Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Point-and-click, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Serious Games Interactive
- Publishers: Serious Games Interactive
Playing History: Vikings (2015) Review
Playing History: Vikings is a strategy game developed by Snowbird Games and published by Paradox Interactive. It was released on PC in 2015. The game is set in the Viking Age, and players take on the role of Erik, a young Viking who must navigate the challenges of his時代to become a true Viking warrior.
The game is divided into three chapters, each of which represents a different stage of Erik’s life. In the first chapter, Erik is a child, and players must help him learn the basics of survival, such as hunting, fishing, and fighting. In the second chapter, Erik is a young man, and players must help him build his own clan and raid villages for resources. In the third chapter, Erik is an adult, and players must help him lead his clan to victory in a final battle against a rival clan.
Playing History: Vikings is a unique and engaging strategy game that offers a fresh perspective on the Viking Age. The game’s focus on historical accuracy and its interactive environment make it a great way to learn about this fascinating period of history.
Gameplay
Playing History: Vikings is a turn-based strategy game. Players control Erik and his clan of Vikings, and must use their resources wisely to survive and prosper. The game’s world is divided into a grid of hexagons, and players can move their units around the map to explore, gather resources, and attack enemies.
Erik and his clan can build a variety of structures, including houses, farms, and workshops. These structures provide Erik with resources, such as food, wood, and iron. Erik can also train new units, such as warriors, archers, and berserkers.
Combat in Playing History: Vikings is simple but effective. Units attack each other by moving into adjacent hexagons and rolling dice. The strength of a unit’s attack depends on its level and equipment. Erik can also use his special abilities to support his units in combat.
Historical Accuracy
Playing History: Vikings is a historically accurate game. The game’s developers worked closely with historians to ensure that the game’s setting, characters, and events are all based on real-world history.
The game’s world is based on the actual geography of Scandinavia during the Viking Age. The game’s characters are based on real historical figures, and the game’s events are based on real historical events.
Playing History: Vikings is a great way to learn about the Viking Age. The game’s historical accuracy makes it a valuable educational tool, and its engaging gameplay makes it a fun and rewarding experience.
Interactive Environment
Playing History: Vikings features an interactive environment that allows players to explore the game’s world and interact with its characters. Players can talk to NPCs, trade goods, and even participate in mini-games.
The game’s interactive environment makes it feel more immersive and engaging. It also allows players to learn more about the Viking Age and its people.
Conclusion
Playing History: Vikings is a unique and engaging strategy game that offers a fresh perspective on the Viking Age. The game’s focus on historical accuracy and its interactive environment make it a great way to learn about this fascinating period of history.
Whether you’re a fan of strategy games, history buffs, or just looking for a new and exciting game to play, Playing History: Vikings is definitely worth checking out.
Score
8.5/10
Review Score
8.5/10
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