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God of War: Ragnarök

Critics Consensus (Play It)

Ragnarök is a masterpiece, featuring great combat and an unforgettable Norse saga that outperforms its predecessor in nearly every aspect.

Game Info

God of War: Ragnarök is the tentative title for the upcoming action-adventure game in development by Santa Monica Studio and to be published by Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). It is scheduled to be released in 2021 for the PlayStation 5 (PS5). It will be the ninth installment in the God of War series, the ninth chronologically, and the sequel to 2018’s God of War. Loosely based on Norse mythology, the game will be set in ancient Norway and feature series protagonists Kratos, the former Greek God of War who remains the only playable character, and his young son Atreus. The game is expected to kick off the events of Ragnarök, a series of events that bring about the end of days and depict the deaths of the Norse gods in Norse mythology.

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Total Reviews: 114

Best PlayStation Exclusive (2022), Nom: Best Action (2022), Editors' Choice,

Platinum TIER

45% of reviewers gave this game a perfect score

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RATING & REVIEWS

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Simon Cardy (IGN)
November 3, 2022
10/10

An enthralling spectacle to behold and an even more exciting one to take the reins of, God of War Ragnarok melds action and adventure together to create a new, unforgettable Norse saga. Impeccable writing, pitch-perfect performances, knockout action – it’s a complete work of art from top to bottom.

Chris Tapsell (Eurogamer)
November 3, 2022
Recommended

Much like its heroes, God of War: Ragnarök learns to love itself for what it truly is: gargantuan, excessive, and wonderfully absurd.

Leon Hurley (GamesRadar+)
November 3, 2022
4.5/5 stars

A beautiful world filled with things to discover, and a fitting close for Kratos’ viking adventure that only misses full marks thanks to a light touch opening half that takes a while to hit its stride.

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Awards & Recognition

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Best PlayStation Exclusive
Best Action Game

God of War: Ragnarök Credits

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DIRECTOR(S):

Eric Williams

PRODUCER(S):

Cory Barlog

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Matt Sophos, Richard Gaubert

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Bear McCreary

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