Vikings Gone Wild
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- Designer Julien Vergonjeanne
- Publisher Corax Games , Games Factory , Hobby World , Last Level , Lucky Duck Games
- Illustration Mateusz Komada
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What to Expect
You build your own Viking village with buildings like breweries and gold mines while purchasing units and defenses with your deck. Each turn you decide whether to strengthen your infrastructure or increase your offensive power. Attacks involve bluffing since you don’t know your opponent’s defense, creating tense player interactions in a lively Viking world.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets hobby gamers aged 10 and up who enjoy deck, bag, and pool building combined with hand management. Designed for 2 to 4 players and lasting about 90 minutes, it fits groups looking for medium complexity strategic card games. Prior experience with deck-building or tactical card games is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
In Vikings Gone Wild, you develop your deck by acquiring new units, buildings, and special cards (Deck, Bag, and Pool Building). You manage your hand to generate resources or boost offense and defense (Hand Management). The goal is to win by successfully attacking other players, with bluff mechanics adding risk and uncertainty.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Julien Vergonjeanne, Vikings Gone Wild combines deck-building and real-time inspired bluff mechanics to merge resource management with tactical combat. While it hasn’t won awards, its Viking theme and mix of city building and fantasy set it apart. It's part of Kickstarter and Tabletopia communities, highlighting its appeal in crowdfunding and digital platforms.
Pro
- Combination of deck-building and hand management
- Exciting bluff mechanics in attacks
- Viking theme with fantasy elements
- Suitable for 2 to 4 players
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Medium complexity not ideal for beginners
- About 90 minutes playtime requires patience
Setting & atmosphere
Set in a medieval Viking world, you build your village, brew beer, and mine gold. Mythological and humorous touches create a vibrant fantasy atmosphere.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on building a stable infrastructure to support your later attacks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Vikings Gone Wild is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes, plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with deck-building and tactical card games is helpful but not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of deck-building and bluff mechanics during attacks makes Vikings Gone Wild unique.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to medium complexity and duration, it’s better suited for experienced players aged 10 and older.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of deck, bag, and pool building with hand management and bluff elements is distinctive.
Fazit
Vikings Gone Wild is a solid pick for players seeking deck-building with bluff elements in a medieval Viking setting. It may be too complex for casual family players.
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