God of War Ragnarok Marks 20-Year Anniversary with Dark Odyssey Update Next Week

Sony and game developer Santa Monica Studio have announced the exciting Dark Odyssey collection, an upcoming update for God of War Ragnarök that's set to launch next week. This update is a nod to the franchise's rich history, featuring in-game equipment themed after one of the most iconic outfits in the series.

In a detailed PlayStation.Blog post, Sony unveiled its comprehensive plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of God of War, with the Dark Odyssey collection taking center stage. This free update, slated for release on March 20, will be available to all God of War Ragnarök owners on both PlayStation 5 and PC.

The Dark Odyssey collection boasts a sleek, black-and-gold aesthetic, promising to elevate 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. Additionally, the update extends to a variety of the player's shields and weapons, offering a fresh look for your arsenal.

The highlight of the Dark Odyssey collection is undoubtedly the armor set and appearance for Kratos, which pays homage to a legendary skin from God of War 2—previously exclusive to players who conquered the game on God Mode difficulty. This coveted set can be claimed from any Lost Items chest within the base game or directly in the roguelike Valhalla mode upon the update's release. Moreover, the update introduces the long-awaited feature to customize Kratos' weapons' appearance without compromising their abilities.

God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Update Screenshots

8 ImagesDark Odyssey Armor & Appearance for Kratos

• Dark Odyssey Kratos Appearance
• Dark Odyssey Armor Set for Kratos (Dark Odyssey Breastplate, Dark Odyssey Bracers, Dark Odyssey Belt)

Dark Odyssey Companion Armor

• Dark Odyssey Vestment for Atreus
• Dark 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

Since its release in late 2022, God of War Ragnarök has captivated fans, and this update is just a part of Sony's broader celebration of the franchise's 20-year legacy. The festivities include a variety of engaging activities and offers, such as downloadable social media assets (available here), an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, multiple vinyl releases chronicling the franchise's soundtrack, and much more.

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 fans looking to immerse themselves further in the celebration, an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour is set to begin next month. Additionally, for insights into the future of the series, you can explore why the next God of War title needs to be as innovative as its predecessors.