Tony Polanco
Tom's GuideGod of War Ragnarök review: Worthy of the gods | Tom's GuideTom's Guide
Published 11/3/2022
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PS4 / PC / PS5 - 11/9/2022
God of War Ragnarök
God of War: Ragnarök is the ninth installment in the God of War series and the sequel to 2018's God of War. Continuing with the Norse mythology theme, the game is set in ancient Norway and features series protagonists Kratos, the former Greek God of War, and his young son Atreus. The game kicked off the events of Ragnarök, where Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as they prepare for the prophesied battle that will end the world.
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- SIE Santa Monica Studio
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- Sony Interactive Entertainment
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James Billcliffe
VG247God of War Ragnarok review: Unmatched action | VG247
Published 11/3/2022
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Read originalFexelea
FextralifeGod of War Ragnarok Review: Game of the Year? - Fextralife
Published 11/3/2022
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Read originalMichael Huber
Easy AlliesGod of War Ragnarok - Easy Allies Review - YouTube
Published 11/3/2022
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Read originalJoshua Duckworth
Game RantGame Rant God of War Ragnarök Review
Published 11/3/2022
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Read originalKevin Dunsmore
Hardcore GamerReview: God of War Ragnarök
Published 11/3/2022
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