Games like Backworlds
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.
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Frequently asked about Backworlds
- Is Backworlds free to play?
- Yes — Backworlds is a free-to-play title on Steam. You can install and play it without buying anything, though some games include optional in-app purchases.
- What games are most similar to Backworlds?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Backworlds are Seasons of the Samurai, Projection: First Light, Unravel.
- Who developed Backworlds?
- Backworlds was developed by Logic Ember Limited.
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