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  1. Nov 30, 2022
    9
    Супер игра, быть по-другому и не может. Но не близок сеттинг, геймплей супер, а проникнуться до конца не могу из-за сеттинга. Рекомендую конечно
  2. Oct 27, 2020
    10
    Definitely the greatest PlayStation 4 game of all time, and the highlight of the series. God of War delivers a fantastic narrative, deep and satisfying combat, awesome set pieces, a compelling world, gorgeous art direction, and a beautiful soundtrack. It is truly a masterpiece.
  3. Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This is hands down best single player game I have played to date.. Great story, great characters, great combat.
  4. Jan 16, 2019
    8
    Tak dohrano na PS4 Pro. Hra super. Vztah Kratose a jeho syna take. Hratelnost byla fajn jen me dost stvalo ze se muselo vsude behat a ze vetsina cestovnich animaci nebo ukonu trvala neskutecne dlouho. Ze zacatku to nevadi ale v pozdeji casti hry to cloveka akorat nudi. Soubojovy system v pohode ale prijde mi ze v serii Darksiders 1 a 2 to bylo lepsi. Nevim, uz je to chvili co jsem ty hryTak dohrano na PS4 Pro. Hra super. Vztah Kratose a jeho syna take. Hratelnost byla fajn jen me dost stvalo ze se muselo vsude behat a ze vetsina cestovnich animaci nebo ukonu trvala neskutecne dlouho. Ze zacatku to nevadi ale v pozdeji casti hry to cloveka akorat nudi. Soubojovy system v pohode ale prijde mi ze v serii Darksiders 1 a 2 to bylo lepsi. Nevim, uz je to chvili co jsem ty hry hral.

    Prechod do severskeho sveta se neskutecne povedl. Graficky je hra taky pekna. Jen ten konec. Nebo spis nejde ani o to co se tam stalo ale clovek cekal mnohem vic a proste z toho smrdi - To be continued....

    8/10 (mam z toho konce horko v puse :D)

    PS: Vratim se do sveta GoW znovu a budu delat vedlejsi ukoly.
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  5. Jul 11, 2022
    9
    Almost perfect i every way. I liked the most the music, the combat and the voice of the Serpant,it sounds so good when you play on your headphones. The only thing i felt lacking is more boss battles, which i hope will see in Ragnarok.
  6. Jun 30, 2020
    10
    (PT-BR) Game simplesmente épico. Combate unico, gráficos, narrativa, tudo está perfeito nesse jogo.
  7. Feb 18, 2022
    10
    El máximo exponente del videojuego triple a y el juego que arrastra a toda una industria. Sony marca el camino, los demás la siguen.
  8. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Definitely a masterpiece, hours of fun guaranteed, it is a challenge to pass the most difficult mode god or war, I have never played anything like this game, it has everything a masterpiece has, excellent gameplay, excellent soundtrack, excellent story and the transitions between cinematics and the game are very immersive, it certainly enters my top 10 best games I've played in thisDefinitely a masterpiece, hours of fun guaranteed, it is a challenge to pass the most difficult mode god or war, I have never played anything like this game, it has everything a masterpiece has, excellent gameplay, excellent soundtrack, excellent story and the transitions between cinematics and the game are very immersive, it certainly enters my top 10 best games I've played in this generation and at the moment it is number1 Expand
  9. Apr 12, 2022
    10
    oyun süper kesin oynanması gereken bir oyun genel olarak ana hikaye görevlerinden gittim
    ara sahneler sinematikler çok iyi tam tadında zevk aldığım bir oyun oldu.
    PC de oynadım 1.0.10 yamasında
    bu yama ve öncesinde sıkıntı var bilginize
  10. Dec 13, 2019
    10
    I bought God of War on the release date. I started to play an hour before the launch and it kicked my ass, that great it was. It was finished in the next 5 days and it was an incredible adventure. I suppose it is one of the best games in this console generation.
  11. Jun 7, 2018
    9
    A perfect story driven game with excellent combat. This game has everything that makes a game great. A must own for all PlayStation 4 owners. If this was an Xbox game, the Xbox One would out sale the PlayStation 4 over this game alone.
  12. Dec 20, 2018
    9
    El gran juego de PS4 de 2018.

