: Corrected an HDR bug where certain scenes appeared excessively dark on compatible monitors.
The update addressed three main technical areas to ensure a smoother experience for day-one players:
(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
: Users downloading the game after launch received version 1.0.1 as part of the initial package.
: Implemented fixes for several issues that led to sporadic game crashes. Implementation Details
Patch v1.0.1 Released · God of War update for 14 January 2022
: Fixed a memory-related issue that caused performance to degrade significantly after long play sessions.
: This specific build (8008283) was notably the version used for initial Steam Deck verification, confirming the game as "Verified" for the handheld.