The God of War: 20th Anniversary Retrospective box set, recently released by Dark Horse, is now available at a significant discount. This two-volume hardcover collection, celebrating two decades of the iconic God of War franchise, can be purchased for $80.53 (originally $100). A Deluxe Edition is also available for dedicated collectors at $179 (a reduction from its initial $200 price tag).
God of War: 20th Anniversary Retrospective – Standard Edition
The standard God of War: 20th Anniversary Retrospective Set features two hardcover volumes housed within an elegant, leatherette-wrapped slipcase. Inside, fans will discover a wealth of artwork, exclusive behind-the-scenes materials, and insightful interviews with key development team members, offering a deep dive into the creation process of each game.
Volume One, titled `Greek Saga,` delves into the original God of War trilogy and its various spin-offs. Volume Two, `Norse Saga,` meticulously details the development of the more recent installments – God of War (2016) and God of War: Ragnarök. The retrospective was penned by Rick Barba, author of God of War: Lore and Legends, which is a fictionalized recreation of Atreus`s journal.
God of War: 20th Anniversary Retrospective – Deluxe Edition
For the ultimate fan, the Deluxe Edition of this anniversary set offers even more exclusive details. Both books in this edition boast gilded page edges, ribbed spines, distinct cover art, and integrated ribbon bookmarks. They are presented in a special display box adorned with exquisite gold-foil illustrations.
Furthermore, the Deluxe Edition includes a bifold portfolio containing a pair of lithographs: one features art inspired by the classic PlayStation 2 games, while the other is based on the contemporary reboot of the series.