: The primary defender. He carries a shield that blocks projectiles and can be held overhead to act as a hang glider or a platform for Erik.
(Insights into Silicon & Synapse's design process)
: Occasionally offered as a free legacy download through the Blizzard launcher.
: The combat specialist. Equipped with a sword for close encounters and a bow for long-range attacks and toggling distant switches. Historical Context & Legacy
The Lost Vikings is a seminal puzzle-platformer released in 1993 by Silicon & Synapse (now Blizzard Entertainment). It stands as a masterclass in cooperative single-player gameplay, requiring players to control three distinct characters to navigate complex levels. Executive Summary
: The agile scout. He is the only one who can jump and use a "bull run" bash to break walls or stun enemies.