# Pawn of the Dead (Chess Game) — Chess became unfair!

> Undead chess variant with 3D characters, campaign, and random levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Ahmet Kamil Keles.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawn-of-the-dead-chess-game/id811061183 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ahmet Kamil Keles](https://appshunter.io/developer/732008445)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 694 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-08-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawn-of-the-dead-chess-game/id811061183/reviews.md

## What is Pawn of the Dead (Chess Game)?

Pawn of the Dead is a chess variant with a unique mechanic: Black (undead) pieces turn White pieces into themselves! But don't worry, all the levels are designed so that there is always a way to win.

 * 3D characters with animations
 * Random level generator mode with hundreds of pre-generated levels
 * Campaign mode with cinematics and 64 levels (available with King Access in-app-purchase)
 * Classical chess mode
 * Queen vs Zombies game mode: Prevent zombie pawns from reaching to the other side of the board as White Queen
 * Optional 2D mode
 * AI with 3 difficuly modes

STORY

Your mission as Leonard, the White King, is to protect the White Kingdom against the marching army of undead. Elona, the White Queen, is the best warrior in the kingdom, you won’t be able to succeed without her help. During your quest, you will face a sinister reflection from the past that you forgot a long time ago.

## Key features

- Unique undead infection mechanic
- 3D characters with animations
- Random level generator
- Campaign mode with cinematics
- Classical chess mode
- Queen vs Zombies game mode
- AI with 3 difficulty modes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| King Access | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawn-of-the-dead-chess-game/id811061183/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not free

*2021-08-14*

Only a few things are free. You have to pay for the campaign.

## Frequently asked questions about Pawn of the Dead (Chess Game)

### What is Pawn of the Dead?

Pawn of the Dead is a chess variant where black, undead pieces can turn white pieces into themselves. It offers a unique twist on classical chess with 3D characters and various game modes.

### Does Pawn of the Dead have ads?

Yes, Pawn of the Dead contains advertisements. This is typical for free-to-play mobile games that offer in-app purchases.

### How much does Pawn of the Dead cost?

Pawn of the Dead is free to download and play. However, it offers an in-app purchase called 'King Access' for the campaign mode.

### What devices can I play Pawn of the Dead on?

Pawn of the Dead is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### What is the age rating for Pawn of the Dead?

Pawn of the Dead has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for players aged 12 and older.

### How often is Pawn of the Dead updated?

The latest version of Pawn of the Dead is 1.1.5, last updated on November 15, 2023. Updates typically include bug fixes and new content.

### Can I play Pawn of the Dead offline?

The description does not explicitly state offline play capabilities. However, with AI modes and campaign, it is likely playable without an internet connection.

### What game modes are available in Pawn of the Dead?

Pawn of the Dead features a campaign mode, classical chess mode, a Queen vs Zombies mode, and a random level generator mode.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.5 — 2023-11-15

Visual improvements

### 1.1.2 — 2023-09-04

Haptic feedback
Improved UI

### 1.0.2 — 2021-08-16

Game name is updated

### 1.0.1 — 2021-08-12

Game's description is updated

### 1.0 — 2021-08-09

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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