory arrangement to unleash devastating combos. Obliterate enemies and battle bosses to overcome the corruption infiltrating your forest!

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Frequently asked about Packmates

How much does Packmates cost?
Packmates is listed on Steam at 11.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Packmates have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Packmates supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online Co-op, Co-op).
What games are most similar to Packmates?
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Who developed Packmates?
Packmates was developed by Digital Confectioners.

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