Metroidvania games are often tricky because their level design can confuse players, but God of War: Sons of Sparta mostly avoids this issue. The game naturally guides players toward their next objective and indicates what they should do. There is, however, one moment that can still catch players off guard.
A few hours into the adventure, players encounter Ponea, the second of the three Stymphalian boss fights. After reducing its health to zero, Ponea remains stuck at the top of the screen, and the area cannot be exited. This has led many to think that the game has glitched.
Contrary to common belief, the odd ending of the Ponea fight is not a glitch but rather a case of unclear guidance. To continue, players simply need to collect the Frozen Plume. This is done by approaching it closely and pressing the Triangle button.
Although the solution seems straightforward, the Frozen Plume differs from other interactive items in the game: no button prompt appears when you are near it. This has caused some players to reload their save files and replay the Ponea fight multiple times.
Once the Frozen Plume is obtained, the story progresses normally, sending Kratos and Deimos toward their next destination. Before moving on, it’s worth returning to the Sanctuary area. The Frozen Plume can unlock three additional Muse Trials, which are worth completing, as finishing all nine trials grants access to a new area and the Amuse Trophy.
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