Today, we take a look at the SteamDeck. Valve’s handheld is a fantastic treasure trove of goodness, whether players enjoy playing on the go, or just sitting on their couch. Here at Fextralife, we enjoy great RPGs, so it’s a good thing that the deck has these in spades. As such, we are going to take a look at some of the Best RPGs on the SteamDeck, in no particular order. 

The SteamDeck was one of 2022’s biggest surprise hits. Since its release last year, it has consistently been in the Top 10 Sellers on Steam (as it’s part of their catalog, despite being hardware). This feat has been even more surprising as the handheld PC is unavailable in all markets, and a different company is selling it in some parts of Asia. 

Without further ado, here are some of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. 

Persona 5 Royal

ATLUS’ enhanced version of their mega-hit life simulator JRPG, Persona 5 Royal, is a perfect candidate for the Deck. It has players follow the life of a simple student turned extraordinary as he gets entangled in a complex web of intrigue and founds The Phantom Thieves of Hearts. He and his group enter the minds of the evil and corrupt of the world (well, mostly Japan) and force them to change their hearts for the better. 

Persona 5 Royal’s daily format is quite perfect for the Steam Deck. Players need to balance their everyday life during gameplay, alternating between attending classes, making friends, training their stats, infiltrating minds, or just general goofing off. Anything and everything will have a consequence later on down the road. But since you can play at a leisurely pace, and the fact that you handle things one day at a time, means you can easily pick up and play the game. 

Persona 5 Royal was released originally way back for the PlayStation 4 but has been available on PC since October 2022. Since then, it has sold over 3.3 million units across all platforms. Its regular price of $59.99 is already a steal considering the quality and quantity you get for a purchase. It also sits at a 97% Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam, with over 27,000 reviews. 

Diablo II: Resurrected

Blizzards’ resurrection of an all-time classic is one of the best RPGs available on the SteamDeck. Battle Diablo once more in fully enhanced visuals with some added QoL, just for good measure. Players can select one of the 7 classes, Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Sorceress, Paladin, Assassin, and Amazon. 

Diablo II: Resurrected is the perfect grindy game that you can play on the go in short bursts (but let’s be honest, most of us would probably end up playing for hours on end). The remaster added perfect controller support that translates well into the SteamDeck. As you can map several skills to multiple buttons, some may even argue that playing with a controller is easier than with the mouse and keyboard since you can only have one “active” skill using this control scheme. Since the handheld also has back paddles, we can add even more buttons and hotkeys for all of our deadly abilities. 

Performance Resurrected

The SteamDeck is also able to put out a respectable performance with the game. It runs beautifully on medium settings, with a locked 48 FPS framerate. The game’s text may be a bit small at times, especially during dialogue, but is otherwise perfectly playable. 

The installation of Diablo II: Resurrected isn’t as straightforward as other titles on this list, however. As the game isn’t natively sold on Steam, it doesn’t appear by default in SteamOS’ interface. This can be easily circumvented by entering the Deck’s desktop mode and adding the Battle.net installer as a non-Steam game. Once this new entry is run, you can install the client, as well as any Blizzard game without much trouble. 

Another bonus here is that we were able to test Diablo IV on the SteamDeck as well during the latest Open Beta and Server Slams. It also gets very acceptable performance, with framerates hovering between 40 to 60 fps, depending on the location. Diablo IV is thus also a candidate for one of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. 

Divinity Original Sin 2

Moving back into the turn-based space, we have Larian’s Divinity Original Sin 2. The epic sandbox of epic proportions is a great title to play on the Deck, as we don’t need lightning-fast reflexes to keep us on our toes. Great strategy and thinking outside of the box are what matter in a Larian game, and this is highlighted to the highest degree in DOS2. 

The 2017 smash RPG hit is sure to provide players with dozens, if not hundreds, of hours of gameplay. It brings back the “roleplaying” in RPGs as it offers unparalleled freedom of choice in approaching encounters. Players can choose to blast their foes into oblivion with superior tactics, overpower them with brute force (and a ton of explosive barrels), or avoid fights entirely by finding secret passages. There is a ton of flexibility in Divinity Original Sin 2, the limits only ever being your imagination. 

Visuals can get a bit noisy on the SteamDeck, especially since the game has a lot of particle effects when fire and poison are in play (and in Divinity games, they almost always are). But since fights are purely turn-based, you can make decisions in your own time. 

Despite it being the sequel to the first Original Sin, players can also jump right into Original Sin 2 without a problem. The world is extremely detailed and explains things quite easily with its amusing writing. 

Divinity Original Sin 2, one of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck can be purchased for $44.99, though it frequently goes for a 60% cut during Steam Sales. It also sits at an Overwhelmingly Positive rating, with over 140,000 reviews as of writing. 

Elden Ring

FromSoftware’s magnum opus, Elden Ring, is one of our favorite games and one of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. The gargantuan Souls game offers players an extremely huge and detailed world to explore at their own pace. As the Tarnished, it is your goal to reach the Erdtree that is ever present, looming over the horizon. You must do everything in your power to obtain the power of the Elden Ring and ascend to become the next Elden Lord of the Lands Between. 

Performance-wise, the game can struggle in some of the bigger areas, though it is not too frequent. Players will need to set their expectations, as FromSoftware can sometimes be considered not to be the best when it comes to PC port performance. As such, the game floats around 30 to 40 FPS with medium settings, which is a good compromise between visual fidelity and framerate. It also definitely runs much smoother when you’re indoors, which is where most of the more challenging bosses lurk.  

Elden Ring was a monumental moment in gaming when it was released in February of 2022. It received so much critical acclaim, even winning Game of the Year at The Game Awards and the Fexys. It sold over 20 million units and has an expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, on the way. FromSoftware and Bandai Namco are also working on a new project in parallel, Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon. 

Triangle Strategy

Coming in from Square Enix is one of their entries into the 2D/3D RPG Hybrid, Triangle Strategy. The RPG is inherently political, as it concerns a decades-long war between the greatest factions of the fantasy land of Norzelia. As it turns out, the disputes all basically boil down to control over precious minerals, such as iron and salt. 

Triangle Strategy is quite heavy on the choices as well. The player’s values will truly be tested, but the decisions do not only lie on their shoulders. Most of the more impactul choices that affect the land as a whole must be put to a vote, as one mere mortal isn’t deserving to decide the fate of the entire nation. Players who truly want to make a difference must gather their allies and convince them that your point of view is the best. 

The game also runs quite well on the SteamDeck, which is not surprising due to its simple art style. But when we say simple, that is in no way bad, as Square Enix has created such a charming balance between pixel art and 3D backgrounds. The game looks both nostalgic and new with its perfect medley of different elements, and is sure to evoke a swathe of emotions from any player. Perhaps the only downside for Triangle Strategy is that of its steep asking price of $60. But it does regularly go on sale for at least 50% off. 

Tales of Arise

Continuing on with the JRPGs, we have Tales of Arise as another entry of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. It follows the tales (heh) of Alphen and Shionne, two people from literally different parts of the world. There is an ancient divide between the Renan and Dahnan peoples, and as expected there is much resentment between both races. It is up to the duo to explore the world and free it from the shackles of this hundreds of years old strife. 

Tales of Arise is an extremely visually lovely game, be it on the SteamDeck or any other platform. It makes use of what it calls an “Atmospheric Shader” to create striking graphics that take inspiration from older anime and watercolor. Everything just pops out of the background and is quite eye-catching. Similarly, combat is also just as visual. You control four characters that you can freely swap between, casting “Arts” skills that lead to devastating combos. 

There is also much to explore in Tales of Arise. Just like any good RPG, there are tons of sidequests to partake in, dungeons to explore, loot to pillage, and fights to overcome. Expect over 50 hours of gameplay with this one. It also sold extremely well, managing to get over 1 million sales in a little over a week. Unfortunately, the developers have also confirmed that there are no plans for a sequel. 

Hogwarts Legacy

Next up is a foray into the wonderful wizarding world of Harry Potter in Hogwarts Legacy. This is one of the best open-world games and best RPGs on the Steam Deck. If you’ve ever grown up bitter because your Hogwarts acceptance letter got lost in the mail, then this game is the perfect title for you. 

Hogwarts Legacy excellently encapsulates what it’s like to become a student at the aforementioned school. You can become your own witch or wizard, and explore the castle grounds, discover fantastic beasts, brew bubbling potions, and more. 

You can roleplay as some of your favorite characters in the harry potter universe, such as Harry Potter, Dumbledore, or even Voldemort with his Unforgivable Curses. There are tons of spells and equipment to collect, quests to partake in, and enemies to defeat. Additionally, you have the ever-changing Room of Requirement to call your own, customizing it to your heart’s content. 

Just like Elden Ring, SteamDeck players may need to set their expectations when it comes to performance. Since Hogwarts Legacy is a AAA game released just this 2023, it is a bit demanding in terms of hardware. The game is perfectly playable at 30 FPS with medium settings and AMD’s FSR in effect. 

Hogwarts Legacy is available directly on Steam for $59.99. It sits at 92% Very Positive, across 140,000 reviews. Be sure to check out our Hogwarts Legacy Review to find out why it’s one of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. 

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

CDProjekt Red’s grand masterpiece needs no introduction. Follow Geralt on his third major game as he explores the lands of Novigrad and Skellige and everything in between. His ultimate quest is to find and rescue his adoptive daughter, Ciri. Along the way, he takes monster-slaying contracts, explores a bunch of caves, gets in tons of fistfights, and even plays rounds and rounds of Gwent. 

The Witcher 3 features dozens of intricately woven storylines that are sure to evoke a lot of different kinds of emotions. Since there are so many sidequests, it can be easy to just take up one in a short gaming session, perfect for a handheld like the SteamDeck. You can think of one sidequest as its self-contained episode of your favorite show, played out through one session. 

CDProjekt has even included a graphics preset specifically for the SteamDeck so most players can expect a nice experience right out of the box. Even though its free next-gen update upped the ante quite a bit, The Witcher 3 is still perfectly playable on Valve’s handheld. 

The Witcher 3 just got its version 4.03 update as well, so we can be sure that the developers aren’t leaving it behind despite also working on The Witcher 4 and consulting on The Witcher Remake. 

Chained Echoes

Those on the more nostalgic side of RPGs may find Chained Echoes quite interesting. Developed by one person, this pixel-art RPG invokes memories of the 16-bit era of games, such as from the SNES. It is a turn-based JRPG wherein the player follows a charming cast of characters and their adventures throughout three different kingdoms. 

It is also heavily narrative-driven, and players can expect a playtime of about 40 hours if they try and finish everything. Player choice will also be put at the forefront, as the game’s choices will matter in the long run. 

While Chained Echoes may pay homage to JRPGs of the past, that doesn’t mean that it’s fully trapped within that era. The developer has put some quality-of-life stuff into the game. For example, there are no random battles here. Instead, enemies appear on the exploration map. When you engage them, you aren’t brought to a separate battle screen that looks only loosely like the original environment. 

Oh, and there are robots and ridable airships. What’s not to love? Chained Echoes is the perfect title to jump into while you’re waiting for another 16-bit love letter, Sea of Stars. 

Disco Elysium – The Final Cut

As we go down deeper into some story-focused games, we can’t forget about Disco Elysium. We play as an eccentric detective in the fictional town of Revachol. It is chock full of political unrest, unforgettable characters, and a healthy dose of murder. 

Just like Divinity 2, Disco Elysium brings “roleplaying” to the center stage and it does so with much gusto. Players will have a nearly limitless amount of choices on how to approach different situations. What’s further made special about the title is that it achieves this without a single bit of combat. Everything is done through dialogue, examination, and skill checks.

Speaking of skills, our detective has 24 extremely unique ones. They fall into the “usual” categories of RPGs, such as Intellect and Physique but that’s where the similarities end. For example, Intellect itself is split into 6 different skills, including Logic, Encyclopedia, Rhetoric, Drama, Conceptualization, and Visual Calculus. Each of them represents a smaller part of our mind that makes up the whole person. Sometimes we can even talk to our abilities, mimicking peoples’ internal monologues with themselves. 

The Final Cut free update was also extremely substantial, as it added new political vision quests, full controller support, and most impressive, full voice acting. This is truly a feat considering how much text there is in the game. The text on the Deck may be quite small by default, but there is a font size modifier that you can tinker with to your liking. If you’re looking for one of the best narrative RPGs out there, you can’t go wrong with Disco Elysium. 

Best RPGs on the SteamDeck Honorable Mentions:

Guild Wars 2

ArenaNet’s game, Guild Wars 2, is the only MMO on our list but it is also one of the best RPGs on the SteamDeck. While the always-online nature of the genre is not something you’d typically want for a handheld, Guild Wars 2 truly shines when you’re lounging around at home. It offers so much class diversity since each base class has distinct sub-classes available to them thanks to the many expansions. 

Guild Wars 2 also does not bombard players with too many active skill choices, compared to World of Warcraft or even Final Fantasy XIV. Instead, players have 5 skills that are defined by their weapon choices, a heal, four alternative skills, and an ultimate. Because the SteamDeck has customizable controls as well as back paddle buttons, you can assign almost everything to a simple button press. 

The MMO also focuses heavily on PVE (though there are still some PVP modes available). Players get to explore dozens of unique maps, many of which have their own “meta event” ongoing that requires the entire map’s cooperation. This makes you truly feel like the world is massive as one player alone can’t complete everything a region has to offer. 

Mass Effect Legendary Edition

Bioware and EA’s Mass Effect Legendary Edition is another amazingly good RPG on the SteamDeck – when it works. It is an outstanding game in its own right, made even better by including three full-sized remastered games in one package. The only caveat here is that EA’s Origin App was overhauled into the EA App, which tends to break on the SteamDeck whenever there are major updates. Due to this, the game does take a lot of tinkering from time to time, making the experience less seamless than one may want. 

But otherwise, the Legendary Edition is an extremely satisfying space drama that encompasses the entire universe. The grand scale of things, accompanied by seeing how your choices affect the galaxy, is quite the experience. The Mass Effect games also have some of the best companions around, especially Tali and Garrus. 

Wrapping Up the Best RPGs on the SteamDeck

The SteamDeck is an impressive piece of hardware, capable of many great things. What do you think of the handheld? What’s your favorite game to play on the go? Let us know! 

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Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review – In this Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review, we’ll be diving into Fatshark’s next foray into the Warhammer universe. It’s not Vermintide 3 but it’s a new beast altogether… more or less. Is the story remarkable? How different is the gameplay before and after the launch? Are there other aspects of the game that make it stand out compared to other FPS and hack-and-slash titles? We’ll answer all of these and more!

Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review – Exceptionally Fun But Half-Baked

Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review – Story & Setting 

In Darktide, you take on the role of one of society’s rejects to join forces with the Inquisition in the hopes of obliterating the forces of Nurgle, the Chaos God of Disease, Pestilence, and Decay. As to why they would ever want to be involved with him in the first place is anyone’s guess but you’d be surprised by the huge number of his followers. Do you and your allies have what it takes to punish these despicable heretics for their sins? Will you stand by the God-Emperor all throughout or will you consider joining Nurgle as your faith wanes?

Unfortunately, none of these questions will be answered, at least not any time soon. Fatshark’s plan is to periodically add campaigns to expand the story, much like in Destiny 2. As it stands, however, Darktide’s plot is plain and uninspired even if it’s being penned by none other than Warhammer author, Dan Abnett. For the most part, upon hitting certain “trust levels”, short cutscenes will show how the Inquisition feels about recruiting you. The confidence level of these one-dimensional characters pretty much increases the more enemies you kill and the further you progress.  It’s as simple as that.

This is such a shame and a wasted opportunity because the Warhammer universe consists of so many memorable characters and events. Not to mention the countless factions that you’ll come across like the Tech-Priests of Mars, Sisters of Battle, Space Marines, and the almighty and nearly immortal Necrons. Adding in collectibles, notes, and intelligent NPCs to tell tales about Tertium before and after its downfall would’ve changed the experience for the better.

Unlike the story that’ll leave you starving, the setting is thankfully the exact opposite. From the very first time you boot up Darktide, you’ll immediately notice how much work Fatshark has placed in creating Atoma Prime, and in particular, Tertium, which is one of the cities ruled by the Imperium of Man.

They excellently nailed the grimdark atmosphere of Warhammer 40K in ways that were once only confined to the books and tabletop. Even if some locations are as bright as day similar to the dangerous deserts of Mad Max, the overall tone of the game remains the same, and is in sync with the lore – grim and dystopian. The sprawling city complexes, especially the darker ones, are oppressive to the point that I couldn’t help but question the tyrannical methods of the God-Emperor himself. (Yes, I’ll be branded as a heretic!)

Each one of these locations is meticulously designed from tall towers adorned with skulls to Servitors whose bodies are molded into Medicae Stations. Just like us, these prisoners couldn’t escape their fate. Luckily, for us though, we still have the mental faculty to choose the weapons to wield and the missions to participate in, which brings me to my next point – the gameplay.

Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review – Gameplay

In the Mourningstar, you’ll be choosing from several mission types, some of which have secondary objectives and special conditions that make encounters challenging and more engaging at the same time. For instance, the Power Interruption Special Condition will have you and your allies play in complete darkness, making it difficult to aim and shoot ranged foes.

After several hours of playing, however, the lack of mission variety slowly begins to creep up. Regardless of the type, their designs are fixed so sooner or later, you’ll end up memorizing the entire layout. What’s more is the repetitive objectives, which follow a similar formula for almost all of them. For instance, you’ll need to defend Interrogators while they gather data and fix them every now and then. I mean, how much data would you really need anyway? It’s as if Fatshark called it a day to simply rush this part of the game.

The same could be said for the 3 kinds of special conditions. After launch, the implementation became worse since the events were less frequent compared to the beta. Rather than having a special condition for every difficulty mode, these are now limited to say two, for all missions. As such, character progression is now more grindy than ever.

Character Progression & Rewards

Regardless of whether or not you successfully complete missions, you gain experience points. But this amount can fluctuate and increase if you also finish the associated secondary objectives and special conditions. Hitting the midway point of level 20 can take up to 20 hours and this is only for a single character. One mission takes about 25 minutes on average, which can certainly change based on group composition and skill.

But for the most part, you won’t feel strong at lower levels so you’d really need to make an effort and love the class you’re playing to push through. Additionally, there are no modifiers in the game that’ll make the experience less tedious, which means that you’re back to square one should you wish to try out a new class.

The rewards you get after every mission aren’t notable either. You basically acquire some money or Ordo Dockets, crafting materials, weapons, and curios, if you’re lucky. And I mean extremely lucky. The rewards aren’t generous enough for the amount of time you spend quelling the growing influence of Nurgle. But I guess that’s the price to pay in serving the God-Emperor. Due to the low equipment drop rate, you’re better off purchasing them at the Armoury Exchange. Here, at least, you have different weapons and curios to choose from even though the rolls are random.

Another way of gaining purple and orange gear is by finishing weekly tasks at Sire Melk’s Requisitorium. Similar to character progression, however, this is extremely grindy and costly. There are 5 tasks per week that’ll grant special currency to purchase rare items. Should you find them unreasonable such as getting 12 Scriptures, you have the option of rerolling to increase the chances of getting a better one.

Your very first roll will be free but for the rest, you’ll need to pay Ordo Dockets, which will cumulatively increase every time you change tasks. What makes it worse is that the rewards and currencies are not shared across your account, unlike in Vermintide 2. In effect, this pushes you to play the rest of your characters every time, especially if you wish to give them proper gear.

Classes, Abilities, & Loadout

Darktide features four classes and more will be added in the coming months. Each of them fulfills certain roles, which aren’t limited to the holy trifecta even if they lean toward specific playstyles such as supporting and tanking for the team. The bottom line is that all classes are effective in their own right when it comes to clearing hordes and putting down elites so they’re worth trying. Tweaking the way they work to accommodate playstyle changes is straightforward. No resources are needed to modify any of your passive feats so you can easily do as you please.

Some of the weapons you wield are dependent on the class you choose, meaning, only some things are available to everyone, thereby adding to their inherent distinctness. You definitely won’t see a Veteran wield a Psyker’s staff just because. Out of the four, however, it seems to me that the Ogryn got the short end of the stick since the number of weapon families available to them is few. This should hopefully be balanced in due time.

And finally, you have armor, which doesn’t have any bearing on the gameplay since its sole purpose is to make your characters look visually appealing… if that’s even possible.

Combat

In terms of Darktide’s combat, Fatshark delivers. Alongside the applause-worthy setting, you won’t be disappointed with how cohesive, fluid, and responsive the melee and ranged fights are. The encounters are exhilarating and highly engaging to the point that it’s really hard to stop playing. From how swift the Power Sword feels to smoothly slice the enemy’s head off to the way in which the Bolt Gun just annihilates them, it’s all so well-made to bring forth a highly impactful experience. I can’t think of any other FPS and hack-and-slash besides Destiny 2 and Vermintide 2, respectively, that comes close to Darktide.

