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

Sony and game developer Santa Monica Studio have unveiled the Dark Odyssey collection, an exciting update for God of War Ragnarök set to launch next week. This update introduces a range 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 various elements of their God of War 20th anniversary celebrations, with the Dark Odyssey collection taking center stage. This free update, scheduled for March 20, brings a sleek black-and-gold aesthetic to the game, enhancing the visual appeal of Kratos and his companions as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology.

The update includes cosmetic sets for Atreus and Freya, along with a variety of new looks for the player's shields and weapons. However, the highlight is undoubtedly the Dark Odyssey appearance and armor set for Kratos, reminiscent of a skin originally exclusive to players who conquered God of War 2 on God Mode difficulty. Players can access this content by opening any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly in the roguelike Valhalla mode post-update. Additionally, the patch introduces the much-anticipated 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' 20-year history. Sony's celebration extends beyond this update, offering a range of activities and promotions for long-time fans. These include downloadable social media assets (available here), an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases chronicling the franchise's journey.

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 more ways to celebrate 20 years of God of War, consider attending the upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month. Additionally, delve into our thoughts on why the next God of War title should continue the franchise's tradition of creativity.