God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River – A Guide to Unlocking the Favor and Walkthrough

This guide for God of War Ragnarok focuses on the side quest Return of the River. Here you will find instructions on how to unlock the favor in the Jungle, reach the dam, and sink the Vanaheim Crater.

Return of the River is a favor from Vanaheim that can be unlocked by completing specific tasks. In this guide, we will show you how to unlock the side quest in the Jungle region, reach the dam, and solve the puzzle of opening the dam and sinking the Crater.

• Rewards for the Favor
• Unlocking the Quest
• Ascending the Dam
• Flooding the Crater

Rewards for the Favor

1. Kratos XP – 500
2. Freja XP – 125

Unlocking the Quest

The first step to unlocking the Return of the River favor is to gain access to the Crater, the hidden northern region of Vanaheim. You can find detailed instructions on how to reach the Crater in Vanaheim on a separate page of this guide.

Once you have unlocked the Crater, use any Celestial Altar to make it night time. This will cause some of the barricades that were previously blocking your path to disappear. Head from the Plains region in the Crater to the Jungle region, which is located to the southwest. When you reach the Jungle, a dam will come into view, and the Return of the River favor will appear in your journal automatically.

Ascending the Dam

To ascend the dam, head west towards it. At a specific spot, your companion can create a seal and set fire to the red vines, which will unlock the elevator. You can then use the elevator to reach the top of the dam.

Once you reach the top, you will encounter enemies. At a specific point, throw the spear at the weak spot and detonate it to unlock a gap that you can squeeze through to reach the other side of the dam.

Flooding the Crater

After defeating the new enemies, you will find a large crank that is currently blocked. To unblock it, you must set fire to the red vines by forming several seals next to each other and grabbing the nearest one with the Blades of Chaos. This will cause a chain explosion that will burn all the red vines and unblock the crank.

Now that the crank is unblocked, you can move it to open the dam. Return to the eastern part of the dam and you will discover that all regions of the Crater (Plains, Sinkholes, and Jungle) have been flooded, creating rivers and reservoirs. You can now use boats to explore new areas of the Crater and find secrets and loot in the water.

FAQ

What is God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River?

God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River is the latest installment in the God of War series. It follows the story of Kratos and his son Atreus as they embark on a journey to stop Ragnarok, the end of the world. The game features a mix of action, exploration, and puzzle-solving elements, as well as an engaging story that explores the relationship between Kratos and Atreus.

What is favor in God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River?

Favor in God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River is a side quest that players can undertake to gain rewards and experience. These quests involve helping the various characters in the game world, such as finding lost items or defeating monsters. Each favor has its own story and unique challenges, and completing them can unlock new abilities and gear for Kratos and Atreus.

How do you complete a favor in God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River?

Completing a favor in God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River involves following a set of objectives provided by the quest giver. These objectives can range from defeating a certain number of enemies to finding a specific item. Players must explore the game world and use their combat and puzzle-solving skills to overcome these challenges. Once all objectives are complete, players can return to the quest giver to collect their reward and experience points.

Is there a walkthrough for God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River?

Yes, there are many walkthroughs available online for God of War Ragnarok: Return of the River. These walkthroughs provide a step-by-step guide on how to complete the game\’s main story and side quests, as well as tips and strategies for combat and exploration. However, some players may prefer to explore the game world on their own and discover its secrets without the aid of a walkthrough.