Moreover, the implementation of ranged combat is done excellently to provide players with another option for destroying Nurgle’s followers. I just love switching between weapons and choosing from so many of them as they change the way encounters play out. For instance, if I wanted to move faster up close and personal, then using the Dueling Sword over the Force Sword as a Psyker would do wonders for me. Additionally, movement is a huge part of the game, allowing for multiple techniques to whittle enemies down. Suppressing to force them to take cover or sliding to slice them to pieces are all possible. There are basically several options available for different kinds of playstyles.

To add to the fun factor of exploring the cityscapes of Tertium and blasting away at enemies like there’s no tomorrow, every character has their witty and humorous banters based on their backgrounds chosen in Character Creation. These include your home planet, defining moments, and reasons for capture, which only affect dialogue during missions. It’s a very good approach to making light of the situation despite the inherent darkness of it all.

The Mourningstar

The last part of the gameplay is the Mourningstar or hub. Aside from purchasing items and trying them out here, you can also engage in crafting and buy cosmetics from the shop, which are some of my biggest gripes in Darktide. Aside from upgrading the rarity of weapons and curios, and gaining a few blessings or perks as part of the process, there’s not much you can do. This is because refining items, earning blessings, and rerolling blessings have yet to be implemented in the game even after its launch.

In the shop, you’ll see the best-looking cosmetics, which don’t affect gameplay and progression and can only be purchased with real money. I mind this because it’s up and running. It’s ironic to see that the story and crafting are both incomplete whereas the shop is more or less operational.

Warhammer 40K: Darktide Review – Audio, Visuals, & Design

In terms of visuals, Darktide is an excellent-looking game, one that successfully brings forth the grimdark future of Warhammer 40K. To add to this is how repugnant Nurgle’s followers look, making the environments feel more unsettling and horrific. Although together with the locations, I would have wished for increased variety considering that players will be spending dozens of hours in the game. In Vermintide 2, for instance, there are multiple biomes including but not limited to open forests, claustrophobic caves, and dreary villages.

Next is the game’s audio, which is its most stellar aspect. The music’s rhythmic and drumming style complements the exhilarating sound effects of the actions you and your enemies make. This is especially noticeable when hordes and elites are nearby, signaling their arrival and your impending doom. The audio cues are on point with the combat encounters themselves so much so that you’ll need to pay close attention to them. I just love how impactful and influential these sounds are to help make critical decisions in Darktide to prepare for the worst.

For instance, the escalating ticking sound of the Poxburster is something to be very cautious about since it’ll suddenly jump and explode to surprise you. And what about the discordant music that accompanies the Beast of Nurgle as it trudges along the metal floors? The voice acting is equally commendable, and definitely adds to the charming banters and battle cries of characters in missions.

Darktide’s performance from the beta until after launch continues to suffer at high and low graphical settings. More often than not, I experienced framerate drops and crashes even when there was not much happening in the game. These are unfortunately random, making the circumstances tough to pinpoint. Luckily, however, I did not experience crashes while rewards were being handed out, unlike some other players.

Replayability, Multiplayer, & Pricepoint

Darktide is highly replayable, mostly due to the classes you can try out. Although I can’t help but question that the bloated mission, progression, and rewards systems have all contributed to this. Nonetheless, I admit that it continues to be a very fun teamwork game worth your time, more so when you’re playing with a good group of people and friends. It’s almost next to impossible not to clock in at least 30 hours of playtime given how addicting Darktide is. Moreover, there are various difficulty modes to further challenge yourselves. To succeed, heavy coordination as well as the best feats and gear available are an absolute must, boosting the hours you’d end up playing.

With this in mind, the standard pricepoint of USD 39.99 is a fair ask if you don’t mind missing some basic features as well as the grind of leveling up your characters. To me, the overall gameplay, combat, audio, and visuals are worth experiencing, especially if you’re new and interested in the Warhammer lore or if you’re a long-time fan. But if you’re keen on the story and you’d prefer to wait until all features have been implemented, then it’s probably best to wait for a sale.

Final Thoughts 

This hack-and-slash FPS seems to still be in Early Access, and therefore needed more time in development. Because of the lack of features, I can’t help but wonder if Fatshark was truly ready for the game’s release. The way missions are structured, which has stripped the narrative elements present in Vermintide 2, in some respects this game is a downgrade versus other Fatshark titles.

Despite the fact that it was obviously not ready for release, Darktide continues to be a feast for the eyes and ears as well as a delight when it comes to decapitating and dismembering enemies. For the most part, I wouldn’t even notice the time flying by while playing, because I was having so much fun with the game. There is definitely an addictive element to Darktide, even if there is a bunch of grindiness involved.

To sum it all up, Darktide will need several more months before it will be completely polished. Hopefully, by then, a well-thought-out story, a less tedious progression grind, and fully-functioning crafting features will be available. The game has the potential to be great but it’s not going to happen over night, even if we continue to slay heretics in the name of the God-Emperor in the meantime!

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In this Evil West Review, I will share my impressions on what makes this over-the-top vampire-hunting action adventure worth your energy. But the main question is, should you purchase the game on day 1? Is character customization deep enough? Combat-wise, how does it compare to other shooters, beat-em-ups, and games of a similar genre like Doom? We will talk about these and more!

Evil West Review

Evil West Review – Story and Setting

Evil West is set in the Wild West where you play as an infamous Vampire Hunter named Jesse Rentier. Nobody takes slaughtering vampires more seriously than the Rentier Family with their Institute that is dedicated to decimating these creatures to save America from ultimate destruction. So much so that they decapitate, dismember, and torch these monsters unapologetically. The story revolves around stopping a group of vampires who are engaging in dangerous experiments to preserve their bloodline.

The story is told in a straightforward manner involving 2 factions who are both trying to adapt in order to survive the decimation of their species. You can think of it as a traditional battle between good and evil hoping to increase your cache of weapons to finally get rid of them once and for all. The threats that you’re confronted with just keep escalating and escalating, making the narrative’s format and the fate of the characters predictable. Don’t expect a rollercoaster of twists and turns when coming into Evil West.

When it comes to the characters themselves, I found it difficult to care about them despite the hardships they were going through. They were two-dimensional and were simply there to fill out different roles in the game. Forming strong bonds wasn’t a possibility either since interactions were limited to a select few NPCs, whom you would approach before initiating the next mission. Additionally, most of them were fleshed out with the use of notes that you pick up along the way, which left something to be desired. I would have preferred it if we could organically get to know these characters instead by giving us the option to initiate deeper conversations.

Another way that the story is told is through cinematics where we get to see the different locations that the world has to offer. I did not expect it to have this much variation in the Wild West, thereby exceeding my expectations. You’ll visit snowy mountains that feel isolating and dreadful and then make your way over to hot and arid deserts, which seem inviting despite the threats looming just over the horizon. In this regard, I was excited to move from one expansive area to the next to experience what new terrors awaited me.

Evil West Review – Gameplay and Combat

Progression

Character progression is done at a steady pace, usually midway or after completing a mission. Even if some missions took longer than others, I didn’t mind it at all because of the perks I wanted to try out, the different weapons I got to experiment with, the enemy variety, and the exhilarating and snappy combat.

Compared to upgrades, which take on a more passive approach to improve weapon functionality, perks really change the way you play. For instance, you can dash toward the enemies to stun them in the process, and then unleash and wild fury of punches until they’re beaten to a pulp. Or you can perform an uppercut and then throw them on spiked traps to make them explode. These are just some of the things you can do that improve the game’s dynamic combat more and more as you progress further. New mechanics are constantly being introduced, making encounters feel fresh at nearly every turn.

The number of moves you learn may seem daunting at first but it won’t be the case for long once you become more familiar with the game’s systems. Unlike Devil May Cry and Darksiders, Evil West will not require you to memorize a ton of combinations to throw in heavy punches or to blast a monster’s head off, making it a bit more new player friendly.

Weapons and Armor

Similar to the movesets, you get to discover new and interesting weapons to sink your teeth into during the campaign. With a wide variety of killing tools at your disposal, the game challenges you to mix things up. The traditional rock-paper-scissors counter model exists somewhat in Evil West, and this allows the player to make use of their full repertoire. Because of how different each weapon is, you’re encouraged to experiment with what works best for your playstyle. What’s also cool is the game lets you respec your upgrades for free, encouraging experimentation.

On the other hand, this approach is a double-edged sword because, by the time you obtain all of the weapons, you will likely have fallen into the trap of still using the ones you’ve discovered beforehand. This is primarily due to the time you’ve spent wielding them, as well as their inherent effectiveness in killing vampires quickly. For example, I always favored the Zapper and Rifle more than the Crossbow because of how easy and effective they are to use. These are focused more on executing quick melee actions and high damage from afar, respectively.

The Zapper will also make you look badass as you charge toward targets. In particular, it gives off a comical effect that shows enemies’ electrified skeletons flashing before our very eyes, reminiscent of old-school cartoons.

Additionally, you do have access to armor but not in the traditional sense of improving your stats. The armor system merely serves as a means of customizing your visual appearance given that there is no character creation in the game. You can change other parts of your outfit such as your scarf and suit but this isn’t as detailed or deep in any way. The color and design changes are minimal at best, without any impact on the gameplay whatsoever.

The Hub

After every mission, you’re transported back to the hub. This is pretty bare bones, and I’m not sure if it’s because the game isn’t an RPG at its core, but there really isn’t much to do here. You essentially run around and interact with certain NPCs to trigger quests and respec your upgrades and perks, but that’s about it.

There’s no way for you to upgrade sections of the hub, meaning, there doesn’t seem to be any reason to invest time and resources to make it look visually stunning. It would have been better if this was turned into an interface where you can do everything without having to run around, since this just seems to waste time, and the developers could spend that energy on other aspects of the game.

Exploration and Puzzle Design

Exploration is average at best, and an afterthought at worst. Rather than willingly exploring the caverns of the Wild West because you want to discover new places, it feels like the player needs to in order to gain more coins. This is the only currency available that is used to purchase extra upgrades to enhance your weapons.

Additionally, you’ll come across random puzzle designs, which are on the simpler side of things. For instance, you’d be shooting wooden boards situated above you or rotating valves to move to the next area. They’re effortless to do and act as a mere addition to the game in order to introduce a small bit of complexity, and not much else.

Another thing that I find odd is the save choice since you can’t manually save the game. Instead, there are milestones spread throughout the campaign that will automatically save your progress. Although there’s an indicator, these aren’t as frequent as you’d like.

Combat and Difficulty

Evil West succeeds in delivering over-the-top action featuring very responsive combat encounters that feel impactful and effective. This most certainly is the type of game you would play if you enjoy blood, gore, and good execution moves in between. It’s a fast-paced third-person shooter that will continually keep you on the edge of your seat because of the frenetic style.

One of the best mechanics in the game to keep the combat flowing is unlimited ammunition. Instead of having a finite number of shots, guns only need to wait for them to be automatically “reloaded” in order to keep firing. Jesse does not need to pick up ammo on the ground and can therefore concentrate on hitting enemies.

Speaking of enemies, you will encounter a decent variety of creatures that impacts the game’s difficulty, which escalates at a normal pace. As such, you can easily adapt to their actions by identifying and testing the best perks and weapons to use to finish them off. For those who have a fear of spiders, there is an accessibility option, which will totally disable them.

But one encounter did break the tempo of the game for me and it involved a boss fight. As mentioned previously, combat is very quick and action is derived on a moment-to-moment basis. However, for this specific encounter, I was forced into a slower combat set piece because of how spongy the boss was. While it did not grind to a halt, this was noticeably slower than the rest of the game’s pace.

Audio, Visuals & Design

Evil West’s visuals are ambitious and excessive in all the right ways. In fact, it’s far from being grim despite hunting heinous creatures. The dark subject matter is heartily light due to the absurdity of the gratuitous amounts of gore and violence. There is a ton of visual variety, which proves to be a feast for the senses. Jesse will get to explore cold, snowy mountains, wretched and toxic swamps, and even claustrophobic lairs.

However, one noticeable design flaw is in some boxed locations. While the enemies themselves are unique enough and pose different kinds of challenges, the areas in which these fights take place do not. Jesse and his prey are often trapped in what are essentially wide circular arenas that are generally flat and do not have much cover or other interactables aside from the oddly placed TNT Barrels. The game imposes this style a bit too often, making some fights feel all too familiar too often.

When it comes to the audio, the background music and sound effects of weapons and enemy attacks are outstanding. These make combat encounters much more enticing to engage in. For instance, Zappers give off a deep droning buzz when a shocked opponent thrashes about while the Rifle sounds like a very loud crack from a distance. Furthermore, the voice acting is equally excellent, especially for Jesse who often says one-liners after combat. These can be funny or cheesy at times and are usually contextually accurate. Such is the case when he exclaims that he hates spiders right after slaying a mutated bipedal arachnid.

From a technical standpoint, I did not encounter any crashes or major bugs throughout my playthrough. And generally, the framerate remained stable during this time.

Replayability and Pricepoint

Finishing Evil West can take up to 15 hours depending on how much of the world you end up exploring. This is further extended if you engage in co-op with a friend as you both experiment and try out the upgrades of every weapon. The game offers some form of replayability by allowing you to repeat missions to obtain all the bucks, unique chests, and upgrades.

Additionally, its price is steep for the playtime at 49.99 USD for PC and 59.99 USD for consoles. Because of this, I would recommend waiting for a sale until it goes down, but you will want to play Evil West for the exciting gameplay and combat pace at some point.

Final Thoughts

Evil West is an effective and exaggerated action adventure game that a lot of us have been waiting for, because it successfully features unforgettable moments of gore and destruction. More than anything, the title elevates the exciting gameplay at every turn as you progress further on in the campaign. This is due to the well-paced introduction of new weapons, which are ripe for experimentation, together with vampires who become more aggressive and menacing later on.

Combat encounters are cohesively well done because of how good weapon handling feels as well as the visual and audio feedback given off by your enemies when they’re being shot at or punched. It’ll often remind you of games from the 90s where you simply get to sit down, “relax”, and enjoy the journey of destroying and dismembering the forces of evil. You can basically turn off your brain and relish in the carnage with Evil West.

However, the game somewhat stumbles in the presentation of its story since it isn’t as deep as I would’ve liked. While the world is expanded through discovering collectibles like notes, the implementation isn’t as impactful as actually hearing things from the characters themselves. This has become a trend of many newerish games, and one that hope ends soon.

Lastly, environments are visually striking and varied enough to look unique. You’ll certainly appreciate the Wild West’s art style more even if you’re not into Western-themed settings. If you are ready to become the best vampire hunter you can be and experiment with the many upgrades, perks, and weapons available to you, then I would recommend giving this game a try when it goes on sale.

What did you think of this Evil West Review? Are you going to play the game on day 1 or wait for a sale? Let us know in the comments below. Be sure to drop by our Twitch Channel if you have questions about the game! If you enjoyed this review, be sure to check out our God of War Ragnarok Review: Game of the Year? and Resident Evil Village: Winters Expansion Review – A Hauntingly Good REVisit.

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Wild Hearts shows off the various Karakuri, or gadgets, that will help players hunt amazing beasts.

Wild Hearts Trailer Showcases the Power of the Karakuri Gadgets

The official Wild Hearts Youtube channel uploaded a three-minute video that focused primarily on the gadgets that players can build, the Karakuri. These archaic devices were left behind in Azuma by the ancient ancestors. They have been long forgotten, as nobody could make use of this old tech.

However, this changes with our player character. It looks like we’re the only ones able to fully utilize the Karakuri in Wild Hearts. And they will definitely shake up the game to make it stand apart from Monster Hunter.

Combat Potential of the Karakuri Demystified

The Karakuri are a set of promising gadgets that the player character can manipulate into different forms. Much like constructing in Fortnite, the Karakuri can be assembled on the fly, creating thins such as barriers, bombs, or other items to assist in hunting the giant Kemono. Only because of the Karakuri are you able to stand up to these formidable foes.

Wild Hearts breaks down these devices into three primary categories: Basic, Fusion, and Dragon. Basic Kakuri are your run-of-the-mill constructions, and only need the most basic of resources to put down. Fusion Kakuri are more powerful, but also need more preparation in order to use. These actually require the “fusion” of two or more Basic Kakuri in order to be created.

Finally, Dragon Kakuri are the most powerful type of construction in Wild Hearts. These will change the very environment itself, creating situations that will drastically alter the battlefield. Dragon Kakuri will need energy from the world itself to be constructed, and this is called Celestial Thread.

Our Most Basic Karakuri

Spring and Crate are the most basic of basic Karakuri, essentially being the building blocks for more complex contraptions. Crate just makes a regular box that can be stacked on one another. These can be useful in blocking monster attacks, or gaining higher ground for an overhead attack. Spring on the other hand launches the hunter in a specific direction. This is very useful to reposition yourself and get out of sticky situations.

Torch then comes in as another Basic karikuri in Wild Hearts. This ability erects a braizer onto the ground which can be useful for illuminating dark locations and enhancing the hunter’s basic attacks with fire damage. We also have Glider which is used to glide through the air.

Last of the Basics is the Celestial Anchor. Hunters can attach themselves to this anchor and then use it as a pivot point for dodging and moving around.

Fusion Karikuri in Wild Hearts

We’ve seen some Fusion Karikuri in the previous Wild Hearts video already, especially the Pounder. This gadget creates a comically large mallet that can be used to bonk monsters on the head, potentially stunning them or otherwise putting them off-balance. Bulwark is the opposite, and creates an immovable barrier that is used to stop Akuma in their tracks entirely.

Star Bombs, Celestial Cannons, and Repeater Crossbows are all offensive Karikuri. Out of the three, the Celestial Cannon is the more exotic weapon. This creation absorbs the surrounding energy, and expels it into a massive projectile with large damage.

We also have the Chain Trap, which will embed huge bolts into monsters, causing them to be ensared in place.

The Powerful Dragon Karikuri

Most of the Dragon Karikuri aren’t specifically focused on combat, but can have offensive capabilities if used creatively. Flying Vine, Wind Vortex, and Roller are primarily used as a means to traverse the landscape.

The first one, Flying Vine, creates various vines that can serve as ziplines that can be used by anyone nearby. Wind Vortex creates areas that can launch hunters into the air, perfect to transition into Glide. Roller creates a gigantic wooden wheel that will serve as the hunter’s car. Quickly drive past any minor threat!

Paddle Scoop then is used to catch fish from nearby springs. A Hunter’s gotta eat too, right? Training Bear creates a training dummy that can be used to practice your groovy moves. Lastly, the Hunting Tower is useful to scout out the nearby surroundings, potentially locating your prey in one fell swoop.

Heart of the Beasts

Wild Hears releases next year, in February. We will learn more about the nature-infused Kemono monsters on December 8, 2022. Even further, we will get to know more about the world and the story of the game in January of 2023.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 has been in early access for a couple of years now, but looks to be on track for its full launch in 2023. Larian Studios announces Update 9 will be coming in December.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is “On Track” for Leaving Early Access in 2023, Next Major Update Releases December

Larian Studios have announced recently that their turn-based RPG Baldur’s Gate 3 which is currently in early access is on track for its full launch next year in 2023. But you won’t have to wait long for more content as the next major update will be rolling out in December. The title first launched in early access in October 2020, but is scheduled to release sometime in 2023. The next Panel of Hell will be taking place before the end of the year, described as a “festive” edition. In the Community Update that will release alongside the panel, it will go over what’s to come in 2023.

As for the current state of the game, the studio has been working on playtesting Acts 2 and 3. But there is much more slated for the BG3. The developer has shared their aim is for even those who have already played Act 1, to feel like they are having a fresh experience when the game fully launches. The team has been taking player feedback since the get-go, and have thanked current players for their patience in the run-up to Update 9. If you’re itching to play the game, the early access version is currently available on Steam. It’s roughly one-third of the full game according to the devs, so there will be plenty to look forward to next year.

Larian gave a quick behind-the-scenes last week, showing off what goes into motion capture for the game:

Since Baldur’s Gate 3 has been in early access, the game has seen a number of updates including the addition of new playable classes the Barbarian and Bard as well as the Gnome race. If you want the latest build guides, check out our Baldur’s Gate 3 Builds: Barbarian Class Guide and Baldur’s Gate 3 Builds: Bard Class Guide.

If you’re eager to delve into the backstory of BG3 we have a rather comprehensive guide in Baldur’s Gate 3: A Brief History Of D&D Video Games. For everything else drop by our Baldur’s Gate 3 wiki.

For more news find it here in The Game Awards To Be Streamed On December 8, 2022, Dominated By God Of War And Elden Ring and The Witcher 3 Playstation 5 And Xbox Series Versions Launch In December.