    God of War es un grandisimo juego que todo amante de los videojuegos esperaba con ansias durante estos últimos años, y era de esperar, es una gran saga que tiene un renombre y una de las insignias de PlayStation. En cuanto a gameplay se cambia la formula y pasa de ser un hack and slash a un juego mas pausado, pero sin perder el frenesí en los combates
    El gran juego de PS4 de 2018.

    God of War es un grandisimo juego que todo amante de los videojuegos esperaba con ansias durante estos últimos años, y era de esperar, es una gran saga que tiene un renombre y una de las insignias de PlayStation.

    En cuanto a gameplay se cambia la formula y pasa de ser un hack and slash a un juego mas pausado, pero sin perder el frenesí en los combates tanto de enemigos normales como de los jefes.

    El árbol de habilidades al principio se puede llegar ha hacer algo lioso, pero en cuanto van pasando las horas se va haciendo mas intuitivo, las habilidades se van desbloqueando mediante vamos avanzando en la aventura y tiene una buena variedad y profundidad.

    En el apartado artístico es un juego precioso, con una ambientación perfecta que junto con la banda sonora consigue una muy buena inmersión, el cambio de mitología no lo veo ni un acierto ni un error, es un enfoque diferente para poder explorar nuevos lugares y poder traer nuevas ideas a lo que es esta saga.

    Visualmente es una maravilla, explota al máximo lo que son las prestaciones del hardware de PS4.

    En cuanto a la narrativa el juego cada vez va a mas, una dirección muy buena que hace disfrutar de la historia y hace que quieras seguir jugando para saber que es lo siguiente que va a ocurrir. Una gran obra que si bien no tiene una gran duración y se dejan muchas cosas por ver de esta mitología, sigue siendo un grandioso videojuego.

    En conclusion, un videojuego que todo amante de los videojuegos debería de jugar, una gran obra que merece mucho la pena.
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  13. Apr 18, 2020
    10
    It's unheard of for game's to be THIS good!
    This is seriously like the PINNACLE of game design. The talent on display here is almost unreal.
    Truly one of the finest gaming experience I've ever had. The story is well executed but isn't one of the greatest stories I've seen. When you have a game that has some of the greatest visual presentation I've seen and a cast of characters that are
    It's unheard of for game's to be THIS good!
    This is seriously like the PINNACLE of game design. The talent on display here is almost unreal.
    Truly one of the finest gaming experience I've ever had.
    The story is well executed but isn't one of the greatest stories I've seen. When you have a game that has some of the greatest visual presentation I've seen and a cast of characters that are truly appealing and interesting, combined with an array of abilities to learn that create some of the most satisfying battles ever witnessed, you'll quickly forget that the journey is just a simple one about reaching the peak of a mountain. But hey, what happens inbetween is quite extraordinary. There's this one boss fight in the game that absolutely made me think....there is just no way I am actually playing this, am I? I was in utter disbelief. It's rare that games can make me feel this deeply about the experience I am having.

    Bring on the damn sequel on PS5, already!
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  14. Aug 22, 2020
    10
    Jogo fantástico! Fiquei até as 5:00 da manhã jogando essa obra-prima.
    Gráficos lindos, jogabilidade impecável, cenários grandiosos, exploração, combos, Kratos espancando geral e agora tem até um pet para ajudar nas batalhas. hehe
    Resumindo: FODÁSTICO!
  15. Jul 3, 2018
    9
    The new God of War, nicknamed "Dad of War", game is a great reimagining of the beloved Playstation exclusive series. Forget the Kratos you knew. This is God of War meets The Last of Us and Dark Souls, in an open world RPG environment.

    Kratos is an older, bearded and surprisingly calm character who has moved from ancient Greece to the Nordic lands. Kratos now has a 10-years-old son named
    The new God of War, nicknamed "Dad of War", game is a great reimagining of the beloved Playstation exclusive series. Forget the Kratos you knew. This is God of War meets The Last of Us and Dark Souls, in an open world RPG environment.

    Kratos is an older, bearded and surprisingly calm character who has moved from ancient Greece to the Nordic lands. Kratos now has a 10-years-old son named Atreus, and tries to teach him about survival and how to grow up. Along their journey to honor the last wish of Kratos' wife and Atreus' mother Faye who has passed away, they encounter many different kinds of beings and deities from the Norse mythology. The storyline is great and more human than past games, it will appeal especially to parents. The game's narrative has shifted to a more filmic approach, with the camera being close to Kratos' shoulder (Resident Evil 4-style). The camera is innovative in that it's a single cut for the whole game, there are no black screens between gameplay and real-time cut-scenes.

