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Viking Rise: how to update the game

A new patch is out and the game won\'t let you into battle until you update. Below — how to update Viking Rise on Android, iPhone and PC, what to do if the update won\'t come, and breakdowns of what changed in recent versions.

🟢 Current game version: 1.5.142 · verified with the client

How to update to the latest version

📱 Android (Google Play)
  1. Open Google Play → profile icon (top-right) → "Manage apps & device".
  2. Go to "Manage" → find Viking Rise → tap "Update". Or open the game page in Play and hit "Update".
  3. To get patches automatically, enable "Auto-update apps" in Play settings.
🍏 iPhone / iPad (App Store)
  1. Open the App Store → profile icon (top-right).
  2. Scroll to available updates → find Viking Rise → tap "Update" (or "Update all").
  3. Turn on automatic updates in Settings → App Store so you never miss one.
💻 PC — official IGG client
  1. The official client is on the developer site: vr.igg.com/pc (Windows installer). Playing on PC grants a bonus — an exclusive avatar frame.
  2. It pulls the patch on launch. If the version is stuck, download the fresh installer from the same page and reinstall over it — progress is kept.
  3. Progress is shared with mobile — sign in with your account (IGG / linked).
💻 PC — Steam or Epic Games
  1. The game is officially on Steam and Epic Games and updates on launch of the launcher.
  2. Steam not downloading the patch — open "Downloads" at the bottom of the Library; right-click the game → "Properties" → "Updates" → "Always keep updated".
  3. Acting up after an update — Steam: "Properties" → "Installed Files" → "Verify integrity of game files".

What changed in patches

Patch breakdowns appear here on release day — we pull the changes straight from the game data (new heroes, hero/troop rebalancing, new KvK seasons) before anyone else. Check back after the next update.

FAQ

How do I update Viking Rise to the new version?
Android — via Google Play (game page → "Update"), iPhone — via App Store (profile → "Update"), PC — the official client from vr.igg.com/pc, Steam or Epic Games update on launch. Step-by-step for each platform is in the block above.
The game asks me to update and won't let me in — why?
The new version is required for KvK, events and PvP: the server blocks outdated clients "for fair play". Just update to the latest version — your progress, heroes and purchases are tied to the account, not the version, so nothing is lost.
The update won't download / install — what do I do?
Patches roll out in waves, so the update may reach your region a few hours later — check again soon. If that does not help: free up storage, restart the device, clear the Google Play cache (Settings → Apps → Google Play → Clear cache), check your connection. As a last resort reinstall the game (account is linked, progress is safe).
What is the latest Viking Rise version?
The current client version is 1.5.142. The number is verified in-game, so it is always fresh here.
Will my progress survive the update?
Yes. Your city, heroes, troops and purchases are tied to your account (IGG / linked in settings), not the game version. Make sure the account is linked: Settings → Account.
What is new in the latest update?
Patch breakdowns are below (posted on release day). Updates bring new heroes, hero/troop rebalancing and new KvK seasons. After a rebalance, check our commander tier list — who to level may have shifted.
More: Tier list Gift codes Knowledge base
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