Sony and game developer Santa Monica Studio have unveiled the Dark Odyssey collection, an exciting update for God of War Ragnarök that's set to launch next week. This update brings a suite of in-game equipment inspired by one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, and it's all free for players on PlayStation 5 and PC starting March 20.
In a detailed post on the PlayStation.Blog, Sony shared the full scope of their plans to celebrate 20 years of God of War. The Dark Odyssey collection stands out with its sleek black-and-gold aesthetic, enhancing the visual appeal of Kratos, Atreus, and Freya as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. Alongside Kratos, both Atreus and Freya will receive their own unique cosmetic sets, and players can customize a variety of shields and weapons.
The highlight of the Dark Odyssey collection is undoubtedly the armor set and appearance for Kratos, reminiscent of a skin that was once exclusive to players who conquered God of War 2 on God Mode. This coveted set will be available in any Lost Items chest within the base game or instantly accessible in the roguelike Valhalla mode of God of War Ragnarök after the update. Additionally, this patch introduces the ability to customize the appearance of Kratos' weapons without impacting 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 Rönd
God of War Ragnarök, released towards the end of 2022, marks a significant milestone in the series. To honor the 20-year legacy of God of War, Sony has planned a variety of celebrations including social media assets available for download here, an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases that trace the franchise's 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 dive deeper into the celebrations, check out the upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month, and read more about why the next God of War title should continue the franchise's tradition of creativity.
