God of War

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2512 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,245 out of 2512
  2. Mixed: 175 out of 2512
  3. Negative: 92 out of 2512
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  1. JamesC.
    May 23, 2007
    10
    By far the best game for the PS2. Beautiful storyline. Unique upgradeable combat moves. Can't think of any reason why people are going as low as 1's or even 0's here. I'll be buying the PS3 solely for GOW3.
  2. Uber_Owner
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    This game is amazing all the puzzles combos that you can do. Non stop combat mode they just keep coming....great graphics I love the story. The game is just all around amazing.
  3. RyanP.
    Apr 17, 2007
    10
    This is the definitive action game on the PS2 that started it all. GoW combines amazing action, story, and presentation in a very tight package! GoWII is even better!
  4. PaulV.
    Apr 11, 2007
    5
    Most overrated PS2 game ever. The combat mechanic is fun for a while, but wears off fast. There are too few enemy types (I thought that changing the colour of the enemy to change it's difficulty was left back in the days of 8 bit palette changes). There is almost no story, and the game ends just when you feel like it's getting started. Don't buy the hype.
  5. SomeGuy
    Apr 2, 2007
    10
    Brilliant! I revisited this game after almost a year and it's still as fun, exciting and compelling as it was the first time. Even now I'm discovering heaps of new things. It's not just a hack 'n' slash fest, the game also has some really clever puzzles and the story is told magnificently. An all-round masterpiece.
  6. MikeD.
    Mar 23, 2007
    10
    God of War has taken the beautiful mystical world of the ancient Greeks,and made it even more exciting, while still keeping the gameplay and story smooth. Anyone who has ever played a videogame before, has to admit that this one is indeed revolutionary and deserves 10/10.
  7. WaelD.
    Mar 12, 2007
    10
    This game is the most beautiful game I've played. It's so rare to see any game that's visually innovative, and this game is, the environments are unique, the gameplay is unique, the mood is unique. It was like playing Salambo. And the dark depressing storyline seems to be taken right out of Greek mythology especially because they made it fit perfectly into it. And the This game is the most beautiful game I've played. It's so rare to see any game that's visually innovative, and this game is, the environments are unique, the gameplay is unique, the mood is unique. It was like playing Salambo. And the dark depressing storyline seems to be taken right out of Greek mythology especially because they made it fit perfectly into it. And the platforming is annoying as long as you can press the buttons at the right time, I believe a monkey should be able to do that if he's given about ten tries, but then again some people don't have the mental capacity of a monkey. What's even better is that the sequel seems to live up and even surpass its predecessor.… Expand
  8. Warmonger
    Mar 3, 2007
    6
    Too aggravating, mostly because of the numerous, stupid! Jumping puzzles. Just after beating this game, I wondered why I even bothered...I was totally frustrated half the time, (terrible jumping puzzles!!) this definitely took a lot of the enjoyment for me, out of the game. Oh it was fun alright, when you weren't jumping around and dying, and believe me you'll die a 100 deaths Too aggravating, mostly because of the numerous, stupid! Jumping puzzles. Just after beating this game, I wondered why I even bothered...I was totally frustrated half the time, (terrible jumping puzzles!!) this definitely took a lot of the enjoyment for me, out of the game. Oh it was fun alright, when you weren't jumping around and dying, and believe me you'll die a 100 deaths in this game. the check points we're abundant but are old school ..you should be allowed to save anywhere. The enemies we're fun.... the platforming sucked!. It did have a great story line though, which is what kept me going, too bad the game play ( too much platforming) didn't follow suit... way too frustrating, even on easy, you need a lot of patience with this one! God of War 2, if it's anything like this...... they can have it!… Expand
  9. AndrewG.
    Jan 1, 2007
    8
    God of War is really fun, beautifully made, and has an excellent story. The reason why I give it an 8 is because of the extremely annoying platforming-esque challenges at some points. It is beyond annoying to die to a small fire when you're almost done winning a long fight - or falling off a ledge, or falling into lava, or randomly falling off a cliff. The checkpoints are fairly God of War is really fun, beautifully made, and has an excellent story. The reason why I give it an 8 is because of the extremely annoying platforming-esque challenges at some points. It is beyond annoying to die to a small fire when you're almost done winning a long fight - or falling off a ledge, or falling into lava, or randomly falling off a cliff. The checkpoints are fairly generous, but there were a number of times where I said "OH MY GOD THIS IS FREAKING TERRIBLE", because I would have to go back through a difficult battle. This game is DEFINITELY worth a buy, but just be warned that there is too much platforming and not enough boss battles (the ones that are there though are AMAZING).… Expand
