God of War Ragnarok is on a roll; from its immersive story to its jaw-dropping graphics, it’s safe to say Kratos has stormed his way into our hearts again, swinging his axe and messing up Hel-walkers. As you and your axe rip Odin’s allies limb from limb, the sound of tearing flesh and popping joints echo through your PS5’s headset. But, with Norse monsters in short supply, have you ever stopped to think about what’s behind the deathly sounds of those countless enemies you have destroyed? What are the God of War Ragnarok sound designers up to? And do we need to call the police? After all, this is the developer who once staged a goat sacrifice (opens in new tab) at a press event.
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