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God of War

The God of War franchise is an action-adventure series that follows Kratos, a Spartan warrior, on his journey through Greek and Norse mythology. It is widely recognized for its intense combat, mythological storylines, and technical innovation. The series has received critical acclaim and numerous awards, making it one of PlayStation’s flagship properties.

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Created by
David Jaffe
TV Shows
God of War
Character(s)
Kratos, Atreus, Athena (God of War), Ares (God of War), Zeus (God of War), Baldur, Thor (God of War), Freya (God of War)
Video Game(s)
God of War: Ragnarok

Kratos Using a Frozen Flame to Upgrade his Axe in God of War Ragnarök
All Frozen Flame Locations in God of War: Ragnarök

Frozen Flames are a key resource that players must obtain in God of War: Ragnarök to upgrade Kratos's primary signature weapon, the Leviathan Axe.

Kratos battling Thor near the beginning of God of War Ragnarok.
God Of War Ragnarök PC: Biggest Differences From PS5

Two years after its original PS5 release, God of War Ragnarok is getting a PC port, with several notable improvements and one major catch.

God of War keyart with Kratos
New God Of War Game Looks More Likely Than Ever Following Santa Monica Studio Listings

A new God Of War game is looking more likely than ever as its developer Santa Monica Studio has posted several new job listings on its site.

Kratos in a custom image for God of War on PS5.
All God Of War Games Playable On PS5 Right Now

The God of War series has reached a total of eight games with Ragnarok, but not all of the PlayStation exclusives are playable on the PS5.

Kratos roaring with anger in God of War
Amazon's God Of War TV Show Should Make This Game Character Its Hero (Not Kratos)

Kratos has led every God of War game in the series so far, but Amazon's TV adaptation would benefit by anointing a different protagonist.

A custom image of Kratos looking angrily down the lens
Amazon's God Of War Show Shouldn't Start From The Beginning (& The Games Prove It)

Amazon's incoming God of War TV show has a lot of source material to work with, but starting the story from scratch would damage the adaptation.

God of War Ragnarok Valhalla Kratos Attacking Enemy in front of Stunning Might Weapon Glyph Ability
10 Best Glyphs To Get First In God Of War Ragnarok Valhalla

The first Glyphs you get in the roguelike Valhalla expansion to God of War Ragnarok determine Kratos' best abilities as you progress through battles.

Kratos performing a strike, winding up with an axe swing, punching forward, and sitting in front of a ring of fire.
God Of War Ragnarök: 10 Best Relics, Ranked

Relics are an important part of combat in God of War: Ragnarök. These, including Hilt Of Hrotti and Glaive Of Dødher, are some of the most useful.

A bearded man with ash-white skin and red tattoos is centered. On the left is a strange landscape where pillars of rock jut out of the ground; some boulders are floating. On the right is a massive stone ring structure, surrounded by what looks like tree roots, growing vertically up around it.
God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla - How To Unlock Burdens of Valhalla

In the Valhalla DLC for God of War Ragnarok, players can activate new challenges for Kratos called Burdens that can reward him handsomely.

In the center of the image is Kratos, activating his Spartan Rage, looking up toward the camera, yelling, and surrounded by red, flame-like miasma. Around the edges of the image are various scenes of Kratos in combat.
10 New Features In God Of War Ragnarök: Valhalla

God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla may be a free DLC, but it still manages to pack in plenty of new content, much of which will entice longtime fans.

Two shots of Kratos wielding the Blade of Olympus in God of War Ragnarok Valhalla.
How To Get The Blade Of Olympus In God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla

Getting the Blade of Olympus, one of the most powerful weapons in the Valhalla DLC for God of War Ragnarok is a worthwhile quest for Kratos.

Tyr and Kratos in God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla.
God Of War Ragnarök: Valhalla Ending Explained In Detail

Although God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla serves as a fun roguelike mode, it also makes significant contributions to the overall narrative of the game.

Kratos from God of War Ragnorak standing in front of an armor upgrade screen.
The Best Upgrades to Get First in God of War Ragnarok Valhalla

In the new God of War Ragnorak: Valhalla DLC, players will want to get as many upgrades as possible to buff Kratos up as much as possible.

A close-up on Kratos from God of War 3 next to Helios' head in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla.
God Of War Ragnarök: Valhalla - Who Helios Is & Why Kratos Decapitated Him

The ancient Greek Sun god plays a major role in God of War Ragnarok’s Valhalla DLC, and his history with Kratos goes back to even before God of War 3.

Kratos from God of War Ragnarok standing in front of a split background. On the left is an environment from Valhalla, and on the right is a close-up on Kratos' eye from God of War 3.
God Of War's Valhalla DLC Has The Perfect Rewards For Longtime Fans

God of War Ragnarok’s free roguelite DLC, title Valhalla, may take place after the base game, but deals a lot with Kratos’ past as an Olympian god.

Kratos standing with Atreus in the tundra.
Amazon's God Of War TV Show: 10 Things We Want To See

Amazon Prime's God of War series could be exciting, bringing the cinematic game to life. Here's our wishlist for the video game adaptation.

Atreus from God of War Ragnarok in snowy forest.
God of War Ragnarök DLC Leaks - How Reliable Are They?

There are rumors of an God of War Ragnarök DLC in development, but are the leaks actually true? As it turns out, it is a possibility.

Custom image of Dwayne Johnson and Kratos from the God of War game
God Of War Game Director Addresses The Rock Kratos Casting Rumors In Amazon Show

God of War game director Cory Barlog addresses the rumors that Dwayne Johnson is in talks to play Kratos in Prime Video's TV adaptation.

A vertically split image showing Selene from Returnal and Link from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess on either side of God of War's Kratos.
Best Game Franchises Never Made Into Movies

From old classics to new releases, there are hundreds of games that haven't been adapted into movies. Here are some of the top titles that should be.

kratos staring menacingly in god of war
How HBO's The Last Of Us Has Put Pressure On God Of War TV Team

The success of HBO's The Last of Us is putting pressure on Prime Video's God of War adaptation, its the game's director Cory Barlog.