Sony and Santa Monica Studio have exciting news for God of War fans with the announcement of the Dark Odyssey collection, a special update for God of War Ragnarök set to launch next week. This update, detailed in a recent PlayStation.Blog post, is part of the celebrations for the franchise's 20th anniversary and will be available as a free update on March 20 for both PlayStation 5 and PC players.
The Dark Odyssey collection introduces a sleek, black-and-gold aesthetic to the game, enhancing the visual appeal of Kratos, Atreus, and Freya as they navigate the Norse realms. Players can look forward to new cosmetic sets for Atreus and Freya, along with a range of stylish options for shields and weapons.
The highlight of the Dark Odyssey update is undoubtedly the iconic armor set and appearance for Kratos, inspired by a legendary skin from God of War 2 that was previously exclusive to those who conquered the game on God Mode. This much-coveted set can be claimed from any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly in the Valhalla mode of God of War Ragnarök post-update. Additionally, the update will allow players to customize the appearance of Kratos' weapons without affecting their abilities, adding a new layer of personalization to the gameplay experience.
God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Update Screenshots
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Dark Odyssey Armor & Appearance for Kratos
Dark Odyssey Kratos AppearanceDark Odyssey Armor Set for Kratos (Dark Odyssey Breastplate, Dark Odyssey Bracers, Dark Odyssey Belt) Dark Odyssey Companion Armor
Dark Odyssey Vestment for AtreusDark Odyssey Witch Frock for Freya Dark Odyssey Weapon Appearances & Attachments
Dark Odyssey Leviathan Axe [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Knob [Attachment] Dark Odyssey Blades of Chaos [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Handles [Attachment]Dark Odyssey Draupnir Spear [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Hind [Attachment]Dark Odyssey Shield Appearances & Rönd
Dark Odyssey Guardian Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Dauntless Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Stone Wall Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Shatter Start Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Onslaught Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Spartan Aspis Shield [Appearance]Dark Odyssey Rönd
While the Dark Odyssey update is a significant part of the 20th-anniversary celebrations, Sony has planned a variety of other activities and offers for fans. These include downloadable social media assets available here, an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles’ Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, multiple vinyl releases, and more.
Santa Monica Studio expressed their gratitude to the fans, stating, “On behalf of everyone at Santa Monica Studio, we are immeasurably grateful to have had the chance to build the legacy of this series with and for you, the fans of God of War.”
For those looking to immerse themselves further in the world of God of War, an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour will kick off next month, offering a unique musical experience. Additionally, you can explore why we believe the next God of War title should continue pushing the boundaries of creativity.