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Sony Santa Monica’s continuation of the excellent 2018 reboot, God of War is one of 2022’s highest-rated Playstation titles thus far. This God of War Ragnarok Trophy & Guide and Roadmap will help you 100% the game and earn that coveted Platinum trophy!

Most Efficient Way to Platinum

There are no missable trophies in the game so you can just enjoy your playthrough and clean up collectibles later.

1. Play the story naturally.
2. Spend post-game completing and collecting everything using our God of War Ragnarok 100% All Collectibles Map Guide.

God of War Ragnarok Trophy Guide & Roadmap

The Bear and the Wolf

Collect all Trophies.

Earn all the Trophies in God of War Ragnarök (2022).

The Florist

Collect one flower from each of the nine realms.

Complete the side quest, “Nine Realms in Bloom Favor”. Collect all 9 Flowers using our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

The Librarian

Collect all of the Books.

Acquire all 13 Kvasir’s Poems Artifacts while searching for all Artifacts for The Curator. Collect these Artifacts using our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

The Curator

Collect all of the Artifacts.

Acquire all 38 Artifacts and complete the “Casualties of War Favor” in the Crater area of Vanaheim. Collect these Artifacts using our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

How It Started

Equip an Enchantment.

Unlocks during the sixth main quest, “The Reckoning”, after fighting the “Níðhögg” boss. The Amulet is unlocked and then a tutorial will prompt you to craft the first Amulet enchantment via the Equipment menu.

Spit Shine

Upgrade one piece of armor.

Go to any Blacksmith like Sindri’s House, and then upgrade a piece of armor by one level.

Spartan Ways

Remember the Spartan teachings.

Unlocks at the start of the twelfth main quest, “Reunion”. By this point, Kratos will have learned all 3 types of Spartan Rage (Valour, Wrath, Fury) as seen in the Weapons menu.

Full Belly

Obtain all of the Apples of Iðunn and Horns of Blood Mead.

Open all 35 Nornir Chests using our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide. Each chest may contain either an Apple to increase health or a Horn to increase Spartan Rage. This is dependent on the number of chests you have previously opened.

Knock Off the Rust

Purchase a Skill.

Press Touchpad > Skills > Buy any Skill in this menu. It only costs XP, which you get for completing main quests, side activities, and Favors.

A Grizzly Encounter

Battle the Bear.

Unlocks during the first main quest, “Surviving Fimbulwinter”, after fighting the big bear (1st boss trophy).

Blood Debt

Battle the God of Thunder.

Unlocks during the first main quest, “Surviving Fimbulwinter”, after fighting Thor (2nd boss trophy).

Backyard Brawl

Battle the Mysterious Valkyrie.

Unlocks at the start of the sixth main quest, “The Reckoning”, after fighting Vanadís (4th boss trophy).

Root of the Problem

Battle Níðhögg.

Unlocks during the sixth main quest, “The Reckoning”, after fighting Níðhögg (5th boss trophy).

The Cauldron

Destroy Grýla’s cauldron.

Unlocks during the fifth main quest, “The Lost Sanctuary”, after fighting Grýla (3rd boss trophy).

Off the Leash

Battle Garm.

Unlocks during the twelfth main quest, “Reunion” after fighting Garm (6th boss trophy).

Comeuppance

Battle Heimdall.

Unlocks during the thirteenth main quest, “Creatures of Prophecy” after fighting Heimdall (7th boss trophy).

Better Together

Battle Hrist and Mist.

Unlocks during the sixteenth main quest, “The Summoning” after fighting Hrist and Mist (8th boss trophy).

Phalanx

Obtain all Shields.

Get all 5 Shields – 3 of which are crafted at the Blacksmith, 1 is a story unlock, and 1 is obtained from a legendary chest. A list of all Shield locations can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

Collector

Obtain all Relics and Sword Hilts.

Get all 14 Relics and Sword Hilts. These unlock special abilities that can be activated using + . A list of all Relics and Sword Hilts locations can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

Dragon Slayer

Craft the Dragon Scaled Armor Set.

After completing your very first Dragon Hunt Favor, which is located in the Crater area of Vanaheim, you can start crafting the Dragon Scaled Armor Set using the following dragon materials via the Blacksmith:

• Dragon Scaled Breastplate – 1 Dragon Claw, 2 Dragon Tooth
• Dragon Scaled Bracers – 10 Dragon Tooth
• Dragon Scaled Girdle – 10 Dragon Tooth

A list of all the Dragon Hunts locations can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

How It’s Going

Fully repair the Amulet of Yggdrasil.

After defeating Níðhögg as part of the sixth main quest, you will gain access to the Amulet of Yggdrasil. You will then have to repair its 7 slots via the Blacksmith with each slot requiring 1 Yggdrasil Jewel. A list of all Yggdrasil Jewel Legendary Chests can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

Funeral for a Friend

Attend the funeral.

Complete the side quest, “A Viking Funeral Favor” in Svartalfheim.

Rebel Leader

Return the Hammer of the Rebellion.

Complete the side quest, “Spirit of Rebellion Favor” in Svartalfheim.

New Friends

Fetch Lúnda’s orb.

Complete the side quest, “The Mysterious Orb Favor” in Vanaheim.

Full Gufa

Free the Hafgufas.

Complete the side quests, “Secret of the Sands Favor” and “Song of the Sands Favor” in Alfheim.

Making Amends

Free the Lyngbakr.

Complete the side quest, “Weight of Chains Favor” in Svartalfheim, Lyngbakr Island.

It Was a Good Day

Retrieve Mardöll.

Complete the side quest, “Freya’s Missing Peace Favor” in Vanaheim, Vanir Shrine.

Invasive Species

Complete all of the Crater Hunts.

To reach the Crater area, North of Vanaheim, you need to complete the side quest, “Scent of Survival Favor”. You can then start finishing 9 Dragon Hunts and Epic Hunts, which are all Favors, as indicated below:

The Jungle:

• Dragon Hunt – What Lies Below – Map Link
• Dragon Hunt – Trail of the Dead – Map Link
• Dragon Hunt – Path of Destruction – Map Link

The Sinkholes:

• Dragon Hunt – Quaking Hollow – Map Link
• Dragon Hunt – The Burning Skies – Map Link

The Plains:

• Dragon Hunt – In the Dead of Night – Map Link
• Dragon Hunt – For Vanaheim – Map Link
• Epic Hunt – In Plain Sight – Map Link
• Epic Hunt – Nocturnal Predator – Map Link

A list of all Favors can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

Besties

Pet Speki and Svanna.

Complete the side quest, “Animal Instincts” in Midgard, Lake of Nine.

Rightful Place

Return all the Lindwyrms to Ratatoskr.

Complete the side quest, “The Lost Lindwyrms Favor”, which begins at Sindri’s House.

Pure of Hart

Return the Stags of the Four Seasons.

Complete the side quest, “A Stag for All Seasons Favor”, which begins at Sindri’s House.

Trials by Fire

Complete the Trials of Muspelheim.

Complete the side quest, “The Final Challenges Favor” in Muspelheim.

Ready for Commitment

Fully upgrade one armor set.

Upgrade all 3 pieces of a single armor set (Chest, Wrist, and Waist) to level 9 via the Blacksmith. Be sure that they all belong to the same set, otherwise, you won’t be able to unlock this trophy. A list of all Crafting Materials can be found in our GOW Ragnarok Collectibles Map Guide.

Completing The Crucible challenges will provide you with enough materials to fully upgrade a set.

Ragnarök

Battle the All-Father.

Unlocks during the seventeenth main quest, “The Realms of War” after fighting Odin (8th boss trophy).

Grave Mistake

Battle King Hrólf.

Complete the side quest, “Fit for a King Favor” in Midgard, King’s Grave. To successfully beat this difficult Berserker Boss, be sure to upgrade all of your gear to level 9. Remember to bring a Resurrection Stone should the encounter go sideways.

The True Queen

Battle Gná.

Complete the side quest, “Defend Your Valor Favor” in the Muspelheim Crucible. To successfully beat this Valkyrie Boss, be sure to upgrade all of your gear to level 9. Remember to bring a Resurrection Stone should the encounter go sideways.

If you are enjoying God of War Ragnarok, you may want to check out our God of War Ragnarok Review: Game of the Year? and Collectibles Map Guide.

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God of War: Ragnarok Walkthrough & Collectibles Guide. The new God of War Ragnarok (2022) has a wide variety of goodies to gather during your bloody journey. Below you can find a complete guide for GOW Ragnarok collectibles broken down by area with detailed information, map links as well as tips so you don’t miss anything. We have a full list of all Artifacts, all Relics, complete Nornic Chest Puzzle Guide, all of Favors and Side Quests, as well as the many post-game events.

Please visit our God of War Map (Interactive) that includes a checklist with 100% collectibles in game.

God of War Ragnarok 100% Collectibles Map Guide

GOW Ragnarok Collectibles by Area Quick Nav

Full list of collectibles

• Artifacts: 38
• Lore: 80
• Odin’s Ravens: 48
• Nornir Chess: 35
• Legendary Chest: 53
• Yggdrasil Rifts: 15
• Berserker Gravestones: 10
• Remnants of Asgard: 10
• Hel Tears: 6
• Buried Treasures: 10
• Relic: 14
• Nine Realms in Bloom: 9
• Scent of Survival: 1
• Dragon Hunts: 7
• Casualties of War: 5
• Epic Hunts: 2
• A Stag for All Seasons: 4
• River Delta Favors: 5

• The Elven Sanctum: 1
• Freyr’s Gift: 1
• The Desert Door: 1
• Secret of the Sands: 1
• Song of the Sands: 1
• Tree of Woe: 1
• The Broken Prison: 1
• Muspelheim Crucible: 15
• Defend Your Valor: 1
• Kol Raider Camps: 4
• Sigrun’s Curse: 1
• Guiding Light: 4
• Across the Realms: 1
• Mining Rigs: 3
• The Weight of Chains: 1
• The Lost Treasure: 2
• Spirit of Rebellion: 1
• A Viking Funeral: 1
• Lindwyrms: 6

 

Vanaheim

All Collectibles for GOW Ragnarok Vanaheim:  Artifacts x9, Lore x31, Odin’s Ravens x15, Nornir Chests x11, Legendary Chests x13, , Yggdrasil Rifts x4, Berserker Gravestones x2, Berserker Gravestones x2, Remnants of Asgard x2, Hel Tears x1, Nine Realms in Bloom x1, Scent of Survival x1, Dragon Hunts x7, Casualties of War x5, Epic Hunts x2, A Stag for All Seasons x4, River Delta Favors x5

 

Cliffside Ruins

 

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

The chest is located outside Cliffside Ruins, west of the south rock wall, where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor and the chain to get to Freya’s Runic Read is located . The first device to open the chest is located just around the large rock to the west . Jump to the rocks north of the chest and use Freya’s Sigil Arrows to burn the vegetation covering it, then use your axe to set the letter displayed on the chest. The second device is located on the river shore across the spot where Lúnda, Brok and the Mystic Gateway are. Cross to their side to have a clear view of the device . The third device is a bit harder to spot, as it is only visible from above. This one is located next to the chain used to go up the platform to use Freya’s Runic Read and unlock the path to The Veiled Passage. To get a clear view of it, you need to go up the platforms in front of the cliff, the same one from which you burn the branches blocking the chain.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Mists of Helheim – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

The chest is across the shore where Lúnda, Brok and the Mystic Gateway are located . In order to get to it, you must first clear the way to The Veiled Passage by using Freya’s Runic Read on the platform on top of the cliff. Once you go through The Veiled Passage -the cave where the Seior Fanatics Gunhild asks you to slay are located- you’ll come across a bridge that upon activation can be used as a shortcut. Just before the bridge, to your right (north), there’s a ledge which you can use to descend and reach the chest. Use Freya’s Sigil Arrows to clear the vegetation blocking the way .

To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Call to Arms) – Map Link

Once you go through the cave with the Reavers inside, you’ll find a chain you can use to rappel down. This will take you to a platform where you can lower a bridge allowing you to shortcut from and to Cliffside Ruins’ main area. Opposite to the bridge, that is, east of the chain used to descend, you’ll find the Lore Marker (‘‘Call to Arms’’). To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read.

River Delta Favors 1/1 – Map Link

Once you reach The Veiled Passage and land on the shore with the three skeletons hanging from above, break the wooden gate to your left (west) and climb the south wall. Turn right to the open-ended cave with the two Reavers. Go right (north) and follow the path to the next section where you’ll find more Reavers. Then, return to Gunhild. She will grant you Svartalfheim’s Honor (Amulet Enchantment).

To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read.

 

Eastern Barri Woods

 

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

As soon as you arrive at Eastern Barri Woods, follow Atreus around. Use the Draupnir spear to create a path, enter through there and take the right path. Destroy the obstacle using the sigil arrow and the blades of chaos. You will arrive at a red chest. Turn you back on it and look to your left side to find a Raven.

Lore 1/2 (Lore Scroll – The Aesir Promise) – Map Link

As soon as you arrive at Eastern Barri Woods, follow Atreus around. Use the Draupnir spear to create a path, enter through there and take the left path. Continue forward and as soon as you are able to turn left to another path do it, continue forward to find the scroll.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

As soon as you arrive on Eastern Barri Woods, follow Atreus around. Use the Draupnir spear to create a path, enter through there and take the left path. Continue forward and as soon as you are able to turn left to another path do it, continue forward until the end of the path to enter a chapel-like structure, to find the Nornir Chest. The first room can be seen from the broken “window” directly to the left of the chest. The second one can be found, before entering the area with the chest. Turn back from where you came and look to your right. You have to use the sigil arrows and then the Blades of chaos to burn the branches holding the device, in order to make it operative. To find the third one, enter the area with the Nornir Chest, but take the other exit. Face the enemy waiting there, look for another chapel-like structure, located slightly to the right of the screen. Calculate your axe throws to move the device and select the rune. Return to the Nornir Chest to open it.

Lore 2/2 (Rune Read – Verdant) – Map Link

After you break the wooden walls with the Blades of Chaos, enter the building and turn to your left to find the Rune Read.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 – Map Link

After finishing the story, Go past and through the wooden structure covered in plants that’s located next to the river.

 

The Abandoned Village

 

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Tyrfing) – Map Link

Blatonn miniboss at the Abandoned Village, drops Nar’s Cup. Players need this item to craft the Hilt of Tyrfing.

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

From the wall that the Einherjar Thief breaks, look to your left to find a Raven hidden in the middle of a tree.

Lore 1/2 (Rune Read – Prayer to Freya) – Map Link

Upon first entering The Abandoned Village, continue to follow the path ahead through the arch in front of you. The Prayer is written on the wall to the left.

Legendary Chest 1/3 (Rond of Restoration -Shield Attachment) – Map Link

From the entrance to The Abandoned Village, use the crane on your left to advance to the next cabin. Next use the same device and position it to where it was previously, so as to hook over the water on your left. Head west across a small bridge into a cave -the one with the Berserker Gravestone in it- and go through a small passage on the wall on the northern side of the tunnel. Next climb the ledges and jump into the jaded cabin where the chest is.

Legendary Chest 2/3 (Shatter Star Shield – Shield) – Map Link

From the gate on the east side of the second major area, go left (north) and follow the linear path. Use the axe to deactivate the purple flames ahead by smashing the large plant behind them with it. Once you get to the platform with the poisonous plants, use your blades to burn the blue vines above and release a rope you can climb with. The chest is below ahead and, just like before, you’ll have to deactivate the blue mist by smashing the device down there with your axe.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

First, while facing the large wooden crane, use your blades to set on fire the blue vines that maintain the bucket stuck. This will release it and ignite the inside of it. Next, use your axe to smash the circle pieces on the crane and position the longer arm in order to hook over to the platform south of you. Then reposition the crane and place the bucket between the platform you are on top of now and the blocked side of the bridge. Use the blades to balance the bucket close to you and release it so as to make it collide with the blue vines blocking the path. Quickly turn to hit the circular pieces on the crane for it to move clockwise while the bucket is farthest from you. Once the path’s been cleared, return to the first platform and hook over to the other side of the bridge. The Nornir Chest is on the path below the bridge. The first device to open the chest is right in front of it, while the other two are just south of each of the two parts of the broken bridge you crossed before. In order to activate the last two, use the same method as for clearing the bridge, that is, balancing the bucket against each of them.

Legendary Chest 3/3 (Helios Flare – Light Runic Attack) – Map Link

Go through the opening on the wall located south-west of the crane, and follow the short path around it. Use your blades to tumble down the column on the other side of the wall. This will allow you to turn the crane counter-clockwise and position it so you can return to the first platform and hook over to the one with the column you just brought down . Follow the path and reposition the crane again to hook to the third platform where you’ll find the chest.

Lore 2/2 (Chores) : – Map Link

After the previous Legendary Chest, climb up the next ledge and then use the rope to drop down across the water. Then, throw a spear on the wall to your left, swing across and go right to gather the Lore scroll on the left from the ground.

 

Freyr’s Camp

 

Lore 1/2 – (Scroll – Freyr’s Lament) – Map Link

From Brok’s location within Freyr’s Camp, head west to the other side of the camp. The scroll lies between a campfire and a tent.

Legendary Chest 1/2 (Leviathan’s Roar – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

In the area where you fight the Gulon and the Nokken, climb the wall of the building besides the torch. Once in the upper level move to the farthest edge, until a prompt appears to jump to the other wall. Climb to the side until you manage to get up on the other side.

Lore 2/2 (Rune Read -Vanaheim Lullaby) – Map Link

As you enter the cave; use the Draupnir spear twice to create two paths. Continue the path to find the rune read on your left.

Odin’s Raven 1/1  – Map Link

Cross the bridge and follow the main path until you get to a bifurcation marked with a two-horned statue. Go left (southeast) until you reach a ledge facing the river. In front of you, next to a large, blue ring there is a leaning tree – the Raven is on top of one of the branches closest to the ring.

Artifact 1/1 (Family Crests – Skirnir’s Crest) – Map Link

Found in a small area besides a floating trunk that’s blocking the river.

Legendary Chest 2/2 – Map Link

After the previous Rune Read, take your left and jump over the pond, use  the spear to destroy glowing rock. Then you can access this legendary chest.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 – Map Link

Go to the previous Lore location. Then take the path behind it and throw the spear to the wall so you can swing across to reach the river. Defeat the enemies on your left.

 

Goddess Falls

 

Odin’s Raven 1/1 – Map Link

From the Red Chest, head back to the previous platform, then climb up the cliff. Jump over both waterfalls and from that platform you will be able to take down an Odin’s Raven.

Nornir Chest 1/1  – Map Link

The Nornir Chest can be found on the right platform from the hidden door that Freya opens for you. To open it, you must first hit the 3 runes. To destroy the first one, stand next to the Orange Chest. The other one is to the right of the hidden door. After you have destroyed both structures, you can go to the Nornir chest and open it to get an Iddun apple. The third one is on the right platform from the Nornir Chest.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Anything I Can Do) – Map Link

From the previous Nornir’s Chest, go ahead to the next platform and climb down the wall using your axe. Enter the cave where you will find a Lore Marker.

Buried Treasure 1/1 (x1 Dwarven Steel, x1 Honed Metal, x10 Shattered Rune, x1 Stonewood) – Map Link

Buried Treasure (Treasure Map – Under the Rainbow). Get to the waterfall and jump across it. Then you find the treasure on the right side.

 

Nóatún’s Garden

 

Lore 1/3 (Treasure Map – Under the Rainbow) – Map Link

After getting off the boat, head left until you see an area with a cloud of poison on the floor. Destroy the poison totem to get to the back corner where you will find the “Treasure Map – Under the Rainbow”.

Lore 2/3 (Lore Maker – Golrab of the Ashes and Frost) – Map Link

After talking with Astrid, head back a few steps where you will find the Lore Maker

Artifact 1/1 (Family Crest – Hoenir’s Crest) – Map Link

After the previous Lore Maker, turn right and avoid the poison cloud to find this artifact on the ground next to the wall you need to climb next.

Lore 3/3 (Lore Marker – Garden’s Progress) – Map Link

After the previous Artifact, climb up the wall where you will find this Lore Marker.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Jewel of Yggdrasil) – Map Link

From the previous Scholarly Scroll, look to your right, where you will see a chain. Use the Sigil arrows to destroy the roots that cover it. Then use your ax to break the chain and release the counterweight to open the door in picture 20. Go back to the bridge and drop down using the rope. Once on the ground, look for the door you opened, defeat the enemies and you will be able to open a Legendary Chest.

River Delta Favors – Map Link

After reaching the beach, talk to the ghost in front of the mirror door. So you need to destroy 3 poison totems. The first is on the left. Freeze it and look for the red explosive to its left to destroy it.

The second is on the right. First you need to climb up the wall and shoot the explosive from the roof.

The third one is located in the middle, look for a hole in the wall to shoot through it. Once you have blown up all the totems, talk to the Quest giver to achieve this River Delta Favor.

