Image Credit: Bethesda
Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Northgard, a Viking-themed indie RTS manages to make it to the top 10 list for games sold this week alongside For Honor and Sniper 4.

Northgard Tops the Steam Top Sellers Chart for Indie Games

Northgard, a Viking-themed indie RTS manages to make it to the top 10 list for games sold this week alongside For Honor and Sniper 4.
This article is over 7 years old and may contain outdated information

This past week has seen a number of new games hit the market — indie and AAA titles alike. Games like For Honor, Sniper 4, and Ghost Recon: Wildlands are expected to been seen in Steam’s Top Seller list. But one indie title managed to claw its way into the top 10 list and become the top selling indie game this week: Northgard.

Recommended Videos

Northgard, the current project of Shiro Games — the creative minds behind other titles like Evoland & Evoland II — may only be in early access, but it already shows much promise with the available gameplay and great audio/visual elements.

So, what kind of game is Northgard?

My first impression of it felt a lot like a colony simulation game, something like Banished or Age of Empires — except that Northgard isn’t as “busy” as AoE but is busier than Banished. 

You’re playing as a group of Vikings who have settled into a new, mysterious continent and must fight for control of the lands. There are currently 3 playable factions for aggressive/defensive/expansionist playstyles, and it looks like the team plans to expand to at least 5 factions.

There is a good balance of resource gathering, map exploration, settlement management, and battles. In addition to that, there are a number of ways to achieve a victory, which makes winning viable for all playstyles. 

One of the unique aspects I like about the game is that there is limited building availability per map section, so you really need to plan out what it is you’re doing as you expand your colony. Also, assigning your villagers a job is a really fun and engaging way to add a bit more life into the game as it breaks up general units that do everything. Miners mine, Raiders raid, and Scouts scout. 

Scouts, by the way, are pretty cool and useful units as they survey the lands and gather vital intel on their discoveries such as building limits, resources available, and they can even explore ruins giving your faction a possible boost over your rivals.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in playing, the game is currently on sale over on the Steam Marketplace for $17.99. We also have a Northgard starter guide to help you crush the other factions and conquer this new, mysterious land.


GameSkinny is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Justin Michael
Justin Michael
From Atari 2600 to TTRPG and beyond I game, therefore I am. Can generally be found DMing D&D on the weekend, homebrewing beer, or tripping over stuff in my house while playing VR. Hopeful for something *Ready Player One* meets *S.A.O Nerve Gear* before I kick the bucket.