Pawn of the Dead

February 19, 2021
Puzzle Strategy Indie Card & Board Game
Linux PC Mac Switch
About

A 3D game based on chess, in the style of Battle Chess. What makes it a unique game is its mechanic: When a Black (undead) piece captures a White piece, that White piece turns into a Black one!
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Release Date February 19, 2021
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer
Pawn of the Dead

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