Underplayed Gems

Trial by Viking (2016)

Trial by Viking cover
Developer
Last Life Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A frantic, trap-filled treasure hunt with fast platforming and visceral axe combat.

actionadventureplatformingtreasure huntingtrap-filledfast-pacedchallengingexploration

What players say

Players respect the sheer content, over 130 levels, but warn the difficulty ramps hard and a late-game gravity-hole mechanic frustrates many. The story has branching endings based on choices, and the flexible upgrade-respec system is praised. A few criticize labeling it as a metroidvania, arguing it is a puzzle platformer instead.

Screenshots

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