God of War III Remastered

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jul 14, 2015
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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1547 Ratings

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  1. ALSGATS
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    Sony already explained that the purpose of remastering games is to give the people who didn't have PS3 the chance to experience some of the best games made for that console.
    In my case, I had PS3 but I couldn't play GOW3 so this is my chance and I'm not gonna pass it.
    for someone who hasn't played it before it's a fantastic experience; an amazing story with fast-paced and thrilling    Sony already explained that the purpose of remastering games is to give the people who didn't have PS3 the chance to experience some of the best games made for that console.
    In my case, I had PS3 but I couldn't play GOW3 so this is my chance and I'm not gonna pass it.
    for someone who hasn't played it before it's a fantastic experience; an amazing story with fast-paced and thrilling gameplay and polished graphics (1080p-60 fps). for me this game is a 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  2. ucell
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece. Epic boss battles, fantastic set-pieces, great pacing and excellent level design and combat make it a must-have for anyone who has a PS4 and likes action games. This is easily the best game I've played on PS4.
  3. iamTylerDurden
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    Take one of the best games off all-time and up it to 1080/60 with various other graphical improvements, add a visceral new weapon, all dlc/costumes, photomode, God of War 1 & 2 for free on PS Now (90 days), and throw in a PS4 dynamic theme and you have yourself a nice little package for 39.99.

    The games visual improvements From 720p and 30+fps to 1080p and 60fps Dynamic lighting    Take one of the best games off all-time and up it to 1080/60 with various other graphical improvements, add a visceral new weapon, all dlc/costumes, photomode, God of War 1 & 2 for free on PS Now (90 days), and throw in a PS4 dynamic theme and you have yourself a nice little package for 39.99.

    The games visual improvements

    From 720p and 30+fps to 1080p and 60fps

    Dynamic lighting and shadows have been added

    Improved anti aliasing and graphics filters

    Improved camera and a photomode

    Some texture work, improved facial and character definition and muscle striations

    This is not just a lazy up res as some salty "gamers" who will never see anything more than a compressed YouTube vid will claim. God of War 3 Remastered is a must buy for those who haven't played, but also for those who have. The PS4 version does this game so much justice with the fluidity of 60fps combat and with the low latency ultra responsive DUALSHOCK 4 controller you will have a newfound mastery over Kratos The Godslayer. The new gauntlet weapon is a welcomed addition and a grappling good time, and with the improved visuals the boss fights come to life like never before, Poseidon is a sight to behold in native 1080p.

    This really is a fantastic experience on the PS4 and the game is more thrilling than ever. Even if you are a God of War veteran you owe it to yourself to experience the very best version of the most epic game of all-time, and if you own a PS4 but have never experienced the series, invest in a set of hinges because this game will blow the doors off. This is the best version of (arguably) the best game, just like The Last of Us Remastered, God of War 3 Remastered on PlayStation 4 is a 10/10. Must buy.    … Expand
  4. Ghost-rebel117
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    God of war 3 is a great game for anyone who hasn't tried it out.It looks great on the PS4 with 1080p and 60fps.The gameplay and story of the game is absolutely awesome and is easily a fan favourite game
  5. omegamarx
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    La calidad grafica es indiscutible, si no se sabria q fue un juego de ps3 tranquilamente pasa por un juego de ps4. Los que se quejan de las remasterizaciones simplemente que no lo compren y se acabo, pero yo jugue a todos los God of War en sus respectivas consolas y aun asi lo compre por soy un fan de la saga. Muy recomendado.
  6. Mahdiar
    Dec 12, 2015
    8
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 8
    Story : 9
    Sound : 9
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    Overall : 8
  7. vinamas
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    One of the best game the ps3 owners had now its remastered in glorious 1080p 60 fps gorgeous visuals epic battles and bossfights fun fighting and some replay value.
  8. deathreaper180
    Jul 18, 2015
    6
    This game is exactly what you would expect. God of War III. The 60fps is smooth to watch and with the gameplay God of War feels great. But the graphics, while nice to look at sometimes, just aren't that big a deal. $40 for this? No thanks. I'll just leave God of War on my PS3 where it should have stayed.
  9. TatsMcGee
    Oct 23, 2018
    5
    Motivation to play the Game

