An intriguing adventure awaits in Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, a modern-day point-and-click adventure game that blends history, mystery, and puzzle-solving.
Developed by Tag of Joy and published by Headup, the game is available now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4/5.
Inherit a Mystery
Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit follows the story of Milda, a young woman from Chicago who unexpectedly inherits a house in Lithuania. What begins as a simple inheritance quickly takes a thrilling turn when Milda is threatened by a mysterious stranger demanding she relinquish her claim.
Intrigued and undeterred, Milda delves into her family’s past, uncovering cryptic documents and clues that date back to the 15th century. She soon finds herself embroiled in a quest for a long-lost relic, navigating a world of deception, danger, and hidden history.
Explore Europe’s Hidden Corners
The game’s vibrant hand-painted backgrounds bring to life real-world locations across Europe, from the cobblestone streets of Vilnius to the picturesque landscapes of rural Lithuania. Crowns and Pawns highlights the rich and often overlooked history of Europe, weaving a narrative that blends historical facts with myths and legends.
Crowns and Pawns embraces the classic point-and-click adventure formula, challenging players to solve puzzles, collect items, and interact with a colourful cast of characters.
The game features innovative twists on traditional mechanics, such as changing Milda’s appearance to solve puzzles and making dialogue choices that impact the story’s progression.
Key Features
Intriguing Narrative: Unravel a mystery that spans centuries and explores the hidden history of Europe.
Puzzle-Solving Gameplay: Solve classic point-and-click puzzles with a modern twist.
Hand-Painted Visuals: Explore beautiful environments brought to life with vibrant hand-painted art.
Meaningful Choices: Make decisions that influence the story and its outcome.
Character Customisation: Change Milda’s appearance to solve puzzles or express your style.
Fully Voiced Dialogue: Enjoy a fully voiced experience with a talented cast.
Original Soundtrack: Immerse yourself in a captivating soundtrack composed by Daniel Pharos.
Embark on a European Journey
If you’re ready to explore the hidden corners of Europe, unravel a mystery, and experience a modern take on classic point-and-click gameplay, Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit is available now on Xbox (here’s your Xbox Store link!) and PlayStation consoles.
It’s priced at £16.99.
Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit Description
Legends of the past come back to life in this charming European mystery adventure. Crowns and Pawns is a modern-day point and click adventure. The game highlights the less explored history of Europe to the world of adventurers. Experience the legendary stories of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, bring to light the villainous branch of the KGB, solve puzzles and follow hints to reveal the secrets of the King who was never crowned.
