It is that most wonderful time of year, and what would be more festive than sharpening your axes and going pillaging through the snow in NetEase Games' Viking simulation Vikingard? Forgoing Christmas and instead focusing on the Germanic festival of Yule, you can help your tribe of warriors make sure their holidays are one to remember.

Vikingard is a simulation RPG set in the most exciting of ages, the Viking era when the Norse warriors emerged from their homeland. Taking control of the Fharun Tribes heir, you will gather an army of Viking warriors and Valkyries to rampage across Europe in search of adventure and loot. You will be able to grow crops, preside over trials, take over territory, engage with the epic story and bond with the game's deep, unique characters.

The Fharum Tribe are preparing for the holiday season, however, chaos descends as the Yule Father is nowhere to be seen. It is up to you to ensure that the Midwinter Festival of Yule proceeds as planned by teaming up with Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjostr, the two goats who pull Thor’s chariot. Together, you will collect the ornaments for the Yule tree, and vanquish the foes who pose a hazard to the forest. It is a Viking festival after all.

By taking part in this event you will be able to grab an array of holiday-themed outfits to get into the season spirit, including a chibi Santa-themed garb for your warrior, because you can’t completely escape St Nick. The Mead Hall will also be overhauled to hang a bevvy of decorations for the Yule carnivals, with all Vikings congregating around the fire to share gifts and sing songs of their adventures beneath the Yule Tree.

Vikingard can be downloaded now for free from the App Store and Google Play.