: For players who pre-loaded the game on platforms like Steam , this update was a small mandatory download before the first launch.
Patch v1.0.1 Released · God of War update for 14 January 2022
: This specific build (8008283) was notably the version used for initial Steam Deck verification, confirming the game as "Verified" for the handheld. GOD OF WAR – V1.0.1 (DAY 1 PATCH/BUILD 8008283)...
: Implemented fixes for several issues that led to sporadic game crashes. Implementation Details
: Users downloading the game after launch received version 1.0.1 as part of the initial package. : For players who pre-loaded the game on
: Corrected an HDR bug where certain scenes appeared excessively dark on compatible monitors.
: Fixed a memory-related issue that caused performance to degrade significantly after long play sessions. Implementation Details : Users downloading the game after
(Build 8008283) was the first official update released alongside the game's launch on January 14, 2022. It primarily targeted stability and performance issues identified during the pre-release and early launch window. Patch Notes Overview