GoW: Ragnarok

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Please! Just no more Queens 🙁
9 November 2022


























































Embark on an epic and heartfelt journey as Kratos and Atreus struggle with holding on and letting go

From Santa Monica Studio comes the sequel to the critically acclaimed God of War (2018). Fimbulwinter is well underway. Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as Asgardian forces prepare for a prophesied battle that will end the world. Along the way they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face fearsome enemies in the form of Norse gods and monsters. The threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer. Kratos and Atreus must choose between their own safety and the safety of the realms.

 

A future, unwritten

Atreus seeks knowledge to help him understand the prophecy of “Loki” and establish his role in Ragnarök. Kratos must decide whether he will be chained by the fear of repeating his mistakes or break free of his past to be the father Atreus needs.

Instruments of war

The Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos and Guardian Shield return alongside a host of new abilities for both Kratos and Atreus. Kratos’ deadly Spartan skills will be tested like never before as he battles gods and monsters across Nine Realms to protect his family.

Explore vast realms

Journey through dangerous and stunning landscapes while facing a wide variety of enemy creatures, monsters and Norse gods as Kratos and Atreus search for answers.

My Opinion

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My 215th Platinum, God of War: Ragnarok (took roughly 48h 22m).
It’s a beautiful game and a beautiful journey, about trust and family. Watching and joining each of the characters as they evolve, main and side, was definitely the best part of the experience. Some of the places you go along the way was simply stunning, especially the vistas. I found myself spending more time taking screenshots than playing the game.
The ending will definitely hold a place in my heart as an incredible bittersweet conclusion to the Norse Saga.

Difficulty rating,  a 6/10, but tbh that rating is based on the bullshit lock on mechanics (switching when you don’t want, unlocking when you need it and then an enemy gets you while off screen. So many deaths to that bullshit).

Fun rating, a 6/10 aswell. I probably would have rated it higher if it wasn’t for the reason above and  it didn’t break away during a time that felt important to play as another character. I found myself just rushing that segment of the game just to get to the part I was originally on. The other thing that probably influenced my opinion was the collectibles. Just a little too many. 24hours story but 24hours on collectibles just doesn’t seem right. At least the collectibles had lore to them which helped.

So I really enjoyed Ragnarok, It wil definitely be one that I remember and can’t wait so see if they have plans for another.

Memories

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Here are some of my favourite screenshots and moments from the game.

The evolution of Kratos and Atreus’ relationship.

Seeing Kratos and Fayes’ love through flashbacks which also shows what Kratos and Atreus lost.

Atreus finally meets a friend who he has something in common with.

The loss of friends along the way and how it affects others.

Looking at the damage that the final battle has inflicted to the realms.

Coming together for a common goal.

Trophies

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The Bear and the Wolf
Collect all Trophies
26th Nov 2022
1:53:02 AM
The Florist
Collect one flower from each of the nine realms
26th Nov 2022
1:29:07 AM
The Librarian
Collect all of the Books
24th Nov 2022
3:56:38 AM
The Curator
Collect all of the Artifacts
24th Nov 2022
3:56:38 AM
How it Started
Equip an Enchantment
13th Nov 2022
11:52:30 AM
Spit Shine
Upgrade one piece of armor
11th Nov 2022
1:42:42 AM
Spartan Ways
Remember the Spartan teachings
14th Nov 2022
3:31:46 PM
Full Belly
Obtain all of the Apples of Iðunn and Horns of Blood Mead
24th Nov 2022
1:57:28 AM
Knock off the Rust
Purchase a Skill
11th Nov 2022
3:25:18 PM
A Grizzly Encounter
Battle the Bear
11th Nov 2022
12:33:39 AM
Blood Debt
Battle the God of Thunder
11th Nov 2022
12:59:20 AM
Backyard Brawl
Battle the Mysterious Valkyrie
13th Nov 2022
12:52:37 AM
Root of the Problem
Battle Níðhögg
13th Nov 2022
11:52:53 AM
The Cauldron
Destroy GrĂœla's cauldron
13th Nov 2022
12:32:03 AM
Off the Leash
Battle Garm
14th Nov 2022
4:38:55 PM
Comeuppance
Battle Heimdall
14th Nov 2022
8:52:23 PM
Better Together
Battle Hrist and Mist
15th Nov 2022
1:23:23 AM
Phalanx
Obtain all Shields
16th Nov 2022
5:24:35 PM
Collector
Obtain all Relics and Sword Hilts
26th Nov 2022
1:53:02 AM
Dragon Slayer
Craft the Dragon Scaled Armor Set
26th Nov 2022
1:44:26 AM
How it's Going
Fully repair the Amulet of Yggdrasil
26th Nov 2022
1:30:43 AM
Funeral for a Friend
Attend the funeral
15th Nov 2022
1:37:00 PM
Rebel Leader
Return the Hammer of the Rebellion
15th Nov 2022
9:06:17 PM
New Friends
Fetch LĂșnda's orb
22nd Nov 2022
3:49:51 PM
Full Gufa
Free the Hafgufas
24th Nov 2022
3:04:05 AM
Making Amends
Free the Lyngbakr
16th Nov 2022
1:24:47 AM
It Was a Good Day
Retrieve Mardöll
22nd Nov 2022
3:43:06 PM
Invasive Species
Complete all of the Crater Hunts
24th Nov 2022
12:54:51 AM
Besties
Pet Speki and Svanna
19th Nov 2022
3:58:17 PM
Rightful Place
Return all the Lindwyrms to Ratatoskr
26th Nov 2022
1:43:12 AM
Pure of Hart
Return the Stags of the Four Seasons
23rd Nov 2022
9:19:08 PM
Trials by Fire
Complete the Trials of Muspelheim
21st Nov 2022
3:19:24 AM
Ready for Commitment
Fully upgrade one armor set
23rd Nov 2022
8:47:21 PM
Ragnarök
Battle the All-Father
15th Nov 2022
3:07:54 AM
Grave Mistake
Battle King HrĂłlf
26th Nov 2022
1:40:11 AM
The True Queen
Battle GnĂĄ
21st Nov 2022
3:42:46 AM