 

Pilgrim’s Landing

 

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Dead on Arrival)  – Map Link

On the west side of the area between two drawbridges where you fight some Reavers.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Grip of the Fallen Alchemist – Axe Attachment) – Map Link

Located on the platform north of the area between two drawbridges where you fight some Reavers. In order to lower the second drawbridge you need to break the two circular pieces attached to it, one of which is covered by blue vines. In order to burn them, release the hanging device east of your location that’s tied to a large tree. Use the blades’ hooks to balance the device and throw it near the arch next to it. Once one of its sides is alight, use Sigil Arrows to spread the fire to the other side of the device, and balance it the other way to clear the vines and destroy the remaining locking piece.

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 – Map Link

After getting off the boat you can find it in the middle of the island.

River Delta Favors: 1/1 – Map Link

After the previous Berserker Gravestone, look for the ghost behind it. You need to cross the bridge and gather the 3 ingredients. Then, go back to the ghost so you can finish the quest.

 

River Delta

 

Odin’s Raven 1/2 – Map Link

From the platform with the Legendary Chest (On Pilgrim’s Landing), turn north-west and use your axe to reach the Raven on the other side of the river. In order to lower the drawbridge and access the platform, you need to break the two circular pieces attached to it, one of which is covered by blue vines. In order to burn them, release the hanging device east of your location that’s tied to a large tree. Use the blades’ hooks to balance the device and throw it near the arch next to it. Once one of its sides is alight, use Sigil Arrows to spread the fire to the other side of the device, and balance it the other way to clear the vines and destroy the remaining locking piece.

Lore 1/2 (Lore Marker – Living Masterpiece) – Map Link

Head south through the River Delta until you come across a zipline that goes over the stream. Land on the shore north of the zipline’s lower end.

Artifact 1/1 (Family Crest – Odin’s Crest) – Map Link

After the previous red chest, continue your quest and get in the canoe. Cross the river until you reach a cave. Once there, get off the canoe and look for two large flowers on the left where you can grab this artifact from the ground.

Lore 2/2 (Scroll -Nonviolence) – Map Link

You can gather this Scroll from the ground next to the previous Red Chest.

Buried Treasure 1/1 The Giant’s Toes (+10 Shattered Rune, +1 Stonewood, +1 Dwarven Steel, +1 Honed Metal, Vanaheim’s Power – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

Cross the Delta River until you reach the forge. On the right you will find a Buried Treasure

Artifact 2/2 (Family Crests – Freya’s Crest) – Map Link

Next to the previous Buried Treasure you can pick up this Artifact.

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/1 –

After the previous Artifact, continue up the stairs and across the bridge until you reach this red chest.

River Delta Favors 1/1 –

To obtain this you need to accept the Favor: The Mysterious Orb from Lunda.

Odin’s Raven 2/2 – Map Link

Once you go through the cave with the Reavers inside, you’ll find a chain you can use to rappel down. This will take you to a platform where you can lower a bridge allowing you to shortcut from and to Cliffside Ruins’ main area. Opposite to the bridge, that is, east of the chain used to descend, you’ll find a Lore Marker (‘‘Call to Arms’’), alongside a common chest. You can use this spot to kill the Raven across the river. The Raven is east of your location, on top of a tree branch close to the water. To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read.

 

The Jungle

 

Lore 1/2 (Lore Marker – Unforgiven) – Map Link

Located on the second platform (starting from the south side)

Dragon Hunts 1/3 (+4 Dragon Tooth) – Map Link

Round platform on the water

Legendary Chest 1/2 (Whisper of the World – Light Runic Attack – Draupnir Spear) –  Map Link

Climb the wall east of the Celestial Altar location, and then head south until you can drop below to a path that goes east, taking you around the wall. Once you reach the end of it, go up the platform on your left (west) by hooking your way through. Use the large rock in front of you and the wall next to it to advance. Use the Sigil Arrows to burn the branches on the platform on top of which the chest is located. Finally, hook to the north side of the platform you are standing on top of, and hook over the water to the platform with the Legendary Chest on it.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

First device is on top of a platform west of the chest. Second one is on top of a rock covered by branches, next to the platform east of the Celestial Altar. Use the Sigil Arrows to clear the blocking vines. Last one is in the structure above the Celestial Altar, in order to get a clear view you must go around the structure east of it and follow the path. This is the same path used to access the Legendary Chest. Once in the platform of the Legendary Chest, hook over to the west-most platform south-west of your location.

Odin’s Raven 1/1 – Map Link

On the platform where you fight the Ogres, to the south. On top of a large tree branch over a Red Chest.

Dragon Hunt 2/3 (The Corpse Eater) – Map Link

From the platform with the Legendary Chest, head west and go around the corner. Jump on the marked wall and follow the signs while climbing to the top.

Lore 2/2 Rune Read City of Possibility – Map Link

Down the cage used to lure Drake. Once you rappel down, hit the revolving device on the north side, above the circular piece, to exit the cage. Exit to the west side and follow the corridor counter-clockwise.

Legendary Chest 2/2 (Yields Jewel of Yggdrasil Amulet Fragment) – Map Link

Down the cage used to lure Drake. Once you rappel down, hit the revolving device on the north side, above the circular piece, to exit the cage. Exit to the west side and follow the corridor counter-clockwise.

Artifacts 1/1 (Kvasir’s Poems – An Organisation: In The Future) – Map Link

During night time, you need to access the tunnel to The Jungle, then you can gather this Artifact near a dead body.

 

Dragon Hunts 3/3 – Map Link

From the previous legendary chest, exit the room and take the enemies to the elevator and trap them with your axe. Then lift up an elevator so you can use the enemies to make the dragon kill them. Then go to the site where the Stag was to return to the dragon’s den and kill him.

Casualties of War 1/1 – Map Link

After the previous Raven, look at the corner across it and gather the purple item.

Seasonal Stags 1/1 – Map Link

After the previous dragon, go back to the Mystic Gateway during day time. You can use the Celestial Altar. Use the boat to go back to the island with the Ogres. Then use your Chaos Chains to go ahead through the roots and swing across. There you can find the Seasonal Stag in front of where you are standing.

 

The Plains

 

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Hrotti) – Map Link

There are three Oath Guard minibosses at The Plains. They can be found on optional paths. The order in which you kill them doesn’t matter, the second one will always drop the relic.

Casualties of War 1/3 – Map Link

Near the location of Egil the Oath Guard.

Odin’s Ravens 1/5 – Map Link

Across Brok’s Shop. Turn back 180 degrees, and you will find the raven standing on a big rock, just in front of you.

Lore 1/5 (Lore Marker – Seidr) – Map Link

Head past Brok’s Shop, you can find the Lore Marker near the Revenants, after going up the set of stairs.

Yggdrasil Rift 1/3 – (+40 Dust of Realms +3 Lyndwyrm Scales, +4000 Hacksilver, Gale Spark – Weapon Upgrade) – Map Link

Past Brok’s Shop, take the stairs up. You will encounter Revenants, defeat them and turn right. Don’t head down just yet, keep moving until you find the rift.

Nornir Chest 1/2 – Map Link

Drop down to the other side from the higher level where you faced the Revenants, and turn right. You will find the chest there. You can see the first bell rune on its left. The second one can be found hidden, behind the chest, between the intersection of the wall and the small “mountain”. The third one can be found, past the chest. Turn right after you reach the small hurricane, on the edge, and you will find the rune on a higher level.

Odin’s Ravens 2/5 – Map Link

When you are in the area with the door that has poison gas coming under it, turn back 180 degrees and move towards the edge. You will see the Raven on a lower platform, slightly to the left.

Odin’s Ravens 3/5 – Map Link

Take the path between the Mystic Gateway and Brok’s Shop. You will find a chest. Stick to the left and keep moving until the left path reaches a column. Turn to the left and you will find the Raven there, on a crumbled big stone that is located on the lower level.

Casualties of War 2/3 (The Scroll – Stunning Fang) – Map Link

Take the path between the Mystic Gateway and Brok’s Shop, and drop down at the end. Enter the cave-like building and you will find a spirit that starts this favor. . To finish it, take the scroll to the area where you found the Legendary Chest surrounded by reddish trees.

Odin’s Ravens 4/5 – Map Link

Leave the area with the Mystic Gateway and Brok’s Shop, and move towards the Frozen Thunder. You will see the Raven left to the thunder, standing on a stone.

Epic Hunt 1/2 (Soul Eater – +10 Purified Crystalline, +100 Shattered Rune, +5 Bonded Leather, Eir’s Armament – Amulet Enchantment, Hunter’s Brand – Resource) – Map Link

West of a tree between two large rocks, camouflaged as a cluster of stones.

Lore 2/5 (Lore Marker – Apology) – Map Link

Next to a gate’s arch, in a spot infested with Seior enemies. Same location as the Nornir Chest.

Nornir Chest 2/2 –Map Link

Next to a gate’s arch, in a spot infested with Seior enemies. Same location as the Lore Marker. One device is around the tree behind the Nornir Chest. Must deactivate the noxious mist first. Second one is on top of one of the rocks west of the chest. The last one is inside a large crack on a tree south-east of the Nornir Chest.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Honour of the Fallen – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

Next to the Mystic Gateway there’s a glowing rock. Throw your spear at its back. Then climb down until you reach the red chest and throw another 2 spears at the front of the rocks. You can now detonate all 3 spots at the same time. Then you can the legendary chest.

Lore 3/5 (Lore Marker – Stupidity): Go through the tunnel – Map Link

Lift the gate you can find next to where you defeated Dreki Dragon and go across the tunnel. Then go ahead and take the first boat you can. Head back to the start of the Dreki area. Once you get there, climb up the left wall until you reach a Red Chest. Drop down using the rope. Once you land on the right hill you can find another Lore Marker.

Lore 4/5 (The Lost Pages) – Map Link

After the previous Seasonal Stag, take the path on your left until you reach the corridor where you can get The Lost Pages.

Lore 5/5 (Treasure Map – A Scar is Born) – Map Link

Can be found on the same island as the previous Yggdrasil Rift.

Buried Treasure (Treasure Map – A Scar is Born) – Map Link

Heading to The Skinholes area, go through the archway where you can gather this treasur

Odin’s Ravens 5/5 – Map Link

Take the boat and head to the north east area of the lake. Then, look for the Blacksmith, across him you can find a new Raven on a cliff.

Yggdrasil Rift 2/3 (Lindwyrm) – Map Link

At the location where you fight The Crimson Dread, next to the north gate.

Yggdrasil Rift 3/3 – Map Link

From the Mystic Gateway go back where you defeated the dragon. As you climb down you can get the Yggdrasil Rift.

Draugr Holes 1/1 – Map Link

Take the canoe to get to the northeast lake area. Then go to the north dock where you can get this Draugr Hole.

Dragon Hunts 1/2 – Map Link

Take the boat and head to the southwest dock. Get down to the hole to defeat Dreki Dragon.

Dragon Hunts 2/2 – Map Link

You can find this dragon after defeating the Oat Guard. Go across the gap to get to the Dragon. After defeating it, interact with Birgir and the Mystic Gateway to complete the Dragon Hunt.

Epic Hunts 1/2 (Nocturnal Predator) – Map Link

Next to the Nornir Chest, use Chaos Blades to free the 3 animals trapped. Later, interact with the platform so the Phantom enemy will appear. To defeat him, you need to take down 5 totems. 4 of them can be easily spotted from the center of the area, and the last one can be found in the north area across the river.

Epic Hunts 2/2 (Favor: In Plain Sight) – Map Link

From the last Lore Marker, go down and check two of the animal carcasses. After that, you need to attack the rock in the middle to wake up the Soul Eater mini-boss.

Casualties of War 3/3 – ???

Same location than the Legendary Chest

Seasonal Stags 1/2 – ???

It can be found next to the Mystic Gateway on the left.

Seasonal Stags 2/2 – ???

Take the canoe to go back into The Jungle. Use the chain close to the Mystic Gateway to open the gate . Go ahead until you get to the “The Wishing Well” area where you can get the Stag.

 

The Sinkholes

 

Nornir Chest ½ – Map Link

All devices need to be activated with Sigil Arrows. The first device is on a small rock ledge just north of the chest’s location. The second one is south of the chest’s location, outside the opening where Kratos, Mimir and Atreus notice the tremors. The last one is on a small ledge above the south exterior wall from the area where the chest is located. Climb the marked ledge opposite to it and use Sigil Arrows to activate.

Lore Marker 1/1 (Lore Marker – Everything Ends) – Map Link

On the side of the river with various enemies, opposite to the one with the Mystic Gateway, and where you speak to Arrogant Squirrel.

Artifact 1/1 (Kvasir’s Poems – Eastern Spectre) – Map Link

From the location where you fight Crag Jaw, head to the west wall where you’ll find a narrow opening you can go through. Go up the nearby stairs and you’ll find a corpse holding the poem in front of a common chest.

Berserker Gravestone 1/1 (Chaos Flame) – Map Link

On the other side of the river, where you first fight the dragon.

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

On the other side of the river where you first fight the dragon, next to the south-west wall.

Odin’s Raven 1/1 – Map Link

On top of a rock ledge across the river from the entry to the cave leading to The Ash Tyrant

Nornir Chest 2/2 – Map Link

All three devices must be set simultaneously by using the spear and triggering it. The first device is on top of a column west of the chest’s location. The second one is southeast of the chest, on a ledge in the corner of a large pillar. The last one is north of the chest, on top of some rocks.

Dragon Hunt 2/2 The Ash Tyrant (Seal of Runic Storm – Enchantment) – Map Link

Climb through the pillar where the second device to open the Nornir Chest is located.

Dragon Hunts 1/2 – Map Link

Burn the vines on the cave ceiling, cross the gap and drop near the end. Head right and go through the tunnel. You will find the Dragon.

Casualties of War 1/1 – Map Link

Head to the gate opposite to where you pulled the chains. Destroy the glowing rocks using the Draupnir Spear, by exploding them at the same time. Head to the end of the tunnel, to find more rocks to destroy. Pick up the item that you find at the end.

Seasonal Stag 1/1 – Map Link

From the Lore Marker location, swing across the river to find the stag. It is important to note that you have to talk to Ratatoskr to receive the Yggdrasil Leaves before being able to interact with the Stag.

 

The Southern Wilds

 

Odin’s Raven 1/1 – Map Link

Upon first entering The Southern Wilds through the Mystic Gateway, head North into the first area and turn West after reaching the leaning tree in the center. Go across a set of stairs under an arch made of roots that leads you to the riverside. Odin’s Raven will be circling above the river.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Wrath of the Frost Ancient – Light Runic Attack) – Map Link

After opening the metal gate, follow the linear path until you reach the first open area. Go to the Northmost wall and turn East. Before going any further, turn back North. You’ll find a hole in the wall next to some big roots, cross it to get to the Legendary Chest.

Artifact 1/1 (Kvasir’s Poems -The Sunrise of Nothingness) Map Link

Kvasir’s Poem is concealed under a concrete plate on the floor. In order to break it, head south and turn left (east) as you follow the linear path. You’ll reach a dead warrior facing some climbable structures that will take you through a highway that eventually forces you to turn either left or right. Take the path on the left (south) until you reach the end of it. Jump to the structure to your left (east) and release the Iron device hanging from it. You can now use the blades to hook into the stone plate below and smash through it, giving you access to Kvasir’s Poem.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

From the area where the beasts abused you, head north through the main route. Cross under the large tree roots to the west and continue until you find the Nornir Chest next to a large tree. In order to open it you need to correctly set 3 nearby devices to display the letters shown on the chest, by smashing the circle pieces on each one with your Axe until the right letter is displayed.The first one is located immediately to the right (east) when facing the chest, on top of a large rock. Set the blue vines/roots protecting it on fire with your blades and match the one on the chest. The second one is atop a rock ledge exactly left (southwest) to the chest. The third one is facing the chest (southeast), on top of a rock and next to a tree in the path from which you came from. This device is also covered in blue vines, which go around the tree. Facing the device, set the blue vines on fire from the left side of the tree and then set the correct letter.

Hel Tears 1/1 – Map Link

Arriving from The Southern Wilds Mystic Gateway, you can find this item on the right side. You won’t see it the first time you get here, as you need to be more advanced in the game story.

 

The Veiled Passage

 

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

Once you enter The Veiled Passage, land on the shore to your right (east). Use the flaming vase-like recipient to clear the path next to it and advance to the chest. To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read. In order to open the chest you must destroy the hanging devices across the river in a short period of time, otherwise the counter on the chest will reset. To achieve this, use Freya’s Sigil bridging the space between them and throw one of the projectiles from the flaming recipient towards them.

Artifact 1/1 (Family Crests – Kvasir’s Crest) – Map Link

Once you reach the shore with the three skeletons hanging from above, break the wooden gate to your left (west) and climb the south wall. Turn right to the open-ended cave with the two Reavers. Go right (north) and follow the path to the next section where you’ll find more Reavers. Destroy the wooden structure to reveal the artifact.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Seidr Sacrifice) – Map Link

Once you reach the shore with the three skeletons hanging from above, break the wooden gate to your left (west) and climb the south wall. The marker is on your right once you reach the top. To access The Veiled Passage you need to disengage the magic sealed wall by making Freya read the runic words. Once you land on the shore outside Cliffside Ruins, head straight south until you reach the rock wall, next to the spot where Gunhild appears to ask for a favor. Use the chain hanging from the rocks to climb to a small area where you’ll find the device for Freya’s rune read.

Odin’s Raven 1/1 – Map Link

Once you reach the shore with the three skeletons hanging from above, face south-west to the upper side of the cave. The raven is standing on a branch

Alfheim

All Collectibles for GOW Ragnarok Alfheim: Artifacts x11, Lore x19, Odin’s Ravens x10, Nornir Chests x7, Legendary Chests x12, Yggdrasil Rifts x1, Berserker Gravestones x2, Berserker Gravestones x1, Remnants of Asgard x2, Hel Tears x1

Nine Realms in Bloom x1, The Elven Sanctum x1, Freyr’s Gift x1, The Desert Door x1, Secret of the Sands x1, Song of the Sands x1

Temple of Light

Lore 1/2 (Scroll – The Bifrost Bridge) – Map Link

As you are climbing the ladder, turn to your left and drop down. Tyr will mention something about heading on the wrong way, but Atreus will mention that Kratos likes to be thorough. Fight some Wretches, and take the left path. The scroll is next to the dead body.

Legendary Chest 1/3 (Hades Retribution – Light Ruinic Attack) – Map Link

You can find the Legendary Chest, just below the area where you found the last scroll. On the side of the walk, you can find an opening, from which you can drop down to the lower level. Once there, turn to your left to find the chest.

Odin’s Ravens (1/2) – Map Link

When you drop down from the stairs, you will notice a trapped Raven. In order to reach it, you have to throw your axe to the Twilight Stone, in a way that it manages to bounce on the one found in the room with the Raven, to be able to hit it. The arc will turn blue when the axe is on target to hit the other stone, so this will help you improve your aim.

Artifact 1/2 (Kvasir’s Poems – Visions after Rest) – Map Link

Once you reach the room with the hanging Twilight Stone on the right. Turn right and use the Blades of Chaos to climb to the upper level. Once you are up, turn left and move until the end of the path to find the artifact on the floor.

Legendary Chest 2/3 (Hilt of Gram – Relic) – Map Link

When you are in the room in which you have to use the wheel to position the twilight stone. On the right of the wheel, you can find a circular golden door, open it to reach the area where the chest is. In order to obtain the chest you have to solve a puzzle. You have to use the Axe so that it bounces on the stone and cuts the chain of the elevator. Use the chain to move the Twilight Stone all the way up, and from that position throw the axe in a way that it hits the white marble. Notice the blue arc. Release the chain, and once the elevator is again in its original position, call back your axe. If you have done it correctly, you will cut the rope and the chest will be waiting for you at the lower level.

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Gram) – Map Link

Can be found on a Legendary Chest in Alfheim. Players can first obtain the Hilt of Gram while completing Groa’s Secret.

Artifact 2/2 (Kvasir’s Poems – Spirits Within Walls) – Map Link

After you complete the hanging twilight stone puzzle and face the Exploding Nightmares. Take the left path and you will find the artifact on a round table, in the middle of the room.

Legendary Chest 3/3 (Rune-Engraved Release – Accesory) – Map Link

Use the shield like structures to get to the platform. From the platform, move the giant Twilight Stone to your right with the blades of chaos. Then Use the Leviathan Axe to bounce off the Stone and break the light crystal below the doorway. This will unlock the light door preventing you from reaching this chest.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

This chest has you looking for 3 bell-like runes. It can be found after you push the elves’ statue to create a light bridge. The First rune is right next to it. The second one can be found on the right side of the stairs, on an upper level. The third one can also be found on your right side, but this time, going downstairs, hit the Twilight stone that it hits the bell.

