Viking: Battle For Asgard -

You unlock new moves at the Battle Arena, which keep the combat from feeling too repetitive as you move through the three main islands.

The "liberation" mechanic is visually cool—when you free an area from Hel's influence, the sky literally changes from a gloomy, oppressive grey to a bright, vibrant blue in real-time. Viking: Battle for Asgard

There are moments where you’re encouraged to sneak into camps to sabotage defenses. It’s a bit basic, but it provides a nice breather from the constant hacking and slashing. You unlock new moves at the Battle Arena,

The game is split into three large islands. To progress, you have to liberate your Viking brothers from cages and outposts. It’s a bit basic, but it provides a

Viking: Battle for Asgard is a solid, "B-tier" action gem. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but if you want to feel like a mythological powerhouse leading an army into the jaws of hell, it delivers. It’s perfect for fans of God of War (the original trilogy) or Spartan: Total Warrior .

The game is famous for its dismemberment. You’ll be lopping off limbs and heads with satisfying weight.