Logic Artists announced today that Expeditions: Viking has finally gone gold, and that they are currently running a free weekend for the first game in the series - Expeditions: Conquistador - to celebrate.

When Expeditions: Viking launches next week, it will cost $29.99. Creative Director Jonas Weaver had the following to say about finally releasing the game, while also segueing into the promotion they are running with Expeditions: Conquistador to celebrate:

It’s been a real journey, and with the positive feedback from our recent trip to PAX East and from our closed beta, we’re excited to get Expeditions: Viking into our players’ hands. And to celebrate the coming release of our second game in the Expeditions Series we’re giving players a free weekend with Expeditions: Conquistador to get ready for Viking.”

Players will also be able to purchase a Deluxe Edition of the game that also includes a digital artbook, soundtrack, and the Blood-Ice DLC. For those curious about the title, here is an overview from its developers:

In Expeditions: Viking, you take the role of a modest Norse village. Consolidate your power as your neighbors plot against you, and cross the sea to explore the kingdoms of the British Isles where wealth and power awaits. Launch raids to plunder monasteries and villages, or establish trade routes and political alliances on your adventures throughout the Norse lands and beyond. This second installment to the Expeditions series takes you to the dawn of the Viking Age where you must carve your name into the annals of history. Trader or Tyrant? You decide.

You can watch the game's launch trailer below. Expeditions: Viking is coming to PC April 27.