    I've played this game before (or at least attempted to) and just didn't like it. Then this year, I played God of War (2018) and its one of the best games that I have ever played. So I figured that I should give this game another try. Why I did not finish the game I just don't like it, the story is a bad revenge story. The combat just doesn't do it for    Motivation to play the Game

    I've played this game before (or at least attempted to) and just didn't like it. Then this year, I played God of War (2018) and its one of the best games that I have ever played. So I figured that I should give this game another try.

    Why I did not finish the game

    I just don't like it, the story is a bad revenge story. The combat just doesn't do it for me and the games main schtick is extreme violence which does nothing for me.

    Amount of Time Put Into The Game

    I played this game for a few hours and it never hooked me in. This original trilogy is not for me.

    Try Again Later?

    No, I believe in second chances, I gave this game a second chance and the answer is no. It's not for me.    … Expand
  10. ps4misery
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    The best version of one of the best ps3 exculsive. 60 stable fps, the same gamma, full hd. Just perfect gaming expierence for those, who never played gow.
  11. TheLastColossus
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    The cutscences aren't 60fps, but I don't have any complaints considering that I didn't get to play GOW3 on PS3, a day before the announcement of GOW3 Remastered on PS4, I was thinking that they would do it, and it happened.
  12. Alkouzne
    Jul 22, 2020
    4
    May be it's just not my cup of tea, but I found this game to aggressive with the story telling and action is a bit too much. Could not finish.
  13. HrooneyTunes
    Jul 25, 2020
    0
    Flight sections on "Titan" are broken and unfair, so you get what you deserve, developers
  14. mitsarakos
    Nov 21, 2021
    4
    I did'n like it very much. The game starts with fighting enemy bosses? Are you serious? I Completed it with 51%, but I was very disappointed and a little bored. Try GOW 2018 witch is perfect.
  15. Thwompthing
    Sep 12, 2019
    10
    Don't bother even reading GamerTyrant's 0 or any of the other 3 lame scores. God of War 3 is the best God of War game in the original trilogy, and for good reason. The boss fights and stages are on a epic scale (the beginning titan is unreal), and it just gets better. Story is just fine as well. Gameplay is amazing, violence here in all its glory, and sound and music are perfect.Don't bother even reading GamerTyrant's 0 or any of the other 3 lame scores. God of War 3 is the best God of War game in the original trilogy, and for good reason. The boss fights and stages are on a epic scale (the beginning titan is unreal), and it just gets better. Story is just fine as well. Gameplay is amazing, violence here in all its glory, and sound and music are perfect. Listen to the majority who know how great these games are and PLAY IT NOW! Then after you play God of War 3, if you haven't played the new God of War 2018 already then you MUST play that to see the end of Kratos's story. Man, this series is epic.… Expand
  16. Detinator73
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    There is a neat thing about God of War 3 Remastered. First it's the graphics: Santa Monica decided to amp out the graphics. All of the DLCs are included as well as photo mode (where you can share a photo based on what photo colour you want). The sad part about God of War is that the controls/story/gameplay is pretty much the same with a few exemptions: Start and select is basically theThere is a neat thing about God of War 3 Remastered. First it's the graphics: Santa Monica decided to amp out the graphics. All of the DLCs are included as well as photo mode (where you can share a photo based on what photo colour you want). The sad part about God of War is that the controls/story/gameplay is pretty much the same with a few exemptions: Start and select is basically the middle touchpad button and the options button. There is a lightbar - which your playing it with the colour red. So it will shine red when you create a new game (or load one, challenge mode, etc.). The third is basically the graphics. Other than that, it would be more disappointing to see a return of the Remastered (unless you happen to play from the beginning of the story to the end - which is God of War 3). EDIT: What I did not realize was for a fact that your controller changes colour based on the weapon itself that your wielding. I did not realize that from the time you do have to obtain new weapons.… Expand
  17. SeanGamerDays
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    I don't give a rats ass about 1080p or 60fps, but the gameplay is... obviously, I fought God of War is just a slack of anger games, but instead it is not! Kratos was the reason why your mom wouldn't buy you a PS2, & other reason, Sex content! So now, you can play Kratos in your PS4 and ignored your mom ranting s*it, because you now, a grown up, to play this AWESOME GAME!
  18. Gamertyrant123
    Oct 29, 2015
    0
    Before we start this review let me make this clear, God Of War 3 Remastered is NOT a remaster.
    It is a port, and to be perfectly honest, a pretty bad one at that.
    The plastic textures are not redone, the AI is left precisely as stupid as it used to be and the gameplay has not received a single much needed tweak. Performance: God Of War 3 runs at 1080p 60fps... at least that is what    Before we start this review let me make this clear, God Of War 3 Remastered is NOT a remaster.
    It is a port, and to be perfectly honest, a pretty bad one at that.