  10. JakeR.
    Dec 6, 2006
    10
    This game is a miracle for the PS2. The system was dying, and this brought it back to life. This game is the only reason I still have a ps2. Its graphics are of the highest quality possible on the ps2, the ability to string togather attacks is sublime, and the cinematics seamlessly interwind with the compleling story. Sony owes Jaffe and his genius of a crew A LOT. Go, buy this game. If This game is a miracle for the PS2. The system was dying, and this brought it back to life. This game is the only reason I still have a ps2. Its graphics are of the highest quality possible on the ps2, the ability to string togather attacks is sublime, and the cinematics seamlessly interwind with the compleling story. Sony owes Jaffe and his genius of a crew A LOT. Go, buy this game. If you havent a ps2, you are sorely out of luck, as this is the ultimate in gaming. Marvelous.… Expand
  11. MichaelC.
    Sep 13, 2006
    10
    This is an incredible game, it has so many memorible moments. I don't think I'll ever forget the time I played for 6 hours straight to beat the end of the game. The gameplay is a bit button mashing, but you get some magic moves to mix it up. But the greatest aspect of God of War is the story, if you don't want to play to see the end of it, you need to be checked for a This is an incredible game, it has so many memorible moments. I don't think I'll ever forget the time I played for 6 hours straight to beat the end of the game. The gameplay is a bit button mashing, but you get some magic moves to mix it up. But the greatest aspect of God of War is the story, if you don't want to play to see the end of it, you need to be checked for a pulse, as it slowly reveals itself. Although I don't think it surpas's Resident Evil 4 as the best game of 2005, it still is worth every cent, my favorite PS2 game, and now it's 20$ there is no reason not to own this game, well unless you're a younger typ of audience, it is a very very mature game, more so than any game I've ever played.… Expand
  12. Sanurai
    Sep 2, 2006
    10
    This game is the most awesome game ever! It is great to play with your girlfriend. Seriously, this girl helped a brutha out, yo. We slayed those baddies like pancakes on a hot summer day. We caused more chaos than a herd of buffalo through a small town. We destroyed more of the earth than the Bush administration. We enjoyed the difficulty of the game and the puzzles, the visuals harkened This game is the most awesome game ever! It is great to play with your girlfriend. Seriously, this girl helped a brutha out, yo. We slayed those baddies like pancakes on a hot summer day. We caused more chaos than a herd of buffalo through a small town. We destroyed more of the earth than the Bush administration. We enjoyed the difficulty of the game and the puzzles, the visuals harkened back to those thrillin' dayz of yesteryear.… Expand
  13. JamieT.
    Aug 14, 2006
    10
    This game is great to play and has an exciting story to go along with it.
  14. MatthewH.
    Aug 12, 2006
    10
    1 of the best i have ever played when u play till u literly not notice that u hungy or tired and keep u entertained untill the end u got a winner. and if u get mad because its over u just want to get more.
  15. AndyM.
    Aug 7, 2006
    10
    Personally, I think that you haven't played action games until you've played this masterpiece.
  16. DonC.
    Jul 26, 2006
    10
    Phenomenal. Possibly the most polished game I've played. The design is excellent too - puzzles that don't get old, aren't too hard. Incredibly well balanced all-around.
  17. SeanB.
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    God of War gives me something that I never expected from it, even though it may very well be the finest game in the massive library of the PlayStation 2. God of War feels like a solid, current-gen quality game, but it manages to capture the feeling that hooked us all on games in the first place. The first time I strung together a 70 Hit Combo on Medusa, God of War took a place in my heart God of War gives me something that I never expected from it, even though it may very well be the finest game in the massive library of the PlayStation 2. God of War feels like a solid, current-gen quality game, but it manages to capture the feeling that hooked us all on games in the first place. The first time I strung together a 70 Hit Combo on Medusa, God of War took a place in my heart forever. For anyone wondering whether or not the industry is slipping away from its roots, God of War gives you an answer. This is what games should be, because it's what they always have been. Pure entertainment and a sense of pride and accomplishment. Mix that with an epic story and just a dash (ok, about 14 pounds) of blood and sex, not to mention the greatest anti-hero in the history of video games, and you have the best game of the current generation of consoles. Needless to say, God of War comes recommended.… Expand
