Pawn is an interactive fiction with graphics where you must escape from the land of Kerovnia, plagued by strange occurrences. The Roobikyoub dwarves' banishment has left the kingdom without its high-quality whisky, and King Erik's decision is unpopular among some groups.
The game features a novella with map and decipherable hints, accessed by typing 'hint' followed by the code into the computer. This means those with pirated copies may struggle to complete it.
Gameplay involves exploration and puzzle-solving as you navigate through Kerovnia. You'll receive sub-quests from characters like Honest John the trader and Kronos the Magician, which will aid in your journey. Your score and location count are displayed in the title bar, with features like word deletion and re-editing allowed.