God of War Ragnarök for PlayStation 4 is the epic sequel to the award-winning God of War (2018), developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Set in the Norse realms during the final days before Ragnarök, the game follows Kratos and his son Atreus as they journey across all Nine Realms in search of answers while facing gods, monsters, and the looming prophecy of the end of the world. This edition delivers a cinematic narrative, visceral combat, and expansive exploration, with a free upgrade option to the PS5 version.
Key Features
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The Norse Saga Continues Experience the next chapter in Kratos and Atreus’s journey as they navigate a world on the brink of destruction, confronting their destinies and the prophecy of Ragnarök
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All Nine Realms to Explore Travel through vast and varied environments, from frozen Midgard to fiery Muspelheim, each filled with unique enemies, puzzles, and secrets
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Refined Combat System Wield the Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos, and Guardian Shield, each with new abilities, alongside Atreus’s evolving combat skills
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Mythical Enemies and Bosses Face Norse gods, legendary beasts, and powerful warriors in cinematic, high-intensity battles
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Deep Character Progression Upgrade weapons, armor, and abilities to suit your playstyle, with expanded skill trees and customization options
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Immersive Presentation Enjoy stunning visuals, detailed environments, and a continuous one-shot camera for uninterrupted storytelling
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PS5 Upgrade Support Includes a paid upgrade path to the PlayStation 5 version for enhanced graphics, faster load times, and DualSense features
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Accessibility Options Features extensive accessibility settings to accommodate a wide range of players
Pros and Cons
Pros
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Rich, emotional storytelling with strong character development
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Expansive world design with varied environments
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Satisfying, weighty combat with multiple weapon types
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High replay value with side quests and collectibles Cons
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Some pacing slowdowns in narrative-heavy sections
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Large file size requires significant storage space
Compatibility
Works with:
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PlayStation 4 consoles
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DualShock 4 controllers
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PlayStation 5 consoles via backward compatibility and paid upgrade
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HDTVs with HDMI input
Short Point-Based Overview
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Title: God of War Ragnarök – PS4
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Genre: Action-Adventure / Narrative-Driven
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Developer: Santa Monica Studio
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Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
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Release Date: November 9, 2022
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Modes: Single-player
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Rating: ESRB Mature 17+ (Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language)
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Platform: PlayStation 4
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In-Game Purchases: Optional cosmetic items
