God of War Ragnarok is full of challenging boss fights, pitting playersagainst giant foesand ancient beings. One of the more difficult enemies in the game is theForest Ancientfound in Vanaheim. This fight is even more challenging because Kratos is without an ally or companion at this point in the game, meaning he can’t rely on that extra help to take down his foe.

How to beat the Forest Ancient in God of War Ragnarok

There are a few things to note when facing off against the Forest Ancient. Players who have completed God of War 2018 will be familiar with this type of enemy, but newcomers may be in for a surprise. The Forest Ancient is most vulnerable when thecenter of its body opens up. Unfortunately, this usually happens when it is attacking. This means that players often need to dodge and quickly attack with precision. This is when players will deal a majority of the damage to the Forest Ancient.

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The Forest Ancient will occasionallydrop small orbsthat Kratos canpick up and throwat the enemy. Doing this will stagger the Ancient, allowing players to attack and deal massive damage. The orbs are not always obvious when they drop, so players should be vigilant when fighting this foe.

Tips for fighting the Forest Ancient in God of War Ragnarok

There are a few key takeaways to note when taking on the Forest Ancient. Remember these vital tips:

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