    Gameplay has changed into a Dark Souls style of open world RPG action game, with a challenging combat. Action mostly takes place on a single large map (Midgard) but there are 5 smaller ones (based on the 9 Realms of Norse mythology) to explore, too. The main story path is a series of linear levels inside an open map, but you can also perform other standard open world side activities (errands, side quests, challenges, etc.) in any order you want. That way you gain XP, materials and money to upgrade your stats, skills and equipment. There is no platforming, but there are some environmental puzzles like in the old games. Combat is very much like Dark Souls, you have a shield on one hand and a melee weapon in the other, plus some magical attacks. Atreus can help Kratos in battle, by distracting enemies and/or slightly damaging them with his arrows.

    Graphics in this game are beautiful, the best on PS4 along with Horizon: Zero Dawn and Uncharted 4: A Thief's End. On PS4 the game runs at 1080p/30 fps, on PS4 Pro you can choose between performance mode (unlocked frame rate 40-50 fps at 1080p) or resolution mode (checkerboard 4K at 30 fps). The soundtrack is also great. Voice acting is stellar.

    This game is great, but isn't perfect. Even though Midgard is a big open map, there are no roaming NPCs at all. Opening chests in this game usually means solving some boring environmental puzzles, and it can get tiresome. Boss fights are very few, you battle one certain enemy 3 or 4 times across the journey, and there are another 2 bosses (a duo and the dragon). Trolls and Ancients are really mini-bosses after you encounter these for the 1st time. The lack of big boss fights leaves you with the sense the game is a prelude to a sequel (especially considering the secret ending). Most enemies are fairly challenging and fun to battle, but there are some unfair encounters where high-level enemies can one-shot you even with the shield up. And because the camera is very close, you will sometimes be hit by your left or right when surrounded by entire mobs and die without seeing it coming. The human-sized enemies are OK to battle, but the larger ones are disappointing. Trolls are repetitive, the stone-made Ancients are horrible (you have to throw the axe to their chests when open). But the Dragon boss fight in particular was a poorly-designed attempt at battling a gigantic foe in a small arena. Nothing will ever top the Kronos battle in God of War 3.

    TLDR: God of War is an open world action RPG game with an actually great story to follow. The main story is 15-20 hours long, and expect to spend even more time than that on side content. It's the ideal mix of linear games and open world games, without too much linearity and with no filler content typical of open world games.

    If you like games such as The Last of Us, Dark Souls and open world RPGs, you 'll like this new version of God of War, but if you can't get past the old games, this may not be for you.
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  16. Nov 17, 2020
    9
    It is a Must-play game for the ones that are lucky to have a Ps4 or in the future a Ps5.
    This new GoW is settle in the nordic pantheon and as the new gods, Kratos presents a new gamplay style (not a hack'n'slash anymore) more focused on the character and his adventure.
  17. Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Gran glameply y narrativa, un mundo "abierto" que no se excede en contenido te da lo suficiente y en gran calidad.
  18. Oct 3, 2021
    10
    After 3 years I replayed this game to 100% and I have to say. This is - like IGNs poll proves - definitely the best game of all time. So hyped to play Ragnarok and until then will check every interview about this masterpiece again and again and again. THANK YOU CORY!
  19. Mar 22, 2022
    10
    probably one of the best games I had ever played. If you own a ps4 or ps5 (PC coming soon I guess) it's well worth playing. new game+ is also awesome because you don't need to backtrack to open doors that were unavailable the first time through during that part of the game.
  20. Dec 12, 2019
    8
    A truly spectacular game that has some of the best combat design I have ever seen. It is also stunning from a visual standpoint. The lack of any visible loading screens is something very unique and we have to give the developers props since they achieved all of it on an HDD.
    Sadly what keeps this game from getting a higher score is that it is very concerned with being cinematic that it
    A truly spectacular game that has some of the best combat design I have ever seen. It is also stunning from a visual standpoint. The lack of any visible loading screens is something very unique and we have to give the developers props since they achieved all of it on an HDD.
    Sadly what keeps this game from getting a higher score is that it is very concerned with being cinematic that it loses replayability since there are so many "non-cutscenes" cutscenes. It also has bad pacing at times. I wish I could give this game an 8,5 instead of an 8 but I can't really give it a 9.
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  21. Dec 18, 2018
    9
    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of
    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of customisation options on offer, alternate bonus realms to complete, and a heap of collectibles that you'll need to find if you want to grab that platinum trophy.

