Viking Workout Game Review

Viking Workout Game Background

Viking Workout is an axe toss game. Aim and toss axes at all the targets onscreen. Earn star ratings by beating each level by taking out targets with as few axes as possible.

The game was developed by Maximiliano Demonte of QKY Games Studio.

How to Play Viking Workout

To select, left click with your mouse or tap on the touchscreen with your fingers. Select the arrow button on the bottom center of the welcome screen to begin.

Select and pull back to aim and charge your shot. Release to toss.

Basic Gameplay Advice

Basic Rules

Your goal is to take out all the still and moving targets by tossing axes at them. Use the arc of dots to plot out your aim. Make sure your aim gets past any obstacle that appears between you and the targets.

You can toss as many axes as you can to finish the level, though you receive a star bonus for finishing the level in fewer shots.

Later in the game, you encounter targets that move. Some levels have targets than move in sync whereas others have ones that move in and out of sync.

Levels & Star Ratings

The game has 21 stages, which are unlocked sequentially. You can go back and replay any of the levels you’ve previously beaten. We recommend replaying levels to increase your star rating. Your web browser automatically saves your level progress.

Each stage has a star rating, which is determined by the number of shots it took to take out all the targets. The amount of shots it takes to earn a star rating is shown on the top center of the game screen. Skilled players may beat some levels with a single axe throw (one lower than the recommended number for a 3-star rating). However, you will not receive a rating higher than 3 stars regardless.

If you exceed the numbers shown, you will earn 0 stars for the level. Even if this happens, you will not have “lost” the level. The next level unlocks anyway.

Achievements

The game has 8 achievements, which you can earn throughout gameplay:

• Beat 2 levels.
• Throw 10 axes.
• Earn 12 stars.
• Beat 10 levels.
• Throw 30 axes.
• Earn 36 stars.
• Earn 63 stars.
• Beat 21 levels.

Keep track of these achievements by selecting the trophy button on the welcome screen.

Advanced Playing Tips & Strategy

When replaying a previously beaten level, consider shooting the targets that are hardest to hit first. This way, if you make a mistake, you can quickly restart the level and try again. The exception is if you must hit multiple targets with a single axe. Prioritize those first.

The game is not timed. You can take as much time as you need before shooting. Waiting is especially useful for levels with targets that move. If your targets move in and out of sync, observe their pattern of movement and shoot when the targets line up.

The arc you use to shoot is an important consideration. Try to keep the arc low when shooting straight . Meanwhile, consider shooting high when trying to get shots past obstacles.

Educational Aspects

This game hones a player’s aiming skills.

Player Age Recommendations

This game is suited for players school-aged and above. We recommend it for players who like target shooting games.