Odin’s Ravens 2/2 – Map Link

After fighting the Elves in a room full of Twilight Stones, head to the stairs and you will see it on the left side. Perched on a small balcony. Easily spotted. Go up a few stairs to hit it with your axe.

Lore 2/2 (Rune Read – Limitless) – Map Link

Once you are in the Central chamber. You will have to align two statues in order to keep advancing. Command Atreus to shoot a Sonic Arrow to the statue on the right in order to position its shield in the middle of it. This will allow you to traverse to another platform using the Blades of Chaos. You can’t be in front of the statue to do this, move to the side, at the beginning of the stairs. Doing so, you will reach the platform that contains this Lore piece.

The Barrens

Artifact 1/3 (Tributes to Freyr – Horn) – Map Link

Head to the north corner into the building, defeat the enemies. Next to the Lore Marker Stone, there’s a purple item to the left. It’s a horn.

Lore 1/4 (Lore Marker – The Tower’s Purpose) – Map Link

North corner into the building, defeat the enemies. The Lore Marker Stone is visible near the wall.

Lore 2/4 (Scroll- The Lost Pages) – Map Link

North corner into the building, defeat the enemies. The Diagram is on the ground next to the chest at the west corner of the building.

Legendary Chest 1/3 (Gauntlets of Radiance – Wrist Armor) – Map Link

North corner into the building. The Chest can be found at the southeast corner of this platform.

Buried Treasure 1/1 – Vulture’s Gold (+10 Shattered Rune, +1 Stonewood, +1 Dwarven Steel +1 Honed Metal, Lethal Detonation – Accessory) – Map Link

Can be found inside the big dragon head. Northern part of the region.

Lore 3/4 (Lore Marker – The Desert of Our Ignorance) – Map Link

Head to the Southeast corner of the field where you can ride the Gulon.

Artifact 2/3 (Kvasir’s Poems) – Map Link

Climb inside the fossil to the west of the sandy field. Climb again to the next level and follow that path. Defeat the Enemies. There’s a wall that you can climb up once more. The Poem is on the ground.

Legendary Chest 2/3 (Belt of Radiance) – Map Link

Climb inside the fossil to the west of the sandy field. Climb again to the next level and follow that path. Defeat the Enemies. There’s a wall that you can climb up once more. The Chest is right there.

Lore 4/4 (Lore Marker – Gulon Cull) – Map Link

Head to the Southeast corner of the field where you can ride the Gulon.

Artifact 3/3 (Tributes to Freyr – Harp) – Map Link

There’s a passage next to the entrance to the field where you can ride the Gulon. It’s hard to see it in the dark. The Harp can be found on the right side of the small cave.

Legendary Chest 3/3 (Rond of Affliction – Shield Attachment) – Map Link

There’s a passage next to the entrance to the field where you can ride the Gulon. It’s hard to see it in the dark. The chest is right inside. From here you can cut the roots, You have to position yourself to hit the 2 roots that are further, by standing next to the closer one. The plan is to hit the closer one with the returning motion of the axe, it’s not only about throwing the axe the correct direction, but you have to time the moment to call the axe to you again. Otherwise, the trajectory curve will be too wide and won’t hit the last root.

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 (Chaos Spark, +2 Sovereign Coals +25 Dust of Realms) – Map Link

This appears on the lava pit turned to stone at the west platform after defeating The Hateful.

Odin’s Raven 1/2 – Map Link

Head to the north, there’s a white man made building. Before entering there’s a tree to the left with an Odin Raven standing on it. The shot is easy.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

Head to the north, there’s a platform with a bright building covered in roots. You can cut the roots by throwing the axe from the back.

Now you have to light the torches around the platform to unlock the chest. The first torch is at the left from where you threw the axe on the high ground. The second one is right next to the chest. The third one is very high up over the building, barely visible, and you don’t have enough range to ignite it directly with your sword-chain. You have to hit the vase next to it using your axe to ignite the last torch.

Secrets of the Sands 1/1 – Map Link

The first part of trying to save the creature is when you find it a bit entangled by some roots that you have to destroy.

Destroy the barricade on the left, the vase can be seen from the edge of the fall. Jump on the platform and hit the roots on the right below, destroying the first one and bouncing the axe to the other two.

Lastly, hit the Twilight Stone above you to the left, from an angle that will hit the first root and the next Twilight Stone at the same time.

You must proceed to go up to the surface and open the hive cage on the surface after this.

Once you are on the surface, ride the Gulon and head to the red light that can be seen not very far ahead to the Northwest. Atreus will announce that you are supposed to be once you reach there. Interact with the hive cage and free the Hafgufa.

Odin’s Ravens 2/2 – Map Link

Head to the giant skeleton found on the NE area of the map. Enter inside the skeleton and look through the skull’s right eye socket to find the Raven.

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 (Asgard’s Security – Amulet Enchantment, Frozen Flame – Weapon Upgrade, Berserker Cuirass – Chest Armor) – Map Link

Svipdagr the Cold and Sisters of Illska. Can be found on the SE area of the map. Near the Lore Marker.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 – Map Link

Travel to the Canyons Mystic Gateway, and take the sled. Head on the sled pass the big arch and stick to the right side. Eventually, you will run into a small ledge. Climb it to reach the camp.

The Below

Lore 1/1 (Rune Read – Wall Art) – Map Link

After opening the path to reach the Chest, you will see the Wall Art right next to it.

Legendary Chest 1/1 – Map Link

This Chest can be seen from the other side of a gate that can only be opened from outside. Continue your quest until you reach back to this location but from the other side. Once you are there, leave the gate open, then go hit the first bell that can be found in the high ground on a circular cave window. Jump down and hit the second one which is right next to the chest. And lastly, hit the one that is inside the cave through the opened gate.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

You can find this chest, immediately after the lore, but in a locked gate. You have to open the gate and then climb around to open the gate on the higher level. Now you have to hit the 3 runes using the Leviathan Axe. The runes are upstairs in a window, in front of the chest itself, and the last one in a tunnel next to the chest.

The Burrows

Lore 1/1 (Rune Read- Sacrifice) – Map Link

Found in the area where you have the big fight.

Legendary Chest 1/2 (Hel’s Touch, Light Runic Attack) – Map Link

Use the Twilight stone to break the obstacle and then climb through the created path to reach the Legendary Chest.

Artifacts 1/1 (Tributes to Freyr – Pipe) – Map Link

Can be acquired by defeating all enemies.

Legendary Chest 2/2  (Nemean Crush – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

Can be found in the same room as the artifact.

The Canyons

Lore 1/2 (Vulture’s Gold – Treasure Map) – Map Link

It’s the first item that can be found after Tyr leaves through the portal. On the ground in the middle of the way, next to a couple of dead bodies.

Odin’s Ravens 1 /1 – Map Link

It is first seen flying up high right after discovering The Canyons, but the shot becomes much easier after you climb up, continue your way to the left, then climp up. The Raven flies much closer to you from there.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Marker – U-Natur-Liker) – Map Link

Next to Sindri’s camp, it’s very hard to miss.

The Forbidden Sands

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Angrvadall) – Map Link

At the end of The Desert Door favor, players will face Gravel Belly. It drops Skirnir’s Gambanteinn once defeated. It can be used to craft this hilt.

Odin’s Ravens 1/4 – Map Link

Found circling near the big statue.

Odin’s Ravens 2/4 – Map Link

A raven can be found on one of the rocks near the Light Elf Statue

Artifact 1/3 (Kvasir’s Poems ) – Map Link

Can be found inside the small white stone tower

Berserker Gravestone 1/1 (+3 Tempered Remnants, +40 Shattered Rune, +40 Bonded Leather, Grip of the Nine Realms in Bloom – Axe Attachment):

Use the Berserker Gravestone to summon Hjalti The Stolid

Legendary Chest 1/2 (Hardened War Handles – Blades Attachment) – Map Link

Destroy the roots that are blocking the way to the chest

Nornir Chest 1/2 (Svartalfheim’s Fortitude – Amulet Enchantment, +10 Shattered Rune) – Map Link

Use the Sigil Arrows to ignite the first vessel with the rune. The second Rune is next to the Chest, and The third rune is behind the pillar.

Odin’s Ravens 3/4 – Map Link

The raven is near one of the Runes.

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 (Dawnbloom) – Map Link

It is next to the tombstone. Kill the enemies.

Lore 1/7  (Lore Marker – Bjarg Stormr) – Map Link

Go to where the raven was and you will find a tombstone

Lore 2/7 (Lore Marker – The Enlightened One) – Map Link

Use the crystals to light up the Frey’s Monument necklace. The stone tombstone will light up and you will be able to read its message

Freyr’s Gift 1/1 (Inkoke the Storm – Runic Summon, +1 Folkvangr Whetstone, +13 Whispering Slab) – Map Link

Complete the Freyr’s Gift Favor, using the crystals on the previous puzzle and grab the item.

Artifact 2/3 (Tributes to Freyr – Token) – Map Link

Past the door that has two locks. Squeeze through the gap to reach this area.

Yggdrasil Rift 1/1 (+10 Dust of Realms, +2 Stonewood, +2 Dwarven Steel, +2 Hone Metal, +750 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Near the location of the previous artifact, past the door that has two locks. Squeeze through the gap to reach this area.

Artifact 3/3 (Tributes to Freyr – Bracelet) – Map Link

It can be found near the door that needs two keys to open.

Lore 3/7 (Scroll – An Examination of Temporal Significance) – Map Link

Can be found at The Elven Sanctum, inside the Elven Library. On one of the tables.

Lore 4/7 (Lore Marker -Rules of the Sanctum) – Map Link

The Tombstone is inside the Elven Library.

Lore 5/7 (Treasure Map – Forgotten Tower) – Map Link

To find the Map, climb the stone wall one more level.

Legendary Chest 2/2 (Jewel of Yggdrasil – Amulet Fragment) – Map Link

The chest is in front of you, next to a red chest

The Elven Sanctum 1/1 (Consul’s Journal) – Map Link

Can be found on the white and gold lectern. You will have to face the Maven inside another room. After leaving the Sanctum, the quest will be completed.

Lore 6/7 (Lore Marker – The Arbiters of Knowledge) – Map Link

Follow the path, and eventually you will find it

The Desert Door 1/1 (+2 Dragon Tooth, +1 Dragon Claw, Alfheim’s Fortune – Amulet Enchantment, Skirnir’s Gambanteinn – Resource) – Map Link

You can find the First half outside the Elven Library in the southwestern area of the map, this will start the Favor. Travel south-east from there, and you will find the other half. Head back to the door. Open it to face Gravel Belly. Defeat it.

Buried Treasure 1/1 (+10 Shattered Rune, +1 Stonewood, +1 Dwarven Steel, +1 Honed Metal, Alfheim’s Virtue – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

Can be found near the Big Closed Door.

Lore 7/7 (Scroll- The Lost Pages) – Map Link

Can be found on a table inside the Elven Library.

Odin’s Ravens 4/4 – Map Link

The platform that accesses the Elven Library has a hole right at the base. Enter the hole and you will see the raven in front of you

Nornir Chest 2/2 (+10 Shattered Rune, Alfheim’s Justice – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

The chest will be in the middle of the underground room. Throw your axe to cut all the roots. Ignite the first rune to your left. The second rune is on the opposite side. And the third rune is behind a hidden wall. Just above the previous Rune. Use the Sonic Arrows to open the wall.

Song of the Sands – Map Link

You will automatically start this Favor by traversing The Burrows, You have to free the big flying jellyfish-like creature. Once you get back up to the desert, just cut the creature loose to finish the favor.

The Strond

Lore (1/2) – Rune Read – Broken History – Map Link

As soon as you arrive, slightly to your left, there is a Rune Read.

Nornir Chest 1/2  – Map Link

Drop down the edge on your left side. Just after squeezing through the gap. You will find a Nornir Chest there. The first rune can be found just behind you, use the Blades of Chaos to ignite it. Move forward until the end and turn left, look down to see it on a slightly lower level than yours. Again, use the blades to ignite it. For the third one, you will have to get to a higher position. Climb the two ledges and turn left. Look down to find the third rune. Use the Blades of Chaos to ignite it.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Marker – The Living Desert) – Map Link

Before the small gap where Kratos has to squeeze to pass through, turn left and drop down. You will find a Lore Marker there.

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

Can be found on a tree’s branch. Impossible to miss, it is on the side of the main road.

Artifact 1/2 (Kvasir’s Poems – Afterlife Abandonment) – Map Link

Found in the room with the Legendary Chest. After the first time you find Twilight Stone, destroy the barricade and move forward until you fall to a lower level. On the lower level, turn left and head forward. Destroy some jars to enter the area, and turn left to find the poem alongside the Legendary Chest.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Skadi’s Edge – Light Runic Attack) – Map Link

After the first time you find Twilight Stone, destroy the barricade and move forward until you fall to a lower level. On the lower level, turn left and head forward. Destroy some jars to enter the area, and turn left to find the poem alongside the Legendary Chest.

Artifact 2/2 (Tributes To Freyr – Dream Charm) – Map Link

Found to the right, near a Nornir Chest. Right after lifting a heavy rock to grant passage to you and your companions.

Hel Tears 1/1 (Frozen Spark, +3 Essence of Hel, +60 Dust of Realms, +5000 Hascksilver) – Map Link

From the Strond Mystic Gateway, travel to the south gate. From your position, you will see the Hel Tear, on the lower level. Drop down to activate it.

Remnant of Asgard 1/1 (+3 Tempered Remnants, +50000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Head through the cave in which you have used the Twilight Stone for the first time. Continue forward and turn right until you find a climbable wall. Move forward to face the enemies. Loot the red chest

Nornir Chest 2/2 (Midgard’s Bravery – Amulet Enchantment, +10 Shattered Rune) – Map Link

Lift the heavy stone in the way, and you will find the chest near you. You will find one rune near the big tree in front of the chest. Another one near the left side of the chest. To access the third one, break the rock on the side using the Draupnir Spear, and past the Mystic Gateway you will find the Rune.

Niflheim

All Collectables for GOW Niflheim: Nornir Chests    x1, Legendary Chests x7, Berserker Gravestones x1, Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom x2, Tree of Woe x1, The Broken Prison x1

Mist Fields

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom – Map Link

You can get it as you get out of the Mystic Gateway

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 – Map Link

As you proceed down the path you will find it in the center of the path.

The Raven Tree

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Forsbandr) –Map Link

You will be able to open the 6 legendary chests near the treeafter finding all 48 Odin’s Ravens throughout the game. Once you do so, The Raven Tree will spawn. Follow him down the hill, and defeat him to obtain the Relic

The Eyes of Odin 1/1 – Map Link

Once you have opened all 6 Legendary Chests, The Raven Keeper Boss will appear. You need to follow him and defeat him.

Legendary Chests 1/6 (Girdle of the Raven Tears – Waist Armor) – Map Link

You need to open the first chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found 6 Odin’s Ravens to open.

Legendary Chests 2/6 (Bracers of Raven Tears – Wrist Armor) – Map Link

You need to open the second chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found 12 Odin’s Ravens to open.

Legendary Chests 3/6 (Cuirass of Raven Tears – Chest Armor) – Map Link

You need to open the third chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found 18 Odin’s Ravens to open

Legendary Chests 4/6 (Breath of Thamur – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

You need to open the fourth chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found 28 Odin’s Ravens to open.

Legendary Chests 5/6 (Meteoric Slam – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

You need to open the fifth chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found 38 Odin’s Ravens to open.

Legendary Chests 6/6 (The Finger of Ruin – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

You need to open the sixth chest under the Raven Tree. Requires having found all 48 Odin’s Ravens to open.

Aesir Prison Wreckage

1/1 Relic (Motsognir’s Call) – Map Link

To the left of the Legendary Chest in this region, on the top floor of the prison. It’s not tracked in the region overview for 100% completion so can be easy to overlook it, but you can go back any time to grab it. The region is only available after the story, via a new path that opens up to the left of The Raven Tree in Niflheim.

Nornir Chests 1/1 – Map Link

Once you have finished your first playthrough, you can now follow a new path to the left of the Raven Tree. Follow it until you reach the prison. You must go down one floor to access this Nornir Chest. Go down another floor and stand in the corner to destroy the ceiling.. Then you also need to destroy 3 totems, one is in front of the chest, the second is on the floor below the chest. The third one is on the bottom floor.

Legendary Chests 1/1 – Map Link

You need to pull the bottom chain, then go up the spear and then you will get access to the Legendary Chest.

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

Can be found in the prison cell in the corner at the bottom floor.

The Broken Prison 1/1 – Map Link

On the bottom floor, swing across by using the chains to lower the spears. After defeating the enemy you will encounter there, you can open the cell.

Muspelheim

All Collectables for GOW Muspelheim: Lore x1, Odin’s Ravens x2, Nornir Chests x2, Legendary Chests x1, Remnants of Asgad x1, Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom x1, Muspelheim Crucible x15, Defend Your Valor x1

Burning Cliffs

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 (+70 Hardened Remnants, +60 Tempered Remnants, +60 Fortified Remnants, +250328 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After you squeeze through the gap, move to the lava waterfall and pass through the other side. Jump through the river of lava and move forward until you reach the camp.

Lore 1/1 (Rune Read – Valhalla Rises) – Map Link

You will find the Rune read at the camp where you complete the Remnant of Asgard.

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

From the Legendary Chest, on your right you will see the Odin’s Raven a few meters away.

Nornir Chests 1/1 – Map Link

Cross to the other side of the lava waterfall and continue on the path. A large rock blocks the way. Break the rock to access the Nornir Chest. Use the Sigil Arrows to light the runes.

Legendary Chests 1/1 (+1000 Divine Ashes) –Map Link

Follow the path until you find a pot hanging from the ceiling. Break it, and eliminate the enemies

The Crucible

Nine Realms in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

Near the shop located at the beginning of the area. Just to the right.

Defend Your Valor 1/1 (The Queen’s Armor – Freya Armor, Rond of Obliteration – Shield Attachment, Gna’s Journal) – Map Link

From the shop near the Mystic Gateway, drop down to the area where the giant sword is, and enter the small gap. Reach the edge, look down and use the hook three times. Climb up to face Gna.

Nornir Chests 1/1 (Chaos Flame) – Map Link

Unlocked after completing the first 6 Crucible Challenges.

Crucible Challenges 15/15: Each one of the 15 crucible challenges available count towards 100% completion. You have three paths to choose (Left, Right and Center). In each one of these paths, there is a sword, that allows you to choose 2 challenges. Each sword is represented by a Rune (F, N and R)

This makes a total of 6 challenges, two in each path. These are the 6 original challenges:

• Challenge #1: Weapon Mastery – F Sword (Shoulder Guard of Undying Pyres – Chest Armor, +250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link
• Challenge #2: Flawless – F Sword (+250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link
• Challenge #3: Ring Out – N Sword (Bracers of Undying Pyres – Wrist Armor, +250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link
• Challenge #4: Feed the Rift – N Sword (+250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link
• Challenge #5: Population Control – R Sword (Girdle of Undying Pyres – Waist Armor, +250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link
• Challenge #6: King of the Hill – R Sword (+250 Divine Ashes, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Note that if you complete challenge #2 before the first one, you will get the Shoulder Guards of Undiying Pyres there. The same applies to the other four challenges, the first one you complete from each sword nets you the unique item.

Complete this first 6 challenges, will spawn one new challenge in each of the 3 swords. Totaling 9 challenges.

• Challenge #7: Rampage – F Sword (+1 Smouldering Embers, +5 Asgardian Ingots, +250 Divine Ashes, +2500 Hacksilver)
• Challenge #8: Health Steal – N Sword (+1 Blazing Embers, +3 Luminous Alloy, +250 Divine Ashes, +2500 Hacksilver)
• Challenge #9: Survive – R Sword (+1 Blazing Ember, +3 Smouldering Embers, +2000 Divine Ashes, +40000 Hacksilver)

But that’s not all, you can now interact with the central sword in Muspelheim, to get 6 new challenges, finally reaching the 15 total. To unlock these 6 new challenges, you have to complete 2 challenges from different swords:

• Challenge #10: Kill Fuse – (Unlocked by completing 1 : F Sword + N Sword – Rewards: +4 Petrified Bone, +1 Glowing Ember, +250 Divine Ashes, +2500 Hacksilver)

• Challenge #11: Boss Rush – (Unlocked by completing 1 : R Sword + N Sword – Rewards: Muspelheims’s Essence – Amulet Enchantment, +3 Blazing Ember, +1 Smouldering Ember, +2 Glowing Ember, +2000 Divine Ashes, +40000 Hacksilver)

• Challenge #12: Shield Breaker – (Unlocked by completing 1 : F Sword + R Sword – Rewards: Muspelheim’s Force – Amulet Enchantment, +2 Blazing Ember, +3 Smouldering Ember, +1 Glowing Ember, +2000 Divine Ashes, +200000 Hacksilver)

• Challenge #13: Phantom – (Unlocked by completing 1 : R Sword + F Sword – Rewards: Surtr’s Scorched Girdle, +3 Blazing Ember, +2 Smouldering Ember, +1 Glowing Ember, +2000 Divine Ashes, +40000 Hacksilver)

• Challenge #14: Ring of Fire – (Unlocked by completing 1 : N Sword + F Sword – Rewards: Surtr’s Scorched Arm – Wrist Armor, +1 Blazing Ember, +2 Smouldering Ember, +3 Glowing Ember, +2000 Divine Ashes, +40000 Hacksilver)

Challenge #15: Onslaught – (Unlocked by completing 1 : N Sword + R Sword – Rewards: Muspelheim’s Endurance – Amulet Enchantment, +2 Blazing Ember, +1 Smouldering Ember, +3 Glowing Ember, +2000 Divine Ashes, +40000 hacksilver)

Surtr’s Forge

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

Head to where you first meet Surtr. The area is recognizable for its amount of swords coming from the ground. Look around to find the Raven perching quietly under an archway.

