An absolutely brilliant game - so many innovative and interesting mechanics, while still beautifully simple.
Pawnbarian
$9.99
- Release Date:
- Sep 24, 2021
- Developer:
- j4nw
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
Game Tags
About This Game
Pawnbarian is a turn-based puzzle roguelike with bite-sized, but challenging sessions. Play cards to control your hero like a chess piece on a tiny dungeon board, outmaneuver enemies with their assortment of tricky abilities, and become the mightiest warrior of the Chesslands!
Features
- Use a deck of chess pieces to hack and slash through hordes of monsters.
- Pick up the basics instantly if you're familiar with chess, or learn in minutes if you aren't.
- Carefully plan your moves to navigate challenging, emergent tactical situations.
- Spend treasure to upgrade your cards with additional powers.
- Blitz through quick 15-30 minute runs - or die trying.
- Take on the infinite post-run Gauntlet to see how long you can survive.
- Pick from 6 characters to conquer 3 dungeons, all requiring an unique approach.
- Progress through Chains, a series of extra difficulty modifiers.
Not Features
- No permanent upgrades, and not much that needs unlocking. The progress and satisfaction come from your growing mastery of the game's elegant systems!
- No complex and varied builds. The shops provide a few key decisions, but the bulk of the roguelike depth lies in how you approach the emergent combat puzzles!
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
2 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #396511
english
77 hrs at review
User #733788
english
31 hrs at review
Really fun chess-themed game that actually makes you think
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 SP1+
- Processor: SSE2 support
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 200 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
FAQ
How much does Pawnbarian cost?
Pawnbarian costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Pawnbarian?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 SP1+ Processor: SSE2 support DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 200 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
What platforms is Pawnbarian available on?
Pawnbarian is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Pawnbarian worth buying?
Pawnbarian has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.
When was Pawnbarian released?
Pawnbarian was released on Sep 24, 2021.
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