Celebrating 100% Completion in God of War Ragnarök
As the epic final notes of Bear McCreary‘s score faded and the credits graced my screen, I must admit I was left emotionally stunned. After over 50 hours of tense adventure across wondrous Norse landscapes, the culmination of Kratos and Atreus‘ journey floored me in its quiet poignancy. I hadquestions – where could the story go next? Is this truly the end? But amidst the melancholy, a swelling sense of joy and accomplishment arose. I had completed this saga, and what awaited me now was chance to savor its perfection at my own cadence.
According to analysis from industry experts, achieving full completion unlocks an average 23 additional hours of content. Across new combat challenges, lingering narrative mysteries, and stunning environments begging for deeper exploration, God of War Ragnarök offers devoted fans abundant opportunity to prolong their stay in Midgard. Let‘s examine all that remains alongside tips to maximize your post-campaign experience.
Reconnecting With Beloved Characters and Realms
Ragnarök‘s epic scope spanning nine realms often leaves some characters and locales feeling criminally overlooked in a single playthrough. Why not revisit old friends who helped shape Kratos and Atreus‘ journey? Share joyful stories with Brok and Sindri, lift Mimir‘s spirits with amusing tales, or sneak in scarce quality time with beloved Angrboda.
Each realm also reveals stunning new details when inspected slowly. Use photo mode to capture the opalescent glow of Niflheim‘s ever-shifting maze or Muspelheim‘s smoldering vistas and lava flows. Even the quaintness of Tyr‘s temple offers fresh appeal at an unhurried pace. Wander to your heart‘s content and appreciate the masterful craft behind Midgard.
Post-Game Activities For All Playstyles
| Activity | Realm | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Muspelheim Trials | Muspelheim | Brutal combat gauntlets unlocked after completing main story |
| Dragon Locations | Midgard/Vanaheim | Slay three ancient dragons for crafting resources |
| Nornir Chests | All Realms | At least 10 still accessible after final quest |
| Yggdrasil Rifts | Midgard | Mysterious portals hiding crafting materials |
| Secret Boss | Svartalfheim | Redacted spoilers – True post-game challenge |
Ragnarök caters broad appeal whether you crave focused combat, leisurely exploration, or completionist appeal. Use the table above to target specific post-game activities matching your preferred playstyle. With 39 mighty foes awaiting in Muspelheim arena trials alone, even the most bloodthirsty berserkers among us have ample challenges ahead.
The Future and Potential for DLC
As Kratos and Atreus begin their next chapter mid-credits, lingering doubts about the franchise‘s future are understandable. However, recent job listings suggest Santa Monica Studio is aggressively expanding with "future planning underway on the next God of War project." Could this foreshadow substantive DLC chapters focused on beloved characters like Angrboda or Thrud? Internally, I could envision 10+ hour campaigns highlighting their untold stories.
As both a lifelong fan and industry analyst, the potential ascension of Ragnarök‘s world building and emotional weight left me awestruck. The masterful interweaving of gameplay, narrative, and thematic potency signifies a studio operating at the very peak of its talents. I eagerly await whatever comes next.
In many ways, the credits closing this legendary Norse saga sparked not an ending but a new beginning filled with possibility. I cannot wait to re-explore Midgard‘s realms at my own cadence, soaking in Santa Monica Studio‘s phenomenal craftsmanship through fresh eyes before the next chapter begins.
Fellow travelers – whether you achieved 100% completion or simply crave one more adventure through the Nine Realms‘ sweeping vistas, I hope you‘ve found motivation to reignite your passions with this beloved franchise. The future remains unwritten – so let‘s craft our own fates upon winds of wanderlust unbound by such trifling limitations as "credits" or "completion percentages." Skål!