    It's tough as nails at points, endlessly rewarding and thoroughly fun. There are a few weaker moments and occasional filler, but for the most part, God Of War is the latest example of game development done to the highest degree. Essential!
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  22. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    A mi parecer no falla en nada, tiene el mejor sistema de combate que he disfrutado en un juego, la historia es muy entretenida y buena, las misiones secundarias no se sienten como tal, gráficamente es de los juegos más espectaculares, una duración muy buena, ni muy largo para enfadar ni muy corto, el mejor juego de PS4 para mi gusto
  23. Jul 10, 2022
    9
    One of the strongest PlayStation titles in recent years, the visuals are excellent, the art direction is well executed, voice acting is solid, gameplay incredibly satisfying and the story is interesting from start to finish. If you have a PS or a PC you owe it to yourself to try this game out.
  24. Aug 5, 2021
    8
    Solid 8

    One of the best third person gameplays on my opinion . The story and the world can feel a little empty sometimes, that´s the only reason im not giving a 9.
  25. Nov 1, 2021
    9
    God of War triology has always been a fun game, but it did not have much depth in history. This game is incredible, they just improved the old trilogy and give a new face to the saga and re-created a new style, worthy of our ghost of sparta.
    God of War is a milestone in the Playstation 4 generation and I bet it will be one of the big contenders for the 2018 Video Game Awards.
  26. Mar 17, 2022
    10
    It might be a bit disappointing to some that this new GOW is nothing like the original trilogy, but on the other hand it probably might just be the best game on the PS4. It was bold from Santa Monica to abandon a winning formula and rebuild everything from the ground up. This makes it even more remarkable what they were able to achieve here, as abandoning a fan favorite winning formula isIt might be a bit disappointing to some that this new GOW is nothing like the original trilogy, but on the other hand it probably might just be the best game on the PS4. It was bold from Santa Monica to abandon a winning formula and rebuild everything from the ground up. This makes it even more remarkable what they were able to achieve here, as abandoning a fan favorite winning formula is often a recipe for disaster. They somehow managed to get so so many things just right. This time around GOW is more mature and for me personally managed to struck all the right chords. It is enjoyable to accompany an older more mature Kratos, who has grown somewhat tired of all the fighting and blood shed. Loved every step of the way on my journey to platinum. Stunning graphics, a grand adventure in an epic world and the pinnacle would be the deep and satisfying combat system. If I could recommend only one PS4 game, this would be it. Santa Monica you did an excellent job here, will be waiting for you to open up the next realms. Expand
  27. May 28, 2018
    8
    One of the best exclusives for PS4, perhaps the best game of this year for PS4. Change of a setting with Scandinavian has obviously refreshed a series. Now God of War besides an action had had also excellent plot and history. The history of the father and son which is obviously spotted works for The Last of Us perfectly, but obviously falls short of creations of Naughty Dog. God of WarOne of the best exclusives for PS4, perhaps the best game of this year for PS4. Change of a setting with Scandinavian has obviously refreshed a series. Now God of War besides an action had had also excellent plot and history. The history of the father and son which is obviously spotted works for The Last of Us perfectly, but obviously falls short of creations of Naughty Dog. God of War 2018 only is obvious has begun a modern history, there isn't enough content, the majority is left on the sequel. This greatest disappointment. The ending in general has disappointed, and the hidden ending only causes irritation. There is after that a feeling that you have bought not a game, but some prologue... Expand
  28. Apr 11, 2020
    10
    The very best of games over the last 45 years. Up there with the greatest games of all time and the best game currently available on PS4. It's a true masterpiece.
  29. Jan 7, 2023
    8
    Update 2023

    I love the god of war games the story at fun combat . And replaying the game in 2022 on my RTX 3070 TI PC on ultrawide was a lot of fun. So thank you God of war 5. I did ended like the combat and world than in my first played . I did wish there was a a field of view setting. So you can adjust st your vision. Kratos was what I still love after God of war 3 . Atreus is fine
    Update 2023

