God of War: Ragnarok

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  1. CheckCallin
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    God of War Ragnarök is a masterpiece, a worthy sequel to the 2018 game that improves on everything that made it great. The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is fluid and engaging, and the story is epic and emotional.

    The environments in God of War Ragnarök are incredibly detailed and realistic, from the lush forests of Alfheim to the snow-capped mountains of Jotunheim. The character    God of War Ragnarök is a masterpiece, a worthy sequel to the 2018 game that improves on everything that made it great. The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is fluid and engaging, and the story is epic and emotional.

    The environments in God of War Ragnarök are incredibly detailed and realistic, from the lush forests of Alfheim to the snow-capped mountains of Jotunheim. The character models are also brought to life with stunning animation, and the facial expressions are particularly expressive.

    The gameplay in God of War Ragnarök is a refinement of the formula established in the 2018 game. The combat is more fluid and responsive, and the puzzles are more challenging. There are also new features, such as the ability to summon the Hugin and Munin ravens to scout ahead, which add to the gameplay variety.

    The story in God of War Ragnarök is epic and emotional. It builds on the events of the previous game and delivers a satisfying conclusion to Kratos and Atreus's journey. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the voice acting is top-notch.    … Expand
  2. Havoc-M2
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    This was an absolute blast. My father got it for me as a gift and i have been loving every single bit of effort put into this. What a masterpiece.
  3. Visitbr
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    game fenomenal, história bem estilo marvel mas é muito boa, ele aperfeiçoa muita coisa do gow 2018, o pós game é muito massante
  4. ZeusB2009
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've played.
    The story was amazing and the characters were great and the gameplay was fun and immersive sometimes combat was difficult and sometimes it was easy it really depends on the difficulty the enemy and your skill.
  5. Cyberbroly7
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    This is something special, you can see how much work was put into this..from soundtrack to gameplay PlayStation Studios never disappoint, I'm loving everything....the emotional rollercoaster, the perspective of Kratos as a father is deeper and he's adapting to it, the game is lovely..keep it up everyone at PS studios ( as well as everyone from outside for their support) to making this gameThis is something special, you can see how much work was put into this..from soundtrack to gameplay PlayStation Studios never disappoint, I'm loving everything....the emotional rollercoaster, the perspective of Kratos as a father is deeper and he's adapting to it, the game is lovely..keep it up everyone at PS studios ( as well as everyone from outside for their support) to making this game to what it is...thank you for ur hard work♥️… Expand
  6. Not_too
    Aug 15, 2023
    7
    so so average for the amount of praise its getting. This really is just 2018 GOW continued with nothing really big and new to add, except maybe certain sections where you play as Atreus. Huge disappointment
  7. MetaKritiker90
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    It's a really great sequel and improves on many things on the pretty much perfect predecessor. The best game of 2022. I have goosebumps thinking about it.
  8. Ilya123
    Jul 27, 2023
    8
    Good game with new gameplay. GOTY 2022. Good Story and game design, no bugs
  9. HereYouGoBuddy
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Loki shined in this game with his arc but Kratos felt unnecessary. Still a good story and amazing graphics but not as good as first one.
  10. Ahlgren
    Jul 12, 2023
    0
    Dont by this **** its feels like a DLC nothing more...
    Play the old one again instead.....
  11. Caroldaxotagran
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível, obra de arte, perfeito em todos os sentidos eu amoooooooooooooo
  12. marlon155
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível, obra de arte, perfeito em todos os sentidos eu amoooooooooooooo
  13. thordeusdo7
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível, obra de arte, perfeito em todos os sentidos eu amoooooooooooooo
  14. ruangamer
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível, obra de arte, perfeito em todos os sentidos eu amoooooooooooooo
  15. Vergilxxz
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível, obra de arte, perfeito em todos os sentidos eu amoooooooooooooo
  16. Kal420
    Jun 18, 2023
    0
    It's terrible. It's boring. The graphics are ok at best. Toxic PlayStation fan boys raved about this game being the best thing ever but I just don't see it. Meh at best.
  17. res0nancer
    Jun 5, 2023
    8
    Несмотря на всю любовь к главному персонажу, не могу игнорировать то, что игра не сильно изменилась с 1 части (2018 года). История это то, что в основном тащит эту игру. Геймплей тоже зайдет, если вам он понравился в предыдущей части. В остальном хочется видеть уже следующую часть, уже на Next Gen'e - PS4 пора уже на покой.Несмотря на всю любовь к главному персонажу, не могу игнорировать то, что игра не сильно изменилась с 1 части (2018 года). История это то, что в основном тащит эту игру. Геймплей тоже зайдет, если вам он понравился в предыдущей части. В остальном хочется видеть уже следующую часть, уже на Next Gen'e - PS4 пора уже на покой.
  18. dreamnight
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    I recommend pick one up lot action and also song beautiful and excellent graphic and good day
  19. vincenzocosmo
    May 25, 2023
    9
    The story is captivating, the music is incredible, and the gameplay is excellent. Unforgettable !
  20. hrubi
    May 23, 2023
    9
    Almost a perfect video game but it has some boring period when the main characters become separate. But I loved this game. On PS4 it was running without any bug or lag.
  21. zNeverSleep
    May 15, 2023
    8
    More than I expected.

