Who Wears The Crown? is a unique and engaging strategy game created by the indie developer devthedoug for PC. In this adventure-meets-strategy title, players get to test their ability to climb one platform after another using chess pieces and the rules that come with them. 

With its puzzle platformer mechanics and classic chess-based elements, Who Wears The Crown? delivers action-packed gameplay, allowing users to navigate a series of intricately designed levels that each present fresh challenges. This Souls-like, side-scrolling game features 2D graphics set in a medieval, fantasy-pixelated world. 

Climb to the top 

In Who Wears The Crown? players must guide a pawn to reach the highest platform. To do that, however, you must play chess games to build platforms, which are the structures to use to climb. Like chess, the pieces have specific rules, limiting their moves and requiring you to make strategic decisions, adding a layer of challenge to the game. 

You must be wary, though. Moving the pawn and launching it to the right platform is not easy. One wrong move can send it falling to the bottom of the boards. In addition, the chess engine, the enemy, would do its best to check your king in every chess game. So, ensure the king is safe while guiding the pawn to the top. 

Adventure mode consists of three difficulty levels: casual, normal, and immortal. It lets other players, whether they are a newbie or a massive fan, enjoy the game. Stacks is another mode but a much simpler and shorter playthrough, in which seven boards are stacked upon one another. Since the core gameplay involves chess elements, it is necessary to know chess rules, although guides are available. 

Unique mix of platforming and chess games 

Who Wears The Crown? is a captivating blend of strategy, adventure, and puzzle platforming. With its unique twist on chess mechanics, players must carefully plan their moves to navigate complex levels, all while protecting the king and managing risk. The game's challenging difficulty levels ensure there's something for everyone, from casual players to seasoned pros. Whether you're climbing platforms or mastering chess-based puzzles, it offers a rewarding experience.