    I love the god of war games the story at fun combat . And replaying the game in 2022 on my RTX 3070 TI PC on ultrawide was a lot of fun. So thank you God of war 5. I did ended like the combat and world than in my first played . I did wish there was a a field of view setting. So you can adjust st your vision. Kratos was what I still love after God of war 3 . Atreus is fine yes the part of being god and he is almighty came out pretty quick. But come on you telling me a 10 year old kid wouldn't be like that ?
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  30. Jun 9, 2022
    8
    Uno de los mejores juegos de PS4 hablando gráficamente, un gameplay que se ha innovado para entrar en una nueva Trilogía pero respetando sus origines y mientras avanzas en el juego regresando a lo que todo amamos de God of War, la historia una de las mejores de la Saga, que te mantiene al pendiente de todos los detalles desde el principio hasta el fin del juego, y dejando la sensaciónUno de los mejores juegos de PS4 hablando gráficamente, un gameplay que se ha innovado para entrar en una nueva Trilogía pero respetando sus origines y mientras avanzas en el juego regresando a lo que todo amamos de God of War, la historia una de las mejores de la Saga, que te mantiene al pendiente de todos los detalles desde el principio hasta el fin del juego, y dejando la sensación saber que va a pasar con el futuro juego. Expand
  31. Mar 19, 2020
    10
    Jogo simplesmente magnífico. Sem dúvida está no ranking dos melhores jogos que já joguei até hoje.
  32. Dec 19, 2019
    9
    This is with any doubt one of the best games in this generation, and one if not the best in the PS4 exclusive lists. My only problem with it is that i'd love having more epic boss battles like the prior ones. But despite that, Cory Barlog, you are a God
  33. Jun 5, 2018
    9
    God of War is definitely one of the rare beacons of light in the war against single player, narrative-driven games. This game is one hell of an experience and definitely one of the better games on the PS4 console.

    The game is very similar to The Last of Us due to the adult-child companion journey and the more I played it, the more the comparisons kept coming back. Kratos and his son,
    God of War is definitely one of the rare beacons of light in the war against single player, narrative-driven games. This game is one hell of an experience and definitely one of the better games on the PS4 console.

    The game is very similar to The Last of Us due to the adult-child companion journey and the more I played it, the more the comparisons kept coming back. Kratos and his son, Atreus go through an incredibly similar journey to that of Joel & Ellie as most of the narrative focuses on their personality and character building. Though, the backstory of Kratos & Atreus is not as strong as that of Joel & Ellie's and so the relationship dynamic is not as interesting.

    This is a nice journey to experience and watching the characters evolve can be rewarding and fun to experience and go through, and while I cannot figure out whether or not to classify this as a semi-rpg type game, it is extremely linear with repetitive sections and puzzles. Yes, there are moments where you are free to explore, but the areas you can explore all look the same and involve the same mechanics as every other part of the game.

    Now without sounding like a complete downer on this game, I thoroughly enjoyed this story, the combat mechanics, combos, and fights are all incredibly fun to take part in, and some of the side quests were enjoyable and rewarding, but above all else, this game got the most points from me for the absolutely stunning visuals and attention to detail by the artists. Alongside this, I have to mention that the Valkyrie battles were some of the most challenging, tough, and rewarding boss battles I have seen in a game in this generation, outside of Dark Souls.

    + Excellent visuals
    + Excellent world-building
    + Good story
    + Great adventure
    + Fun gameplay
    + Loads of activities and side quests (favours)
    + Fun & challenging boss battles (especially valkyries)

    - Linear gameplay
    - Repetitive combat, exploration areas, enemy encounters, and puzzle mechanics
    - No real variety of weapons
    - Not as memorable as older God of War games

