Viking Trickshot

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Viking Trickshot is a single player and multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by Ethan Close and was released on May 3, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

A throwing physics challenge that's tricky to master, set in a bizarre Viking universe. Play kubb for laughs in ridiculous 2 player (shared device or online), or for gold and to unlock all achievements in 1 player, with more than 100 levels! Based on the real Viking game of kubb, taken to the extreme. Encounter various worlds and play with various characters from Viking mythology.

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Engaging and fun gameplay with a unique Viking-themed trickshot concept, suitable for casual players and puzzle lovers.
Realistic physics and diverse mechanics that make aiming and ricochet shots challenging and satisfying.
Bright, cartoonish graphics and a humorous style complemented by fitting music, enhancing the overall enjoyable atmosphere.

Technical shortcomings on PC, such as lack of resolution or graphics settings, due to the game's mobile origins, resulting in a suboptimal experience for PC gamers.
Limited multiplayer options initially, with local co-op available but early absence of online multiplayer and AI opponents.
Some players find aiming mechanics frustrating due to fast arm swings and would like more features like weapon selection, character voices, and a points/win tracking system.

optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The aspect "optimization" is not addressed in the provided texts, which focus instead on the interactive performances and engaging workshops of the game.
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Viking Trickshot is simple and shallow, offering a basic stick-throwing mechanic reminiscent of old Scandinavian games but less engaging than similar titles like Angry Birds. Despite its limited depth and local two-player focus, it provides enjoyable moments for those seeking to master its mechanics.
- “Even though this is only a local two player game (which sadly 99% of players will be playing on their own), it's still good fun to try and master the game's mechanics and get your technique right.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks options to adjust resolution or customize graphics settings, limiting players' ability to enhance visual quality.
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to improve the graphics.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features plenty of funny moments that enhance the fun, especially when playing with friends. Some users suggest that adding humorous animations, like characters moving or talking when accidentally hit, could further boost its comedic appeal.
- “Surprised how much fun this game was and there are a lot of funny moments when playing with the boys.”
- “It would be funny to see, for example, if they could move and talk when they got hit by accident.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its meticulous attention to detail in decor, lighting, and ambiance, resulting in an immersive and engaging experience.
- “The attention to detail in the decor, lighting, and ambiance is nothing short of impressive, creating an immersive atmosphere that adds to the overall experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Viking Trickshot is perceived negatively, viewed as a lazy cash grab by mobile developers exploiting Steam. Despite being a sincere recreation, the game's shallow gameplay offers little value, making its monetization feel unjustified.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers enjoyable and occasional replayability, particularly enhancing the experience when played with two players.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a strong emotional connection through its wholesome and charming reimagining of the Viking game Kubb in a fun, quirky universe. Players appreciate its heartwarming and lighthearted atmosphere.
- “It's amazing to see the Viking game of Kubb reimagined in this wacky universe, and there's something extremely wholesome about the entire game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is enjoyable and effectively complements the game's environment, enhancing the overall experience.

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Viking Trickshot is a casual sport game.

Viking Trickshot is available on PC, Phone, iPad, iPhone and others.

Viking Trickshot was released on May 3, 2019.

Viking Trickshot was developed by Ethan Close.

Viking Trickshot has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Viking Trickshot for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Viking Trickshot is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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