God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla free DLC unveiled - A holiday gift for fans

Santa Monica Studio has made Christmas come early for God of War enthusiasts with the announcement of a free DLC, God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla, at The Game Awards 2023.

Set as a holiday gift for players of God of War: Ragnarok, this surprising revelation brings a wealth of new content and gameplay to augment the gaming experience.

New Journey in Valhalla Featuring Kratos and Mimir

The free DLC, God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla, unfolds as an epilogue to the events of God of War Ragnarok, ushering players onto a new journey accompanying Kratos and Mimir.

After a decisive battle against Odin and Atreus' departure, Kratos finds himself on an unforeseen path, venturing to the enigmatic shores of Valhalla.

With Mimir as his sole companion, Kratos delves into its uncharted depths to conquer inner struggles and confront echoes of his past.

Roguelike Gameplay Elements and Challenges

One of the DLC's standout features is its incorporation of roguelike gameplay elements. Upon Kratos's demise during his journey, he reawakens outside the gates of Valhalla to face challenges anew.

Each attempt presents players with diverse combinations of enemies and surprises. Furthermore, players can accumulate resources with each attempt, facilitating permanent upgrades that influence both Kratos and Valhalla itself.

The game also introduces an adaptability aspect, compelling players to make strategic choices regarding Glyphs, Perks, Runic Attacks, and more, familiar to veteran God of War players.

Flexibility and Accessibility

God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla DLC introduces a total of five difficulty levels, with the highest termed "Show Me Mastery."

The level of difficulty chosen directly impacts the quality of rewards, providing flexibility for gamers to switch between these levels between attempts.

Importantly, the DLC is accessible to players in the midst of God of War: Ragnarok, without the necessity of completing the main storyline or acquiring specific upgrades, although potential spoilers for non-completed storylines should be noted.

Availability and Launch Date

The God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla DLC, free for download and play, is set to launch on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 beginning December 12, exclusively for owners of the God of War: Ragnarok base game in their library.