Official story explainer
Short answer
Ragnarok matters because it deepens prophecy, Atreus' Giant identity, and the choices Kratos must make as a father.
Why this matters for Laufey
God of War Laufey is built around the idea that her plans for Kratos and Atreus are under threat. Ragnarok makes those plans feel bigger because it raises the stakes around prophecy, war, and who Atreus becomes.
What Ragnarok adds
- More pressure from Odin
- More weight on Atreus as Loki
- More evidence that Laufey's foresight shaped the family long before the new game begins
Safe takeaway
If God of War (2018) is the funeral turning point, Ragnarok is the game that makes the family consequences heavier.
Related pages
Sources
- PlayStation: God of War Ragnarok
- PlayStation Blog: First look at God of War Ragnarok