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Commodore 64 · Adventure
The Pawn
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Magnetic Scrolls |
| Publisher | Telecomsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
The Pawn is an adventure game released for the Commodore 64, developed by Magnetic Scrolls and published by Telecomsoft.
Magnetic Scrolls also made Corruption, The Guild of Thieves and Jinxter for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Pawn is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
The Pawn walkthroughs & guides
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
The Pawn FAQ
Who made The Pawn?
It was developed by Magnetic Scrolls and published by Telecomsoft.
Is The Pawn multiplayer?
No. The Pawn is a single-player game.
How long does The Pawn take to play?
As an adventure game, The Pawn typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Pawn on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.