God of War Ragnarok Release Date and Launch Times Unveiled
Countdown the seconds to your next journey with Kratos. God of War Ragnarok is launching on PC this week. After a successful PS5 launch, it's time to adventure with Kratos and Atreus again. However, the God of War Ragnarok release date and launch times vary by region, so make sure you’re prepared.
God of War Ragnarok Release Schedule and Launch Times
Global Release Times
God of War Ragnarok will launch on PC on September 19 for most regions. There’s no early access for this game, meaning everyone must wait until it unlocks in their time zone. Check the Steam requirements below before purchasing to ensure your system can run it. Here's the full God of War Ragnarok release date and launch times:
- Kuala Lumpur: 11 pm
- Mumbai: 8:30 pm
- Berlin: 5 pm
- Madrid: 5 pm
- London: 4 pm
- Cape Town: 6 pm
- Quebec: 11 am
- Los Angeles: 8 am
- Rio De Janeiro: 12 pm
- Tokyo (September 20): 12 am
- Sydney (September 20): 1 am
Preloading and Preparation
If you’ve pre-ordered the game, you can preload starting September 17. Since there’s no early access, you can’t play until the official launch time in your region. However, preloading will save you time, so you can dive into the action as soon as it’s available.
What to Expect in God of War Ragnarok
Journey with Kratos and Atreus
In God of War Ragnarok, players will once again step into the shoes of Kratos, exploring new realms and facing mythological creatures. The PC version promises stunning visuals and smooth gameplay. With the God of War Ragnarok release date and launch times set, prepare yourself for an epic adventure.
Ensuring a Smooth Start
Before the launch, ensure your PC meets the system requirements to enjoy the game at its best. Having the game preloaded means you won't waste any time downloading it once it becomes available in your region.
System Requirements
God of War Ragnarok requires a powerful system to run smoothly. For optimal performance, aim for a high-end CPU like the Intel i7 or Ryzen 7, and a GPU equivalent to the NVIDIA RTX 2070 or higher. A minimum of 16GB RAM is recommended for seamless gameplay, with at least 70GB of storage space available for installation
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel i5-4670k or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD RX 5500 XT (8GB) or Intel Arc A750 | NVIDIA RTX 2060 Super or AMD RX 5700 or Intel Arc A770 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 190 GB available space | 190 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Windows version 2004 2020-05-27 19041 | Windows version 2004 2020-05-27 19041 |
| Requires 64-bit processor and OS | Yes | Yes |