God of War Ragnarök review

God of War Ragnarök is the pick for players who want a story told through action. The Steam page describes an epic and heartfelt story: Kratos and Atreus travel to each of the Nine Realms while Odin's forces prepare for a battle that will end the world, and both must choose between their family's safety and the realms'. It is a direct sequel to God of War (2018), so the story lands harder if you know the first game. Combat brings back the Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos and Guardian Shield with new abilities for both characters. The page also says the Valhalla DLC is included at no additional cost, adding a replayable epilogue with roguelite elements. Steam lists single-player only, which suits this list. It is Windows only on Steam and costs $59.99, the same as Red Dead Redemption 2.

Who it is for

action fans who want a father and son story

Price

$59.99 one-time purchase on Steam (US store).

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC. $59.99 Buy on Steam
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• Kratos and Atreus travel to each of the Nine Realms
• Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos and Guardian Shield return
• Valhalla DLC included at no additional cost
• Valhalla adds a replayable roguelite epilogue
• Single-player only on Steam

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: The Valhalla epilogue comes with the purchase
• Strength: Steam lists it as single-player only
• Strength: Story continues directly from God of War (2018)
• Weakness: Works best if you know the 2018 game's story
• Weakness: Windows only on Steam
• Weakness: $59.99 at the US Steam price

Key facts

• Developer: Santa Monica Studio, Jetpack Interactive
• PC release: Sep 19, 2024
• Mode: Single-player
• Included DLC: God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla
• Setting: The Nine Realms

Where it ranks

God of War Ragnarök is No. 4 in our Best Single-Player Games verdict.