God of War

 PlayStation 2
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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2512 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 2,245 out of 2512
  2. Mixed: 175 out of 2512
  3. Negative: 92 out of 2512
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  1. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    The best action-adventure game on the PlayStation 2. Inspired by the ancient Greek myths, it blends the combat systems of "Onimusha" and "Devil May Cry" with the puzzles and platforming of "Prince of Persia". Featuring gory violence and naughty content, the game certainly earns its 'M' rating. Game creator David Jaffe was inspired by the feature film "Clash of the Titans" and "Heavy Metal"The best action-adventure game on the PlayStation 2. Inspired by the ancient Greek myths, it blends the combat systems of "Onimusha" and "Devil May Cry" with the puzzles and platforming of "Prince of Persia". Featuring gory violence and naughty content, the game certainly earns its 'M' rating. Game creator David Jaffe was inspired by the feature film "Clash of the Titans" and "Heavy Metal" magazine and it shows. The game combines the cinematic presentation of the former with the adult content of the latter.

    God of War is also one of the best looking titles in the PS2 library. The CGI rendered cutscenes are amazing, the animation is smooth and there is no framerate or screen tearing issues. At the time of its release, the game's graphics were noted as being close to Xbox quality. Of course, good gameplay is what really counts and GOW delivers it in spades. This is a 10-12 hour action-adventure game with no padding at all. It's compelling and entertaining from beginning to end. I would give it a 9.5 out of 10.    … Expand
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  3. Lelo_Oficial
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo marcou a minha vida, já devo ter zerado umas 200 vezes, adoro ele e conheço cada sala, cada segredo, cada inimigo, a história é fantástica, a gameplay é marcante e nostálgica, os personagens são absolutamente incríveis e definitivamente ele inicia a franquia com chave de ouro.
  4. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    7
    I will never understand why people love this game so much to this day. It's fine... short and sweet. And thats all.
  5. elrichstev
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    El inicio de toda esta saga arrecha que no necesita presentación, GoOD OF WAR y ya creo que es hora de un remake.
  6. Killerpummkin
    Aug 10, 2023
    8
    Classic, one of my favourite PS2 games, very good story, has great gameplay, is indeed one of the most memorable games of the generation.
  7. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  8. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 12, 2023
    8
    Genre-spanning platform/adventure/beat 'em up with combat that's a little too reliant upon button bashing and a difficulty level that's brutal on the higher settings, but it looks and sounds great and has a cool storyline based upon ancient Greek mythology.
  9. marlon155
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos
  10. thordeusdo7
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos
  11. ruangamer
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidoss
  12. Vergilxxz
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Obra de arte, muito melhor que aquela porcaria de devil may cry kkkkkkkkkkk
  13. Caroldaxotagran
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos
  14. Krats
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Impressionante o que esse jogo representa para mim. Não existe outra IP que proporciona os sentimentos que GOD OF WAR me passa. Um início espetacular para a franquia nesse jogo
  15. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    8
    Played on the aeathersx2 emulator on the android. Similar to other games from the serie. Nice plot
  16. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    The original God of War on PS2. Good times. This is a must-have game for a lot of PS2 owners. Epic
  17. JChappy2
    May 16, 2023
    10
    This game serves as a great reminder about how games were, and should still be made. The game's pacing is exhilarating, as the game whisks you through one beautiful locale after another, with few to no stagnant moments throughout. The combat is simple to understand, but hard to master, as the combos continue to get more nuanced and situationally effective as the enemies get tougher,This game serves as a great reminder about how games were, and should still be made. The game's pacing is exhilarating, as the game whisks you through one beautiful locale after another, with few to no stagnant moments throughout. The combat is simple to understand, but hard to master, as the combos continue to get more nuanced and situationally effective as the enemies get tougher, forcing the player to adapt from button-mashing to strategic combo moves to succeed.

