God of War Ragnarok Marks 20-Year Anniversary with Dark Odyssey Cosmetic 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 brings a range of in-game equipment inspired by one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the God of War series.

In a detailed PlayStation.Blog post, Sony outlined the various offerings that will be available as part of the anniversary celebrations. The Dark Odyssey collection stands out as a major highlight, offering a free update to all God of War Ragnarök players on PlayStation 5 and PC on March 20.

The update introduces a sleek, black-and-gold aesthetic to the game, enhancing the visual appeal of Kratos and his companions as they navigate Norse mythology. Alongside Kratos, both Atreus and Freya will receive their own unique cosmetic sets. Additionally, players can customize the appearance of various shields and weapons, adding a new layer of personalization to the gameplay experience.

The centerpiece of the Dark Odyssey collection is a special appearance and armor set for Kratos, reminiscent of a skin previously exclusive to players who conquered God of War 2 on God Mode difficulty. This coveted set can be unlocked by accessing any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly within the roguelike Valhalla mode post-update. Moreover, the update will introduce the much-anticipated feature allowing players to customize Kratos’ weapons' appearances 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 Star 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. Sony’s comprehensive celebration of the series' 20-year history extends beyond this update, featuring a variety of activities and offers for longtime 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 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 further ways to celebrate 20 years of God of War, fans can look forward to an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month and delve into discussions on why the next installment should continue the franchise's tradition of creativity.