    Overall, this was an enjoyable game, and is something that Sony can be happy about having as an exclusive for their console, and while this game was something incredible to experience, in the larger scale of all the God of War games, this might be the weakest of the four. This is an 85/8.5 for me.
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  34. Dec 12, 2022
    9
    A new beginning for the series with drastical changes made to the gameplay and direction of the game. But BOY the changes feel awesome. The combat, the graphics and the soundtrack together with the exploration and the gameplay itself just makes up for some lacking and repetitive bossfights. That's the only negative aspect for me .. except from that this game is one of the best of this generation.
  35. Apr 3, 2020
    10
    Un 9,5 le daria, un juego extraordinario, excelente historia. Un excelente reboot.
  36. Dec 19, 2020
    10
    I adore this game. One of the top games in the world alongside Witcher 3!!!
  37. Nov 20, 2022
    9
    God of War is the top notch game from Sony. Straightforward gameplay with linear story, plenty of side quests and things to do in a semi open world. Beautiful story, characters and graphics.
  38. Jun 20, 2018
    9
    Um grande jogo com uma ótima jogabilidade e com uma ótima história. Algumas coisas precisam ser melhoradas e acredito que no próximo isso acontecerá.
  39. Jan 14, 2023
    10
    Obra maestra, sin peros. El regreso de una franquicia legendaria con una jugabilidad y narrativa simplemente inmejorables
  40. Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Nice game,start playing god of war since i was small on ps2。I love greece mythology so much that‘s why i love god of war。Even this time it’s talking about Norse mythology story but i will still give it 10/10 beacuse the gameplay and story is a masterpiece
  41. Feb 7, 2019
    9
    One of the best games I've played on PS4. Engaging story about relationship between father and son, that basically most of us can relate to. Even though this game is so much different from the other ones in the series, developers was able to create something that still has the spirit of God of War games. Stunning graphics and intuitive gameplay just makes this experience even better.

    -
    One of the best games I've played on PS4. Engaging story about relationship between father and son, that basically most of us can relate to. Even though this game is so much different from the other ones in the series, developers was able to create something that still has the spirit of God of War games. Stunning graphics and intuitive gameplay just makes this experience even better.

    - The only flaw which holds me back from giving this game a 10/10 is a small variety of enemies and only 1 finish animation for each of them. As it sounds like a small detail, in reality it makes fights more repetitive and boring.
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  42. Oct 13, 2018
    10
    Combat is meaty and satisfying, animation, graphics and art style are nothing short of perfect, and the story being told is absorbing, bolstered heavily by some amazing performances. There is too much good here to outweigh what little bad there is. P4P one of the best games I've played period.
  43. Nov 28, 2020
    8
    В игре очень интересный сюжет, взаимодействия между персонажами, ну и очень приятная глазу графика. Жаль, что к середине игры ты уже встречаешь всех противников, с которыми ты можешь сразиться, развиваешь боевую систему до предела и понимаешь, что в плане геймплея игре тебе больше предложить нечего.В игре очень интересный сюжет, взаимодействия между персонажами, ну и очень приятная глазу графика. Жаль, что к середине игры ты уже встречаешь всех противников, с которыми ты можешь сразиться, развиваешь боевую систему до предела и понимаешь, что в плане геймплея игре тебе больше предложить нечего.
  44. Jan 5, 2019
    9
    the story is cool but its not like the story is only cool in this one like the game journalists that haven't played the previous ones say. the gameplay is different from the previous ones, being more like dark souls except the camera placement is terrible.
  45. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Gran juego, buen sistema de combate, excelentes gráficos, buena historia y un sorprendente plano secuencia de principio a fin.
  46. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Best game of the generation! Santa Monica Studios did such an amazing work with this franchise, it’s hard to believe how much better this new title is compared to its previous ones.

    Hands down my favourite game of all time!
  47. Jan 30, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este es una joya, para mi Cory Barlog regreso a la vieja gloria esta gran saga, este juego se levanto como el ave fenix y regreso a lo grande, a un que tenga algunos combate de otros juegos lo pule y realmente en historia, gameplay, gráfico y todo los ingredientes que hace que el videojuego sea arte Expand
  48. Jul 23, 2023
    9
    Great experience.

    9/10 gameplay
    10/10 graphics
    9/10 story
    10/10 environments
  49. Oct 22, 2019
    10
    There is a reason why it won Game of the year. A must play. From graphics to gameplay it doesn't get much better. This a a masterpiece in everyway. Congrats to Santa Monica. The goat!
  50. Nov 16, 2020
    9
    A beautiful world and driving story with top notch gameplay make this larger than life myth come to life. I prefer the artistic style and themes of Naughty Dog, or Rockstar more, but I will definitely play this one again when remastered someday. A must play.
  51. Jun 7, 2018
    8
    God of War? More like God of Awesome. This is by far the best one, but I am biased as I didn't really like the others. Brutal, great combat, good story, awesome graphics.
  52. Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Absolute class triple A game from start to finish. Amazing characters and amazing story telling.
  53. Dec 18, 2018
    9
    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros: - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories - The father/son aspects were well done - Combat in general made it fun to play - Graphics were outstanding - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great
    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros:
    - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories
    - The father/son aspects were well done
    - Combat in general made it fun to play
    - Graphics were outstanding
    - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great convenience for the player

