🎮 It's been nearly 2 years since God of War Ragnarok was released on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Now, the adventures of Kratos and Atreus are headed to PC. Here’s a crash course on 21 things God of War Ragnarok doesn't tell you from the early game.
🚪 Mystic Gateways allow quick movement between realms. You can also use them to refill your health and rage meters.
💰 Breaking random objects can reward you with 3 hacksilver.
⚔️ For an instant kill on smaller enemies, hold the left trigger and press R1 with the Blades of Chaos equipped.
🛡️ You can disable any skill learned in the skill tree by holding triangle if you find yourself relying on it too much.
📜 Upgrade your runic attacks by spending XP, so don’t use it all on the skill tree.
🌳 When traveling on the branches of Yggdrasil, veer off to get extra voice lines from Atreus.
🔍 Check the labors tab in the goals section for extra XP opportunities.
🗺️ If you encounter an undiscovered area, you may need to return later after unlocking new traversal tools.
🐉 Armor can be a great source of crafting resources. Look for creatures that resemble Axels.
⚡ Activate your rage to stagger attacking enemies, especially useful if you miss a parry.
💎 You can hold 60 manual saves if needed.
🛡️ For mini-boss fights, enable checkpoints in the accessibility menu.
🔴 Enemy health bar colors indicate their level:
- Green: Lower level
- Yellow: Same level
- Orange: One level above
- Purple: Two levels above
- Red: Three levels above (run away!)
🧙♂️ Odin's Ravens can be tricky to hit, but a method will be available later to make it easier.
💪 Performing different skills can unlock further upgrades later in the story.
⚔️ The heavy throw on your Leviathan axe is strong and can freeze weaker enemies.
🌀 The Hyperion pull skill on the Blades of Chaos is universally useful for air combos.
👊 Don’t neglect your fists; they build up stun damage effectively.
🔄 Dodge offsetting allows you to continue combos after dodging.
📍 Always consider your positioning in combat to avoid being overwhelmed.
💥 Use all combat resources effectively, including your rage meter and companion's abilities.
🔥 Inflicting status effects like Frost and Burn can turn the tide of battle.
⚡ Power up your axe and blades for increased damage and elemental effects.
🛡️ Choose your shield wisely; the Dauntless Shield rewards parries, while the Stone Wall Shield absorbs damage.
🗡️ Upgrade your weapons and skills as you progress, focusing on those that suit your playstyle.
🧙♂️ Unlocking Atreus's Watchful Protector ability is beneficial for tougher fights.
🏆 Completing side quests can yield valuable rewards and story insights.
🔑 Explore the world of God of War Ragnarok and enjoy the journey!