God of War Ragnarok: How To Get Past Collapsed Pillar – Lower Wildwoods

This guide explains how to get to get past the collapsed pillar in Lower Wildwoods in God of War Ragnarok.

It has been four years since the release of 2018’s God of War. After that game set such a tremendously high bar and left fans on one almighty cliffhanger, it has been difficult to see how God of War Ragnarok could possibly meet expectations.

Thankfully, God of War Ragnarok has delivered an all-time classic experience. And this sterling sequel is bound to be in contention with Elden Ring for 2022 Game of the Year. It currently stands at a colossal 94/100 on Metacritic having received many 10 out of 10 reviews.

God of War Ragnarok follows father and son duo Kratos and Atreus, the latter now a teenager, as they battle to stop Ragnarok with Fimbulwinter drawing to a close.

The new game picks up right where the previous one left off. And there’s a helpful re-cap option in the main menu.

However, being as a few years have passed since the last game was released, it is likely fans will have to get reacquainted with God of War Ragnarok‘s lore and gameplay.

Despite the helpful recap, refreshing your memory on the story, and wrapping your head around the fast paced action and numerous puzzles can be difficult.

After the huge fight with Thor, Atreus takes Kratos off to show him something related to his search for Tyr.

On the way, Kratos and Atreus must pass through the Lower Wildwoods area. Just before they reach the shrine, they come across a collapsed pillar that is blocking their path.

So, let’s go over how to get past the collapsed pillar in Lower Wildwoods in God of War Ragnarok…

How To Get Past Collapsed Pillar in God of War Ragnarok – Lower Wildwoods

The collapsed pillar is lying across a staircase which leads to the shrine where Atreus is take Kratos.

Before you move the pillar, be sure to check out the surround area. There are a number of lootable chests that contain valuable resources and collectibles.

At this stage in the game, you’re still getting used to how the game’s mechanics work. Thankfully, this puzzle is relatively straightforward.

This is how to get past the collapsed pillar in Lower Wildwoods in God of War Ragnarok: Throw the Leviathan Axe at the fallen tree on the right to break it. Next, use the Blades of Chaos to pull the pillar off of the steps and clear the staircase.

And there you have it – now you know how to get past the collapsed pillar in the Lower Wildwood area of God of War Ragnarok.

You are now free to proceed on to the shrine and learn more about Tyr.

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