Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey

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Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey is a single player action game. It was developed by Matryoshka and was released on April 20, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Thor and the Vikings are on a mission to save Midgard from Fenrir. To achieve their aim, they take a daring journey to Ancient Greece in search of a remedy. However, they soon realize that the task ahead of them will be harder than they imagined.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a relaxing gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for casual players.
It offers a variety of puzzles and quests that keep the gameplay engaging and provide opportunities for exploration.
Players appreciate the ability to replay levels to improve their scores and collect missed items.

The game is heavily criticized for its microtransaction model, which many players feel is predatory and misleading.
There are concerns about the game's unfinished state, with players feeling that they are being sold a promise of future content rather than a complete game.
The presence of fake positive reviews has raised doubts about the game's credibility and overall reception.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their modern, polished cartoon style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the beautiful animations and vibrant visuals, noting that they contribute to the game's immersive and engaging atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, complementing the strategic and time management elements effectively.
- “Very beautiful game with excellent graphics.”
- “Overall, this game is an impressive blend of immersive gameplay, beautiful graphics, and exciting puzzles that will keep players entertained for hours.”
- “A strategy about Greece and the Vikings who are trying to save Midgard from an evil wolf; the game has 70 different levels with different puzzles, and I also liked the graphics.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of mobile game art, lacking the depth and detail expected from a modern title.”
- “While the game features a strategy about Greece and the Vikings, the graphics do not stand out and feel underwhelming.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by a meditative pace, allowing players to enjoy a relaxing experience without pressure to advance. It features simple and intuitive mechanics, beautiful graphics, and engaging puzzles, making it appealing to a wide audience, including younger players. Overall, the combination of immersive gameplay and pleasant aesthetics contributes to a captivating gaming experience.
- “Overall, this game is an impressive blend of immersive gameplay, beautiful graphics, and exciting puzzles that will keep players entertained for hours.”
- “My nephew liked this game for its simple and intuitive gameplay, pleasant background music, and interesting performance of game locations.”
- “Cool time management game with nice graphics and interesting mechanics - I like it.”
- “In general, the gameplay is always meditative, and no one rushes you to advance.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game features an engaging storyline complemented by puzzles and quests that enhance exploration and uncovering secrets. Players familiar with similar titles may find it particularly enjoyable, as it combines easy controls and vibrant gameplay with a structured narrative progression. Overall, the story is a central element that enriches the gaming experience.
- “Easy control, colorful gameplay, and an interesting storyline.”
- “The bonus puzzles and various quests are an excellent addition to the game, providing players with a chance to explore new locations and uncover secrets.”
- “A game with a story and puzzles; I think those who have previously played games of a similar series will like it.”
- “Not a big viking farm where you need to run around to collect resources, repair buildings, and go through the storyline by gaining stars.”
- “The game has a storyline.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for relying on deceptive practices, including fake reviews from newly created accounts that promote the game alongside other low-quality titles. This raises concerns about the integrity of the game's marketing and its value to players.
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam. All have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with too many paywalls and overpriced items that ruin the gameplay experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great being held back by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player enjoyment.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its simple and intuitive gameplay, complemented by pleasant background music and well-executed game locations, indicating a strong level of optimization that enhances the overall user experience.
- “The game's optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly focused on optimizing performance for all players.”
- “The optimization makes a significant difference, ensuring that the graphics and mechanics work seamlessly together.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it to be a hilarious and enjoyable way to spend their time.
- “It's a hilarious and fun way to pass the time.”
- “The humor is spot-on and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and clever puns that make every moment enjoyable.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for being pleasant and enhancing the overall experience, contributing positively to the intuitive gameplay and engaging game locations.
- “My nephew liked this game for its simple and intuitive gameplay, pleasant background music, and interesting performance of game locations.”

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Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey is a action game.

Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey was released on April 20, 2023.

Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey was developed by Matryoshka.

Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey is a single player game.

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