Play as a paintbrush-wielding artist in stunning 2D hand-drawn metroidvania that’s been compared to Silksong and Celeste
Cologne/Berlin, Germany – July 23rd, 2026 – Blue Backpack and co-publishing partners ByteRockers’ Games and PARCO GAMES are delighted to announce that their critically acclaimed 2D hand-drawn metroidvania, Constance, will release on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 30th. Pre-orders for the game are live now! Players that already own the game on Nintendo Switch will receive a free patch on July 30th that unlocks the Switch 2 version.
Nintendo Switch 2 is the perfect home for a game that has won comparisons to the likes of Hollow Knight and Celeste. It has been described as “among the best the metroidvania genre has to offer” by 4P.de, an “easy recommendation” by Nintendo Life and GamesRadar+ insists that “you should absolutely play it”.
Transform into paint to dive into the ground and walls, slice through the air and enemies, and utilize an array of unique brush techniques to experience a constant state of flow. Become stronger by unlocking new brush techniques, defeating threatening foes, overcoming platforming challenges, and solving puzzles to advance your progress as you uncover Constance’s past. Help her understand her personal struggles, unlock her creativity, and find her inner purpose.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Constance will feature an improved performance mode running up to 120 FPS, an improved quality mode running at 1440p resolution, new and improved audio and integrated achievements.
Explore 6 unique biomes in Constance’s inner-world, with each region featuring its unique set of enemies and characters representing different aspects of her psyche and personal history. Uncover countless secrets, multiple paths, deadly boss battles, characters, side quests and collectibles in this nonlinear interconnected inner-world.
About Blue Backpack
Blue Backpack is an independent developer and publisher for narrative driven games. Based in Berlin and Cologne, Blue Backpack is currently working on two games: Constance and The Berlin Apartment.
About ByteRockers’ Games
Berlin-based development studio and publisher of indie games that loves to rock n’ roll. Currently working on the code-based bullet hell Net.Attack() and a space-themed mining simulator named Exovia, the company has a long track record of releasing quality games since 2018. As publishing partner and proud resident of the German games capital, supporting small teams with fresh ideas has become the signature of ByteRockers’ Games, who make a point to show face at local events of all sizes and even take on the role as industry advocate with the politicians and media in town.
About PARCO GAMES
PARCO Co., Ltd. has launched a new business venture to apply its unique discernment and creativity cultivated in the fields of fashion, entertainment, and art to the gaming industry. The company has made a full-scale entry into the game publishing business and established a new label, “PARCO GAMES.” ‘PARCO GAMES’ serves as the umbrella brand for PARCO’s game-related businesses, incorporating the newly added publishing division. Through events, collaborations, and in-store promotions at PARCO retail locations, the company aims to comprehensively and globally advance its game business.
