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Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game

By Dawid Wrzesinski · iPhone & iPad

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Master the Viking strategy game with 14 interactive lessons! Hnefatafl ("nef-ah-tah-fel") is the ancient Norse board game Vikings played for over 1000 years — before chess even existed. Learn asymmetric tactics where the King must escape while enemies surround him. No internet required. LEARN TO PLAY LIKE A VIKING 14 step-by-step interactive tutori

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Master the Viking strategy game with 14 interactive lessons! Hnefatafl ("nef-ah-tah-fel") is the ancient Norse board game Vikings played for over 1000 years — before chess even existed. Learn asymmetric tactics where the King must escape while enemies surround him. No internet required.

LEARN TO PLAY LIKE A VIKING
14 step-by-step interactive tutorials — from basic rules to advanced tactics
Practice mode with move hints and undo
Clear visual guides showing legal moves and threats

PLAY YOUR WAY
3 AI difficulty levels — perfect for beginners and masters alike
Pass & Play mode for two players on one device
Works completely offline — play anywhere, anytime

9 AUTHENTIC HISTORICAL VARIANTS
Challenge yourself with boards from 7x7 to 19x19:
Brandubh (7x7) — quick 5-minute games
Tablut (9x9) — the classic Viking format
Hnefatafl (11x11) — standard tournament size
Alea Evangelii (19x19) — epic strategic battles
Plus 5 more authentic rule sets from Norse history

WHY PLAYERS LOVE HNEFATAFL
Asymmetric gameplay — defenders protect the King, attackers surround him
Deep strategy in simple rules — easy to learn, lifetime to master
No luck involved — pure tactical skill decides every game
Historical authenticity — play the same game as real Vikings
Small download, no bloat — under 25 MB

PERFECT FOR
Chess and Go enthusiasts seeking fresh challenges
Board game collectors and history buffs
Strategy gamers who love asymmetric mechanics
Anyone curious about Viking culture and games
Players wanting a premium offline experience

Download now and discover why Vikings played this game for centuries!

Privacy Policy: https://dawikk-apps.vercel.app/Hnefatafl/privacyPolicy.html
Terms of Use: https://dawikk-apps.vercel.app/Hnefatafl/termsOfUse.html

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Developer
Dawid Wrzesinski
Release date
Oct 16, 2025
Latest version
1.9
Requires
iOS 16.4 or later
Price snapshot
Free KRW
Source checked
Oct 23, 2026

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Is Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game available on iPhone?

Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game is listed on the KR App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.

Is Hnefatafl - Viking Chess Game free?

The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Oct 23, 2026.

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