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@hippy
I don't disagree. I merely linked to dropper specific saddle bags so OP could have a look at some 'specific' options. The thing with MTBs is the flat bars allow you to run more up-front so you should really be able to get away with a much smaller saddlebag. There's also backpacks as an option, like you used - I've seen a bunch of people using them off-road, presumably because it impacts the handling less than bikepacking kit. I still have my Camelbak from 20+ years ago so it's not a new idea. Iohan, the guy that's spent the last 6 years touring on various MTB around the world uses a rack with a backpack on it so that for technical sections or hikes he can pull the backpack off the rack and wear it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp7OjrlC6aM