Sony and the game developer Santa Monica Studio have unveiled the Dark Odyssey collection, an exciting update for God of War Ragnarök set to launch next week. This update brings a collection of in-game equipment inspired by one of the franchise's most iconic outfits, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the series.

In a detailed PlayStation.Blog post, Sony shared the exciting lineup of content coming to God of War Ragnarök on March 20. This free update, Dark Odyssey, will be available to all players on PlayStation 5 and PC, offering a sleek black-and-gold aesthetic that will enhance the visual appeal of Kratos and his companions as they navigate the realms of Norse mythology. Alongside Kratos, Atreus and Freya will also receive their own unique cosmetic sets, while various shields and weapons will be updated to match the theme.

The highlight of the Dark Odyssey update is undoubtedly the new appearance and armor set for Kratos, reminiscent of a legendary skin from God of War 2 that was exclusive to players who conquered the game on God Mode difficulty. This coveted set can be claimed from any Lost Items chest in the base game or directly in the roguelike Valhalla mode of God of War Ragnarök post-update. Additionally, the update introduces the much-anticipated feature of customizing Kratos' weapons' appearance without affecting their abilities.

God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Update Screenshots

8 ImagesDark Odyssey Armor & Appearance for Kratos

• Dark Odyssey Kratos Appearance
• Dark Odyssey Armor Set for Kratos (Dark Odyssey Breastplate, Dark Odyssey Bracers, Dark Odyssey Belt)

Dark Odyssey Companion Armor

• Dark Odyssey Vestment for Atreus
• Dark Odyssey Witch Frock for Freya

Dark Odyssey Weapon Appearances & Attachments

• Dark Odyssey Leviathan Axe [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Knob [Attachment]
• Dark Odyssey Blades of Chaos [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Handles [Attachment]
• Dark Odyssey Draupnir Spear [Appearance] & Dark Odyssey Hind [Attachment]

Dark Odyssey Shield Appearances & Rönd

• Dark Odyssey Guardian Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Dauntless Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Stone Wall Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Shatter Start Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Onslaught Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Spartan Aspis Shield [Appearance]
• Dark Odyssey Rönd

God of War Ragnarök, released in late 2022, marks a significant milestone in the franchise's history. To honor the series' 20-year legacy, Sony has planned a variety of activities and offers for fans. These include downloadable social media assets available here, an art showcase in collaboration with Los Angeles' Gallery Nucleus, new merchandise, sales, and multiple vinyl releases that span the franchise's history.

Santa Monica Studio expressed their gratitude to the fans, stating, "On behalf of everyone at Santa Monica Studio, we are immeasurably grateful to have had the chance to build the legacy of this series with and for you, the fans of God of War."

For more ways to celebrate 20 years of God of War, fans can look forward to an upcoming PlayStation symphony world tour starting next month. Additionally, insights on why the next God of War title should continue the series' tradition of creativity are available for those eager to see what the future holds for Kratos and his saga.