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God of War Ragnarök
Action
Adventure
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Narrated Game Menus
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
HDR available
Family Sharing

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Developers: Santa Monica Studio Jetpack Interactive
Publishers: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Release Date: 19 Sep, 2024
Price (USD): $49.99 USD
Current Players: 4.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(89%)
emotional story
stunning graphics
engaging combat
voice acting
character development
puzzle-solving
Diversity themes
sequel improvements
console vs PC
technical issues
story pacing
Ironwood section
Atreus combat
Overall, the sentiment around the game is positive, with its emotional story, stunning graphics, and engaging combat receiving ample praise. However, players have expressed frustration with technical issues on PC, and concern over pacing, particularly related to the Ironwood section. Despite some criticism, especially regarding parts played by Atreus, it remains a highly-regarded title among fans of the original.

Positive Points

  • The game's story is highly praised for its emotional depth and connection, particularly the character development of Kratos and Atreus.
  • Many reviews commend the graphics and art direction, describing the visuals as stunning and breathtaking.
  • Combat mechanics are often highlighted as enjoyable, with fluid and dynamic action, along with a variety of options due to the different weapons and abilities.
  • Voice acting is frequently praised, with particular emphasis on the performances of characters like Kratos and Thor.

    • Negative Points

  • A significant number of reviewers mention persistent technical issues such as crashes and performance problems, specifically citing potential memory leaks on PC.
  • The pacing of the story is criticized by some, with particular discontent towards the Ironwood section for being overly long and less engaging.
  • Some players find Atreus's solo sections and combat to be less enjoyable compared to playing as Kratos.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game design, including level design and certain mechanics, like traversal and puzzle-solving, receives mixed feedback; some players find them engaging, while others see them as repetitive or outdated.
  • The inclusion of DEI themes and diverse characters has mixed reception, with some players appreciating the representation and others feeling it was forced or detracting from the narrative focus.

    • Common Themes

  • A recurring theme is the game's cinematic quality, often described as a blend between a game and a movie due to its storytelling and presentation style.
  • Relationships, especially between Kratos and Atreus, are frequently mentioned as central to the game’s narrative and emotional impact.
  • Ragnarok as a sequel is often compared with its predecessor (God of War 2018), with players noting various improvements and some feeling it doesn't innovate enough.
    • Updated 3/22/2026, 12:01:18 AM UTC
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