When Sony's Santa Monica Studios released the first installment in its Norse saga in 2018, God of War, said game was met with universal acclaim. Players and critics were overflowing with praise for the game's story, characterizations, gameplay, and aesthetic, seeing God of War as a significant upgrade when compared to the previous games. A sequel was inevitable, and when God of War Ragnarok was confirmed in 2020, fans couldn't be more excited for the return of Kratos and his son Atreus. Set to bring the Norse chapter to a close, God of War Ragnarok will be the ninth installment in the God of War series and could feature a big shake-up for the franchise.