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Valley of the Vikings
Marie Fort, Wilfried Fort · HABA · 2019
Bowl a ball into Viking barrels to knock opponents' tokens toward the dock — but going over the edge loses your coins. A dexterity game with real push-your-luck decisions about when to push opponents and when to grab coins safely.
Players
2–4
Time
20 min
Ages
6+
Difficulty
Light
Why you'll like it
- Bowling mechanic is instantly fun
- Genuine decisions about risk and timing
- Beautiful Viking-themed HABA components
- Accessible to very young players
- Quick 20-minute games
How it plays
Valley of the Vikings is a family game about a Viking festival. Players take turns bowling a wooden ball at colored barrels.
The barrels that fall decide which Vikings move along the dock. Each space on the dock gives an action, like collecting or stealing coins. When a Viking falls into the water, the round ends. The player with the most coins at the end wins.
May not be for you if…
- Very simple for anyone over 8
- Dexterity-dependent
- Limited replay variety
- Small component pieces require care
Best for
Young children 6+familiesdexterity fans
Awards
- 2019Kinderspiel des JahresKinderspiel des Jahres
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Where to buy
- AmazonCheck price →
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Common questions
How long does Valley of the Vikings take?
About 20 minutes once everyone knows the rules.
How many people can play Valley of the Vikings?
It plays 2 to 4 players.
What age is Valley of the Vikings for?
The publisher recommends ages 6 and up.
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