Expeditions: Viking
Apr 27, 2017 9 years ago
Expeditions: Viking is a Historically-themed RPG set in the Viking Age. As the new leader of a humble clan of farmers and fighters players must adventure into the unknown lands to the west to raid and/or trade their way to wealth, fame and glory. Will you rewrite history as a peaceful and benevolent trader? Or pave your road to Valhalla with the treasures and bones of your fallen enemies? Experience choice and consequence as never before in the much awaited addition to the Expeditions Series, Expeditions: Viking.
What it’s like
Expeditions: Viking offers a dense, hybrid experience merging tactical turn-based combat with deep survival management and political intrigue. You lead a clan through the Viking Age, balancing resource gathering, crafting, and base building against strategic expedition planning. The narrative emphasizes player agency, allowing you to shape your clan's destiny through moral choices that influence faction relations and multiple endings. Combat is methodical and grid-based, rewarding positioning and status effects over reflexes. Social interactions are robust, featuring banter and relationship dynamics that impact gameplay outcomes. While the sheer volume of systems provides immense depth for strategy RPG enthusiasts, the lack of hand-holding and a steep learning curve can feel overwhelming. The tone is gritty and historical, grounded in the harsh realities of Norse life rather than mythic fantasy. It is a complex, ambitious title that prioritizes systemic interaction and consequence-driven storytelling over streamlined accessibility.
Strong in Systems Depth / Build VarietyAtmosphere / MoodCharactersCombatDifficulty / ChallengeGameplay / MechanicsSimulation / ManagementSocial / RelationshipsStory / Narrative
Keep in mind The game suffers from significant polish issues, including bugs and performance inconsistencies that can disrupt immersion. · It has a notoriously steep learning curve with minimal tutorials, making it unsuitable for players seeking a casual or guided experience.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 27, 20179 years ago |
