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Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.
Volgarr the Viking is a platformer, difficult and action game
developed and published by Crazy Viking Studios.
Released on September 13th 2013 is available in English on Windows, MacOS and Linux.
It has received 2,417 reviews of which 1,967 were positive and 450 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Gamivo.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows XP, Vista, or 7
- Processor: 2.0GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256MB
- DirectX: Version 7.1
- Storage: 200 MB available space
MacOS
- OS: 10.6 or higher
- Processor: Intel 2.0GHz Dual-Core
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256MB OpenGL 1.3-compatible
- Storage: 200 MB available space
Linux
- OS: Ubuntu with 32-bit Steam Runtime support
- Processor: 2.0GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256MB OpenGL 1.3-compatible
- Storage: 200 MB available space
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Difficult and unforgiving at first, but if you keep at it, it becomes an extremely fun, challenging, and rewarding game. You'll come to appreciate how far you come, from barely being able to scrape through a single level unscathed, to completing the game on the hardest difficult mode and achieving all endings.
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Volgarr the Viking, developed and published by Crazy Viking Studios, is a modern resurrection of an old-school ideal—a game that worships the punishing precision of the 1980s arcade era while refining it with contemporary craftsmanship. It is a game built on principles of discipline, patience, and deliberate control. From its opening moments, when Odin resurrects the fallen warrior Volgarr and sends him into battle against legions of monsters, it becomes clear that this is not a platformer designed to be beaten easily or casually. Every movement is purposeful, every jump has weight, and every mistake carries a cost. It demands not only skill but humility, asking players to learn its rhythms and internalize its logic through repeated failure. It is a modern game that feels ancient in its soul, a brutal but fair test of perseverance. The story is minimal, presented through brief visual cues and grand gestures rather than dialogue or exposition. Volgarr’s world is one of ruins, fire, and mythic cruelty—a landscape that feels alive with traps and danger. Yet this simplicity is intentional. The game does not seek to immerse through narrative but through mastery. Its storytelling lies in the player’s progression, in the act of overcoming what once seemed impossible. Every time Volgarr rises from the grave, the repetition takes on ritualistic meaning: a cycle of death and rebirth that echoes the eternal struggle of mythic heroes. The tone is grim and austere, yet exhilarating. The player’s victories feel earned not because of cinematic flair, but because they come only after enduring countless defeats. The gameplay itself is where Volgarr’s brilliance truly shines. At first glance, it resembles classics like Ghosts ’n Goblins or Rastan—side-scrolling, sword-wielding action games where precision and timing are everything. But Volgarr refines these old formulas with modern sensibility. The controls are tight, weighty, and deliberate; every attack, jump, and block must be carefully considered. You cannot spam inputs or rely on reaction alone. The game’s challenge lies in foresight, learning enemy patterns, and executing cleanly. Movement feels constrained at first, but soon you realize it’s built around intent rather than improvisation. The inability to adjust your jump midair, for example, forces you to commit fully to your decisions. When you succeed, it feels like triumph born from discipline rather than luck. Combat operates on a system of rhythm and risk. Volgarr begins each level armed with a simple sword and shield, both of which can be lost with a single hit. Power-ups grant him improved armor, elemental weapons, and a flaming sword that can devastate foes—but these are fragile blessings. One mistake can strip you of every advantage, sending you back to bare steel and naked vulnerability. This fragility is the game’s heart. It transforms each encounter into a balancing act, where aggression must always be tempered by awareness. The player learns to throw spears to create platforms, block incoming projectiles at precise moments, and weave attacks into movement patterns that leave just enough margin for error. The difficulty is merciless, but the consistency of its rules makes every death feel deserved. Volgarr’s challenge is never cheap—it is honest, methodical, and unrelenting. The level design mirrors this philosophy. Each stage is an intricate obstacle course filled with spikes, collapsing platforms, ambushes, and traps that seem engineered to punish impatience. Enemies often appear in devious positions that force you to plan your approach, combining combat and platforming into a single continuous test of skill. Checkpoints are sparse, ensuring that progress always feels hard-won. Some players will find this discouraging, but for others, it’s the reason to keep going. The sense of accomplishment that comes from finally clearing a section that once seemed insurmountable is enormous. The game is structured like a gauntlet, where every mistake pushes you to refine your execution until your movements become instinctive. It rewards mastery in the purest sense—when you complete a level flawlessly, it’s because you’ve earned it through understanding, not luck. Visually, Volgarr the Viking is a feast of pixel artistry. The environments are richly detailed, from rain-soaked battlegrounds and volcanic caverns to ancient temples teeming with monsters. The animation work is fluid yet grounded, with Volgarr’s every swing and movement carrying a sense of weight and purpose. The art style is both nostalgic and strikingly modern, blending the chunky charm of retro sprites with a cinematic flair in its compositions and lighting. The soundtrack complements this aesthetic perfectly—thunderous drums, heroic brass, and ominous melodies accompany the chaos, amplifying the game’s mythic intensity. Each death and victory feels underscored by sound design that elevates the experience beyond simple retro homage. What makes Volgarr remarkable is its unwavering commitment to its vision. It does not compromise, and it does not care to appeal to everyone. For some players, its difficulty will border on punishing excess, but for those who thrive on challenge, it is deeply rewarding. The game’s design ethos recalls a time when mastery meant memorization, reflex, and determination rather than grinding or forgiving checkpoints. It trusts the player to learn, adapt, and overcome without artificial hand-holding. Its honesty is refreshing—a reminder that games can still demand respect rather than offer instant gratification. Volgarr the Viking stands as one of the finest examples of modern retro design: brutal but fair, nostalgic yet refined, and uncompromising in its pursuit of precision. It is not a game for those seeking comfort or ease—it is a test, an ordeal, a journey into the heart of what makes platforming so enduringly satisfying. Every swing of the sword, every death, every hard-fought victory contributes to an experience that feels timeless in its simplicity and profound in its execution. It is a game that honors the past while proving that the spirit of challenge-driven gameplay still has a place in the modern age. For players who crave pure, skill-based triumphs and the thrill of conquering the impossible, Volgarr the Viking is not just a homage—it is a masterpiece forged in the fires of persistence. Rating: 8/10
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I loved enemy design and combat. Honestly the should skipped lizardmen as they are too fast and unpredictable too work well with the slow combat. But once you start to fight heavier foes the game gets interesting. Enemies work well with each other and can surprise you from time to time with new parameters of attack.
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This game is definitely brutal in its difficulty but it's also incredibly well-designed. I somehow just discovered this over 10 years after its release. I can't put it down! Highly recommended.
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It's hard. You gotta get good and then in my case add a bit of luck, but it is fun the whole way. Controls are tight, combat fair, bosses don't disappoint. I've played it through more than once. Thumbs up for Hyborian esque barbarian hacking and slashing.
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Volgarr the Viking is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.
Volgarr the Viking is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.
Volgarr the Viking received 1,967 positive votes out of a total of 2,417 achieving a rating of 7.84.
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Volgarr the Viking was developed and published by Crazy Viking Studios.
Volgarr the Viking is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Volgarr the Viking is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Volgarr the Viking is playable and fully supported on Linux.
Volgarr the Viking is a single-player game.
Volgarr the Viking does not currently offer any DLC.
Volgarr the Viking does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Volgarr the Viking supports Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Volgarr the Viking is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Crazy Viking Studios
Publisher
Crazy Viking Studios
Release
13 Sep 2013
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