For those wondering whether God of War Ragnarok has a second ending, well stop wondering because there is most definitely one and it is not one that you would ever want to miss. The electrifying Thor visited Kratos and Atreus as they returned to their home in Midgard in God of War (2018), hinting at what was to come in the sequel.
As a result, fans expected God of War Ragnarok to include one as well, and they were not disappointed. The true ending of God of War Ragnarok occurs after the initial credits scroll that appears when Ragnarok's main questline is completed. The initial credit scroll displays over the game, but the actual ending cutscene is followed by a proper credits screen.
Disclaimer: This article will contain details revolving around God of War Ragnarok and will contain a lot of SPOILERS related to the game. Readers are advised to proceed at their discretion.
What happens at the end of God of War Ragnarok?
Ragnarok (Sutr's final form) and Kratos lead an all-out assault on Asgard at the end of the game. After fighting his way to the city, Kratos confronts Thor and persuades him to be better for the sake of their children. That enrages Odin, who appears and kills Thor, setting up the final battle in which Kratos, Atreus, and Freya team up to defeat Odin in a multi-stage event. The All-Father is eventually vanquished but not killed; nevertheless, after Atreus places his soul into a soul stone, Sindri shatters it, killing the Aesir king.
This ends the fight, as well as Asgard, as Ragnarok stabs Asgard in the heart with his sword. Kratos, Freya, and Atreus narrowly escape with their lives, and the game begins over when Atreus awakens in Midgard. He utilizes this opportunity to say his goodbyes and joins Kratos and Angrboda, who leads them to another shrine. This is revealed to be Atreus' shrine, built by none other than his mother Faye, and depicts the events of Ragnarok's story as they actually occurred, rather than the previously prophesied versions.
This inspires Atreus, and he informs Kratos that he must complete a job on his own, to which Kratos just supports him. After watching Atreus go, Kratos uncovers a hidden shrine behind Atreus' that depicts his voyage from Sparta to Midgard.
Does God of War Ragnarok have a secret ending?
After the conclusion of the main storyline campaign, gamers will embark on Chapter 18 in God of War Ragnarok which is titled “Beyond Ragnarok”. This allows Kratos and his companions to explore the realms, completing various tasks including the secret/second ending. To do so, all one has to do is participate in a favor called “A Viking’s Funeral”, which can be found by talking to Lunda at any of the shops scattered across the realms.
How to unlock God of War Ragnarok’s Secret Ending?
After beginning "Beyond Ragnarok", go to any store in any realm to speak with Lunda. She will request that you travel to Nidavellir to execute the "A Viking Funeral" favor.
Lunda, Raeb, and Durlin can be found at Raeb's Tavern in Nidavellir. They're prepared to give Brok a dignified funeral by transporting his remains to Sved Sands. Here, you will have the chance to pay your condolences to a dear friend and an adored character.
Then travel to Svartalfheim and walk along the coast. The hidden ending will begin rolling out a special cinematic featuring all of the dwarven folk having a traditional Viking funeral for Brok the instant you cross the shore.
Kratos will attend the funeral, followed by Sindri, Brok's brother. They'll eventually go on and push the boat off into the water. Freya will then shoot a fire arrow that lands on the boat, concluding the funeral and transporting Brok to Valhalla in a moving ceremony.
Sindri will then walk away without saying anything, and the full credits will begin to play, with the Blood on the Snow main theme playing in the background.
Are there any other important post-story campaign missions?
Along with this very big ending moment, there are a variety of lesser things and events to discover that will resolve specific characters and events. For those who are interested, here is a list of a few things to keep an eye out for, as well as instructions on how to view everything the God of War Ragnarok's last mission "Beyond Ragnarok" has to offer:
Collect a pouch of Yggdrasil seeds
Return to Sindri's home and speak with Ratatoskr the squirrel; he will offer you a sack of Yggdrasil seeds, which will allow you to travel to all realms and activate any Mystical Gateways you may have missed. Any Stags you've returned will likewise be visible from the side gate to the right of the house.
Return to Midgard to Kratos’ house
Kratos will discover a keepsake from Atreus' travels here.
Go to the Alfheim Canyons
Lunda will insist on Kratos visiting Alfheim, and when he does, he will see Thrud embark on her own quest with a certain hammer.
Visit Niflheim to see a new pathway with an area to explore
There is a new road in Niflheim that leads to a damaged Aesir prison where an Aesir God has been caught and imprisoned.
Go to Freyr’s camp
After rescuing Birgir, Kratos can find him at Freyr's camp, and for speaking with him, Freya would recommend that he travel to Chaurli (Freya's tortoise house) to look after him. Visit Midgard, and Kratos will locate him later. Furthermore, both Hildisvini and Sif may be seen working together at Freyr's camp to convey the Asgardian refugees to Vanaheim, and perhaps bring peace between the two groups.
Visit Jotunheim
Kratos can now access Jotunheim, although only the IronWood forest, thanks to the Mystic Gateways and the packet of Yggdrasil seeds. However, he can converse with Angrboda, learn about Atreus and her murals, and, most significantly, visit and pet the now-giant wolf Fenrir.
FAQs
Q. Is God of War Ragnarok the end of the series?
A. Santa Monica Studio, God of War's developer, has stated that Ragnarok is the final chapter and that God of War will not be expanded into another trilogy.
Q. Is God of War Ragnarok a sequel or a DLC?
A. God of War Ragnarok is not a DLC but a sequel to the 2018 God of War release by Santa Monica Studios and it is the ninth installment in the series.
