Volgarr the Viking is back to punish recklessness once again but this time on PS4/Vita

Do you sometimes complain that video games are too easy these days? If so, you clearly haven’t played Volgarr the Viking – A game that shamelessly punishes recklessness at every turn whilst at the same time bringing home that nostalgic feeling of old school arcade gaming.

Previously available on Xbox One and Steam, Volgarr the Viking has landed on the PlayStation 4 and PS Vita in the US for $9.99 USD and will be making its appearance in EU next month in December.

Key Featuresvolgarr

  • Classic hardcore arcade action!
  • Seven worlds to explore across 30+ maps
  • 40+ unique traps and enemies, including screen-filling bosses
  • Thousands of frames of handcrafted pixel animation
  • Orchestrated soundtrack
  • Meticulous control design with full customization
  • Multiple paths through the game and multiple endings
  • Awesome retro-style game manual!

Many have tried and many have reach the end of this grueling gauntlet and failed, have you got what it takes? Well if you do be sure to come back here and let us know as I am still yet to make it through to the end. I have made many attempts and in the hopes of saving my own sanity, have decided to face that battle another day.

You can check out the launch trailer below:

2D Game of the Year 2013 – 8 Bit Horse

Indie Game of the Year 2013 – Indie Luchador

…astounding 2D visuals and art [..] tight controls… 4/5  – HardcoreGamer

Nominated Best Platformer of 2013 – Destructoid