Hnefatafl
Category:Board Size:95.0 MB Version:3.91
Developer:Philippe Schober Rate:4.7 Update:Mar 15,2026
Application Description
The ancient Game of the Vikings - Earn your way to Valhalla!
Hnefatafl, an age-old Scandinavian board game, predates chess and was popular throughout medieval Europe. This game, also known as Tafl, features two armies of different sizes engaging in strategic combat. The black army, representing invaders, aims to capture the white king, while the white army, the defenders, strives to protect their king and facilitate his escape.
Often dubbed the Game of the Vikings, Hnefatafl weaves tales of historical events such as the Moskowites' invasion of Sweden and the Viking raids on Britain. Central to every story is the thrilling pursuit of the king.
Despite its simple rules, Hnefatafl offers deep strategic gameplay. Players can employ tactics like surrounding enemy pieces, setting traps, and compelling their opponents to surrender. Will you seize the king for gold and glory, or can the king's loyal guards fend off the invaders long enough to secure his escape?
With over 200,000 possible variants, you can tailor your own custom versions for both offline and online play.
The game supports cross-platform play across iOS, Windows, and Linux, allowing you to use a single account to access all your matches on any device. The asynchronous multiplayer feature lets you play at your own pace.
Valhalla awaits!
This game includes the following variants:
- Hnefatafl
- Hnefatafl - Copenhagen
- Hnefatafl - Historical
- Hnefatafl - Berserk
- Hnefatafl - Fetlar
- Sea Battle 11x11
- Sea Battle 13x13
- Tablut
- Tablut - Historical ("Saami")
- Linnaeus' Tablut
- Foteviken Tablut
- Ard Ri
- Brandubh
- Magpie
- Tawlbwrdd
- Tyr 13x13
- Tyr 15x15
- Tyr 19x19
- Coppergate 15x15
- Alea Evangelii
- Custom variants for offline and online play
Feature Overview:
- Enjoy offline play for two players on a single device
- Challenge various computer opponents offline
- Watch computer vs. computer matches offline
- Engage in online play via the Fellhuhn Gaming Service
- Use in-game chat during online matches
- Earn achievements through the Fellhuhn Gaming Service
- Access a tutorial and rules guide
- Share matches with other players
- Annotate and review online matches
- Export matches to OpenTafl
- Browse matches to find the perfect game
- Review your strategies with match history
- Link your account with the Steam version for seamless play across devices
- Compete in ELO-ranked matches
This app is supported by advertisements, which can be removed with a one-time in-app purchase.
Permissions:
- Internet access is necessary for advertisements and online play
- In-app billing/purchase is required for the optional removal of ads
Follow us on:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HnefataflGame/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/FellhuhnDotCom
- Discord: https://discord.gg/dXMYNB8
The game features artwork by Thomas Jacquin (http://www.thomasjacquin.com), included as part of the Tafl-Sets of Legend Board Games.
What's New in the Latest Version 3.91
Last updated on Nov 24, 2022
- Long clicking (or right-clicking) an offline match in the main menu now offers the option to rename matches.
- Added the option to always display the remaining time in an online match with a set timeout, previously only available for quick matches.
- Updated translations.
- The ignore button now functions when searching for opponents in new online matches.
- The "Next Match" button respects the selected order for online matches.
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