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The Vikings tag refers to a theme in video games that revolves around Norse mythology, Viking culture, history, or characters. Games with the Vikings tag often draw inspiration from the Viking Age, which spanned roughly from the 8th to the 11th century AD and was characterized by Scandinavian seafaring, exploration, trade, colonization, and warfare.

In games with a Vikings theme, players typically take on the role of Viking warriors, leaders or explorers and engage in various activities such as:

• Combat - Players may engage in epic battles against enemies using a variety of weapons such as axes, swords, and shields. These games often highlight Viking martial prowess and tactical warfare strategies.
• Exploration - Some game titles allow players to embark on voyages across vast oceans or explore unknown lands similar to how Vikings were known for their seafaring adventures. This can involve discovering new islands, encountering mythical creatures or engaging in trading expeditions.
• Raiding and Pillaging - As historically associated with Vikings' culture of raiding unsuspecting coastal villages and settlements for wealth; some games incorporate this aspect allowing players to participate in raids against enemy territories or manage Viking settlements where resource gathering is required.

The use of Norse mythology is another common element found within "Vikings" themed games. This includes featuring gods, mythical creatures like dragons, giants (Jotnar), dwarves (Dvergar), Valkyries among others; all drawn from traditional Nordic folklore.

Mentioned below are some popular examples:

• Valheim - An open-world survival game that has gained immense popularity recently. Players assume the role of Vikings exploring a procedurally generated world, battling mythical creatures, crafting weapons, and building settlements in order to survive.
• The Banner Saga - A series of tactical role-playing games that combines Viking mythology and a beautiful hand-drawn art style. Players lead a caravan of characters through a narrative-driven journey filled with tough choices and strategic battles.
• Assassin's Creed Valhalla - An action-adventure game from the Assassin's Creed franchise where players take on the role of Eivor, a Viking raider who leads their clan from Norway to England during the 9th century AD.

Vikings-themed games often appeal to players who are fans of history, mythology or simply enjoy immersive experiences in Norse-inspired settings. These games allow players to step into the shoes of fierce Viking warriors and partake in epic adventures set within this rich cultural context.

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