God of War

God of War is an action game created by David Jaffe and Sony's Santa Monica Studio. The series is considered a flagship franchise for PlayStation consoles with nine mainline games, with the first launching in 2005 for the PlayStation 2. The series revolves around a Spartan warrior named Kratos, who was tricked into killing his family by Ares, the Greek God of War. Kratos follows a path of vengeance against the Gods, eventually attempting to settle down in ancient Norway, though he soon crosses paths with the many Norse Gods.

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God of War Ragnarok: How The Events of the Game Differ From Mythology

God of War Ragnarok delivers a great take on the events of Ragnarok as Kratos and Atreus take the fight to Odin and Asgard.

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God of War Ragnarok: How Freyr and Freya's Roles Differ From Mythology

Two of God of War Ragnarok's most essential characters, Freya and Freyr, play much larger roles in the game compared to mythology.

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How God of War Ragnarok Handles The Effects of Alcoholism In A Family

While God of War Ragnarok's cast is comprised of gods and fictional beings, the game tackles some very human topics such as family and alcoholism.

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9 Marvel and DC Gods That Kratos Can Defeat

Kratos is a god slayer, and fans often wonder how he will fare against gods from DC & Marvel universes. Here are some god figures Kratos can defeat.

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God of War Ragnarok: How Odin Compares to His MCU Counterpart

One of God of War Ragnarok's most compelling characters is the All-Father himself, Odin, but he differs quite a bit from his MCU counterpart.

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God of War Ragnarok: How Heimdall's Role Differs From Mythology

God of War Ragnarok's Heimdall is a powerful villain but is completely different compared to his mythological counterpart that guards the Bifrost.

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God of War Ragnarok: What is Thrud Looking For At the End of the Game

God of War Ragnarok's ending leaves a lot of loose ends dangling, one of which sees Thrud setting off on a journey to find a mystery object.

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How God of War Ragnarok Fulfills the Final Mural of the 2018 Game

God of War 2018 teased Atreus and Kratos' eventual fate in a final mural, and God of War Ragnarok definitively fulfills that prophecy.

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God of War: The Official Cookbook Launches

A cookbook inspired by the Norse realms of God of War releases, featuring over 60 recipes that Kratos and Atreus could cook between battles.

God of War Ragnarok: Temple of Light Nornir Chest Guide (Alfheim)
God of War Ragnarok: Temple of Light Nornir Chest Guide (Alfheim)

In order to open the Temple of Light Nornir Chest, God of War Ragnarok players will need to use Kratos' axe to ring three bells within a few seconds.

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God of War Ragnarok Video Imagines the Game as a PS1 Title

A God of War Ragnarok fan decides to turn the clock back several decades and produce a PS1-style trailer for the game, giving it a true retro look.

God of War Ragnarok: The Strond Nornir Chests Guide (Alfheim)
God of War Ragnarok: The Strond Nornir Chests Guide (Alfheim)

There are two Nornir Chests for players to find in the Strond area of Alfheim, though only one of them can be opened on their first trip to the realm.

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God of War Ragnarok: Radsvinn's Rig Nornir Chest Guide (Svartalfheim)
God of War Ragnarok: Radsvinn's Rig Nornir Chest Guide (Svartalfheim)

Unlocking the Radsvinn's Rig Nornir Chest in Svartalfheim requires God of War Ragnarok players to light three special torches with runes on them.

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God of War Ragnarok vs. Elden Ring: Which Will Win the Most Awards at TGA 2022

God of War Ragnarok is one of the most critically-acclaimed games of all time, but it might not be enough to dethrone Elden Ring at the Game Awards.

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God of War Ragnarok: How Odin's Role Differs From Mythology

God of War Ragnarok's Odin is one of the best villains the series has ever seen, even though he is a lot different in mythology.

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Twitch Streamer Gets Mad at God of War Ragnarok Companion for Backseat Gaming

During a boss fight in God of War Ragnarok, a Twitch streamer loses control after an in-game companion takes backseat gaming a bit too far.

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God of War Ragnarok’s Alfheim Puts Its Predecessor’s to Shame

God of War Ragnarok's Alfheim is leagues more comprehensive and engaging than its predecessor's, featuring more environmental puzzles and open areas.

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God of War Ragnarok: How Fenrir's Role Differs From Mythology

Fenrir's role in God of War Ragnarok is diminished compared to his actions in Norse mythology, but the wolf still plays a major role.

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God of War Ragnarok: Every Realm (& How to Unlock Them)

Unlike the previous game, God of War Ragnarok allows players to visit all nine realms, though how and when they're able to do so is far from simple.

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God of War Ragnarok’s Companions Have One Huge Drawback

God of War Ragnarok features playable deuteragonists with multiple NPC companions who backseat, shouting the answers to puzzle and combat encounters.