    God of War's story is one of brutal violence and not much emotional tension, but it still captivated me through Kratos' own journey of self-understanding and reconciliation with who he really is. This game will forever stand as a pillar of excellence among video games.    … Expand
  18. MortalShaw
    May 13, 2023
    8
    en algunos puzzles me parecio algo aburridos, los villanos no estan nada mal, jugabilidad buenisima, el jefe final la verdad me dio algo de sueño, pero le salva todo lo anterior, sigue siendo un gran juego, pero ni de coña es el mejor de la saga
  19. davitolucena
    May 4, 2023
    10
    melhor jogo da historia do PS2 junto com o GOD 2 um combate que ate hoje nunca ficou ruim parabens para a sony
  20. s3rb
    May 4, 2023
    6
    Great game, the combat is really enjoyable despite being so simple. Sometimes it can be a little frustrating and unfair, but it still holds really well. However, just at the end of the game they just make everything fall off with some actually unfair battles, ignoring all the staff they have been building up during the rest of the game and making it seem actually unfair for no reason.
  21. PrJB38
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Fino Senhores
  22. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    Great game Very fluid controls, great diversity of scenery, beautiful graphics together with a perfect story!
  23. Miguelbpaes
    Apr 14, 2023
    9
    Por mais que atualmente God of War tenha envelhecido mal, analisando em retrospecto, é um dos melhores hack'n'slash já lançados na história. Com gameplay refinada, gráficos excelentes, brutalidade sem igual e com um protagonista memorável, tornam o título imprescindível para o PS2.
  24. elansadrake
    Apr 14, 2023
    7
    O Começo de uma saga que só vim jogar após terminar o segundo jogo, um ótimo inicio para uma saga que viria a fazer historia começando o reinado de exclusivos da sony, que são realmente incriveis
  25. Jonneeyy
    Apr 10, 2023
    9
    Für 2005 ein wahnsinnig gut gealtertes Action-Adventure. Die Kämpfe sind richtig flutschig und wichtig gleichzeitig. Die Geschichte ist fantastisch erzählt, wobei auch Cutscenes toll gestaltet sind. Das einzige Manko ist, dass teilweise die Spielzeit auf nervige Art und Weise gestreckt wird (Beispielsweise nachspawnende Gegner oder Doppelung der Parcours. Dennoch bereitet es viel Freude.
  26. NawafAlasmi
    Mar 29, 2023
    10
    Second best Playstation 2 Game ever after God of war 2.
    great combat
    good difficuility
    good boss fight and one of the hardest like Ares
    great Story
  27. kil1er1234
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    God Of War is a great slasher. fantastic story , gameplay , boss fights , game design and music.
  28. philzlz
    Mar 21, 2023
    7
    Playing the first God of War in 2023 was a frustrating experience. While the story and cutscenes are great and hold up very well, the game feels unfair. Now I might have forgotten that older games were way harder but some sequences were overtuned with enemies that took too long to kill and constantly respawned. The blocking system did not feel natural and you became stunned easily whichPlaying the first God of War in 2023 was a frustrating experience. While the story and cutscenes are great and hold up very well, the game feels unfair. Now I might have forgotten that older games were way harder but some sequences were overtuned with enemies that took too long to kill and constantly respawned. The blocking system did not feel natural and you became stunned easily which took momentum out of fights.

    I loved the level design and the mix with puzzles on the other hand, the camera work was stellar showing you impressive vistas in the background that made the levels feel bigger than they are. There are hidden secrets and chests to find and the environments are varied enough.

    Overall the game did not age very well and would have received a better rating from me on release.    … Expand
  29. Avey123Avey
    Mar 19, 2023
    5
    A fun classic PS2 action game. The set pieces here are pretty fun and the theme and presentation really elevate it. Unfortunately the combat is rather basic, but still enjoyable. It leans heavily on the sheer satisfaction of ripping enemies apart with your basic combos.
  30. HeitorCampos
    Mar 13, 2023
    7
    It´s not a masterpiece but it is a game. Could be way better, as the sequels would show, but it is fun.
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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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