Midgard

All Collectables for GOW Midgard:  Artifacts x7, Lore x10, Odin’s Ravens x6, Nornir Chests x4, Legendary Chests x7, Yggdrasil Rifts x3, Berserker Gravestones x2, Berserker Gravestones x1, Remnants of Asgard x2, Hel Tears x1, Nine Realms in Bloom x1, Kol Raider Camps x4, Sigrun’s Curse x1, Guiding Light x4

Shores of Nine

Legendary Chest (1/1) (Sonic Aftershock) – Map Link

After meeting Freya, climb the chain and you will find the chest on the left side of the path.

Artifacts 1/1 (Stolen Treasures) – Map Link

Climb the wall to get inside the intact gravestone and you will find an artifact and a red chest.

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/2 (+5 Dust of Realms, +3 Stonewood, +4 Dwarven Steel, +2 Honed Metal, +500 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Found on the upper level of Tyr’s Temple’s deck.

Guiding Light 1/1 – Map Link

Use the Blades of Chaos to burn the blue brambles. The Rune Statue is hidden behind.

Yggdrasil Rifts 2/2 – Map Link

Found north of the Tyr’s Temple, take the right side to reach the rift, before the elevator.

The Lost Treasury

Nornir Chests 1/1  – Map Link

Climb to the top right of the giant golden shield and you will see the first rune. Use the Sigil Arrows to ignite it. The second rune will be visible once you move the giant shield to the left side. The third rune is to the right of the Legendary Chest.

Legendary Chests 1/1 (Sigil Punishment – Accessory, +1 Folkvangr Whetstone) – Map Link

The Legendary Chest is located behind the giant golden shield. To access it, you must first climb to the right of the top. Use the Blades of Chaos to move the big golden shield to the right and climb to the top. Destroy the pot next to the pillar. Go down, and move the giant shield to the left. A rune will be visible on the right. Use the Sigil Arrows to activate the rune. Climb back up, and use the pillar to block the shield. Move the giant shield to the side and the gate to the chest will be visible. Use the wooden wheel to lift the gate. You must block the two circular mechanisms so that the gate remains open.

Lore 1/2 (Lore Marker – Love’s End) – Map Link

Found in the area where you encounter the Traveler Champion. Defeat enemies in the area to access this Lore Marker

Sigrun’s Curse 1/1 – Map Link

After the previous Lore Marker, Mimir and Kratos will talk about the situation and then Freya will join the conversation. There you will complete de Sigrun’s Curse Favors and also obtain the Sigrun Lore Entry.

Lore 2/2 (The Lost Pages) – Map Link

After the previous Sigrun’s Curse, head back and use your weapon to destroy the ground below you. THen you can gather The Lost Pages from the ground

Well of Urd

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Rond of Purification – Shield Attachment) – Map Link

After completing The Word of Fate, you will see a marked wall on the opposite side. Slide down the wall you are on and use Blade of Chaos to destroy the opposite wall and access the Legendary Chest.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

After using the rope to descend, hit the last structure on your right to access the Nornir Chest below you.

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

Climb up the mountain behind the Hel tear. Once at the top, just turn around to find the Raven perching.

Hel Tears 1/1 (Frozen Spark – Weapon Upgrade) – Map Link

Climb to where you find the second Nornir brazier. Use the gap to access the next area to find the Hel Tear.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 – Map Link

Note that this is only available after finishing the main story. You can find a group of enemies at the start of the area. Defeat them to complete this

King’s Grave

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Skofnung) – Map Link

Players need to complete all Berserker Gravestones in order to face King Hrolf Kraki. Defeat him to obtain the Relic

Berserker Gravestone 1/1 (Hilt of Skofnung – Relic, Helheim’s Virtue – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

From the King’s Grave Mystic Gateway, take the left path all the way to reach the Berserker Gravestone.

Sanctuary Grove

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 (Mirkweed) – Map Link

Surround Chaurli, the giant turtle-like monster, to the left side. You will eventually find the Mirkweed on the ground.

The Oarsmen

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

You need to turn the spinning runes to match the ones that the chest is showing. The first one is to the left of the chest, the second is on the opposite side of the room, just below the structure, and the third spinning rune is behind the torches that illuminate the bird’s head statue

Legendary Chests 1/1 (Jewel of Yggdrasil – Amulet Fragment) – Map Link

The Legendary Chest is in the same room as the Mystic Gateway, but to access it you first have to climb the stone wall and then the golden chain to the top. Once at the top, pull the huge gable that hides a side entrance blocked by wooden boards and the stairs that access the Mystic Gateway.

Artifacts 1/2 (Stolen Treasure – Ankh) – Map Link

The artifact can be found in the hidden room below the stone staircase that leads to the Legendary Chest.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – An Accursed Name) – Map Link

The Lore Markers is in the same room as the Mystic Gateway, but to access it you first have to climb the stone wall and then the golden chain to the top. Once at the top, pull the huge gable that hides a side entrance blocked by wooden boards and the stairs that access the Mystic Gateway.

Odin’s Ravens 1/1 – Map Link

Can be found high up on the side of the mountain

Artifacts 2/2 (Kvasir’s Poems – The Dead do not Ride) – Map Link

Can be found near the Nornir Chest. Climb back up the same wall you climbed earlier. You will find the artifact at the top.

The Derelict Outpost

Lore 1/2 (Lore Marker – Blodugr Steinn) – Map Link

After reaching The Derelict Outpost, go into the cave on your left. Go through the cavern and out of it, go to your left to the end of the path to find a Lore Marker.

Artifact 1/1 (Stolen Treasures – Lyre) – Map Link

After the previous chest, head back until you reach a chain. Activate the mechanism to lift the wood and use it to cross to the platform on the other side. Defeat all enemies ahead, then climb down to face down new enemies. There you can gather an Artifact from the ground.

Odin’s Raven 1/2 – Map Link

After the previous chest, go back to the previous platform. From there take the left and go up the wall. From here you can shoot down an Odin’s Raven.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Marker – The Death Of Helgi) – Map Link

After the previous red chest, follow the path until you reach a new wooden mechanism. Use the chain to lower it to the bottom. Then hit the plate to flip it over. After that, use the chain again to lift it back up to the top. Then go ahead and climb the wall on your left, then turn right to use the mechanism to get to the platform on the other side. Once there, climb the wall in your left, then you will find a new Lore Marker

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Ivaldi’s Anvil – Heavy Runic Attack, +30 Whispering Slab) – Map Link

After the previous Lore Marker, take your left and you will find this a new Legendary Chest

Odin’s Raven 2/2 – Map Link

After climbing down the chain, follow the path until you find another Odin’s Raven above you.

Lake of Nine

1/1 Relic (Mystical Heirloom) – Map Link

Behind a destructible ice wall, must throw the spear at it. Then the Relic is on the ground next to a Lore Scroll and a frozen corpse.

Berserker Gravestone (Chaos Spark – Weapon Upgrade, +60 Dust of Realms, +3 Sovereign Coals, +5000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After defeating The Hateful, you can access a new Red Chest

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/1 (+5 Dust of Realms +3 Stonewood, +4 Dwarven Steel, +2 Honed Metal, +500 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After the previous Chest, follow the path and head down the stairs to get an Yggdrasill Rift

Guiding Light 1/3 – Map Link

Can be found on one of the sides of the giant helmet found in the middle of the frozen lake.

Lore 1/4 (Rune Read -Tyr’s Helmet) – Map Link

Can be found on one of the sides of the giant helmet found in the middle of the frozen lake.

Lore 2/4 (Rune Read – Tyr’s Spear) – Map Link

Can be found Near Tyr’s Temple bridge, in the southwest section of the lake.

Artifact 1/3 (Stolen Treasures – Kila) – Map Link

Head up the stairs to the Stolen Treasures Artifact from the ground next to a corpse

Odin’s Ravens 1/2 – Map Link

Can be found on one of the sides of the giant doors, Northeastern to Tyr’s Temple.

Berserker Gravestone 1/1 (Berserker Waist Guard – Waist Armor, +25 Bonded Leather, Tempered Remnants):

Go to the Berserker Gravestone sticking out of the frozen lake and summon Fraekni the Zealous. Defeat the King to acquire a New Lore Entry

Guiding Light 2/3 – Map Link

Can be found Near Tyr’s Temple bridge, in the southwest section of the lake.

Guiding Light 3/3 – Map Link

After getting on the sled, keep going until you find the Guiding Light on the right side of the road.

Lore 3/4 (Rune Read: Tyr’s Left Bracer) – Map Link

Next to the previous Guiding Light you can find this Rune Read

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 (+70 Hardened Remnants, +60 Tempered Remnants, +60 Fortified Remnants, +2500000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Head to the Raider Stronghold area, and head up using the elevator. Turn right to find the Remnants of Asgard.

Buried Treasure 1/2 – Treasure Map – Viking’s Gift (+25 Shattered Rune, +1 Stonewood, +1 Dwarven Steel, +1 Honed Metal, Midgard’s Justice – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

From Tyr’s Temple elevator, turn immediately to the right and follow that path almost until the end to the Raider Hideout. You will complete the treasure map Viking’s Gift there.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Lion’s Roar Sauroter – Spear Attachment) – Map Link

Destroy the marked stone using the Draupnir Spear. Fight the Frost Phantom that emerges and you will find the Legendary Chest behind the original location of the destroyed stone.

Buried Treasure 2/2 – Treasure Map – Demise of Dagestr (Helheim’s Force – Amulet Enchantment, +2 Petrified Bone, +2 Luminous Alloy, +2 Asgardian Ingot, +40 Shattered Rune) – Map Link

Head near the Raider Fort entrance, you will find a stone that can be destroyed with the Draupnir Spear. Do it and follow the path until the end to complete the Demise of Dagestr treasure map.

Artifact 2/3 (Stolen Treasures – Maya ) – Map Link

In the lake of Nine area, take your sledge to the eastern “arm” of Tyr’s Temple, you will find the artifact near a body there.

Lore 4/4 (Lore Scroll – Receipt of Purchase) – Map Link

Southwestern to Tyr’s Temple, you will find a block of ice than can be destroyed using Draupnir Spear. This will open a path, on the left side you will find a body and the scroll before it.

Artifact 3/3 (Stolen Treasures – Jambiya) – Map Link

Circling Tyr’s Temple, you will find a small cave-like entrance with frozen stalactites. Hit them to destroy them and gain access. The artifact is near the entrance, before a frozen body.

Odins’ Ravens 2/2 – Map Link

Can be found inside an ice cave, south to Tyr’s Temple.

The Eternal Campfire

Across the Realms 1/1 (+30 Whispering Slab, Meal of Comfort – Resource) – Map Link

From the area with the big gates, take the small ledge on your left and keep heading forward. Eventually the area will fork in two paths, turn to the left. Climb the ledge with your Blades of Chaos and continue until you reach the campfire. Interact with it. You have to have gathered the four ingredients previously.

Raider Fort

Lore 1/1 – (Treasure Map Viking’s Gift) – Map Link

In the camp-like area, you will find it near a small bonfire and a few crates and animal skins.

Kol Raider Camps 1/1 – Map Link

Once you are in the area, you have to clear the camp of enemies.

Raider Keep

Kol Raider Camps 1/1 – Map Link

Follow the trails of blood that lead to the narrow entrance. Kill all enemies

Raider Stronghold

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Ridill) – Map Link

Players need to defeat Olaf Nautson, while doing the favor Animal Instincts. He drops Crackle of Bilskirnir when defeated. It can be used to craft this hilt.

Legendary Chests 1/1 (Cyclone of Chaos – Light Runic Attack) – Map Link

Can be found at the other side of the Camp. You will have to pass through the path forward, after defeating the Raiders.

Kol Raider Camps 1/1: – Map Link

Below Tyr’s Temple you will find the camp with a group of enemies. Clear the camp in order to complete this.

Raider Hideout

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Tartarus Rage – Heavy Runic Attack) – Map Link

After the previous Artifact, head down the stairs and follow the path to your left until you see the Statue of Tyr. Then, climb the wall with symbols to enter the Raider Hideout region. Continue until you are facing a group of Kol Raider enemies. After defeating them, you can find another chest on the right.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

To access this chest, you must first grab a fire stone from the vessel next to the entrance. Next, stand to your right facing the abyss. Then use Sigil Arrows and throw the fire stone to detonate the bubbles, so you can then open the chest.

Kol Raider Camps 1/1 – Map Link

Enter the camp and clear it of enemies.

Svartalfheim

All Collectables for GOW Svartalfheim:  Artifacts x11, Lore x17, Odin’s Ravens x13, Nornir Chests    x10, Legendary Chests x13, Yggdrasil Rifts x7, Berserker Gravestones x3, Berserker Gravestones x2, Remnants of Asgard x3, Hel Tears x1, Nine Realms in Bloom x1, Mining Rigs x3, The Weight of Chains x1, The Lost Treasure x2, Spirit of Rebellion x1, A Viking Funeral x1

Aurvangar Wetlands

Odin’s Raven (1/1) – Map Link

Move forward until Atreus stops, then turn to the left and move forward. Look at the top of the hill, to see the raven. Throw your axe to destroy it.

Nornir Chests 1/2 – Map Link

After you freeze the first geyser,jump to the other side but do not head up with Atreus, turn to the right and jump over the small “island”. On your right, you will find the first rune. Return to the previous “island” and freeze the other geyser. On the island that is behind the chest you will find the second rune. Throw the Leviathan axe to destroy it. Return to the previous “island” and freeze the other geyser. Use the blades of chaos to climb the structure. Turn to the left and you will find the third rune.You can now open the chest.

Nornir Chests 2/2 – Map Link

After you manage to open the gate using the water geysers, take your boat and move forward. If you see a shiny chest on an upper level, to your left side, you are in the right area. Move to the left, until you find another narrow path where Kratos needs to lay down on the boat. Go through it, and disembark. Turn right and you will find the chest there. You need to turn the spinning runes to match the ones that the chest is showing. The first one can be found past the chest, behind a water geyser. The second one can be found near the piece of wooden bridge. Turn back 180 degrees from the water geyser location and move forward, you will find it on your left. The third one can be found on the upper level, once you climb using the blades of chaos, turn to your right and move until a higher structure is on your right, turn right again, and you will find the spinning rune there. Hit it with your axe. Return to the chest to open it.

Legendary Chests 1/1 (Deadly Obsidian Handles – Blades Attachment) – Map Link

On the island where you find the second Nornir Chest. Use the blades of chaos to climb to the upper level, located on the left side. Once on the upper level, turn left, fight some small enemies and head to the chest.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Unsafe Roads) – Map Link

On the island where you find the second Nornir Chest. Use the blades of chaos to climb to the upper level, on your left side. Turn right and jump down. Interact with it to make Mimir activate it.

Artifacts 1/2 (Things Left Behind – Hreidmar’s Brassard) – Map Link

Freeze the other geyser and use the Blades of Chaos to climb the structure. Move forward towards an unmoving body to find it. It is in the same structure you find the third rune for the Nornir Chest mentioned earlier.

Artifacts 2/2 (Kvasir’s Poems – The Sunrise of Nothingness) – Map Link

Almost impossible to miss, while completing the second gate to make way for your boat. Once you are at the second chain to open the giant gate, free the geyser using the Blades of Chaos and then freeze the one you had to use before in order to cross. Get yourself in the position shown in the picture to be able to see where to throw your Leviathan Axe. When you are in position, recall your axe, and calculate to hit the rope in the exact point to make the platform go down.Get on the platform and, from there freeze the other geyser.Once the platform is risen, leave it and recall your axe. The artifact will be in front of you.

Hel Tears 1/1 (Frozen Spark – Weapon Upgrade) – Map Link

North of the docking point that’s past the watermill. Climb over the wooden structure and jump over the water to reach.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 – Map Link

Past the narrow arch passage in the rocks, on the shore with various flags in it.

Sverd Sands:

A Viking Funeral 1/1 – Map Link

Note that you have to finish the main story first to get this. Talk to Lunda at Sindri’s House. After that, head to Nidavellir, and interact with Brok in the house located at the center of the town. Take the Mystic Gateway to the Aurvangar Wetlands, and take the ferry on the left. It will lead you to the Sverd Sands.Interact with Brok again to watch a cutscene. After it, the quest will be completed.

Alberich Island

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

As soon as you disembark you will find the Nornir Chest on your right. On your right there is the first bell with a run, the second one is just behind you. Command Atreus to shoot a Sonic Arrow to the crane, to break it. This will lower the second bell, allowing you to be able to hit it. The third one is on the far right, use the axe to move the wooden platform, this will lift the Rune.

Berserker Gravestone 1/1 (+25 Shattered Rune, +25 Bonded Leather, +2 Tempered Remnants, Asgard’s Might – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

Can be found in the middle of the island, hard to miss. Activate it with the sword hilt.

Odin’s Ravens 1/2 – Map Link

Use the Draupnir Spear, to climb to the upper level. Turn right and move forward. On your left, ore will block the path, use sonic arrows to pass. You will find the raven circling a little bit further in.

Yggdrasil Rift 1/1 (+25 Dust of Reams, +2 Lyndwyrm Scales, +3000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Use the Draupnir Spear, to climb to the upper level. Turn right and move forward. On your left, ore will block the path, use sonic arrows to pass. Turn right and you will see a spot to throw your spear, do it and this will free the geyser, activating the water wheel in the process. Head back to where the ore was, before you shoot it, and you will find an elevator. Take it and use the hook to cross to the other side.

Lore 1/1 (Treasure Map – Washed Ashore) – Map Link

From the platform where you found the Yggrasil rift, you will find another climbable hook. Use the blades to reach the other side. You will find the treasure map near the water wheel.

Legendary Chest 1/1 ( Jewel of Yggdrasil – Amulet Fragment) – Map Link

After grabbing the treasure map, keep going to the right and you will reach a chain. You can use it to lower the gate, but first destroy the big rock blocking your view. You have to use the Draupnir Spear for that. Then throw your axe to the gear on the side of the water wheel. Freya will need to freeze it. Then turn back to the other side, and call back your axe. Use it to freeze the geyser, this will lower an elevator. Take the elevator using the now available hook before it. Once on the elevator, use the Draupnir Spear to break the stones that where blocking the gate. Call back your axe to get to the upper level. There will be some wretches to fight. Use the two climbable spots to reach the highest level, and turn right to find the Legendary Chest.

Odin’s Ravens (2/2) – Map Link

After finding the Washed Ashore treasure, just climb the small ledge and look through the “window” on your left. You will find the Raven there.

The Lost Treasure 1/1 – Map Link

You will come to a spirit, and talk to it. You need the Draupnir Spear, to create a path. It can be found to the right of the Berserker Gravestone. It doesn’t matter if you have already got the favor from the other spirit in Alberich Hollow, you need to talk to this one too. This will create a marker at the end of the zone. Reach the Legendary Chest and open it, this will mark this task as completed on your map.

Althjof’s Rig

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

As soon as you reach Althjof’s Rig, turn left and through the gap on the wooden wall, you will see the Raven standing. Throw the Leviathan Axe to kill it.

Lore 1/2 (Rune Read – The Squasher) – Map Link

From the common chest, turn back and use the blades of chaos to blow up the barrel. Enter the next area and head to the wall with the reddish-wood and use the blades of chaos to climb. Continue the path until the end and open the heavy door. Drop down and use the blades of chaos again to blow up the barrel. This will create a climbable path, take it and climb towards your left side. Eventually, you will come up to a small area from where you can jump to break the ground. After a short fight with some enemies, you will find the Runes at the back of the room. Interact with them to read them

Mining Rig 1/1 (Nidavellir Ore – Unique Resource, +2 Slag Deposits, +500 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Head to the wheel to move the platform at the second highest level. Head back to the lower floor and use the Blades of Chaos on the hook to move the other platform up. Climb the path behind you, and turn right and climb again using the blades of chaos. Turn left and use the blades on the hook to jump through. Climb the wall in front of you, to reach the mining rig. Defeat the Draugr, and then interact with the forge.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Scroll – Passion) – Map Link

Position the moving platform at its highest, and then use the newly available chain to climb back up. Use the blades of chaos on the platform’s hook to jump across and then use the blades to break the wall. Turn right to find the Lore scroll on the ground, near the wall.

