Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game

Developer: Dawid Wrzesinski

Category: Games

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Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game Summary

Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game is a iOS app in the Games category, developed by Dawid Wrzesinski. First released 3 months ago(Oct 2025), the app has 1.00 ratings with a 5.00★ (excellent) average rating.

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Store info: Last updated on App Store on Jan 19, 2026 .

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Store ID: 6754068223

First Released: 2025-10-16

Store Last Updated: 2026-01-19

In-App Purchases: No

Ads: No

Website: dawikk-apps.vercel.app

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App Description

Master the Viking strategy game with 14 interactive lessons! Hnefatafl ("nef-ah-tah-fel") is the ancient Norse board game Vikings played for over 1000 years — before chess even existed. Learn asymmetric tactics where the King must escape while enemies surround him. No internet required.

LEARN TO PLAY LIKE A VIKING
14 step-by-step interactive tutorials — from basic rules to advanced tactics
Practice mode with move hints and undo
Clear visual guides showing legal moves and threats

PLAY YOUR WAY
3 AI difficulty levels — perfect for beginners and masters alike
Pass & Play mode for two players on one device
Works completely offline — play anywhere, anytime

9 AUTHENTIC HISTORICAL VARIANTS
Challenge yourself with boards from 7x7 to 19x19:
Brandubh (7x7) — quick 5-minute games
Tablut (9x9) — the classic Viking format
Hnefatafl (11x11) — standard tournament size
Alea Evangelii (19x19) — epic strategic battles
Plus 5 more authentic rule sets from Norse history

WHY PLAYERS LOVE HNEFATAFL
Asymmetric gameplay — defenders protect the King, attackers surround him
Deep strategy in simple rules — easy to learn, lifetime to master
No luck involved — pure tactical skill decides every game
Historical authenticity — play the same game as real Vikings
Small download, no bloat — under 25 MB

PERFECT FOR
Chess and Go enthusiasts seeking fresh challenges
Board game collectors and history buffs
Strategy gamers who love asymmetric mechanics
Anyone curious about Viking culture and games
Players wanting a premium offline experience

Download now and discover why Vikings played this game for centuries!