    The plastic textures are not redone, the AI is left precisely as stupid as it used to be and the gameplay has not received a single much needed tweak.

    Performance:
    God Of War 3 runs at 1080p 60fps... at least that is what we are told. The "60fps" does not dip, so much as it plummets into the 30s and low 40s and remains there for almost the entire game. Jarring screen tear ruins any possible gain of the resolution bump purely from the disjointed picture that is displayed on screen thanks to these horrific tears.

    Gameplay:
    The gameplay, which I can only assume is supposed to be violent is ruined by the goofy, cartoonish animations and controls, levels are repeated over and over again until you lose any challenge and just rely on the muscle memory as each mission is layed out exactly as it was before.

    Story:
    There simply is not any story here, Kratos must stop a god and- blah-blah-blah
    the exact same story as GOW 1 and 2.
    I'll put it like this, there is only so many times you can read a book, there is only so many times you can play a God of War title.

    Do yourself a favor, don't buy this game.    … Expand
  19. PPaul27
    Jul 20, 2015
    7
    Despite the stable 60 fps e and native resolution at 1080p, god of war 3 remastered not add anything than old last gen's version . The game is proposed for people who never played on ps3. The gameplay and also the fixed camera are old, . Whatever Play with Kratos is always a good experience.
  20. robinzvak
    Aug 4, 2015
    7
    I never play God of War, - minus for me is this remastered not includes all Saga only III part. Game have very good gameplay with nice epic music. Its pity game lenght.
  21. SportsareCrap
    Dec 27, 2015
    1
    Gameplay: 1 (Unplayable)
    Fun: 1 (You can't Have Fun)
    Story: 7 (Story is set during Era 5000BC to 500BC)
    Cast: 7 (Great)
    Score: 1/10

    Overrated By All should got less then 7.8s
  22. MonrealProSinon
    Feb 21, 2017
    4
    they gave us what we allready have for 60$ and it the same but with 1080p resolution dont recommending it if u own the ps3 version of it buy another game like gta or mafia insted of wasting your mony
  23. belgrave
    Sep 22, 2016
    7
    Some the set pieces and atmosphere are amazing. Too bad you cant move the camera around that much to enjoy it more so. The action is gripping and exciting but somewhat repetitive after a while (ie same enemies spawned over and over in different waves).
    Last boss fight dragged on for too long but was still enjoyable and epic.
  24. Vzhik
    Feb 22, 2017
    5
    Хороший средний слешер. Сюжет как-то невнятно подается, временами возникает "не верю".. и к концу я уже забыл зачем ГГ всех убивает. Иногда раздражающие моменты в боях. Но битвы красивые.
  25. Nigme
    Jul 29, 2018
    7
    Gameplay - 6 (The game is too boring in the end).
    Screenplay - 7 (Revenge, revenge and revenge, nothing more, but the characters are interesting).
    Graphics - 7 (slightly better than the original).

