God of War Celebrates 20 Years with Major Ragnarök Update and Anniversary Collection

A Milestone for Gaming’s Most Epic Saga

Today marks a historic milestone in gaming history as the God of War series celebrates its 20th anniversary. The franchise’s journey began on March 22, 2005, when the original game was released in the USA, later reaching European shores in July of the same year.

Anniversary Celebration Update

To commemorate this landmark occasion, Santa Monica Studio has released the ‘Dark Odyssey Collection’ as a free DLC pack for God of War Ragnarök. This special collection includes a distinctive skin inspired by God of War II’s God Mode reward, featuring black skin with gold tattoos and white eyes for Kratos. The update also introduces Dark Odyssey armor sets for Kratos, Atreus, and Freya, alongside special versions of Kratos’s weapons and shield.

Latest Game Developments

The franchise continues to achieve remarkable success, with God of War Ragnarök having sold over 15 million units since its initial release. In a significant expansion of its reach, the game was made available for PC in 2024, following Sony’s strategy of increasing multiplatform availability.

The latest update has also introduced new gameplay features, including an expanded Edit Appearance option that now covers Kratos’s weapons and shield. This enhanced transmog system allows players to mix and match different equipment visuals and functionalities, giving them more customization options than ever before.

Looking to the Future

According to reliable industry insider Tom Henderson, exciting developments may be on the horizon for the franchise. Reports suggest that the next God of War game might return to the series’ Greek origins, featuring a younger version of Kratos. The God of War franchise remains one of PlayStation’s most prestigious properties, standing alongside other major series like Uncharted and Gran Turismo in the gaming pantheon.