For fans of legends, lore, and epic store, here are 7 games based on Norse mythology that you can enjoy in 2025.
-Amlan Shekhar Baruah
Norse mythology is becoming one of the most powerful sources of inspiration in modern gaming. With its complex gods, harsh landscapes, and stories about fate, sacrifice, and the end of the world, it offers a setting that feels both ancient and surprisingly relevant.
Whether you’re interested in exploring the nine realms, fighting alongside (or against) Odin, or just building your Viking base in the afterlife, there’s a wide range of games based on Norse mythology that bring these epic tales to life. Some are serious and cinematic, others are artistic or survival-focused, but all are rooted in the same timeless stories.
Here are 7 of the best games based on Norse mythology to check out in 2025 — ranked from lighter interpretations to the most deeply mythological.
7. Loki: Heroes of Mythology (2007)
An old-school action RPG that blends four mythological pantheons — including Norse — into a Diablo-style gameplay loop. While it hasn’t aged well in terms of visuals or mechanics, it’s still worth noting for myth fans looking for retro, combat-heavy mythology based games.
You’ll fight through Midgard and face Norse monsters while drawing power from the gods. It’s not particularly deep in its storytelling, but for 2007, it gave players a decent taste of Viking mythology mixed with dungeon-crawling action. Check it out if you are looking for decent games based on Norse mythology.
6. Too Human (2008)
What if Norse mythology took place in a sci-fi future where the gods are cybernetic beings? That’s the idea behind Too Human, a game that combines tech and myth in a world where Odin, Loki, and Hela appear as advanced AIs.
While it never fully lived up to its ambitions, the game is an interesting experiment. It plays fast and loose with Norse lore, but for players who want to experience with unusual games about Norse gods, it’s worth a look — especially if you like your mythology with a twist.
5. Tribes of Midgard (2021)
A vibrant mix of action RPG and survival mechanics, Tribes of Midgard has you and your co-op crew defending Yggdrasil from invading giants during the time of Ragnarök. It’s light-hearted in tone but deeply rooted in Norse themes — the end of the world, gods in hiding, and monsters straight from the Prose Edda.
Bosses like Surtr and Fenrir make appearances, and the colorful art style gives the game a distinct look. It’s not the most narratively deep, but as one of the more casual Viking games on PC, its fun, fast-paced, and surprisingly lore-aware.
4. Valheim (2021)
One of the most beloved indie success stories in recent years, Valheim is a survival-crafting game set in a myth-inspired afterlife. You’re a fallen Viking warrior sent to a mysterious world by Odin to prove your worth by defeating powerful bosses, each representing aspects of Norse cosmology.
With Yggdrasil arching over the sky, runestones scattered across the land, and enemies like Draugr and Greydwarfs, Valheim nails the tone and spirit of Viking legend. While not a direct retelling of the myths, it creates a deeply atmospheric Norse-inspired world that you can explore at your own pace — especially if you enjoy Viking games based on Norse mythology.
3. Jotun (2015)
A beautiful hand-drawn game based on Norse mythology where you play a Viking warrior named Thora, who must prove herself to the gods after dying an inglorious death. To earn a place in Valhalla, she faces off against elemental giants — the Jotnar — in minimalist but intense boss battles.
What sets Jotun apart is its devotion to artistic and thematic authenticity. Every boss is based on a specific figure from Norse mythology, and the game leans into Old Norse symbols and aesthetics with respect and grace. If you’re looking for mythology based games that are more poetic than bloody, this is a must-play.
2. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (2020)
While at its core a Viking open-world game, Valhalla dives surprisingly deep into Norse mythology. Through dream sequences, you also get to explore Asgard and Jotunheim as Odin himself, while the game also shows us the journey of the hidden ones during the 9th century.
The gods are reimagined within the framework of the Assassin’s Creed universe, but they’re still immediately recognizable — from trickster Loki to the looming threat of Ragnarök. As one of the best Viking themed games in terms of scope and world-building, it balances historical fiction with mythological fantasy in ways few others do.
Read our full review of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla here
1. God of War (2018) & God of War Ragnarök (2022)
The Norse Saga of God of War probably gives us the best experience when it comes to games based on Norse mythology. Santa Monica Studio’s continuation of the story of Kratos brings him into the Nine Realms, where he raises his son Atreus. While fighting gods, monsters, and fate itself, Atreus begins to discover himself.
God of War (2018) introduces you to the new setting through a more grounded, emotional story. God of War has been hugely praised by critics due to its story, art and combat. Ragnarök (2022) expands it into full mythological warfare, bringing in Thor, Odin, and even Surtr, and prophecies of the world’s end. These games humanize the gods while still giving you thunderous boss fights and unforgettable moments tied directly to Norse legend.
No other game series has made Norse mythology feel this personal, epic, and cinematic. If you’re only going to play one from this list — make it this.
Author bio:
Amlan Sekhar Baruah is a gym trainer by profession and a gamer by passion. When he’s not helping people get fit, he dives into virtual worlds of games like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and many more. He loves to express his thoughts by writing about them for Enigmatic Horizon, sharing his opinions on gameplay, stories, and everything that makes gaming exciting.
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