Sony and game developer Santa Monica Studio have announced the exciting Dark Odyssey collection, an upcoming update for God of War Ragnarök set to launch next week. This update brings a suite of in-game equipment inspired by one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, available to all players on PlayStation 5 and PC.
In a detailed PlayStation.Blog post, Sony outlined the extensive plans for celebrating the 20th anniversary of the God of War series. The highlight is undoubtedly the Dark Odyssey update, which will be released as a free patch on March 20. This collection boasts a sleek black-and-gold aesthetic, enhancing the visual appeal of Kratos, Atreus, and Freya as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. The update includes cosmetic sets for Atreus and Freya, alongside a variety of shields and weapons, all receiving the Dark Odyssey treatment.
The centerpiece of this update is the Dark Odyssey armor set and appearance for Kratos, reminiscent of a skin previously exclusive to those who conquered God of War 2 on God Mode difficulty. Players can unlock this coveted content from any Lost Items chest in the base game or instantly in the roguelike Valhalla mode upon the update's release. Additionally, the patch introduces the long-awaited feature of customizing Kratos' weapon appearances without affecting their abilities.
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 RöndGod of War Ragnarök, released in late 2022, marks a significant milestone in the franchise. To honor its 20-year legacy, Sony has planned a series of engaging activities and offers. Fans can enjoy a range of social media assets available for download here, an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases encapsulating the franchise's storied history.
Santa Monica Studio expressed their gratitude, 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 eager to celebrate 20 years of God of War, an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour is set to commence next month. Additionally, insights into why the next God of War title should continue the franchise's tradition of creativity can be found here.
