ComingSoon's Volgarr the Viking II review takes a look at the brutal indie action game that is just as satisfying as the original.
It took a decade, but Volgarr the Viking II has finally arrived. The good news is that it is just as brutal as the original indie action game hit. A sequel to the 2013 Viking game, it retains all the hallmarks of the series while simultaneously moving it forward. In fact, it very much plays like my idealized memories of the original, as I was surprised by the graphical and gameplay upgrades after I went back to the first game.
If you never played Volgarr the Viking, the gameplay is rather simple. You use a shield and sword to slice foes while methodically moving forward through trap-filled levels. It’s not unlike classic action games like Ghosts ‘n Goblins and ActRaiser. There are a few advanced maneuvers, such as being able to throw spears , but it’s really a game about mastering the basics and staying disciplined in your playthrough.
That’s because Volgarr the Viking II is absolutely brutal. Death comes extremely quickly. You’re often dealing with multiple enemies at once and movement is rigid, which means you’ve got to be planning ahead if you are to be successful. However, this is an entirely fair game. If you die, it’s because you made a mistake in your approach and execution. It winds up being super fulfilling to finally finish a level as you’ve put blood, sweat, and tears into the process.
If you played the original, then you’ll know just how punishing the game can be, and the sequel lives up to this high level of challenge. However, levels are even longer in the sequel, so checkpoints in the form of runestones have been added. These are entirely optional, though, as you can destroy them to gain extra points.
Thankfully, after you defeat a boss, then, you’ll be able to use a practice mode to experiment and hone your skills. There’s a lot of content in Volgarr the Viking II, with six different endings to unlock, so the new practice mode helps a lot. The game also looks fantastic, with gorgeous pixel art and animation that really creates a stellar world for players to bloody up.that will test your skills and patience.
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