Kratos will gain new skills on this new journey. Image via Sony<\/figcaption><\/figure>
This DLC will focus on mastering combat, bringing in those roguelite elements to expand on what players are used to. Every time you fall in combat, you will learn more about Valhalla and gain rewards to increase Kratos\u2019 strength with permanent upgrades\u2014and those can even alter Valhalla itself. \u201cThe shore of Valhalla humbles all those who wish to enter. Kratos must cast off his armor and equipment, and instead build towards both per-attempt and permanent rewards,\u201d Grace Orlady said on the PlayStation Blog<\/a>.<\/p>
Based on what we have seen so far, the gameplay will feature a mix of new mechanics that build on the base game\u2019s combat. New armor will be included that you can customize purely for style rather than substance. Valhalla <\/em>will feature five difficulty settings and will be a completely separate mode from the original game, so you can dive in at any time, even though the studio recommends you play the main story first to avoid spoilers.<\/p>
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