Best Vikings Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 108 Vikings games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Vikings game rankings were last updated on 11/3/2024.
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1. Bad North: Jotunn Edition
Bad North is a charming but brutal real-time tactics roguelite. Defend your idyllic island kingdom against a horde of Viking invaders, as you lead the desperate exodus of your people. Command your loyal subjects to take full tactical advantage of the unique shape of each island.
Bad North: Jotunn Edition holds the #1 spot for "best Vikings Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 90. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,037 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,273 positive reviews and 764 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2018 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Raw Fury |
| Steam App Id | 688420 |
2. The Banner Saga
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
The Banner Saga has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,303 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,615 positive reviews and 1,688 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 1/14/2014 |
| Developer | Stoic |
| Publisher | Stoic Studio |
| Steam App Id | 237990 |
3. The Banner Saga 2
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
The Banner Saga 2 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,512 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,154 positive reviews and 358 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 4/19/2016 |
| Developer | Stoic |
| Publisher | Stoic Studio |
| Steam App Id | 281640 |
4. Hnefatafl
The ancient boardgame of the Vikings. Thousands of variants, offline and online cross-platform play with leaderboards and tournaments. Are you ready for the challenge? Prepared to earn your way to Valhalla?
Hnefatafl has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 4/30/2020 |
| Developer | Philippe Schober |
| Publisher | Philippe Schober |
| Steam App Id | 1249510 |
5. Roots of Yggdrasil
Build settlements, explore the Nine Realms, collect artifacts and upgrade your deck to reach the top of Yggdrasil in this post-Ragnarok roguelike city-builder! Can you survive the end of the world?
Roots of Yggdrasil has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 260 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/6/2024 |
| Developer | ManaVoid Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2071430 |
6. Apsulov: End of Gods
In this future viking horror you awake in a sanctuary of steel and concrete, built to research and exploit the worlds of Yggdrasil, and to house an artifact, buried in the earth aeons ago.First person with a futuristic Norse mythology story. Horror adventure in the realms of Yggdrasil.
Apsulov: End of Gods has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,562 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,366 positive reviews and 196 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/8/2019 |
| Developer | Angry Demon Studio |
| Publisher | Angry Demon Studio |
| Steam App Id | 960980 |
7. Tiny Thor
Jump into this challenging retro platformer! Play as Thor, use his mighty hammer and unique items to explore the Northern Realms. Beware of mythical creatures blocking your path to become a god!
Tiny Thor has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 196 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 171 positive reviews and 25 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 6/5/2023 |
| Franchise | IndieForge |
| Developer | Asylum Square |
| Publisher | Gameforge 4D GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 541310 |
8. Drakkar Crew
Hey rookie, climb aboard! We're heading for adventure across the North Sea on our reliable Viking ship! Choose from one of the charismatic characters, hire some warriors and engage in bloody battles!
Drakkar Crew has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 6/28/2024 |
| Developer | SiBear Games |
| Publisher | SiBear Games |
| Steam App Id | 879050 |
9. Tribes of Midgard
A vibrant blend of survival and action RPG for 1-10 players! Craft legendary items, grow your home base and embark on an epic journey through procedural realms to face towering creatures hel-bent on unleashing Ragnarök. Valhalla can wait, Einherjar!
Tribes of Midgard has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,662 positive reviews and 5,090 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 7/27/2021 |
| Developer | Norsfell |
| Publisher | Gearbox Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 858820 |
10. Swords and Soldiers HD
Rewrite history as you take control of the brutal Vikings, the devious Aztecs or the crafty Chinese in their global quest to win the favour of the Gods! Swords & Soldiers is a side-scrolling strategy game that lets you control an entire army and lets you wield devastating magical abilities.
Swords and Soldiers HD has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Vikings Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 774 positive reviews and 223 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.69 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $2.69 |
| Release Date | 12/2/2010 |
| Developer | Ronimo Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 63500 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 53 | 11/16/2018 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17 | 1/14/2014 | 87 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 4/19/2016 | 86 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 4/30/2020 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 9/6/2024 | 84 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/8/2019 | 83 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/5/2023 | 80 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/28/2024 | 79 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 112 | 7/27/2021 | 75 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/2/2010 | 74 | $2.69 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). The Banner Saga on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). The Banner Saga 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 1). Hnefatafl on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 30). Roots of Yggdrasil on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 28). Apsulov: End of Gods on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 5). Tiny Thor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 6). Drakkar Crew on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 29). Tribes of Midgard on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 26). Swords and Soldiers HD on Steam. Steam Store.