#21 - Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit - Tag of Joy - Šarūnas Ledas - Lithuania

Today we look at the point-and-click mystery adventure Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, which mostly takes place in Lithuania. Set against the rich historical backdrop of Lithuania, this narrative-driven game weaves together real locations, historical facts, and compelling mysteries. Discover how the development team collaborated with historians to create an authentic experience, blending actual Lithuanian landmarks with fictional elements to craft an engaging adventure. The episode delves into Tag of Joy's journey from mobile AR games to crafting traditional point-and-click adventures, while highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities of game development in Lithuania's growing indie scene. Learn about their innovative approach to puzzle design, their inspiration from classics like Broken Sword, and how they're putting Eastern European game development on the map. Whether you're interested in game development, cultural representation in games, or point-and-click adventures, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the creation of a modern adventure game that celebrates Lithuania's rich heritage. As always, have fun listening :)  If you want to find more info's about this game and our previous guests, visit us at www.openindie.eu and tell your friends (and your enemies) about us.