Legendary Chest 1/1 – (Njord’s Tempest – Light Runic Attack) – Map Linkmi

From the second scroll, head to the end of the room, and turn right. ytou will find the chest at the end of the walkway

Modvitnir’s Rig

Legendary Chest 1/1 – (Muspelheim Seed Half – Key Item) – Map Link

Once you reach Modvitnir’s Rig area, fight the Wretches and climb the ledge just in front of you. Turn right and use the blades of Chaos to climb. Throw your axe to the spinning device, to open the door. Pass through it and jump to the other side. Climb and move to your left until you can go up. Fight the enemies and open the chest to obtain the seed half.

Lore 1/1 (Lore Marker – Warning) – Map Link

From the Legendary Chest, use the crane to reach the other side and drop down through the broken area. Once there, interact with the giant tablet-like object.

Mining Rig 1/1 (+2 Forged Iron, +500 Hacksilver, Nidavellir Ore – Unique Resource)  – Map Link

While traversing using the crane, climb up, and you will reach the mining rig. Fight the enemies, and interact with the forge in the middle.

Buried Treasure 1/1 – Treasure Map – Fruits of Industry (+1 Petrified Bone, +1 Luminous Alloy, +1 Asgardian Ingot, +40 Shattered Rune, Svartalfheim’s Lifeblood – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

Disembark on Modvitnir’s Rig, climb the first ledge and slightly to the right you will find the Buried Treasure.

Nidavellir

1/1 Relic (Huldra Project 9) – Map Link

Can be crafted at any blacksmith shop. It can be found under Special Items – Relics. It costs 10,000 Hacksilver.

Lore 1/2 (Lore Scroll – Shopping List) – Map Link

Found near Sindri’s Shop in Nidavellir.

Artifact 1/2  ( Kvasir’s Poems – Large Society Ground Orb, The Performance) – Map Link

Use Atreus’ Sonic Arrows to destroy the three shields found at the beginning of the area, at the end of the walkaway on your left side, you will find the poem.

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

Turn back from Sindri’s Shop and go forward until you reach a climbable wall. Climb it and head all the way to the end, you will find a water wheel there. Move the camera until you will find a Raven perched up at the top of a near house. Throw your axe to destroy it.

Artifact 2/2 (Things Left Behind -Griep’s Firebomb) – Map Link

After the meeting with Sindri, pass through the small passage, and once outside, keep moving forward until you reach the end of the road. Turn left, and go into the dark tunnel. Drop down on the seemingly broken bridge and you will find the artifact there.

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Luminous Recovery Handles – Blades Attachment) – Map Link

In the area where you find ore in what seems to be a giant bonfire in the middle, use the Draupnir Spear in between two small houses, to be able to reach the upper level.

Lore 2/2 (Treasure Map – Mining Glory) – Map Link

In the area where you find ore in what seems to be a giant bonfire in the middle, use the Draupnir Spear in between two small houses, to be able to reach the upper level. You will find a Legendary Chest and the treasure map a bit further in.

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

In the area where there is a blocked bridge. Use the Draupnir Spear to build a path. Cross to the other side to find the botanical item.

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 (+2 Tempered Remnants, +25 Bonded Leather, +25 Shattered Rune, Asgard’s Fortitude – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

As you leave The Forge on the wagon with Freya, you will find the Gravestone in the next area. Impossible to miss. Hardrefill the Callous will challenge you, prepare for a tough fight.

Spirit of Rebellion 1/1 – Map Link

You have to return Durlin’s hammer to him. You require accepting the mission from him first at the Tavern in Nidavellir. You have to head to Dragon Beach, and use the Draupnir Spear, to climb the structure on the left. Jump across and use the chisel on a column located on the left side. This will allow her to read some runes. The statue will move, revealing a chest containing the hammer. Take it back to Durlin to complete it. Note that you have to complete Main Mission 10: Forging Destiny, before being able to tackle this favor.

Radsvinn’s Rig

Mining Rig (1/1) – Map Link

As you enter the island, head past Sindri’s Shop, take the left path and climb up. You will have to fight a group of enemies and after defeating them, interact with the forge. +500 Hacksilver, +2 Rawhide, Nidavellir Ore.

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

At the mining rig, climb to the upper platform.Turn back and look at the hook of the crane on the back. You will see the Raven there. Use the Leviathan Axe to destroy it.

Lore (1/1) Lore Scroll  – Map Link

Climbing the Ladder: At the mining rig, head to the end of the path and you will find it near a chest.

Nornir Chest – Map Link

Found at the side of the forge. The first Rune is incredibly close to the chest. Use the Blades of Chaos to ignite it.One of the runes is “trapped”, but you are unable to reach it. Climb to the upper level and use the Leviathan axe to destroy the exploding barrel, this will activate the rune. The third one can be found against the wall at the end, near the Lore scroll. You need to use Atreus Sonic Arrows to break two barrels, and the second rune can be found there. Use the blades of chaos to burn it.

The Watchtower

Draugr Holes 1/1 (Cursed Empress Handles – Blades Attachment, +2 Sovereign Coals, +5 Dust of Realms, +250 Hacksilver) – Map Link

From Sindri’s Shop, there is a small path behind it. Take it. At the end, you will find an exploding jar between gold. Use your blades of chaos to explod

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

Stay in the same area where you fight The Hateful, position yourself near the edge, and you will see a raven flying around. Before throwing the axe, see the flying pattern the raven does. When he is reaching maximum height, it is quite near the location you are standing on.

Dragon Beach

Nornir Chest – Map Link

Can be found, near the Don’t Breath Rune Read, one the left side. The three runes will be behind geysers. Throw the Leviathan axe to the geyser on the left. You will see the rune, call the axe back and throw it again to the rune, even though you cannot see it to break it. There is another one on the back, and uses the same method. The third one is to the right of the chest. The rune is behind a fence and you can’t break it from there. Make your way to the back of the rune to throw the axe from there and destroy the run, to unlock the chest.

Lore (1/1) – Map Link

Rune Reads – Don’t Breathe: As you reach Dragon Beach, you will find this Rune at the end, on a wooden platform.

Yggdrasil Rifts (1/1) – +1 Petrified Bone. +1 Luminous Alloy – Map Link

As you dock on Dragon Beach, use the chain on the tower on the left to climb, to the upper level. On the left column you will find a use for the Draupnir Spear. Use it to allow you to climb to the next level, you will receive The Lost Treasure side quest there. Turn to your left, and climb the ledge. Use the hook to cross, lift the wooden beam and you will find the rift on the other side.

Buried Treasure 1/1 – Treasure Map – Washed Ashore (Jotunheim’s Virtue – Amulet Enchantment, +1 Petrified Bone, +1 Luminous Alloy, +1 Asgardian Ingot, +40 Shattered Rune) – Map Link

Can be found on the southern part of the beach, just before the skeleton of the giant monster.

Jarnsmida Pitmines

Odin’s Ravens 1/1. – Map Link

Found on the lowest level, after taking the second train. Take the chain to reach the lowest level. Move towards the shore and you will see the Raven circling the area.

Artifact 1/2 – Map Link

Things Left Behind (Lofnheid’s Whetstone): Found on the lowest level, after taking the second train. Take the chain to reach the lowest level. Move towards the shore and you will find the artifact there.

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

Past the small passageway, and drop from the left until you reach the water wheel. Use the axe to freeze the water that is passing over the wheel.This will allow you to pass through the gap, and use the blades of chaos on the hook to reach the Nornir Chest. Use the blades of chaos to ignite the first rune, located left of the chest. Drop down on the left side, where you will see a Red Chest, and turn left again, to find the second rune. Use leviathan axe on the water, to prevent it from watering the rune, and then use the blades of chaos to ignite it. To reach the third one, use the blades of chaos on the hook to reach the area across. You will be in front of the rune. Ignite the last one.

Lore (1/1)- Rune Tread (The Pit-Mine) – Map Link

When using the Blades of Chaos on the hook to head to the area cross while resolving the Nornir Chest, turn left to find the writing on the wall.

Artifacts (2/2) Kvasir’s Poems (Tool and Bang) – Map Link

Use the rock hanging from the crane to reach the other side. Jump down and reach the edge using the blades of chaos. Move forward until you find it on the floor.-

Legendary Chest (1/1) – Map Link

Pommels of the Undying Spark. Need to reach the other side using the giant rock hanging from the crane. Can be found to the right of Kvasir’s Poem.

Remnants of Asgard (+20 Tempered Remnants, +50000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After you reach the Mystic Gateway using the rope with the Draupnir Spear, climb the chain and you will see the chest on the left side. You will have to fight several Einherjar.

Berserker Gravestones 1/1 (Hind of the Nine Realms – Spear Attachment, Gale Flame – Weapon Upgrade, +80 Bonded Leather, +75 Shattered Rune, +5 Tempered Remnants) – Map Link

You can find the Berserker Gravestone as you exit the tunnel and come out outside from the Applecore. You will have to fight two powerful bosses.

Lyngbakr Island

Lore (1/1) Lore Marker – Map Link

Regarding the removal of resources: After removing the first set of chains, head to the wooden area and jump across the gap. Fight some Nightmares and then climb the chain. The Lore Marker will be on your right.

Artifacts (1/1). Kvasir’s Poems – Map Link

We who remain, Part the second.: Located on the same high area where you found the red chest, there will be a corpse that contains a poem.

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

Once you manage to open the path to the hook using exploding bombs, there will be a small passageaway in which Kratos will need to crouch to pass through. Once you come out on the othe side, turn left to see the raven a few meters away from you. Throw the Leviathan Axe at it to kill it.

Legendary Chest (1/1) – Map Link

Head to the tail using your boat and start climbing. There will be a fight at the top. After it, climb the ledge on your left to find the final chain on the creature. Interact with it to release it. You will have to jump to the next platform and use the rope to be able to fully free the creature.Take the rope, and you will find at the end a Legendary Chest.

The Weights of Chains 1/1 – Map Link

Complete The Weight of Chains Favor in order to complete it. You have to free the giant monster chained in the water, and then get near to its eye.

The Forge

Odin’s Ravens (1/2) – Map Link

As soon as you exit the first train, head down the road until there is a mountain peak on your right. You will notice the raven circling around. Hit it with your axe

Artifact 1/1 – Map Link

Things Left Behind (Bari’s Grenade): Move forward as you exit the train, and climb the first ledge on your left, then turn left again and drop down. Destroy the crate by hitting it, to find the artifact.

Nornir Chests 1/1 – Map Link

The Nornir chest can be found at the beginning of the level, but you are unable to open it at that time because you need the Draupnir Spear. Once you are here, you have to Embed spears in each of the 3 runes and then detonate them all at once. The first one can be found on the mountain across. The second one can be found on the left side. To find the third one, turn back to the wooden bridge-like structure at the beginning of the level. Once all three are embedded, detonate them to open the chest.

Legendary Chests 1/1 – Map Link

After solving the Elevator puzzle with Brok, the gate will open to reveal a Legendary Chest with Atlas Eruption – Heavy Runic Attack for the Blades of Chaos.

Odin’s Ravens 2/2 – Map Link

After taking the lift with Brok, continue forward and pass the small cave. Once outside, drop down and look up to your left to find the Raven.

Lore 1/2 (Rune Read – The Forge) – Map Link

After the boss fight with Dreki, squeeze through a gap, and head right move forward and turn right again until you find a climbable ledge.turn left and move forward until you find a big gate. The runes are on the right side.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Scroll – Dear Overseer) – Map Link

Jump through the gap past the wooden bridge, to reach a new area where you will find a lore scroll a few steps to your right

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/2 (Hind of Attuned Elements – Spear Attachment, +5 Dust of Realms +2 Lyndwyrm Scales, +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

In the area where Brok teaches you to climb using the Draupnir Spear, you can reach a Yggdrasil Rift. Use the first embed point, but don’t climb just yet. Turn to your left, and look for another one on a higher level. Throw the spear again to create a second path. Use both new traversal paths to reach the level with the Yggdrasil’s Rift.

Yggdrasil Rifts  2/2 (+15 Dust of Realms, +6 Stonewood, +8 Dwarven Steel, +4 Honed Metal +1000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After opening the big gate with Freya and meeting the Einherjar Warriors for the first time, drop down on your right, turn left and continue until you reach the small gap between the rocks. Squeeze there, and the Rift will be in this room.

The Applecore

1/1 Relic (Talisman of Meign) – Map Link

Unmissable. Players must pick it up during Main Mission 02: The Quest for Tyr to progress further in the story.

Lore 1/3 – Rune Reads (The Vault) – Map Link

From Sindri’s Shop at the applecore, take the only path available and command Atreus to shoot Sonic Arrows at the decaying wooden wall.

Lore (2/3) – Lore Marker (Cooperation) – Map Link

After a fight with a few Draugr, you have two paths ahead of you. The left one that ascends and the right one that leads to a decaying wooden wall. Take the right one, break the wall by hitting it and drop down to find the Lore Marker.

Lore (3/3) (Treasure Map – Demise of Dagestr) – Map Link

Down the wooden lift that takes you from the ritual site to the underground. Follow the linear path past the enemy creatures and the zipline to the west. Go down the ledge and turn right to climb the wall. Next to a dead body.

Artifact (1/3) – Things Left Behind (Durinn’s Stone Statue) – Map Link

Use the Blades of Chaos on the hook that has a waterfall falling on it, and cross to the other side. Turn left and drop down. Command Atreus to shoot the debris with his Sonic Arrows, to reveal the Artifact.

Draugr Hole 1/1 (+500 Hacksilver. +15 Dust of Realms, +2 Sovereign Coals, Chaos Spark – Weapon Upgrade) – Map Link

In the same room where you find Durinn’s Stone Statue, you will find a big door. Open it to find the Draugr Hole.

Legendary Chest (1/2)  Fortified Frost Knob – Map Link

In the same room where you find the Berserker Gravestone and fight The Hateful in the Applecore. You can find the chest at the back of the room.

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

You will find it perched on a small gap, inside the mines. Just before the last room you are about to expLore with Atreus. Turn back after reuniting with him, and you will see the Raven. Use the Leviathan Axe to destroy it.

Nornir Chests 1/2  – Map Link

You have to use the Draupnir Spear to open this chest. It can be found near the position where you have found the Treasure Map, just climb up to the left side. You can find the first two runes opposite to the chest, hanging from the ceiling. The last one is found to the right of the chest, you will need to climb to the top of the rocks and turn around to find it.

Nornir Chests 2/2 – Map Link

From the location where you find the Althjof’s Statue artifact, use the spear to reach the platform to the north. The first device is on the room west of the chest. The second one is on the west-most part of the platform, behind some rocks you need to blow up first. The last one is next to the watermill on the east side of the area. You can see it from the edge of the platform where the chest is.

Legendary Chest 2/2 (Banahogg Knob – Axe Attachment) – Map Link

From the north gate of the location with the Nornir Chest, turn left (west) and go through a small passage on the wall (Img68). Follow the path and climb the ledge. Once you get out, turn right (west) until you find a Runic Read on your left (Img69), which opens a secret door next to it that conceals the Legendary Chest.

Artifacts 2/3 (Kvasir’s Poems – Sanguine) – Map Link

Jump down the ledges located just west of the Nornir Chest, and follow the path north. Use the spear to climb the ledge that you come across and continue until you can make a turn left (north).

Artifacts 3/3  (Things Left Behind – Althjof’s Statue) – Map Link

Across and west of the wooden gate located north of where the projectile-throwing enemy is.

Buried Treasure 1/1 Treasure Map – Mining Glory (+1 Petrified Bone, +1 Luminous Alloy, +1 Asgardian Ingot, +40 Shattered Rune, Muspelheim’s Blessing – Amulet Enchantment) – Map Link

Once you have the treasure map, you can find it on the area that you have to jump through the water flow to reach the other side.

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/1 (Gale Flame – Weapon Upgrade,+100 Dust of Realms, +4 Lyndwyrm Scales +4, +10000 Hacksilver – Map Link

Next to the location of the second device to unseal the second Nornir Chest.

Myrkr Tunnels

Legendary Chest 1/1 (Fog of Fimbulwinter) – Map Link

Use Sigil Arrows and Blade of Chaos to destroy the roots ahead so you can access a Legendary Chest

Nornir Chest 1/1 – Map Link

Once you reach the Myrkr Nornir Chest, turn on the first structure on the left before the chest. Go back a few steps until you see a stack of crates on the wall, break them to find a hidden structure that you need to set on fire as well. Then head towards the Nordic Chest, and on your left you can light up the last structure using Sigil Arrows.

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/1 – Map Link

After defeating both enemies, you will find it at the end of the path

Alberich Hollow

1/1 Relic (Hilt of Dainsleif) – Map Link

Crafted with Svefnthorn. Players can obtain this crafting material by defeating Ormstunga, near the end of Alberich Hollow.

Odin’s Ravens (1/1) – Map Link

Found after you remove the gold to enter the cave on Alberich Hollow. The Raven can be found on the left side, near a tree.

Yggdrasil Rift (1/1) – Map Link

Right after the fight with Ormstunga, move forward and turn left to find a small ledge. The rift can be found there. Interact with it.

Legendary Chest 1/2 (Muspelheim Seed Half) – Map Link

Use the fire bombs to free the legendary chest.

Legendary Chest (Folkvangr Whetstone, +5000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

After defeating Ormstunga, continue moving forward, remove the gold and the chest will be on a small wooden shaft, to the left side, impossible to miss.

Lore 1/1 Treasure Map – Fruits of Industry – Map Link

Fruits of Industry: After defeating Ormstunga, continue moving forward, remove the gold and take the path to the right (don’t head down yet). You will find the Treasure map on the ground, near some crates.

Remnants of Asgard 1/1 (+20 Tempered Remnants, +50000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

In the same area in which Freya reads the Rune Read. You can find the scroll Defend the Prison.

Yggdrasil Rifts 1/1 (Gale Spark – Weapon Upgrade, +15 Dust of Realms, +2 Lyndwyrm Scales, +2000 Hacksilver) – Map Link

Right after the fight with Ormstunga, move forward and turn left to find a small ledge. The rift can be found there. Interact with it.

The Lost Treasure 1/1 – Map Link

 It Completes when you open the Second Legendary Chest in the area.

Jotunheim

All Collectables for GOW Jotunheim: Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom x1

Angrboda’s Treehouse

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

From the Mystic Gateway, take the left path all the way to find the flower.

Helheim

All Collectables for GOW Helheim: Lore x2, Odin’s Ravens x2, Hel Tears x1, Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom x1

Helgrind

Odin’s Ravens 1/2 – Map Link

Move forward until Atreus is unable to continue moving, you will find a Raven circling the area, slightly to the left.

Lore 1/2 ( Rune Read – Prayer to Hraesvelgr) – Map Link

After facing the Hel soldiers for the first time in the area, climb the ledges to reach this rune read.

Odin’s Ravens 2/2 – Map Link

From Hel’s Perch Mystic Gateway, move forward and turn to the left side as soon as possible. Climb up, and turn left again. Keep moving forward until you find the Lore Marker. You will find the Raven behind the Lore marker.

Lore 2/2 (Lore Marker -Hraesvelgr) – Map Link

After passing the first gate that requires sigil arrows following Garm’s taming, the Lore marker will be just in front of you.

The Gleaming Bale

Hel Tear 1/1 (Frozen Spark, +15 Dust of Realms, +2000 Hacksilver, Grip of Healing Harmony) – Map Link

As soon as you discover The Gleaming Bale, you will find the tear there.

Hel’s Perch

Nine Realms in Bloom in Bloom 1/1 – Map Link

Found after Atreus manages to tame Garm, turn to your right and look for a space to throw the Draupnir Spear. Then climb up and use the spear to cross to the other side and grab the flower.

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Playable Demos of upcoming games are amazing. Not only do they let players experience various game worlds early, but they also give developers the chance to show off their hard work. They allow fans to see if a game is something they will enjoy before purchasing.

Playable Demos to Try in September 2022

In recent years substantial playable demos have somewhat fallen in popularity. This is possibly due to the overwhelming amount of gameplay online, from Twitch Streams to YouTube coverage. But it’s nothing like experiencing a vertical slice of gameplay from the devs firsthand.

Today, we’ll be taking a quick look at some of the notable playable demos that have surfaced in the past few months.

