Comparison

Vikings vs Artifact

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vikings

Hurl weapons like hammers and axes to defeat dark elves and free frozen friends. This physics-based game challenges players to break objects and clear levels.

Highlights
  • Physics-based gameplay
  • Weapon throwing mechanics
  • Level-based progression
  • Object destruction
  • Norse-inspired theme
Features
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Dark elves have taken over the Norse worlds and frozen Erik the viking's friends. Throw hammers, axes and other weapons to get rid of the invaders and break stuff! This game was inspired by the original classic, Crush the Castle, and similar physics games that followed. An update with the next 36 levels will be available in mid to late April 2021.

About

Artifact

Assemble fragmented ancient artworks in this unique 3D puzzle game. Explore and reconstruct relics from various cultures with intuitive controls and stunning visuals. Adjust difficulty and enjoy a relaxing, mentally stimulating experience.

Highlights
  • Assemble broken 3D artifacts
  • Puzzles inspired by real masterpieces
  • Explore relics from different cultures
  • Intuitive touch controls
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Stunning 3D graphics and audio
Features
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Artifact is a unique 3D puzzle game where you assemble broken artworks from fragments. Dive into solving puzzles inspired by real masterpieces, meticulously modeled artifacts from various countries and cultures. Explore and assemble relics of the past, including Greek amphorae, Chinese vases, and Egyptian statues. You can even shatter them apart and start anew. Adjust the difficulty level to your preference. Artifact features stunning 3D graphics and audio that immerse you in the atmosphere of each culture. The game’s intuitive mechanics make it accessible for players of all ages. So relax, have fun, and sharpen your mind while uncovering historical treasures! How to play: - Move pieces by touching them - Rotate the puzzle by interacting with the base or background - Zoom in or out using a two-finger pinch - Shatter objects with a double-tap - Adjust the viewing angle by tilting your device Features: - 64 unique puzzles across 8 different themes - Original game idea with unique mechanics - Simple, intuitive controls - Gorgeous graphics and animations - Hard and easy modes - No annoying ads — just pure puzzle-solving fun!

Screenshots

Vikings4 screens
Artifact4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vikings at none against Artifact's 1. Vikings also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 months). Artifact's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Artifact sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Vikings asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vikings ships an update every 9 days, Artifact every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Vikings versus Artifact: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVikingsArtifact
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB596 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperDan TroseljMikhail Bakunovich

Customer experience

Vikings

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Artifact

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Vikings

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Artifact

One-time1
  • Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is Vikings free?
Vikings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Artifact free?
Artifact is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vikings or Artifact have ads?
Vikings shows ads; Artifact does not.
Which is updated more often, Vikings or Artifact?
Vikings ships an update every 9 days, and Artifact every 5 months. Most recently, Vikings was updated on November 13, 2026 and Artifact on November 3, 2026.

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