The Ancient Viking Game – Claim Your Place in Valhalla!
Hnefatafl is a historic Scandinavian board game whose versions were popular throughout medieval Europe long before chess emerged. In these Tafl games, two uneven armies clash. The invading black forces aim to capture the white king, while the defending white troops strive to protect their monarch and secure his escape.
Often known as the Viking Game, Hnefatafl brings tales to life—such as the Swedish resistance against Muscovite invaders or Viking raids across Britain. Yet regardless of the legend, one element remains unchanged: the relentless pursuit of the king.
Though the rules are simple, the gameplay offers deep tactical variety. Plan several moves ahead, encircle enemy pieces, set clever traps, and push opponents to surrender. Will you seize the king for wealth and fame? Or will the loyal defenders withstand the assault and ensure their king’s freedom?
Custom variants are available for both online and offline matches—with over 200,000 possible configurations!
Enjoy cross-platform compatibility with iOS, Windows, and Linux. Use one account to access all matches across your devices. Asynchronous multiplayer lets you resume games at your convenience.
Valhalla awaits!
This game features the following variants:
- Hnefatafl
- Hnefatafl - Copenhagen
- Hnefatafl - Historical
- Hnefatafl - Berserk
- Hnefatafl - Fetlar
- Sea Battle 11x11
- Sea Battle 13x13
- Tablut
- Tablut - Historical ("Saami")
- Linnaeus' Tablut
- Foteviken Tablut
- Ard Ri
- Brandubh
- Magpie
- Tawlbwrdd
- Tyr 13x13
- Tyr 15x15
- Tyr 19x19
- Coppergate 15x15
- Alea Evengelii
- Custom variants for offline and online play
Feature Overview:
- Two-player offline matches on a single device
- Offline play against multiple AI opponents
- Offline AI vs. AI mode
- Online multiplayer via Fellhuhn Gaming Service
- In-game chat during online games
- Achievements through Fellhuhn Gaming Service
- Built-in tutorial and rules
- Share matches with other players
- Annotate and review online matches
- Export matches to OpenTafl
- Match browser to find suitable games
- Match history to track your tactics
- Link your account with the Steam version to continue matches on any device
- ELO rankings for rated matches
This app includes ads that can be permanently removed through a one-time in‑app purchase.
Permissions:
- Internet access is required for ads and online play
- In-app billing is needed for optional ad removal
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Includes artwork by Thomas Jacquin (http://www.thomasjacquin.com), part of the Tafl-Sets of Legend Board Games.
What's New in the Latest Version 3.91
Added the option to always display remaining time in online matches with a timeout—previously only available for quick matches.
Updated translations.
When searching for online opponents, the ignore button now functions properly.
The "Next Match" button now follows the selected order for online matches.
