God of War Ragnarok Marks 20th Anniversary with Dark Odyssey Cosmetic Update Next Week

Sony, in collaboration with game developer Santa Monica Studio, has unveiled the highly anticipated Dark Odyssey collection for God of War Ragnarök, set to launch next week. This exciting update will bring a wave of in-game equipment themed around one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the God of War series.

In a detailed PlayStation.Blog post, Sony shared the full scope of the God of War 20th anniversary celebrations, with the Dark Odyssey collection taking center stage. Available as a free update on March 20, this collection will be accessible to all God of War Ragnarök players on PlayStation 5 and PC. The update introduces a sleek, black-and-gold aesthetic that promises to enhance the visual appeal of Kratos and his companions as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. Both Atreus and Freya will receive their own unique cosmetic sets, alongside a variety of shields and weapons for players to customize.

The highlight of the Dark Odyssey collection is undoubtedly the exclusive armor set and appearance for Kratos, reminiscent of the legendary skin from God of War 2 that was only unlocked by completing the game on God Mode difficulty. Players can access this coveted content by opening any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly within the roguelike Valhalla mode of God of War Ragnarök post-update. Additionally, the update will introduce the much-requested feature of customizing Kratos' weapons' appearance without affecting 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

God of War Ragnarök, released in late 2022, marks a significant milestone in the series' history. To honor the 20th anniversary, Sony has planned a comprehensive celebration that extends beyond the Dark Odyssey update. Fans can look forward to a variety of activities and offers, including downloadable social media assets, an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases that span the franchise's history.

Santa Monica Studio expressed their gratitude to the fans, 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 20-year celebration of God of War, you can explore an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month or read about why the next installment in the series should continue to push the boundaries of creativity.

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