Sonderland continues its streak of releasing unique and engaging games. Following the recent Android launch of Bella Wants Blood, they've unveiled another intriguing title: Landnama – Viking Strategy RPG.
The game's title clearly hints at its core gameplay: a strategy RPG centered around Vikings. Players assume the role of a Viking chieftain striving to establish a thriving community in medieval Iceland. Forget typical city-building mechanics; this is a far more challenging and nuanced experience.
Survival is Paramount in Landnama
The central challenge in Landnama – Viking Strategy RPG is enduring the harsh Icelandic winters, relying solely on a single resource: Hearts. These Hearts represent the lifeblood of your Viking clan, crucial for construction, upgrades, and survival.
Blending strategy and puzzle elements, Landnama eschews intense combat. Instead, players focus on cultivating their Viking settlement, exploring the surrounding landscape, strategically building structures, and carefully managing resources to ensure the clan's survival through the unforgiving winters.
The game boasts a satisfyingly brisk pace and visually appealing, calming graphics. Experience Landnama – Viking Strategy RPG firsthand with this trailer:
Conquering the Icy Challenges
The strategic use of Hearts is key to surviving the brutal winters. Players must decide whether to prioritize settlement expansion (which consumes Hearts) or focus on hunting and building up reserves for the harsh seasons.
While fertile land is ideal for building, players must also contend with the unique challenges presented by different terrains. Fans of titles like Northgard and Catan will find much to appreciate in Landnama. Download it now from the Google Play Store.
Don't forget to check out our other article covering the open beta of the top-down action roguelike, Shadow of the Depth, on Android.