Developer – Santa Monica Studio, Jetpack Interactive

Publisher – PlayStation Publishing LLC

Platforms –  PS4/5,PC (Reviewed)

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The following mini-review is a review of the PC Version of God of War Ragnarok and the updates/changes it brings to PC, For a more in-depth review see our Past Console Review Here

God of War: Ragnarok continues the story of Kratos and his son Atreus, set in the Norse realms, three years after the events of the previous game. The story begins with Fimbulwinter, the harsh winter prophesied to precede Ragnarok, already in full swing. As the realms fall deeper into chaos, Atreus becomes increasingly curious about his identity as Loki and the role he is meant to play in the looming apocalypse. Kratos, wary of his son’s destiny and the bloodshed that typically accompanies the gods, hopes to avoid war. However, their peace is shattered when Thor and Odin arrive at their home, threatening them and pushing them toward a conflict they cannot escape.

Atreus’ desire for answers propels him and Kratos on a journey across the Nine Realms, as they encounter allies and enemies alike. Freya, who once sought vengeance on Kratos for killing her son Baldur, reluctantly joins their cause after being freed from a curse that binds her to Odin. As they uncover more about Ragnarok, Atreus learns of the giants’ hidden prophecies and begins questioning his relationship with his father. While Kratos is reluctant to let Atreus venture alone, their differing views on fate and destiny lead to moments of tension as Atreus embarks on personal quests, including his encounters with characters like Angrboda and the powerful god Tyr, whom they seek to help fight against Asgard.

As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Ragnarok is inevitable. The father-son duo ultimately rallies allies, including the dwarves Brok and Sindri, the valkyrie queen Sigrun, and even Mimir. The climactic battle for Asgard is a grand spectacle of gods, monsters, and armies. Kratos, struggling with his past as the Ghost of Sparta, faces critical choices about leadership, compassion, and whether he can break free from the cycle of violence that has defined his existence. Atreus, coming into his own as Loki, is forced to make a monumental decision about his future.

In the end, Ragnarok unfolds with devastating consequences. While the battle leaves Asgard in ruins and many gods, including Thor and Odin, fall, the game concludes with a sense of hope. Kratos and Atreus part ways, with Kratos embracing a new vision of peace for the future and Atreus setting off on his own journey to find the remaining giants. The game masterfully intertwines themes of destiny, fatherhood, and redemption, as Kratos’ character continues to evolve from a vengeful god-killer to a more introspective and empathetic father.

The PC version of God of War: Ragnarok brings significant improvements, maximizing the platform’s power for an enhanced experience. One of the key updates is unlocked framerates and true 4K resolution, allowing for smoother gameplay and sharper visuals. Enhanced reflections, lighting, shadows, and increased geometric detail further elevate the game’s stunning environments, making the world even more immersive.

The game also supports advanced upscaling technologies, including NVIDIA DLSS 3.7, AMD FSR 3.1, and Intel XeSS 1.2, enabling players to enjoy higher graphical settings and resolutions without sacrificing performance. NVIDIA Reflex technology is also integrated, reducing input lag for faster, more responsive gameplay during combat.

Additional features like support for ultra-wide and super ultra-wide displays (21:9 and 32:9) provide a more expansive view of the Nine Realms. Players can customize controls with full gamepad and mouse/keyboard support, and those using the DUALSENSE® controller can enjoy haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Spatial 3D audio rounds out the experience, enhancing in-game sound immersion.

The PC version of God of War: Ragnarok truly sets the gold standard, with a suite of advanced technical enhancements that make it the definitive way to play. With ultra-sharp 4K graphics, Reduced input lag and unlocked framerates. If you’re looking for the best possible version of Ragnarok, the PC release delivers on every front.