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As Ragnarök approaches, Kratos and Atreus cross the Nine Realms, battling Norse foes and searching for answers to prophecy.
Released 19 Sep 2024
Explore Nine Realms
Throw a Returning Axe
Fight With Chained Blades
Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.
Developed by Santa Monica Studio, Jetpack Interactive · Published by PlayStation Publishing LLC
With Fimbulwinter underway and Ragnarök drawing near, Kratos and Atreus journey through the Nine Realms seeking answers. Their path brings them into conflict with Norse gods and monsters as they face questions of prophecy, family, and the future.
Play mainly as Kratos, fighting with the Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos, shield, and an expanding set of abilities. Atreus also takes part in combat and has sections of his own. Weapon skills, equipment, and combat options can be developed as the journey continues.
Explore distinct realms, uncover secrets, solve environmental puzzles, and take on side quests and optional fights. The included Valhalla epilogue adds replayable combat trials: each attempt offers reward choices, resets some stats and abilities, and contributes resources toward persistent upgrades.
In the supplied reviews, players often praise the emotional story and Kratos–Atreus relationship, along with the varied, satisfying combat and memorable fights. Many also enjoy exploring the realms, completing side quests, and the presentation through visuals, music, and performances. Some reviews find the puzzles excessive, Atreus sections slow, or the overall pacing uneven, so these aspects are not enjoyed by everyone.
From Santa Monica Studio and brought to PC in partnership with Jetpack Interactive comes God of War Ragnarök, an epic and heartfelt journey that follows Kratos and Atreus as they struggle with holding on and letting go.
The sequel to the critically acclaimed God of War (2018), God of War Ragnarök picks up with Fimbulwinter well underway. Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as Odin’s forces in Asgard prepare for a prophesied battle that will end the world.
Along the way, they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face fearsome enemies in the form of Norse gods and monsters. As the threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer, Kratos and Atreus must choose between the safety of their family and the safety of the realms.
Atreus seeks knowledge to help him understand the prophecy of “Loki” and establish his role in Ragnarök. Kratos must decide whether he will be chained by the fear of repeating his mistakes or break free of his past to be the father Atreus needs.
The Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos, and Guardian Shield return alongside a host of new abilities for both Kratos and Atreus. Kratos’ deadly Spartan skills will be tested like never before as he battles gods and monsters across Nine Realms to protect his family.
Journey through dangerous and stunning landscapes as Kratos and Atreus search for answers.
Available right at launch with your purchase of God of War Ragnarök is access to the God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla DLC for no additional cost!
Accompanied only by Mimir, Kratos embarks on a deeply personal and reflective journey that pushes him to master mind and body as he is confronted with the challenges of Valhalla in an unravelling, replayable adventure that blends the beloved combat from God of War Ragnarök with brand new elements inspired by the roguelite genre.
Kratos’ journey continues as he enters Valhalla, a new location in the God of War Norse saga. Faced with echoes of his past, he fights to overcome the trials within himself and walk the path laid out before him.
The beloved combat from God of War Ragnarök with fresh and experimental twists inspired by the roguelite genre. Valhalla will push you to master different aspects of Kratos’ arsenal during each attempt as you face new combinations of enemies and some surprises along the way!
Death is never the end. Kratos will have access to his weapons, skills, shields and abilities, but each new attempt will reset his Stats, Runic Attacks and Perks. As Kratos progresses through each attempt, you will be presented with choices between rewards that will help you push deeper into the mysterious depths of Valhalla while building resources toward persistent upgrades.
Partnering with Jetpack Interactive once again, God of War Ragnarök on PC will harness the power of the platform to deliver an exceptional experience.
Unlocked framerates and the option of true 4K resolution expand the full potential of our cinematic no-cut camera as you travel through the stunning vistas of the Nine Realms.¹
Behold enhanced reflections, lighting, and higher fidelity shadows, as well as increased geometric detail.²
Full integration with NVIDIA RTX™ Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) 3.7, AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution (FSR) 3.1, and Intel XeSS (Xe Super Sampling) 1.2 will allow you to reach higher graphical settings and output resolutions.
Utilize NVIDIA Reflex low latency technology allowing you to react quicker and hit harder combos with the responsive gameplay.³
Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Nine Realms in panoramic widescreen with 21:9 ultra-widescreen and 32:9 super ultra-widescreen support!¹
Play your way. With support for the DUALSHOCK®4 and DUALSENSE® wireless controllers, a wide range of other gamepads, and fully customizable bindings for mouse and keyboard, you have the power to fine-tune every action to match your playstyle.
Feel your journey through the Norse realms, made possible by immersive haptic feedback and adaptive trigger functionality.³
Take advantage of highly accurate, spatial 3D Audio; hear enemies approaching from any direction, including from above and below you.⁴
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¹ Compatible PC and display device required.
² Compatible PC and graphics card required.
³ DualSense™ controller and wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features.
⁴ 3D Audio via analog/USB stereo headphones.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 48 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 3 listed on Steam |
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| Metacritic | 90/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
