God of War Ragnarök, the sequel to Santa Monica Studio’s groundbreaking 2018 action-adventure hit, has taken the gaming world by storm since its release in November 2022. Garnering critical acclaim, it became PlayStation’s fastest-selling game and earned a nomination for 2022’s Game of the Year Award. This success has sparked a burning question in the gaming community: will God of War Ragnarök follow in the footsteps of its predecessor and make its way to PC gamers?
The Success Story of God of War Ragnarök
Released on November 9, 2022, God of War Ragnarök was met with overwhelming positivity from critics and gamers alike. It quickly ascended the ranks, becoming the “Best PS5 Game” in a PlayStation poll. Despite falling short in the Game of the Year award to Elden Ring, its emotional Norse narrative and impressive gameplay have firmly cemented it as a modern classic.
A Prospective PC Port: Analyzing the Odds
With its first anniversary approaching, speculation about Ragnarök’s debut on PC is rife. The original God of War saw remarkable success with its PC launch in January 2022, developed in collaboration with Jetpack Interactive. It received a Metacritic score of 93, a testament to its seamless transition to a non-PlayStation platform.
In an interview with Game Informer, creative director Cory Barlog mentioned that the studio is considering its options carefully. The PC port of the original God of War, with its overwhelming positive Steam reviews and minimal technical issues, is a strong indicator that Santa Monica Studios might repeat this success with Ragnarök.
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The Benefits of a PC Port
Bringing Ragnarök to PC would extend its reach, catering to an audience that either does not have access to a PS5 or prefers PC gaming. A PC version would offer enhanced visuals, higher frame rates, and immediate access to the New Game Plus mode, enhancing the gaming experience.
Estimating the Launch Timeline
Herman Hulst of Sony Interactive Entertainment hinted at a potential timeline for PlayStation-to-PC ports, suggesting at least a year’s gap between console and PC releases. Given the four-year gap for the original God of War, Ragnarök might arrive on PC sooner, considering its already established success and the precedent set by its predecessor.
In Conclusion
As we wait for an official announcement, the likelihood of God of War Ragnarök gracing PC screens seems more a question of “when” rather than “if.” The success of the original God of War on PC, combined with Ragnarök’s acclaim, sets a promising stage for its PC debut. Fans can only hope that Santa Monica Studios will bring this epic Norse saga to a broader audience soon.
