The much-anticipated sequel to the highly deserving game of the year, God of War: Ragnarok, just landed a month ago on the PlayStation platform. Fans are extremely excited to continue the journey of Kratos and Atreus as they take the fight to Odin this time around. God of War: Ragnarok is available in five editions, including the standard version. While the game has no DLCs currently, you can enjoy physical and digital goodies by purchasing editions other than the standard edition of the game. Let's check out the five editions of God of War: Ragnarok and see what they come with.
God of War Ragnarok: Standard Edition: $59.99-$69.99
At $59.99 on PS4 and $69.99 on PS5, the Standard Edition of God of War: Ragnarok just includes the base game itself. Additionally, it can only be bought when God of War: Ragnarok arrives since all preorders of the game are the launch edition! The Standard Edition was not available for purchase when the game was announced; it went live only after the game was released.
Pros:
- The cheapest edition of the game
- Enjoy the full base game for an economical price.
- Great choice for someone looking to explore the main story only.
Cons:
- Doesn't include any additional skins or weapons.
- Not available during preorder.
Features:
- Base game
God of War Ragnarok: Launch Edition: $59.99-$69.99
The God of War Ragnarok: Launch Edition comes with the base game, along with a couple of skins. The launch edition was available for preorder, and it is available for the PS4 and PS5. In addition to the game, those who preorder will get the cosmetic items Kratos' Risen Snow Armor and Atreus' Risen Snow Tunic.
The PlayStation Standard Edition and Launch Edition are identical, with the exception that the latter is only available to those who preorder the game. Those who buy the game after November 9 will get the Standard Edition without any pre-order benefits. It's conceivable that after the PS4 and PS5 Launch Editions sell out, cheaper, no-reward versions will replace them at the same price.
The God of War Ragnarok: Launch Edition comes at the same price as the Standard Edition.
Pros:
- Get additional skins for Kratos and Atreus, along with the base game.
- Same price as the Standard Edition.
- Available for preorder.
Cons:
- After launch, there will be a limited supply.
Features:
- Base game
- Kratos's Risen Snow Armor
- Atreus's Risen Snow Tunic
God of War Ragnarok: Digital Deluxe Edition: $79.99
God of War: Ragnarok also has a Digital Deluxe edition on the PlayStation Store for those who would rather play the game without interacting with any physical media at all. There is a $79.99 price tag for this digital deluxe edition, but that does include both the PS4 and PS5 versions of the game. In addition to the Darkdale cosmetics for Kratos and Atreus' armor, the Leviathan Axe, and Blades of Chaos, other pieces of additional media appear in it too. These include a customized theme for the PlayStation 4, an avatar set, music, and a miniature art book produced by Dark Horse.
Pros:
- Digital downloads are available for PS4 and PS5.
- Download the game instantly after purchase.
- Easier to store as compared to a physical disk.
- Get lots of bonus content.
Cons:
- It costs $20 more than the Standard Edition.
- Not a great buy for people who prefer discs for their collection.
Features:
- Darkdale bonus content
- Official soundtrack
- PS4 custom theme
- Avatar Set
- Artbook by Dark Horse
God of War Ragnarok: Collector's Edition: $199.99
The God of War: Ragnarok Collector's Edition is the second most costly version of the game. All of the aforementioned digital and physical bonuses, along with a PS4 or PS5 download copy, can be yours for a total of $199.99. This edition of the game will get you physical merchandise from the game, which is a great buy for a collector or a God of War enthusiast.
Pros:
- There is a lot of digital and physical bonus content.
- Official God of War Ragnarok merchandise
Cons:
- The second most expensive edition of God of War: Ragnarok
Features:
- Every digital item in the Digital Deluxe Edition
- Replica of Thor's Hammer, Mjölnir
- Steelbook Display Case
- Dwarven Dice Set
- Vanir Twins Carvings
God of War Ragnarok: Jotnar Edition: $259.99
Like the Collector's Edition, the Jotnar Edition of God of War: Ragnarok has likewise been highly sought-after despite its $259.99 retail asking price. To make the bundle named after the titans more tempting, Sony has assured that all the Collector's Edition's content is included as a starting point. It is a rare purchase, available only to select buyers who purchase it first. It includes a slew of incredible physical and digital merchandise, including wearable official God of War Ragnarok merch. It is a great purchase for someone who loves God of War: Ragnarok.
Wearable items are one of the Jotnar Edition's reoccurring motifs, as a legendary Draupnir ring and a set of three pins top the benefits that are unique to it. Players who were fortunate enough to preorder the edition will additionally get many silver-finished dice, as well as a fabric map of Yggdrasil. Sony loves to create albums based on the soundtracks of their games, which means it's no surprise that a vinyl record with music from Ragnarok's composer, Bear McCreary, finishes out the bundle.
Pros:
- The top-variant God of War: Ragnarok edition.
- Exclusive content is included.
- Wearable merchandise is included.
Cons:
- Most expensive edition of the game.
- Available in limited quantities.
Features:
- Every digital item in the Digital Deluxe Edition
- Every item in the Collector's Edition
- Bear McCreary's vinyl record with God of War: Ragnarok music
- The Falcon, Bear, and Wolf Pin Set
- The Legendary Draupnir Ring
- Brok's Dice Set
- Yggdrasil Cloth Map
Conclusion
God of War: Ragnarok comes in many different editions, each with a different price tag and targeting different levels of fans. If you are a crazy God of War Ragnarok fan, you should get your hands on the God of War Ragnarok: Jotunar edition, while if you're a casual fan who is just looking for the main story and not interested in bonus content, then the Launch Edition or Standard Edition will do just fine for you. Either way, these were the editions available for God of War: Ragnarok; grab the one that suits you the best!
