Let’s be real—you’ve already smashed your way through God of War Ragnarok, yelled at a few Valkyries, and maybe even shed a tear or two (no judgment).
But before you move on to the next big RPG, did you really discover everything this Norse epic has to offer?
Turns out, Santa Monica Studio hid some wild stuff in the Nine Realms—secret armor sets, OP combos, and Easter eggs that even the most hardcore fans are still finding.
So grab your Leviathan Axe, because we’re diving into God of War Ragnarok’s best-kept secrets that’ll make your second playthrough feel brand new.
The Secret Armor Set That Makes You Basically Invincible
(Because who doesn’t want to tank a Valkyrie headbutt?)
Buried in Svartalfheim’s Alberich Hollow (that cave full of shiny crystals), there’s a hidden Legendary chest most players sprint right past. Solve the puzzle by:
- Freezing the geyser with your axe to create a climbable path;
- Smashing the gold ore vein to reveal a hidden chamber.
Inside? The “Berserker’s Cuirass”—a chest piece that boosts strength and restores health on every kill. Pair it with the Dragon Scaled set for a build so broken, even Thor would be jealous.
Pro Tip: this armor scales with NG+, making it a must-grab before the final boss.
Kratos’ Most OP Combo (That No One’s Using)
(Spoiler: it involves punching. A lot.)
The Blades of Chaos get all the love, but the real secret sauce? Kratos’ bare hands. Here’s how to unlock his Spartan Fury combo:
- Unequip all weapons (hold down the weapon-swap button);
- Tap R2 three times, then pause slightly before a fourth punch.
This triggers an unblockable haymaker that sends enemies flying—perfect for staggering those pesky Einherjar captains. Bonus: It looks ridiculously cool.
The Hidden Realm Tear You Definitely Skipped
(Yes, there’s a whole combat challenge you missed.)
In Vanaheim, near the Goddess Falls, there’s a moss-covered wall most players ignore. Use your Draupnir Spear to blow it open, and boom—a secret Realm Tear with a brutal gauntlet of enemies.
Reward? The “Hilt of Hofud”, a relic that freezes time for 5 seconds (Translation: free Runic attacks while everyone else stands around confused).
Atreus’ Secret Arrow Trick for Stupid-Easy Stuns
(Because why fight fair?)
While everyone spams Sonic arrows, there’s a hidden interaction between Sigil arrows and Hex bubbles:
- Shoot two Sigil arrows near a Hex-enemy;
- Detonate them with a Blades of Chaos light attack.
The result? A chain reaction that wipes out entire groups. Works especially well in Muspelheim trials.
The Easter Egg That Lowkey Confirms the Next Game
(You thought that ending was vague? Think again.)
After the credits roll, most players hang up their Leviathan Axe and call it a day. Big mistake. If you return to Tyr’s prison in Niflheim (yes, the same one where you fought fake-Tyr), you’ll find the back wall now sports brand-new carvings that have the fandom losing their minds:
- A Mayan step pyramid (!!) with unmistakable Mesoamerican designs;
- A mysterious figure in green robes wielding a spear that looks suspiciously like an atlatl (ancient dart-thrower);
- Glyphs resembling Mayan numerals near what might be a jaguar deity.
Why This Matters:
- The Green Figure matches descriptions of Kukulkan (the Mayan feathered serpent god) or Quetzalcoatl (his Aztec counterpart). Both are known as bringers of knowledge—and chaos;
- The Spear mirrors Kratos’ Draupnir, suggesting another “foreign weapon” arc like in God of War (2018);
- Santa Monica’s Pattern: they teased Norse realms years before 2018 via murals. This feels very intentional.
Fan Theories Going Wild:
- “Mayan Pantheon” DLC? Unlikely—this feels like sequel bait;
- Time Travel? The numerals could hint at a calendar system (hello, Mayan apocalypse memes);
- Tyr’s Real Journey? Maybe the real Tyr visited other pantheons during his imprisonment.
Santa Monica’s Response? [Crickets.] But Cory Barlog did retweet a fan’s thread about Mesoamerican mythology last year. “Just casual research”, he claims. Sure, Cory.
Bottom Line: whether this leads to God of War 6 or a spin-off, one thing’s clear—Kratos isn’t done smashing pantheons. And if the next game opens with him dragging Atreus through a jungle? We called it first.
BONUS: How to Skip the Draugr Pit in Alfheim (You’re Welcome)
In the Forbidden Sands, there’s a Draugr hole that’s technically mandatory—unless you:
- Stand on the ledge near the entrance;
- Aim your Draupnir Spear at the ceiling’s weak point;
- Use the explosion to launch yourself over the gap.
Congrats, you just saved 10 minutes of unnecessary combat.
So… Ready for That New Game+ Run?
God of War Ragnarok is packed with secrets most players never see—whether it’s game-breaking gear, hidden lore, or just smarter ways to wreck draugr. The best part? Santa Monica keeps adding more with updates (looking at you, Valhalla DLC).
Missed any of these? Boot up your save and go hunting. And hey—if you find a secret we didn’t cover, hit us up. Until then? “Boy!” deserves a break.
P.S. Need more gaming hacks? Check out our Call of Duty Mobile Season 10 breakdown while you’re here.
