Introduction

In an exciting tribute to the iconic 20-year journey of the God of War franchise, Sony and Santa Monica Studio have unveiled the Dark Odyssey collection for God of War Ragnarök, set to be released on March 20, 2023. This free update is available to all players on PlayStation and PC who own the game, making it a perfect opportunity for fans to dive back into the world of Kratos and Atreus.

Dark Odyssey Collection Features

The Dark Odyssey collection is packed with exclusive cosmetic enhancements, including striking black-and-gold-themed armor and weapon skins for beloved characters Kratos, Atreus, and Freya, along with unique gold-tinted weapon and shield designs. Perhaps the highlight of the update is Kratos's Dark Odyssey appearance, featuring a dark skin tone, gold tattoos, and hauntingly solid white eyes. This look pays homage to a costume first seen in God of War II (2007) for players who bravely conquered the game on the challenging God Mode difficulty.

Accessing New Cosmetics

Players can access these stylish new cosmetics from any Lost Items chest in the base game or automatically through the Valhalla roguelike mode once the update drops. Additionally, the upcoming patch introduces a limited transmogrification system, presenting an “Edit Appearance” feature for weapon and shield attachments, allowing players to customize their visual experience while maintaining the original stats and abilities.

Celebration Events

But the celebration doesn’t stop there! Throughout March, Sony is rolling out a stack of activities and exclusive offerings in honor of the franchise’s milestone anniversary. Fans can look forward to a 20th Anniversary Fan Kit for social media engagement, an art exhibition in partnership with Gallery Nucleus in Los Angeles, and a stunning 13-disc Limited Edition vinyl set featuring music from across the series. Moreover, gaming enthusiasts can browse through themed merchandise and partake in sales for both God of War Ragnarök and its critically acclaimed 2018 predecessor, God of War.

Conclusion

Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey filled with new visual flair and celebratory events that showcase the legacy of a franchise that has captured the hearts of gamers for two decades. Don’t miss out on your chance to enhance your God of War experience!