    Overall - 7

    I expected much more from the game.
  26. jmart0031
    Jan 30, 2016
    7
    Was good not as good as 1st n 2nd to me. Half the gods arent even true boss battles like and not many large bosses either. worth it to finish the trilogy...or does it???
  27. zGoldenOG
    Sep 8, 2019
    6
    Eu sinceramente,não vejo o porque de God of War ser tão popular, sua saga é basicamente um careca raivoso matando deuses do Olimpo.
    Eu não consigo aceitar a fraqueza destes deuses,onde deveriam ser onipotentes.
  28. noaccentallowed
    Jan 4, 2017
    6
    God of War 3: Remastered is a needless upgrade of an already phenomenal experience. Beyond marginal visual improvements, there are no new features added to the original game. Anybody who has previously enjoyed God of War 3 should not purchase this version. The lack of bonus content will be a disappointment to all but first-time players.

    Leveraging the power of the PlayStation 4, God of    God of War 3: Remastered is a needless upgrade of an already phenomenal experience. Beyond marginal visual improvements, there are no new features added to the original game. Anybody who has previously enjoyed God of War 3 should not purchase this version. The lack of bonus content will be a disappointment to all but first-time players.

    Leveraging the power of the PlayStation 4, God of War 3: Remastered renders at a native 1080p resolution and displays at 60 frames per second. A somewhat stronger form of antialiasing is also implemented to reduce the appearance of jagged edges on game models. No assets are conspicuously retextured, which is a shame because the doubled pixel count highlights bits of poorly aged geometry. Thankfully, God of War doesn’t perform any worse than its PlayStation 3 predecessor, avoiding the pitfalls of other contemporary remasters.

    The actual gameplay and narrative still perfectly capture the scale of a Greek myth. Boss encounters are always a series of diamond polished combat sections mixed with spectacularly climatic executions. Puzzles range in scope from clever brain-teasers in isolated spaces to Herculean trials that dynamically alter entire levels in astonishing ways. Cutscenes combine impeccable choreography with engrossing melodramatic acting to achieve satisfying emotional resonance. In every regard, God of War 3 realizes its potential as a finale to a genuinely epic revenge tale.

    It is baffling that such a landmark title didn’t include bonus content on a subsequent release, but that merely detracts from the material value of the product. The core content is untouched, and it remains uniquely entertaining. This release is the ideal choice for newcomers with the latest PlayStation hardware, yet existing God of War 3 owners can safely ignore it.    … Expand
  29. Colin1963
    Jul 2, 2017
    5
    What would have been a great game has been severely marred by the developers tweaking the difficulty to the point that you spend far too much time looking at the "you are dead" screen. Upgrades and enemies are metered out so there is no way to improve your character to maker a boss level easier. Delays in responses and clunky evasion and sequences means the fight mechanics leave youWhat would have been a great game has been severely marred by the developers tweaking the difficulty to the point that you spend far too much time looking at the "you are dead" screen. Upgrades and enemies are metered out so there is no way to improve your character to maker a boss level easier. Delays in responses and clunky evasion and sequences means the fight mechanics leave you feeling frustrated. It's a pity the studio just forgot that games are supposed to be fun. Still worth a go, but could have been so much better.… Expand
  30. Polotko
    Feb 9, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. when kratos fight with chronos is the best moment... but i didnt see diference in graphics thats why i put 7… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 67 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 67
  3. Negative: 0 out of 67
  1. SpazioGames
    Oct 28, 2015
    70
    A zero-hassle remaster of a great action hack 'n' slash. The combat system is still great, even if inferior to that of some Japanese games of the same genre, and the graphics have aged extraordinarily well. Still, as we said, a lot more could have been done in this remaster.
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  2. CD-Action
    Sep 18, 2015
    80
    The fact that the Photo Mode is one of the emphasized features tells everything about how necessary this remaster was and how much effort was put into it. Yes, the textures are sharper, the lighting is better, but the difference is not breathtaking, because the game was already stunningly beautiful before. It’s not how I imagined Kratos’ assault on PS4. So why such a high score? Five years later it’s still an exceptional game and I envy everyone who is to experience this grand adventure for the first time. [09/2015, p.43]
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 8, 2015
    80
    A great game, and finally on a system that can run it properly.
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