Volgarr the Viking

Volgarr the Viking (typeset as Völgarr the Viking) is a hardcore 2D indie platformer. It was developed by Crazy Viking Studios and published by Adult Swim Games on September 13, 2013 for Windows via Steam.

The game's difficulty revolves around the quantity of dangers, precision timing necessary to overcome challenges, the limitation of only being able to take 1-3 hits before dying, infrequent continues, and no ability to save the game's progress.

Story
A powerful god-like beast has sealed its evil into a guarded fortress. Five guardians hold the key to breaking the barrier protecting the beast. You are one crazy viking, ready to take on a legion of darkness in return for gold and glory.