    After beating the 2018 game, my expectations were ok. I knew it would be a good game, but not this good. There are so many elements that make the game way superior to its predecessor. Obviously, it's not perfect, but good enough to win you. First, and more important in this new direction... the story. Unlike the first one, where the plot seems to be moveless,    More than I expected.

    After beating the 2018 game, my expectations were ok. I knew it would be a good game, but not this good. There are so many elements that make the game way superior to its predecessor. Obviously, it's not perfect, but good enough to win you.

    First, and more important in this new direction... the story. Unlike the first one, where the plot seems to be moveless, where things happen. The development of the characters is much clear and well-made. There were some moments I just couldn't hold myself 'cause they mattered to me. The relationship of Kratos with his son is no longer lonely. He grows with the world beyond and so do we. That moments really can make grown men have a "speck in the eye". The plot itself is amazing. Of course, given its dimensions, it has some holes, but at least for me, "suspension of disbelief" was enough to ignore it, since the messages were more important - and there are many. As we know what Kratos went through, his words mean a lot. The cinematics were also amazing. Truly a cinematography peace.

    Alright, about the gameplay, one of my biggest criticisms about the 2018 game... it got better. It still has its problems, since its limits perspective and movement, but the RPG just works way better here. The enemies were diverse and required different approaches. The skill tree was still kinda boring, the weapons skill itself was crazy. The side quests were way essential now, and if I didn't have to return the PS4, I could do it.

    Also, an honorable mention: props to the PS4 Slim for how grateful it deals with this game. Truly impressive (and I played the 2018 game in 4K).

