5 games to play while waiting for God of War: Ragnarok

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God of War: Ragnarok is the upcoming eleventh installment in the action-adventure series that started in 2005. Since then, the franchise has become Sony’s flagship offering. The highly anticipated title is set to be released on November 9, and the developers have released a brief trailer showcasing its immersive gameplay.

Sequel to 2018’s God of War, the upcoming installment will see players controlling Kratus and Atreus in a fantasy realm ruled by Norse gods. While everyone anxiously waits for Ragnarok, here are some alternatives to try to get into the groove of things before Sony's main-course offering is launched next month.

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A dark and gloomy story-driven title, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice takes plenty of influence from Norse mythology, which is evident from its lore. However, it’s the game’s brutal hack-and-slash combat through which this entry has earned a name.

Apart from heavy narration and fast-paced combat, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice also has some puzzle-solving elements, making it an interesting option to try while waiting for God of War: Ragnarok.

Released way back in 2010, Darksiders is an incredibly well-made action-adventure game. It features plenty of hack-and-slash-based fighting and offers combos and combat mechanics similar to the God of War games.

In addition to its GOW-inspired approach to combat, Darksiders has dungeons and puzzles that might make one remember the Legend of Zelda franchise. The title has an over-the-top comic book art style that truly makes it stand out from other hack-and-slash action-adventure games.

Inspired by the legendary Italian poet Dante Alighieri’s poem, Inferno, Dante’s Inferno is an action-adventure title that