Tafl Champions: Ancient Chess

Tafl Champions: Ancient Chess

A game from the Viking era

3 ratings
3 reviews
Free
In-App PurchasesWith Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 18, 2021
  • October 16, 2025

Features

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Experience an ancient Viking strategy game where attackers aim to capture the king while defenders try to guide him to safety. Customize your game pieces and compete on global leaderboards. Play seamlessly across multiple devices.

โœ“Ancient Viking strategy gameplay
โœ“Capture the king objective
โœ“Piece customization with runes
โœ“Global leaderboard challenges
โœ“Cross-platform syncing
โœ“Multiple Tafl game variations
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What's New in Tafl Champions

1.3.4

October 16, 2025

Some minor but necessary behind the scenes updates

10

In-App Purchases

$2.99

Pouch of Gold

250 Gold Coins

User reviews

Great game

This game is by far the best looking tafl game. I was able to customize everything and it was very fun. The game is balanced. My one request is to add a play vs computer mode, because while there is online and pass and play, I would enjoy testing out strategies against somebody better than myself.

Nice, but no AI

Looks really nice, good at what it does, but I really wanted to play locally against AI. Real shame this is not a feature.

Enjoyable, lots of potential!!!

Just played a few games against myself and enjoyed testing a few play styles! Would love to hear from others on their strategies because from the surface of this game I felt the defenders are at a slight disadvantage when playing defensively so I tried rushing the king to escape.
For me itโ€™s also hard to test strategies on my own so games against a computer ranging in difficulty would be AMAZING!!!

When it comes to cosmetics I like the shield customization of course but Iโ€™d love to see more. Maybe some special effects when taking pieces other then shattering when taken, which is awesome but would be great to see more!
The background has solid detail and it would be cool to see others or even small interactions with weapons and pieces you take from the board when clicking them. A big boardwide effect when the king is taken or escapes would be the cherry on top.

When it comes to ads I have no idea how much control you have on how frequently they appear but it becomes Annoying after every few moves so if possible an add after every game instead would be a nice touch. The cost of 10 runes per game seems high so lowering that cost or restricting it to playing other players(even in a ranked mode) would motivate me to watch the adds more frequently or even purchase rune packs.

Overall well done, seems like a great game to test the mind, Iโ€™m excited to see more. Crossing my fingers it grows in popularity!!!

PS - Forgive me if Iโ€™ve overstepped on these requests. I donโ€™t know how hard it is to implement these ideas when it comes to game design and coding. Great game regardless!!! ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ‘
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Response from developer

Thank you very much for your feedback, it's all welcome! I'm glad you're generally having a good experience with the game! If you would like to provide more information you can post your ideas at https://feedback.gritstone.games Many of your ideas have crossed my mind previously and some plans are in motion already. There are numerous features that would be great to add in the future - if time and budgets allow then it's entirely possible. I hope you continue having fun and supporting us in the future!

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FAQ

What is Tafl Champions?

Tafl Champions is a digital adaptation of Tafl, an ancient Viking strategy board game. The core gameplay involves attackers trying to capture the defender's king, who is attempting to escape the board.

How do you win in Tafl Champions?

The objective varies slightly depending on the Tafl variant. Generally, attackers win by capturing the defender's king, while defenders win if the king reaches a designated escape square on the board.

Can I customize my pieces in Tafl Champions?

Yes, you can earn runes to customize your game pieces. This allows you to choose different patterns and colors to personalize your appearance and stand out to opponents.

Does Tafl Champions have online multiplayer?

Yes, Tafl Champions allows you to challenge other players globally. You can compete on the leaderboard to prove your tactical prowess and climb the ranks.

Is Tafl Champions available on multiple platforms?

Yes, your game progress is synced across multiple platforms. You can start a game on one device, such as a desktop, and seamlessly resume play on another, like your mobile device.

Does Tafl Champions have ads?

Yes, Tafl Champions contains advertisements. This is typical for free-to-play games that offer in-app purchases.

What is the age rating for Tafl Champions?

Tafl Champions has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of players, including younger audiences.

How often is Tafl Champions updated?

The latest version of Tafl Champions is 1.3.4, last updated on October 16, 2025. This suggests regular updates to the game.