    Anyway, I loved and thank god it was worth my time.    … Expand
  22. Chempion1
    May 7, 2023
    9
    Прошел God of War: Ragnarök, вот хочу оставить своё мнение на Metacritic.
    Первая часть очень понравилась, сюжет, боёвка, графика и вообще атмосфера были на высоте. Да, были нарекания и, как я понял, Santa Monica Studio про них услышала!
    И так, мы имеем 100% сиквел, то есть тех же щей, только гуще и с исправлением почти всех небольших ошибок оригинала. Начну с того, что поправили.    Прошел God of War: Ragnarök, вот хочу оставить своё мнение на Metacritic.
    Первая часть очень понравилась, сюжет, боёвка, графика и вообще атмосфера были на высоте. Да, были нарекания и, как я понял, Santa Monica Studio про них услышала!
    И так, мы имеем 100% сиквел, то есть тех же щей, только гуще и с исправлением почти всех небольших ошибок оригинала.
    Начну с того, что поправили.
    Расширился бестиарий второстепенных боссов. В первой части это были на 90% инеистые тролли, как говорится, "одинаковы с лица" только имена разные. Здесь же это и драконы, и крокодилы, и какие то непонятные существа, хотя тролли тоже остались.
    Теперь мы побываем во всех 9 мирах. Хотя ждал от Асгарда чего то более внушительного чем деревня на скале. Мир гномов более менее получился.
    Добавили третье оружие, копье Драупнира. Хотя ждал конечно большего. Ведь в старых God of War у Кратоса оружия было просто завались.
    Во всём остальном это тот же самый God of War 2018 года. Немного поменяли прокачку, немного вооружение/костюмы, добавили какие то фишки. Но по сути, кто играл в оригинал 2018, будет здесь как рыба в воде.
    История крепкая, продолжает сюжет первой части. Есть интрига, есть слезливые моменты. Персонажи хорошо прописаны. Хотя мне не очень понравилось, что в игре, так называемые, боги могут менять свою сущность. Например в мифах если ты бог войны то, что бы ты не делал, ты будешь сеять лишь хаос и войну, это сущность богов. Они в отличии от людей не могут прощать, забывать и вообще как то меняться. Здесь же и Фрея, и "Тюр" да и сам Кратос становятся более человечными что ли, а это не совсем правильно, на мой взгляд. Ведь в первой части тот же Бальдр, бог расцвета и угасания, должен был умереть и он этого добивался до самого своего конца, потому, что он не мог иначе, он не мог измениться, он бог. Это его сущность. А в Ragnarökе боги почему то стали способны на перемены.
    Ещё я думаю древние скандинавы удивились бы узнав, что ётуны были неграми! Ну куда же без этого теперь? Хорошо пидорестии не завезли. И на том спасибо.
    В прочем, это очень хорошая игра, настоящее продолжение которое очень интересно проходить.    … Expand
  23. Thdragoon
    Dec 15, 2022
    0
    Terrible story, plot, writing, pacing, set pieces, etc. No plot twists at the end.
  24. AtomosFabian
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Es un juego increíble, todo un portento técnico, su historia y narrativa es de las mejores creadas, su arte y gráficos son espectaculares, su jugabilidad está excelente. Santa Monica Studio lleva a otro nivel la saga de God of War y cren de nuevo una obra maestra
  25. infraRecon
    May 2, 2023
    9
    God of War Ragnarok is an Outstanding, Quality game even on the PS4, however, there are a few minor problems while playing the Story and Some Side Content, I played for over 35+ hours.
    The Story is excellently paced but lacks some detail and explanation about specific events (It left some Plot holes), the Combat and gameplay are reminiscent of GOW 2018 with more combat flow and tactical    God of War Ragnarok is an Outstanding, Quality game even on the PS4, however, there are a few minor problems while playing the Story and Some Side Content, I played for over 35+ hours.
    The Story is excellently paced but lacks some detail and explanation about specific events (It left some Plot holes), the Combat and gameplay are reminiscent of GOW 2018 with more combat flow and tactical combat mechanics.

    The Characters are well-written, and the Environments and realms are expansive and impressive graphically while maintaining the linear open space the previous game is known for.

    The Music is incredibly satisfying which reminds me of Huge, Epic and Cinematic Soundtracks that Films are known for. This game makes the first game look like a DLC and that is a good thing but I feel there is a lack of something that I can't really point my finger towards but it has to do with the later parts of the game.

    I feel that it's generic and safe, it doesn't try to do something ultimately Unique like the previous games in the series. It's understandable where they want to go with the franchise and the characters but I expected there to be something more, something unexpected at the end, but as I mentioned before the story of the game plays it safe.

    On to ratings:
    Story 9/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Visuals 9/10
    Music 10/10
    Polish and Quality 9/10

    I was going to give this game 10/10 but there are minor flaws in the game that hinder the experience, in my opinion, don't get me wrong I enjoyed this game very much but I think it is safer to say that this is a 9/10 it's close to being perfect, but it misses some elements that the previous titles had that made it have a lasting personality.

    At the writing of this review, I thought of this being an 8/10 or even a 7 but I have to consider that this is not its own game with its own personality this is a continuation of the story of 2018 and is frankly a difficult game to rate, so I had to consider the previous title as a base.

    2018 is an 8/10 for me, this game is better in almost all respects so hence a 9/10.
    I highly recommend playing GOW 3, 2018 and then Ragnarok.

    As for when you should buy it, either now or when it goes on a quick sale even if it's $2 or $5 off it's worth it. As for Performance it locked to 1080p 30fps, with no visible drops in fps whatsoever, there are some texture loading problems you'll notice when playing the first hours of the game and some character models pop in before combat but these are quickly solved, I experienced no crashes and only one time where the game needed to load for 2 seconds. Other than that the game is well-optimized.

    I didn't expect Ragnarok with its sheer size to run well on my standard 9+ years old PS4 it really shows how much care was taken by Santa Monica studios and what they can do with 4 years on a decade-old console.

