God of War: Complete Series Guide for Indian Gamers (2026)

God of War is an action-adventure series centred on Kratos, a Spartan warrior whose journey takes him through Greek and later Norse mythology. If you are new to the series, the 2018 game and God of War Ragnarok provide an easy starting point without requiring you to play every older title first.

• God of War (2018): Available on PS4 and Windows PC through Steam. It introduces the Norse setting and follows Kratos and his son Atreus on a journey that begins a new chapter in the series.
• God of War Ragnarok (2022): Available on PS4, PS5, and Windows PC. It continues directly from the events of the 2018 game, following Kratos and Atreus as they face the events surrounding Ragnarok.
• Earlier God of War games: The Greek-era games explore Kratos' earlier life and conflicts with the Greek gods. These titles were originally released across PlayStation consoles and handheld systems, so availability on current platforms varies by game and service.
• Where should you start? Begin with God of War (2018) and then play God of War Ragnarok if you want to follow the Norse storyline in order. You can explore the Greek-era games separately if you want to learn more about Kratos' past.
• Which platform should you choose? PS5 offers current-generation console features, PS4 is useful if you already own the system, while PC gives you more control over graphics settings depending on your hardware.

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God of War combines action-heavy combat with a story that follows Kratos across two very different worlds. The original games focused on his battles with the gods of Greek mythology, while God of War (2018) moved the series into Norse mythology and introduced his son, Atreus. God of War Ragnarok (2022) continues their journey, expanding the combat, characters, and exploration while bringing the Norse storyline to its conclusion.

God of War (2018) is available on PS4 and PC, while God of War Ragnarok can be played on PS4, PS5, and PC in India. If you need a new console or gaming accessories for your setup,  visit any of Bajaj Finance's 1.5 lakh partner stores — like Vijay Sales, Croma, Reliance Digital, and more — across 4,000 cities, including Tier 2 cities like Jaipur, Lucknow, Kochi, Bhopal, and more in India. Choose your preferred model, then use the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card or Bajaj Finance Easy EMI Loan to finance it. Convert the cost into Easy EMIs that suit your monthly budget and enjoy zero down payment on select models — take it home without any upfront payment. Check your loan eligibility online in minutes so you know exactly what you can get before you step into the store. 

The God of War series has eight main console and handheld releases, split between the Greek and Norse eras. For new players, God of War (2018) followed by God of War Ragnarok (2022) is the simplest play order because the two games tell a connected Norse story.

The Greek-era games focus on Kratos' conflicts with the Olympian gods. God of War (2018) moves the story into Norse mythology and introduces Atreus, while Ragnarok continues their journey.

You can play God of War (2018) on PS4, PS5, and PC, while God of War Ragnarok is available on PS4, PS5, and PC. PC versions of both games are available through Steam.

If you already have a PlayStation 4, you can play both Norse-era games without buying a new console. The PS5 Slim is worth considering if you want current-generation PlayStation hardware and the native PS5 version of Ragnarok.

Yes, play God of War (2018) before God of War Ragnarok if you want to follow the Norse storyline in order. Ragnarok continues directly from the relationships, conflicts, and events established in the 2018 game.

Three things make the first game important:

• Kratos and Atreus: The 2018 game establishes their father-son relationship, which remains central to Ragnarok.
• Norse mythology: You are introduced to important characters, realms, and events that return in the sequel.
• Combat: The game introduces the Leviathan Axe alongside the returning Blades of Chaos, helping you learn the combat system before Ragnarok expands it.

God of War won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2018. If you are exploring story-driven titles alongside the best video games of 2024, playing the 2018 game first gives you the background needed for Ragnarok.

God of War Ragnarok continues the story of Kratos and Atreus during Fimbulwinter, as they travel through the Nine Realms and prepare for the events surrounding Ragnarok. Odin and Thor become major figures in the conflict, while Atreus searches for answers about his identity and future.

The sequel also expands gameplay with:

• Draupnir Spear: Adds a third major weapon to Kratos' combat options.
• Expanded combat: More abilities, enemies, equipment, and ways to use the Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos.
• Nine Realms: The story takes you across all nine Norse realms.
• Kratos and Atreus: Their changing relationship remains central to the story.

You can explore the God of War Ragnarok detailed guide for a closer look at its gameplay, characters, and features.

God of War games available on modern platforms generally cost around Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 4,000, depending on the game, platform, format, retailer, and ongoing sale.

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Choose PS4 if you already own the console, PS5 if you want the current-generation PlayStation experience, or PC if you want greater control over graphics settings and hardware performance.

A PlayStation 4 remains suitable if you already own one and mainly want to play the two Norse games. Consider the PS5 Slim if you are buying a new console and want access to current-generation PlayStation games beyond God of War.

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