- Publisher: Activision
- Release Date: May 7, 2003
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A great expansion for aggressive strategy gamers, although some of the subtleties of the original game get lost.
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Computer Games MagazineBy adding interesting new units, rules, and a unique campaign, it defines what all expansions should be - not just more of the same, but rather an entirely new way to play an established game. [Aug 2003, p.84]
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PC GamerViking doesn't have all the enhancements I would've liked, but its new gameplay mechanic is refreshing, and Medieval fans will definitely enjoy it. [Aug 2003, p.60]
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A top-notch expansion pack that Medieval fans will love. You get a major new campaign as well as lots of extras for "Medieval Total War" that substantially increases its life.
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Computer Gaming WorldThe brand-new Dark Age campaign, lots of new units, and plenty of new gameplay make Viking Invasion a must for Total War fans. [Aug 2003, p.80]
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The expansion adds more depth to the gameplay, and should be well received by those who have played and enjoyed the original game.
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A great expansion pack for one of the best strategy titles out there.
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Edge MagazineAn efficient and well thought out expansion. Short, tight and intense, it's a considerably different experience from Medieval proper and well worth experiencing. [June 2003, p.105]
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GMR MagazineIntroduces a rather swift prebattle system. It's a welcome addition for "Total War" players who want better control of forces and reinforcements. [Aug 2003, p.75]
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Game InformerAn excellent buy for those who love its forefathers and is still best in its class. [June 2003, p.117]
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In a market full of dull sequels, here's a follow-up that shows how expansion should be done.
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Cheat Code CentralThe replay value is excellent and you will get your money's worth out of this expansion pack if you play from all perspectives. You'll even get some more use out of the original game.
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It doesn't do anything spectacularly new, but it does give you plenty of new content, new units to play with, and enough tweaks to the original title to make it worth another run through.
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It's fun and more manageable than the original, thanks to the new campaign, and is ultimately a worthwhile addition to the original game.
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Not only does it add a very new and entertaining Campaign experience with a lot of replay, but also buffs up the original game with new content meant to refine.
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The lack of any new multiplayer options is a bit disappointing, but it's priced as an expansion pack and there's certainly enough here to keep any fan of Medieval engaged for quite a large number of hours.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 33 out of 39
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Mixed: 4 out of 39
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Negative: 2 out of 39
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Mar 31, 2018The idea was good but the execution wasn't. It was very buggy and the graphics were poor. The game was as expansive as Rome Total War
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SergioL.Aug 11, 2005
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NilsB.Feb 25, 2005So Cool:)