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 Dark Odyssey collection, an exciting new update for God of War Ragnarök set to launch next week. This free update, arriving on March 20, brings a host of in-game equipment themed around one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, enhancing the visual experience for players on PlayStation 5 and PC.

In a detailed post on the PlayStation.Blog, Sony outlined the 20th anniversary celebrations for the God of War series, with the Dark Odyssey collection taking center stage. This update introduces a sleek black-and-gold aesthetic to the game, ensuring that Kratos and his companions, Atreus and Freya, look their finest as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. Alongside Kratos' new look, players can also customize the appearance of their shields and weapons, adding a fresh layer of personalization without compromising on performance.

The highlight of the Dark Odyssey collection is undoubtedly the new armor set and appearance for Kratos, which pays homage to a legendary skin from God of War 2 that was previously exclusive to players who conquered the game on God Mode difficulty. This coveted set can be claimed from any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly in the roguelike Valhalla mode post-update. Moreover, the update allows players to customize Kratos' weapons' appearance without affecting their abilities, offering a new level of customization and engagement.

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 franchise's history. To honor the series' 20-year legacy, Sony has planned a range of activities and offers for fans. These include downloadable social media assets available here, an art showcase in partnership with Los Angeles’ Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases that encapsulate the franchise's rich 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 looking to celebrate 20 years of God of War, don't miss out on an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month. Additionally, delve into our thoughts on why the next God of War title needs to maintain the series' tradition of creativity.