  18. CharlesM.
    Jun 7, 2006
    10
    Regardless of the jaded comments from other reviewers this game offers everything that a MATURE gamer could desire. The fighting style is second to none, the path and storyline are engaging to all who enjoy video games and provide the rush of achievement that other games today sadly lack. The movies are well thought out and could be put together on Adult Swim to provide a great after Regardless of the jaded comments from other reviewers this game offers everything that a MATURE gamer could desire. The fighting style is second to none, the path and storyline are engaging to all who enjoy video games and provide the rush of achievement that other games today sadly lack. The movies are well thought out and could be put together on Adult Swim to provide a great after hours new Greek myth. Play on easy for simple hack n slash gore fest fun, then play again on Spartan for a challenege and try God Mode if you think you are up to the test and feel like getting hacked apart like you cut the easier modes into pieces on. With all the accomplishments of the game to date God Of War 2 has a lot to live up to, but this true blue gamer honestly cannot wait to sink his teeth into the sequel.… Expand
  19. MitchN.
    May 3, 2006
    10
    Out of all the games I"ve played this is one of the better ones and the goariest ones. It's even better than Kingdom Hearts!
  20. BrendaT.
    Apr 26, 2006
    10
    This has to be the best PS2 game released. The graphics are awesome, the skill levels challenging, the storyline great and flowing. There are only 2 problems...1). having to wait another year for GOW2 & 2). not being able to find another game that is as great as this!
  21. NiclasD.
    Apr 14, 2006
    9
    Probably the best game available on the PS2 God of War epitomizes the attempts of a combination of violence, sex, buttonbashing, difficulty, storytelling and narratives altogether told using Greek mythology - although the last hasn't been represented in most games... Seldom camera issues aside the game is hands down on of the best if not the best game of the year. Why the game Probably the best game available on the PS2 God of War epitomizes the attempts of a combination of violence, sex, buttonbashing, difficulty, storytelling and narratives altogether told using Greek mythology - although the last hasn't been represented in most games... Seldom camera issues aside the game is hands down on of the best if not the best game of the year. Why the game hasn't been awarded a 10 might occur to you as odd, as it is to me, but it feels weird giving a game based on rather simple elements such a grade - the counterargument is of course that the game and its elements are executed in such a damn good way. I'd give it a 9½ if half grades were possible.… Expand
  22. AnonymousMC
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    Holy S***T is this the best game ever or the best porn game ever? Both. I thank the gods for showing me some hooters!!!!!!!!!!!! oh yeah i forgot and the best actoin game ever. This is a game you want to have and to keep forever. and when you get children give to them and then tell thats how babys are made.
  23. AnonymousMC
    Mar 19, 2006
    10
    i love this game
    i am very picky on what kind of games i play and this game is the best 1 i have ever played!!!!
    i would give this game a 20 but 10 is the highest
    i love the puzzles,graphics,fighting moves, the whole package! god of war is fuckin rad!!!
  24. WesleyE.
    Mar 14, 2006
    10
    GTA may have innovated in game design, and Halo may have been fun to play, but to say that God of War is straight-up the best American game of the last 5 years is a very severe understatement.
  25. ThonyM.
    Mar 14, 2006
    9
    great game, graphics, fun all that...wouldnt say as good of resident evil, but theyre different games entierly so cant really compare.
  26. DanB.
    Mar 1, 2006
    10
    A classic game just enough puzzles and gore to keep everybody happy, sweet graphics and good story.
  27. DavidM.
    Mar 1, 2006
    10
    This is a fun and hard game that has lots of puzzles and fighting.
  28. JohnG.
    Feb 15, 2006
    5
    Nice Gameplay but the story line is way out of tact..An outrage to the Greek Community.
  29. ArasS.
    Jan 19, 2006
    10
    this game is unbelieveable and kicks resident evils butt.
  30. AdamD.
    Jan 17, 2006
    10
    Without a doubt, this is the best game I have ever had the pleasure of playing. Halo, GTA, Legend of Zelda... these are all great games, but the truest form of story, action, and sheer brilliant entertainment of this game make it a must own title on any system.
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#2 Best PS2 Game of 2005
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#2 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2005
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#2 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2005

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 75 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 74 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 75
  3. Negative: 0 out of 75
  1. Game Informer
    100
    While playing God of War, I honestly found it difficult to resist the urge to simply genuflect and be humbled to be in the presence of such digital divinity, this god among games. [Apr 2005, p.122]
  2. IGN
    98
    If you like to kill freaky things with your giant serrated knives, you'll love the s*** out of this... This videogame features sexual situations, bare breasts and excessive brutality. Good with that? Excellent!
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  3. Play Magazine
    95
    The game contains so much energy and conviction, so much skill and spirit. There came a point where I was totally lost to it, in the way you are to a great movie - to any powerful art form. [Apr 2005, p.50]
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