Vikingatid

A game by Kim Bergström, Fabian Fridholm, Johan Palén

2 - 6 Players 300 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Dice Rolling

Medieval, Wargame

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Description

Vikingatid is a game that drops you into the midst of the Viking era, where you'll embark on a journey of trading, plundering, and conquering as a Danish, Norwegian, or Swedish Viking. With two to six players, the game is perfect for a group of friends or family looking for a fun and immersive experience. As you navigate the known world, you'll move your fleets around, discovering new land areas and competing for dominance. The game's unique blend of area majority, area movement, and dice rolling mechanics ensures that each playthrough is exciting and unpredictable. As the game unfolds, you'll be working towards the ultimate goal of accumulating the most points before all players are Christianized, marking the end of the Viking era. With a playtime of 300 minutes, Vikingatid is a game that requires strategy and dedication, but the payoff is well worth it. Despite being published in 1997, the game remains engaging and challenging, thanks to its well-designed mechanics and historical theme. The rules may be of normal complexity, but the gameplay is anything but ordinary, making Vikingatid a must-play for fans of medieval-themed games and wargames.