Introduction
God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It is the sequel to 2018’s God of War and the ninth installment in the God of War series.
The game is set in Norse mythology, with players controlling the protagonist Kratos, a former Greek God of War, and his son Atreus, as they journey through the Nine Realms of Norse mythology to fulfill a prophecy and prevent Ragnarok, the end of the world.
Gameplay
The gameplay of God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands is similar to its predecessor, with a third-person perspective and a focus on combat and exploration. Kratos and Atreus can use a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat enemies and solve puzzles.
New features in the game include the ability to control Atreus directly in combat, as well as a greater emphasis on exploration and player choice. The game also introduces new enemies and bosses inspired by Norse mythology.
Story
The story of God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands follows Kratos and Atreus as they journey through the Nine Realms of Norse mythology to fulfill a prophecy and prevent Ragnarok, the end of the world. Along the way, they encounter new characters and enemies, and confront their own pasts and relationships.
The game’s story is expected to continue the themes of fatherhood and redemption from the previous game, as well as explore the consequences of Kratos’ actions in Norse mythology.
Release Date
God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands was announced in September 2020, and is expected to be released in 2022 exclusively for the PlayStation 5. However, no official release date has been announced yet.
Production
God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands is being developed by Santa Monica Studio, the same team that developed the previous game. The game’s director is Cory Barlog, who also directed the previous game.
The game is being developed exclusively for the PlayStation 5, and is expected to take advantage of the console’s advanced hardware and features, such as the DualSense controller and 3D audio.
Conclusion
God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands is an eagerly anticipated sequel to 2018’s God of War. The game promises to continue the story and themes of the previous game, while also introducing new features and elements inspired by Norse mythology.
With its stunning graphics, engaging gameplay, and epic story, God of War Ragnarok: The Forbidden Sands is sure to be one of the most exciting and popular games of 2022.