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Playable Demo

One of the nicest surprises coming out of Tokyo Game Show 2022 was the announcement of a playable demo for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. If you haven’t heard, Wo Long is an upcoming action RPG from Team Ninja, the creators of Nioh and Nioh 2. This time around, however, it will be taking place in Ancient China instead of Ancient Japan.

The title will still retain its excellent combat systems, though modified a tad bit to shake things up. For example, players can finally jump! Praise the sun! This seemingly small change will actually affect so much more than just merely being able to avoid knee-high obstacles. It should open up a ton of verticality in the environments and add the much-needed jump attacks.

Wo Long’s playable demo will let players experience a large area of the game. Combat will now focus less on samurai and ronin-styled combat, and will lean heavily into Chinese Martial arts. Players will also quickly notice that there will no longer be a stamina bar in combat, which will be replaced by something else entirely. The game’s playable demo will also show that there won’t be an overabundance of loot in Wo Long when compared to their previous games.

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty’s playable demo is out now until the 25th of September. Players who own a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X can download the game. No demo for PC players at the moment, unfortunately. At the end of the demo, players will be requested to fill out a short survey on their experience with the playable demo.

Harvestella Playable Demo

Harvestella is another game that recently got a Playable Demo. While not directly from the TGS, Harvestella’s demo was announced during the Nintendo Direct which was around the same time. This time, only Nintendo Switch players will have access to the demo. Sad tidings for those on PC.

The announcement of the playable demo came along with a new trailer that described the “Quietus” event. This catastrophic and dangerous weather phenomenon disrupts the natural changes of the seasons. Instead of gently transitioning from Spring to Summer to Fall and finally to Winter, Quietus rears its ugly head in between.

Players will be able to experience the game’s beginning and first few days in the world of Harvestella. This should give people a good experience of the overall gameplay loop. Players will have access to basic farming, exploration, combat, and relationship systems. And of course, there will be yummy cooking.

This playable demo doesn’t have an expiry date, like Wo Long. Instead, it looks like it will be available forever as players’ progress will carry over to the main game if they so choose to purchase it. The full game will be available starting November 4th.

Valkyrie Elysium Playable Demo

Circling back to a more adrenaline-filled and action-packed game comes Valkyrie Elysium. This game got a playable demo announcement during the TGS as well. Valkyrie Elysium is a follow-up to the Valkyrie Profile series that was started way back in 1999. It will follow a Valkyrie through her quest given to her Odin, the all-father, to prevent the coming of Ragnarok.

The playable demo will contain a single chapter that was specifically taken out of the main game. After a short tutorial on navigation and usage of the Soul Chain (think grappling hook), Valkyrie Elysium will dump you right into the action.

Multiple combat scenarios will be available for the player to try and get a feel of the gameplay loop. They will also get access to the game’s Einherjar system. This specifically allows the Valkyrie to call on the souls of fallen heroes and beckon them to fight for her temporarily. These spirits can also be used to solve environmental puzzles, such as having some hack up a gigantic boulder with their greatsword. Very practical use of an ancient and legendary spirit.

Valkyrie Elysium’s playable demo should last about 2 hours, give or take. It is currently only exclusive to consoles, specifically the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Unlike Harvestella, you cannot transfer save files to the full release. Players will also be unable to transfer demo saves from the PS4 to the PS5 and vice versa.

Other Notable Playable Demos

Some other notable Playable Demos to watch out for are The DioField Chronicle (check out our demo impressions here!), and Cult of the Lamb (which Yuria and Cas have enjoyed on Twitch). The recently released Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes also got a demo in which progress carries over. That title lets players experience a full 4 chapters of the game, which is quite generous. Lastly, Star Ocean: The Divine Force will also get a playable demo on September 20th.

For more news, check out Top RPG News Of The Week: September 18th (Assassin’s Creed, Rise of the Ronin, Star Ocean The Divine Force and More!), and Palworld is an Upcoming Open-World Pokemon-style Multiplayer Game With Tons of Absurdities.

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Cyberpunk 2077 finally has confirmation on its first major expansion, Phantom Liberty. The new Edgerunners update has also dropped, including new content.

Cyberpunk 2077 Expansion Phantom Liberty Announced Plus New Edgerunners Anime Tie-In Update

Wake up, chooms! CD Projekt Red has finally announced new goodies coming to their latest sci-fi RPG, Cyberpunk 2077. During yesterday’s Night City Wire live stream, the company unveiled the Phantom Liberty Expansion and the Edgerunners Update which ties the game into the upcoming Netflix Anime of the same name.

Cyberpunk 2077 and the Phantom Liberty

During the closing moments of the Night City Wire was a minute-long tease for the upcoming expansion, Phantom Liberty. Presented by game director Gabe Amatangelo was footage of V swearing their allegiance to the New United States of America. The trailer also confirmed the return of Keanu Reeves as Johnny Silverhand.

It looks like V is in for a lot more trouble again. While the gameplay was sparse, it was enough to have speculation run wild. The mere fact that V is pledging themselves to a new government, and Silverhand letting us know that it’s a bad idea makes us think this expansion is going to be quite political. Even the end of the footage contains a scene of a burning “New America” flag that has drastically fewer stars than the contemporary version.

New faces will definitely be encountered, as the lady we swear allegiance with is also revealed. Whether she’s a friend or foe has yet to be determined. We also see glimpses of drop troopers amidst burning buildings and even some new tilesets and locations such as a greenhouse.

At the moment, deeper details for Cyberpunk 2077’s expansion are not available. Be sure to come back to Fextralife for more info as the story develops. The expansion, however, has been announced to be only releasing on current-gen consoles (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Stadia) and PC. CDProjekt will be moving on from the previous generation after the Edgerunners Update due to technical constraints.

The Edgerunner Update

Cyberpunk 2077’s 1.6 update, also called the Edgerunner Update, will introduce new content to tie the videogame in with Netflix’s upcoming Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime coming on September 13. Along with the new content, the massive patch will have tons of fixes, quality-of-life updates, and balancing tweaks. There will also be some free DLC.

Let’s take a look at some of the new stuff that should be available to all players as of writing!

Transmog System

Stylish chooms, rejoice! CDProjekt Red has finally implemented a Transmog system into Cyberpunk 2077. Since the game’s marketing was all about creating one’s unique style, it was odd that there was no system initially in place to make sure you can slay while keeping trendy.

V’s body appearance can now be modified at any Ripperdoc. You are no longer constrained to modifying your character’s physical attributes in the Character Creator. A new Wardrobe feature will allow V to create up to 6 outfit presets that will change their appearance while retaining the armor stats underneath. Players can now constantly wear Johnny’s Samurai Jacket and aviators if they wish!

The Wardrobe will be available in all of V’s Apartments and Safehouses throughout Night City.

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Content

The Edgerunner Update will also bring in some new content into the game, specifically equipable items. The highlight of the patch will be a yellow jacket, the iconic outfit that the anime’s protagonist wears. We will also get a shotgun from one of the characters in the anime. Other show crossover content is on the hush-hush for now, so it will be up to players to find more Edgerunner secrets scattered throughout the City.

In other news, new arcade machines with a new minigame have started popping up in Northside, Japantown, and The Glen. Featuring The Witcher’s lovable mount, Roach, is the new Roach Race minigame. This sidescrolling game will award the best players with money and other items. Amusingly, there are also mobile ports for Android and iOS for Cyberpunk 2077 fans on the go.

Players will also get their hands on 11 new weapons, including Kappa the Smart Pistol, a Hypercritical Iconic Precision Rifle (what a mouthful), a Neurotoxin Knife, and the Cut-o-Matic which is a chainsword right out of the 40k universe.

Quality-of-Life Things

While there are too many fixes and improvements that have been made to Cyberpunk 2077 here and there, some QoL changes have taken center stage. For those players who own the game on multiple platforms, Cross-Progression is now a feature. Players can transfer their saves from console to console, from PC to PC, or Console to PC. Unfortunately due to some regional restrictions on the console side of things, PC save files cannot be moved to consoles. It’s a bit confusing so be sure to check out the official statement here.

Players can also preview items before they purchase them – no more hoping that the new pair of pants you’re getting will look good on you! Annoying Radio Stations can now thankfully be toggled off so that you can listen to your classical jazz in peace.

REDmod Modding Tools

Another exciting update that has players quite happy is the introduction of REDmod tools, the official modding tool for Cyberpunk 2077. While mods have existed for players in the past already, there were no official tools and the current systems have some limitations.

Now, it should be easier than ever for both mod creators and mod users to change their game and tweak it to their heart’s desires.

The Return to Cyberpunk 2077

The upcoming Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, Update 1.6, and the Phantom Liberty expansion all seem like great reasons to come back to Night City.

For more news, check out The Callisto Protocol Confirms A Year of Post-Launch Support, Plus More Gamescom Details, and Ubisoft Forward To Spotlight Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Skull & Bones Plus More.

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Steelrising Review – Although there is a fair share of delayed releases in 2022, we have been fortunate enough to experience remarkable Soulslike titles. These include the magnificent Elden Ring by FromSoftware together with smaller indie hits such as Thymesia by OverBorder Studio and now, Steelrising by Spiders.

In this Steelrising Review, we will break down the highly-anticipated Soulslike Action RPG. This dystopian game about the domination of the Automats in the 1700s is not backing down. It features familiar and new gameplay mechanics that old and new Soulslike players will come to appreciate. But the real question remains – is this worth picking up on day 1? How does it compare to the titles we know and love? We will answer these questions and more in this Steelrising Review! Steelrising is developed and published by the same teams responsible for the birth of GreedFall, namely Spiders and Nacon, respectively. It will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 8, 2022, for at least USD 49.99.

Steelrising Review – Soulslike Automaton Uprising Done Well

Steelrising Review – Story and Setting

Steelrising is a Soulslike Action RPG set in an alternate and much darker version of Paris back in 1789. It is not only the French Revolution and the social injustices that the people are extremely concerned about but also the rise of the Automats or Mechanical Army. Running rampant and sending the once beautiful city into a tumultuous downward spiral, these automatons are known to work for King Louis XVI himself to initially keep his wife, Marie-Antoinette safe. However, one such creation has stood above the rest in that she has developed consciousness, allowing her to communicate with humans to help them.

In Steelrising, you play as this highly intelligent Automat called Aegis whose ultimate goal is to serve as the “eyes and ears” of the Queen. You will then go on a treacherous journey to understand the truth behind these heinous abominations. Doing so will determine how to control and hopefully stop them. While this is ongoing, you will be involved in a lot of other story beats such as unraveling the mystery behind your character’s state of mind, multiple political tensions, concerns about slavery, and of course, the grievous circumstances surrounding the uprising of the automatons.

Unlike Elden Ring and Dark Souls, the narrative of this game is not a massive enigma waiting to be uncovered. It is rather straightforward in the sense that you explore an area, pick up Notes, and discover Echoes where past scenarios unfold before your very eyes. You also hold onto a wealth of information or Codex, containing every single detail about the characters you meet, the places you visit, and the automats you fight. This is a non-linear story-rich RPG because you can kickstart one quest over another based on the specific locations you decide to visit first.

It is worth noting that the dialogue choices you make in Steelrising will not alter the narrative. There are no factions to side with or companions to think about as you are delving deeper into every plot. The most probable reason is that you are new to the world in a way so instead of making hard decisions, which can significantly impact the lives of NPCs, you aid them to solve dilemmas. That being said, even if this is a departure from Spiders’ previous narrative-driven RPG, GreedFall, the story as a whole is delivered fairly well because you are able to naturally piece together the events that led you to the dystopian state of Paris.

Steelrising Review – Gameplay Mechanics

When it comes to the core gameplay loop, Steelrising follows in the footsteps of its Soulslike counterparts by presenting challenging and rewarding encounters. As such, death will come quite frequently, letting you respawn in standard rest points known as Vestals. Each contains a mechanical chair, which randomly sprouts from the ground, to then breathe life into Aegis while providing an avenue to upgrade and buy equipment.

But once you sit on it, the slew of Mechanical Army you have slain before will come back to haunt you again. Additionally, there is one more rest point in the form of the Horseless Carriage. Its functionality is more or less the same except that this allows you to fast travel from one of Paris’ specific districts to the next.

Another feature worth highlighting in Steelrising is that every time you slay a fellow automaton, you acquire in-game currency known as Anima Essence. You can then spend this to invest points into your stats or Attributes and purchase consumables, passive perks or Modules, gear, and materials from the Boutique.

Steelrising Review – Character Creation and Classes

As with the pre-release version of the game, character creation involves tweaking Aegis’ material, wig, and face so the choices will be limited, and not as intricate. You will, however, get to choose from 1 or 4 classes, namely the Bodyguard, Soldier, Dancer, and Alchemist. The differences for each of these are their starting weapons, Attribute point distribution, and grenades. Let’s briefly go through each of them.

First is the Bodyguard who wields heavy weapons to deal massive Physical Damage while blocking the majority of incoming attacks. However, due to their immense strength and the weight of the weapons they use, they tend to move slower. The starting Attributes of Bodyguards are Durability to boost max HP as well as Engineering for better armor.

Second is the Soldier who also wields heavy weapons but unlike the Bodyguard, their special move involves striking targets from a distance. In terms of their Attribute spread, Soldiers focus on Power to amplify Physical Damage and Vigour to boost Endurance.

Third is the Dancer who specializes in wielding light weapons, allowing them to move quickly. Because of their increased Agility and Vigour, they can efficiently immobilize automats and swoop in to deal high Critical Damage. And last but not least is the Alchemist who also uses light weapons. Due to their starting stats, specifically Elemental Alchemy and Engineering, they can inflict long-lasting status effects and their Alchemical Resistance is considerably enhanced. Alchemists also carry vials to neutralize afflictions that they may incur in combat.

Steelrising Review – Character Progression

The classes in Steelrising act like a template in terms of how you wish to begin your experience as an automat. Attributes determine the effectiveness of Aegis in combat. For instance, if you wish to boost her stamina to execute more attacks, then raising Vigour should be a priority. Or if you want to maximize the Physical Damage she deals then investing in Power is the way to go. Either way, you have to remember that respeccing is not an option so you need to be careful where you allocate points since these are pricey at higher levels.

Another aspect of character progression is Modules. These correspond to 4 passives that you can unlock with Module Keys and upgrade using Anima Essence. Some examples of the perks you can acquire include the Immobilisation Module to improve the chances of disabling automats and the Avarice Module to raise the amount of Anima you gather from fallen targets.

Steelrising Review – Exploration and Loot

When it comes to Steelrising’s exploration, there is an overworld map of Paris showing the districts you will be hopping to and from via the Horseless Carriage. While venturing to these points of interest, you only have your trusty compass for guidance. This dictates how far you are from your next destination. Similar to the narrative, exploration is not linear, which means that there are times when you will need to revisit places to unlock whatever secrets they may contain once you have all tools available at your disposal.

What has captured my attention in this regard is the game’s good level design. Despite the non-linear layout, it does not allow players to waste time by aimlessly meandering from one point to the next. Steelrising has ways of seamlessly connecting one pathway to another so that you can focus on the story, exploration, and combat more. Furthermore, verticality is executed much better at later levels after unlocking certain movesets. You will find yourself wondering how to reach platforms and jump across rooftops. Half the fun is figuring out where to go next and how to get there.

Occasionally, however, traversing these spaces can feel empty since you will not be able to enter and explore every nook and cranny of the buildings you see. They are simply there to create a grim environment rather than something for you to investigate.

In terms of equipment, you will come across several weapons, armor, and consumables, which can range from vials for HP restoration to grenades to deal massive damage. Weapons can be upgraded at rest points by spending Anima Essence and specific materials like Cast Iron and Bronze Ingot. Remember that in Steelrising, you can wield and switch between 2 weapons. In this scenario, you can inflict Freeze first using a Musket and then pierce the enemy by charging into them with the Halberd.

Armor, on the other hand, is not as versatile since they are only collected and equipped based on the Attributes you intend to focus on. It is not possible to upgrade them either. Moreover, there is no crafting in the game so you cannot destroy the weapons you have upgraded to salvage their respective materials.

Steelrising Review – Combat and Difficulty

In addition to the gameplay mechanics, Steelrising’s combat is well-executed in terms of its pace and fluidity, and these qualities become more apparent as you progress further. Enemies move faster while the damage caused by their attacks will hit Aegis hard like in Bloodborne, making your overall experience more challenging later on. This is also due to the introduction of group encounters and tight spaces. If you have not yet figured out your playstyle, combat will be tough so I highly recommend investing in at most 2 Attributes and weapons at a time to avoid spreading yourself too thin.

Understanding and learning the enemy’s movements is the key to surviving and beating them to a pulp. What’s also evident is the great number of Automats present in the game, making encounters very fun to handle. For instance, you will be facing Hoplite Guards who excel in dealing counterattacks to annoying musicians like the Trumpeteer who inflict status effects and are extremely quick on their feet. Their actions are not only unique but also nuanced because of how unnatural and unpredictable they move.

The same goes for the gargantuan mini-bosses and Titans, which are heart-pounding and nerve-wracking battles. I especially enjoyed defeating Titans because I unlocked additional movesets to further improve my character.

As Aegis, you can execute light, heavy, and charged heavy attacks. But one of the most important actions is stealth attacks because successfully sneaking up to your targets and harming them from behind will significantly decrease their HP by more than half. Doing so will give you the advantage you need, especially when facing powerful Automats. Overall, combat continues to be engaging and forgiving even in the mid to late game encounters, making Steelrising a great middle-ground to Soulslike games.

Similar to Nioh’s Ki Pulse, you will have to manage your stamina, otherwise, you run the risk of overheating. And when this resource has been fully depleted and you instantly recover it, you will receive some percentage of the frost status effect. Triggering this constantly can freeze you, leaving you extremely vulnerable in fights. To avoid it entirely, creating space by jumping backward should help you safely recuperate for a few seconds.

Despite the fun factor of these encounters, there is one element that could be improved when it comes to balancing and this is the overpowered grenades. It was noticeable back in the pre-release version and it is still pertinent up to now, making combat easier. If you have a ton of Anima Essence and you stock up on a lot of Explosive Grenades, for example, you can beat bosses simply by throwing these at them. Reducing the damage they deal will help scale up the challenge.

Even if Steelrising does not have a difficult option, Spiders has implemented an Assist Mode to allow players to tweak encounters accordingly. You can reduce the damage Aegis takes by a certain percentage, keep all of her Anima Essence when she dies, and improve her cooling system for better stamina management.

Steelrising Review – Audio, Visuals, and Design

Steelrising features beautiful environments with improved lighting and shadows similar to GreedFall. From the harsh and bleak city walls to the abandoned and burning buildings, you will immediately feel the citizens’ deplorable conditions due to the uprising of the automatons.

The visuals are not only visceral but also terrifying because of how torn down Paris is, which effectively creates haunting scenes of a bloody alternate history of the French Revolution. Because of better lighting, you will clearly see most enemies even when battles take place in the dark. However, the character’s facial animations continue to look stiff such that only their mouths move and their eyes blink so the cut scenes can pull you out of immersion.

In terms of the audio, what I love about its execution is the mechanical sound of Aegis and the Automats. The whirring of gears and sprockets and the humming of these pieces of machinery are always heard in the background. And these effects go hand-in-hand with the unnatural way they move and fight in encounters, thereby elevating your experience of the game.

When it comes to the weapons, not only do they sound fleshed out and varied, but they also have enough weight in them. You will see and hear the impact of their blows whether it involves shooting rounded bullets from afar with the Shield Musket or executing charged heavy attacks using the Halberd. Additionally, the voice acting is equally impressive because of its outstanding and realistic qualities when human beings and Aegis speak. Spiders certainly nailed the audio in Steelrising.

From a technical standpoint, I experienced occasional framerate drops while exploring. There were also visual glitches in the starting areas in which some enemies did not have their HPs displayed while in combat. Other than these, there were no crashes or any game-breaking bugs in the version that I played.

Replayability and Pricepoint

A single run of Steelrising can last from 25-30 hours when you aim to finish every quest. This figure will probably double if you decide to experiment with different classes since you cannot respec your stats and upgrades.

For the Standard Edition containing only the base game, you will be spending USD 49.99. Comparatively, the Bastille Edition costs USD 59.99 where you will also receive a Discus Chain Weapon and the upcoming expansion known as Cagliostro’s Secret. These prices are pretty decent, especially if you are the type of player who intends to test out multiple playstyles to find the best fit for you.

Final Thoughts

Steelrising features gameplay and combat mechanics, which will pull in new and veteran players alike, from the builds they can come up with to the challenging encounters against a wide variety of Automats. What makes this Soulslike action RPG more appealing are the gorgeously dark and detailed environments of Paris as well as its heart-pounding audio and sound effects whether you are out there exploring or fighting tooth and nail for your survival.

The game has also got you covered if you are curious about how the alternate history of the French Revolution will unfold. You should definitely consider playing Steelrising when it comes out on September 8, 2022, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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