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

Sony and game developer Santa Monica Studio have unveiled the highly anticipated Dark Odyssey collection, a thrilling update for God of War Ragnarök that will be available to players next week. This update introduces a range of in-game equipment inspired by one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, promising to enhance the gaming experience for all God of War Ragnarök enthusiasts.

In a comprehensive PlayStation.Blog post, Sony outlined the exciting plans for the God of War 20th anniversary, with the Dark Odyssey collection taking center stage. This free update, set to launch on March 20, will be accessible to all God of War Ragnarök players on PlayStation 5 and PC. The collection boasts a sleek, black-and-gold aesthetic that will elevate Kratos and his companions' appearances as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. Both Atreus and Freya will receive their own unique cosmetic sets, along with an array of stylish options for the player's shields and weapons.

The highlight of the Dark Odyssey collection is undoubtedly the new appearance and armor set for Kratos, reminiscent of a legendary skin previously exclusive to players who conquered God of War 2 on God Mode difficulty. This coveted set, including the Dark Odyssey Breastplate, Bracers, and Belt, can be claimed from any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly in the roguelike Valhalla mode post-update. Additionally, the update introduces a much-requested feature: the ability to customize the appearance of Kratos' weapons 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

God of War Ragnarök, released in late 2022, has set a high bar for the series, and the Dark Odyssey update is just one part of Sony's extensive plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the franchise. Fans can look forward to a variety of other activities and offers, including downloadable social media assets, an art showcase at Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases chronicling the series' history. These can be explored further here.

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, fans can attend an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month, or delve into insights on the creative direction needed for the next God of War title.