    I hope to see this Level of Quality, Story Telling, Gameplay, Optimization and Care spread to all Developers and Publishers, gaming is only going to get bigger and the GOW Franchise has set another standard for AAA gaming.    … Expand
  26. Prom47
    Apr 12, 2023
    10
    Excellent sequel, i get a lot of fun! High level game design, gameplay and story
  27. NoahsNexus
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    God of War: Ragnarok is an incredible achievement that truly lives up to the hype. This game takes the stunning visuals, epic storyline, and polished gameplay of its predecessor and elevates it to new heights. From the breathtaking vistas of the Nine Realms to the heart-pounding combat against towering beasts and mythological creatures, every moment of God of War: Ragnarok is aGod of War: Ragnarok is an incredible achievement that truly lives up to the hype. This game takes the stunning visuals, epic storyline, and polished gameplay of its predecessor and elevates it to new heights. From the breathtaking vistas of the Nine Realms to the heart-pounding combat against towering beasts and mythological creatures, every moment of God of War: Ragnarok is a masterpiece.

    Kratos returns as the central protagonist, and his journey is as emotional and engaging as ever. The bond he shares with his son Atreus is deepened in this installment, and the themes of family, redemption, and sacrifice are explored in profound ways. The voice acting, motion capture, and sound design are all top-notch, and the characters and their relationships feel more real than ever before.

    The combat system has been refined and expanded, with new weapons, skills, and abilities that make each battle feel fresh and exciting. The boss fights are particularly memorable, with each one offering a unique challenge that tests the player's skills and strategic thinking.

    The game's pacing is spot-on, with a perfect balance of action, exploration, and narrative that keeps the player engaged from start to finish. The side quests and optional content are also well-designed, offering a variety of challenges and rewards that add to the game's overall depth and replayability.

    In short, God of War: Ragnarok is a masterpiece that sets a new standard for action-adventure games. It's a must-play for fans of the series and newcomers alike, and a shining example of what can be achieved when developers put their hearts and souls into a game. 10/10, without a doubt.    … Expand
  28. Psycho__holiday
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Controles pulidos, un cambate frenetico. Variedad de enemigos y jefes. God Of war es una obra maestra que atrapa de cualquiera de sus apartados. simplemnte hermoso.
  29. strangebrew123
    Mar 30, 2023
    8
    Some really good graphics, but the story and acting were average at best, and whilst the gameplay was generally good, it was way too easy on normal in my view! I ended up destroying Odin on the first attempt, and beat all of the berserkers whilst still on level 7....compared to its predecessor, this is a major fail. My main gripe though was the level layout...I found myself getting lostSome really good graphics, but the story and acting were average at best, and whilst the gameplay was generally good, it was way too easy on normal in my view! I ended up destroying Odin on the first attempt, and beat all of the berserkers whilst still on level 7....compared to its predecessor, this is a major fail. My main gripe though was the level layout...I found myself getting lost with no exit several times, in particular in Vanaheim...that just shouldn't happen. Also the ending was meh! It didn't make me want to play it again any time soon, although inevitably I'll pick it up next year and it'll be fun (although next time I'll play on a much harder level).… Expand
  30. Terminator1218
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    It's surprising how good this game looks and runs on ps4 good job santa monica
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  1. GameSpace
    May 5, 2023
    70
    The game experience of God of War: Ragnarök is very uneven. The title features battles where main bosses serve as damage sponges, the plot that whiplashes between soul-searching and brutality, the world that is empty in some corners and over-saturated with puzzles in others. At the same time, it is a huge, well-crafted title with good overall story and character development. The complete absence of bugs and the game’s technical performance is more than impressive.
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  2. Shindig
    Dec 6, 2022
    100
    If Sony decided that this will be the final entry for the PS4 platform, I would be more than fine with this decision. Similar to Avengers: Endgame being the final tip of the hat to the original generation of MCU characters, this is a fitting tribute to one of the greatest PlayStation generations of all time, and a suitable send-off.
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  3. Wccftech
    Nov 5, 2022
    100
    The game runs smoothly, without any noticeable frame drop even on the older console, a clear sign that the optimization process carried out by Santa Monica Studios has been flawless... God of War Ragnarok is exactly what we hoped for, and even more. It offers a masterfully told story using a more mature approach, seasoned with a unique setting, a rich characterization of the characters, and challenges that can keep even hardcore gamers busy at the highest difficulties. In other words, it is a title that is simply just too good to be missed.
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