God of War Ragnarok is an action-adventure game developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was initially released on November 9, 2022, for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles.
- Unlocked frame rates (up to 240+ FPS)
- DLSS 3 / FSR 2.0+ support
- Ultra-wide monitor compatibility (21:9, 32:9)
- DualSense controller haptic feedback support on PC (wired)
- A price of $49.99-$59.99 (eventually dropping to $39.99 on sales)
Sites or social media ads claiming to offer a "full free download" of the game are often scams or contain malware. God of War Ragnarök on Steam
"But it says 'No DRM'!" Atreus pointed at a pop-up of a dancing cat. "We could see our journey again. Higher frame rates. Ultra-wide support. We wouldn't have to wait for the Sony gods to grant us a port."
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog: As of January 21, 2025, God of War Ragnarök joined the PS Plus Extra and Premium catalogs. While primarily for console, users can sometimes stream or play these titles depending on their subscription level and local PC streaming availability.
"There are no shortcuts to the summit, Atreus," Kratos said, his voice echoing in the gloom. "If we wish to relive our glory on this 'PC,' we shall pay the silver. We do not invite the Draugr into our motherboard for a 'Free Full Version.'"
The Safe and Recommended Way to Play
Legal Concerns: Piracy violates copyright laws and harms the developers. How to Play Safely on PC
God of War Ragnarök officially launched for PC on September 19, 2024. While you cannot legally get the full game for "free," there are several ways to play it without paying the full $59.99 sticker price or by taking advantage of official promotions. Official Ways to Play for "Free" or Reduced Cost