10 Mind-Blowing Facts about God of War Ragnarök

Fact 1: It Took 5 Years of Development to Craft This Epic

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Fact 2: Explore All Nine Realms of Norse Mythology - From Midgard to Vanaheim

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Fact 3: Kratos Wields New Weapons and Abilities, Including the Draupnir Spear

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Fact 4: Thor, the God of Thunder, is a Major Boss Fight

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Fact 5: Atreus is Playable, Offering Unique Stealth and Ranged Combat

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Fact 6: Side Quests Weave a Rich Tapestry of Norse Lore, Expanding the World

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Fact 7: The Story is Full of Surprises and Twists, Unraveling Ragnarök's Prophecy

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Fact 8: The Emotional Impact Explores Father-Son Bonds and Heavy Decisions

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Fact 9: It's Consistently Praised as a Masterpiece, Earning High Scores and Critical Acclaim

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"Dolly Parton's Dog Show" Fetches Fun and Furry Fashion on CBS

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