The Vikings

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The Vikings is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

«The Vikings" - a new exciting timekiller in physics ragdoll 2d.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,772 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization30 negative mentions

The game is very fun and addictive, making it a great time killer.
Minimal ads enhance the gameplay experience, allowing for uninterrupted play.
The game features a variety of challenges and upgrades, keeping players engaged.

The controls can be frustrating and unresponsive, leading to inconsistent gameplay.
There are issues with hit detection, where axes sometimes do not register hits correctly.
The game can become repetitive and lacks variety in weapons and gameplay modes.

monetization
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the minimal ads and the option to pay for an ad-free experience. However, several users expressed frustration over the frequency of ads, particularly inappropriate ones, and the slow progression tied to watching ads for rewards. Overall, while some players enjoy the balance of optional ads for bonuses, others feel overwhelmed by the ad presence, impacting their overall enjoyment.
- “No ads is only 0.99¢, earn coins to unlock axes, helmets & shields.”
- “No ads, no forcing to spend money; hands down the most fun a mobile game has ever given me!”
- “This game is fun and best of all, no ads.”
- “You're taking the pi## after paying to have the ads removed, I thought great ~ only to quickly realize that to earn free coins, I now have to wait 60 seconds sometimes (they've sneakily added an extra 30 seconds to some of the ads) or in other words...they've found another way of annoying me!!”
- “Seriously this game spams ads, the only way to make any amount of coins to buy better equipment is to watch an ad, then you buy upgrades and they're no benefit.”
- “Good game but too many ads make playing the game super annoying.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
31%
16%
The graphics in the game are generally described as simple, typical of stickman games, with mixed reviews on their quality. While some players appreciate the minimalist style and find it enjoyable, others criticize the graphics as poor and in need of improvement. Overall, the graphics contribute to the game's charm for some, but many users express a desire for enhancements.
- “The best music, the best graphics and above all, infinite fun in the gameplay!”
- “This game is very awesome because I love the style and graphics.”
- “This is an addictive game with very cool graphics and a very good game.”
- “Very bad graphics.”
- “It's bad in graphics.”
- “Very difficult to control as well as poor graphics compared to other games.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The gameplay is generally described as easy to understand and addictive, with many praising its fun mechanics and engaging action. However, some users have criticized the game for having glitchy mechanics, a lack of tutorials, and excessive ads, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the physics and challenge level are appreciated by several players, indicating a mixed reception overall.
- “Gameplay is easy to understand and immediately addictive.”
- “The best music, the best graphics, and above all, infinite fun in the gameplay!”
- “The physics are good, and the gameplay was simple and challenging!”
- “Horrible mechanics, no tutorial.”
- “Disappointing scaling and disappointing mechanics.”
- “Full of ads, and slow-reacting gameplay.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably poor, with users reporting frequent glitches, lag, and unresponsive controls, particularly with the axe mechanics. Many players experience random deaths and issues with enemy interactions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite its entertaining aspects, the persistent bugs and instability have led to frustration among users.
- “For some reason, Google Games keeps showing up and then it freezes my game.”
- “The new update made the game too buggy and there are many lags in it.”
- “However, it's very buggy as axes simply bounce off enemy heads many times, and one time there was a swordsman charging at me who didn't die even though I hit him with 3 axes.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the game's humor, describing it as exciting, addictive, and genuinely funny. Many find the comedic elements to be a highlight, contributing to their overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
- “I love this game, it is getting so addictive and more hilarious ❤”
- “It's very exciting and funny.”
- “Head, chest, nads... that would be frickin hilarious lol!”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many users noting its entertainment value and progressive nature. However, some players express frustration over the inability to listen to their own music or watch videos while playing. Overall, the in-game music is considered a standout feature that contributes to the game's fun atmosphere.
- “The best music, the best graphics, and above all, infinite fun in the gameplay!”
- “Cool in-game music!”
- “My only complaint is that I can't listen to music or watch videos while playing this game.”
- “Very entertaining, the progressive music keeps you playing.”
- “How can I find this music?”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Users express a desire for a dedicated story mode to better understand the motivations behind the Viking character's actions, indicating that the current gameplay lacks narrative depth. While the game is enjoyable, the slow progression in acquiring upgrades, like a level 2 shield, detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's a great game, but it takes so long to earn enough money for a level 2 shield, something you should be able to get right off the bat after 3 missions.”
- “Honestly, I think that the gameplay should have a story mode so that we can understand why this Viking is defending himself.”
- “It's a great game, but it takes so long to earn enough money for a level 2 shield, something you should be able to acquire right after 3 missions.”
- “False coin story.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to have high replayability, noting that it remains enjoyable and engaging even after multiple playthroughs.
- “Fun, great replay value.”
- “The game offers endless possibilities, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players have noted that the grinding process in the game is perceived as very slow, which has been a common point of criticism.
- “My only complaint is that the grinding is very slow.”
- “The grinding feels tedious and takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find the grinding to be excessively repetitive and time-consuming.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that performance can be inconsistent or lacking in certain areas.
- “Performance is lacking in several areas.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced significant lag and stuttering during gameplay.”