What are the desktop system requirements for God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700)?

God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700) requires a 64-bit desktop operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma/Sequoia), a quad-core CPU (Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 / Apple Silicon M1+), and at least 8 GB RAM.

How do I install God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700) without errors?

Extract the downloaded archive using 7-Zip, WinRAR, or Keka into a clean directory, whitelist the folder in Windows Security (or clear macOS quarantine via xattr -cr), and run the executable.

Will updating God of War Ragnarök to v1.0.668.5700 keep my existing settings and saves?

Yes, user profiles, presets, and save files are stored in your local AppData or ~/Library/Application Support directory and remain intact when upgrading to v1.0.668.5700.

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PC 112.5gb 2026 Published on, Oct 16, 2026 Last Updated - Nov 15, 2026 [v1.0.668.5700]

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Release Group / Clean Pre-pack Released / Jan 01, 2026

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Common God of War Ragnarök Desktop Errors & Proven Solutions

Issue / Error Message	Root Cause	Step-by-Step Fix
Crash on Startup / Silent Exit (Windows)	Missing Visual C++ Runtime or Admin privileges	Install VC++ 2015–2022 (x86 & x64) and enable Run this program as an administrator.
Missing MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll	Corrupted Microsoft C++ runtime libraries	Reinstall the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package and reboot your PC.
Missing steam_api64.dll / Activation DLL	Windows Defender quarantined the offline loader	Open Windows Security → Protection History, restore the file, and whitelist the folder.
"App Is Damaged and Can't Be Opened" (macOS)	macOS Gatekeeper quarantine flag	Run `sudo xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine "/Applications/God of War Ragnarök.app"` in Terminal.

Related Guides: Main Download Page | Installation Guide | System Requirements

God of War Ragnarök – Windows 10/11 & macOS Configuration, Preset & Save Data Paths

When backing up user profiles, presets, or local save data between a Windows Desktop workstation and a MacBook Pro/Studio for God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700), check these default desktop directories:

Desktop Platform	Default User Data / Config / Preset Directory	Backup & Migration Notes
Windows 10 / 11 (x64)	`%APPDATA%\{God_of_War_Ragnark}\` or `%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\{God_of_War_Ragnark}\`	Back up this folder before installing a newer version or resetting preferences.
macOS (Apple Silicon M1–M4 / Intel)	`~/Library/Application Support/God_of_War_Ragnark/` & `~/Library/Preferences/`	Use `Cmd + Shift + G` in Finder to open hidden Library paths directly.

Release Metadata Summary – God of War Ragnarök

Title / Package: God of War Ragnarök
Verified Build Version: v1.0.668.5700
Archive Size: 112.5gb
Category: GameApplication
Target Desktop OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) & macOS Desktop (Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 & Intel)
Primary Download Hub: Download God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700) Full Desktop Build

Frequently Asked Questions – God of War Ragnarök (v1.0.668.5700)

Is God of War Ragnarök completely free?

Yes, the pre-installed PC build listed here is available as a free download at version v1.0.668.5700. You can still support Santa Monica Studio by purchasing the game on Steam if you want to.

How do I install God of War Ragnarök?

Download the 112.5 GB package, extract it into a folder excluded from your antivirus and Windows Defender, install the redistributables from the Redist or _CommonRedist folder, then launch God of War Ragnarok.exe as administrator. A detailed Installation Guide.txt is included inside the game files.

How much storage do I need for God of War Ragnarök?

The download is 112.5 GB and the installed game needs roughly 190 GB of available space. Because you need room for both the archive and the extracted files during setup, plan for well over 300 GB of free space on your drive.

Does this version include the Valhalla DLC?

The current package is listed at v1.0.668.5700 and we have not confirmed Valhalla DLC inclusion in this build. Check the discussion thread before downloading if that content is essential to you.

Why am I getting checksum errors after extraction?

Checksum errors usually come from an incomplete download or from antivirus software scanning files mid-extraction. Re-download the affected parts, extract into an excluded folder, and verify the archive before extracting again.

Why is my DualSense controller showing Xbox button prompts?

This is a known behavior when launching through Steam as a non-Steam shortcut. Launching God of War Ragnarok.exe directly from the game folder typically preserves the correct PlayStation button prompts.

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Installation Guide

Step-by-step setup process

Game is pre-installed / portable, therefore you do not need to install the game.

Just extract the rar / zip file using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

Simply launch the game directly from the game executable as Administrator.

Important Notes

Install necessary apps from Redist or _CommonRedist to ensure game launches without problems.
Always extract game in Antivirus / Defender excluded folder to prevent false-positive file quarantine.
Always run the game as administrator.