Düren, Germany — February 13, 2025 — Prepare to unravel a centuries-old mystery in Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, a 2.5D point-and-click adventure coming from Tag of Joy and Headup and for the Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Sony’s PS4/PS5 on February 27, 2025.
When Milda, a young woman from Chicago, unexpectedly inherits a house in Lithuania, she embarks on a journey to Europe — only to be met with threats from a mysterious stranger demanding she renounce her claim. Refusing to back down, she delves into her family’s past, uncovering cryptic documents and clues dating back to the 15th century. What begins as a simple inheritance soon spirals into a thrilling quest for a long-lost relic, pulling Milda into a world of deception, danger, and hidden history.
Set against the backdrop of modern Europe, Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit blends rich storytelling, vibrant hand-painted background visuals, and classic puzzle-solving gameplay, offering an unforgettable adventure.
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About Tag of Joy
Tag of Joy is an award-winning indie game development studio striving to develop exceptional games. Established in 2012, Tag of Joy constantly seeks new ways to innovate gameplay, visuals, or tech. Currently, Tag of Joy is working on (re)introducing the adventure genre with games that have a modern take on the familiar, their latest work being the award-winning point-and-click adventure Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit. More information can be found at www.tagofjoy.it.
About Headup GmbH
Founded in 2009, Headup Games is a video game publisher driven by a love for the industry and a commitment to supporting independent developers. With a focus on giving smaller studios a platform to shine, Headup collaborates with creators who share a deep passion for gaming. Recognized with industry awards, the company is dedicated to staying true to the artist's vision, helping it reach a broader audience. Approachable and empathetic, Headup Games prioritizes the needs of its partners.
With a platform-agnostic approach, quality is the guiding principle across all systems and genres. Reaching over 90 million players worldwide, Headup remains rooted in Western gaming culture while connecting with a global audience. For more information, please visit www.headupgames.com.
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