Hammer of the Gods

I just downloaded Hammer of the Gods from MyAbandonware.com. The game can be described like a Civilization with vikings. After downloading the game and mounting the folder in DOSBox, it can be just run by typing HAMMER, and the sound set with SETSOUND. The intro is ripped off, so it's straight to the game.

At first glance, Hammer of the Gods does seem to require a lot of your time to learn. It probably needs you to obtain a degree in viking management too. Hopefully, you can download the game's manual right here. It will explain how the game works, and you will have to start learning your strategies.

Its overhead view is copied straight from the first Civilization game, and just as in the latter you found your cities, build your population, discover new land and tools, and fight your enemies. Where it starts to differ is in the battles, as the view shifts to the battlefield where you also control the actions of your heroes. The game is also split into missions which the player has to complete, so there is no chance for you to send your people into space towards a new galaxy this time.

Hammer of the Gods screenshot

Anyway, this game requires you to dedicate some time for it before giving you its love and affection. This is not a quick fix like the usual abandoned games. By the way, it lets you play with three of your friends, so there's no need to feel lonely.