God of War Ragnarök on PC: Axe-Tossing in 4K, Fury in Every Frame

The long-awaited day has finally come, folks. After more than a year of dodging spoilers and avoiding YouTube videos titled "THAT crazy Odin fight!", PC players can now dive into God of War Ragnarök. This PlayStation masterpiece was hailed as one of the best games of 2022, and now it’s landed on PC with some extra bells, whistles, and...well, frost giants. But is this port worthy of wielding Mjölnir, or is it just a mouse-click away from disaster? Let’s dive in.

Visuals and Performance: Prepare to Pick Your Jaw Up

First things first: God of War Ragnarök looks gorgeous on PC. If you’ve got a high-end gaming rig, you're in for a treat. The game supports 4K resolution, ultrawide monitors, and frame rates higher than Kratos’ body count. With DLSS (for the NVIDIA crowd) and FSR 2.0 (for AMD fans), you don’t need a PC powered by the Bifrost to get smooth performance, either. Even on mid-tier setups, you can get a solid 60fps, making every axe throw and fiery Blades of Chaos combo feel as satisfying as Kratos yelling “BOY!”

If you’re one of those lucky few with a high-end setup, the game will look so good you'll start seeing Norse runes in your sleep. Expect icy peaks, fiery caverns, and lush forests that look like they were pulled straight from the halls of Valhalla. If nothing else, this game will make you realize your real-life neighborhood looks pretty dull in comparison.

Control Freaks Rejoice: Keyboard and Mouse? Absolutely.

As great as God of War Ragnarök looks, you’re probably wondering: "But how does it feel?" Well, I’ve got good news for the keyboard and mouse warriors. The PC version of Ragnarök lets you fully customize your controls. And while the game was originally designed for a controller (because let’s face it, Kratos was born to be played with thumbsticks), the keyboard and mouse option feels surprisingly natural—like watching Kratos take down a dragon with the precision of a pro gamer.

That said, if you have a DualSense controller lying around, plug that bad boy in! The PC port takes full advantage of its haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Every axe swing, shield block, and thunderous step from Thor will rattle through your palms in a way that will make you feel like the God of Thunder himself. Without the hammer, of course.

Gameplay: Just As Epic, With a Few PC Tweaks

Whether you’re new to the series or returning from God of War (2018), Ragnarök delivers in all the right ways. The story picks up where the last game left off, with Kratos and Atreus (yes, the now-not-so-annoying boy) facing the literal end of the world—because why go small when you can go apocalyptic? Combat is still the bread and butter here. The Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos offer a smooth, visceral experience—except now on PC, you can crank up the resolution so you can see the snowflakes hit Kratos’ beard in glorious detail.

But while the gameplay remains familiar, the tweaks for PC help take it up a notch. The AI upscaling and performance options allow you to strike a balance between looking good and running smoothly, even if your PC isn’t exactly built like Asgard. And if you’ve already got a beast of a machine? Well, let’s just say that Kratos has never looked more... chiselled.

PC-Specific Issues: A Few Snags in the Port

Unfortunately, even gods have their off days, and the PC port isn’t entirely perfect. For those gaming in ultrawide (you fancy folks), there’s the occasional stutter during cutscenes. It’s like the game suddenly remembers it’s a console title and needs a quick breather. Nothing game-breaking, but it’s noticeable when Kratos is about to decapitate a giant wolf and suddenly it’s like, “Hang on, gotta load that epic fur texture!”

Also, if you’re rocking a slightly older GPU, you might experience some performance hiccups or bugs here and there. The good news is these are generally rare, and the developers are expected to patch any remaining issues quicker than Odin can say, “Ragnarök.”

Final Verdict: Worth the Wait? Absolutely.

So, is God of War Ragnarök on PC worth your time and money? In short, yes. This isn’t just another rushed PC port—Santa Monica Studios clearly put time and effort into optimizing this game for the master race (ahem, PC gamers). The visuals are stunning, the gameplay is still tight, and the control options make it feel right at home on your desk setup.

Despite a few minor issues, this is one of the best PC ports we’ve seen in a while. If you haven’t played Ragnarök yet, or if you just want to experience Kratos in full PC glory, now is the time. Just don’t be surprised if you start yelling, “BOY!” at your monitor.

Score: 9.5/10

For:

• Eye-popping visuals with 4K and DLSS/FSR support

• Smooth, customizable mouse and keyboard controls

• Full DualSense controller integration for immersive gameplay

• Includes all post-launch DLC and updates

Against:

• Occasional stuttering in ultrawide cutscenes

• A few performance bugs with older GPUs

• FOV and mod support could be better for PC