    Cons:
    - My biggest gripe is normal was too easy but hard had no trophy so I stuck with normal. Beating hard is an achievement - reward it!
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  54. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    As a father of five Kids who has been gaming since Atari 2600 I have played a lot of games. Too many some would say. The experience of gaming is enhanced when you are immersed in an amazing story with amazing graphics and most importantly it plays smoothly. This may be the first game where I truly understood and felt emotionally attached to the characters. I could feel the emotion inAs a father of five Kids who has been gaming since Atari 2600 I have played a lot of games. Too many some would say. The experience of gaming is enhanced when you are immersed in an amazing story with amazing graphics and most importantly it plays smoothly. This may be the first game where I truly understood and felt emotionally attached to the characters. I could feel the emotion in their decisions. This game is the best I have ever played not because the graphics are incredible or because I like PS4 in fact I rarely play games with a console. The STORY. This is better than any movie and game previous. It is so good like a good book the ending makes you feel sad BECAUSE it ended. This is what gaming in this ERA should all strive to be the pinnacle of success is this game. I doubt I will ever play a game that is better overall with story and all the rest combined. Many will try and many will fail. I salute those who made this game and give it the highest recommendation you can give and not one troll was on this game the entire time I played it so that is a bonus bonus! Expand
  55. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Well, there is not much to say about this masterpiece, the best exclusive on PS4 so far... They pushed the graphics to the maximum capacity of PS4´s hardware, made it pure Singleplayer, no annoying dlcs or lootboxes, no multiplayer, this game was made with passion and for good gaming experience, not for money on first place... There was everything said about this GAME with big G, so I canWell, there is not much to say about this masterpiece, the best exclusive on PS4 so far... They pushed the graphics to the maximum capacity of PS4´s hardware, made it pure Singleplayer, no annoying dlcs or lootboxes, no multiplayer, this game was made with passion and for good gaming experience, not for money on first place... There was everything said about this GAME with big G, so I can only give this game 10/10, cause this game forced me to make platinum trophy, that's how good it is :)) Expand
  56. Jan 27, 2022
    10
    Yes, it's all that a game needs to be one of the best of all time. A very good story, strongly developed characters, absolutely fantastic gameplay, natural progression in the game, interesting sidequests, and a good setting. It's honestly one of the best games I have ever played.

    One thing that had me "avoiding to play" the final missions is that the game starts to force fights in order
    Yes, it's all that a game needs to be one of the best of all time. A very good story, strongly developed characters, absolutely fantastic gameplay, natural progression in the game, interesting sidequests, and a good setting. It's honestly one of the best games I have ever played.

    One thing that had me "avoiding to play" the final missions is that the game starts to force fights in order to expand playtime, and you can't interact with anything while a fight is going on, so you can't really run and pretend Draugr don't exist. It's a minor thing and happens like in the last 2-3 hours of the game. There's still plenty for you all to enjoy.
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  57. Jun 8, 2018
    10
    My advice to you comes in 3 words - Buy. This. Game.

    Masterfully, Santa Monica has accomplished what most game companies can only dream of setting out to accomplish – Perfection. They’ve reinvented their signature combat heavy franchise by enhancing it with a significantly more mature approach - AND they’ve done this whilst retaining the same brutality we all know and love from their
    My advice to you comes in 3 words - Buy. This. Game.

    Masterfully, Santa Monica has accomplished what most game companies can only dream of setting out to accomplish – Perfection.
    They’ve reinvented their signature combat heavy franchise by enhancing it with a significantly more mature approach - AND they’ve done this whilst retaining the same brutality we all know and love from their original titles in the franchise!
    The combat has also evolved to a legendary new standard of gruesome and satisfying monster-slaying gameplay. And of course the graphics are truly awe-inspiring.

    You’ll be amazed by the attention to detail in almost everything in this new world take on Norse Mythology. I promise you, it’s nothing short of amazing to see THIS game company outdo themselves with such glorious finesse.

    As for those who have a problem with the new and improved God of War– my message to you is simple - Use your hard-earned money on some other souls like equivalent of your preference…or sign up for PS plus if you’re not willing to say goodbye to the old school games.

    This is not the game for you.

    But if you’re anything like me, you’ve been nothing short of ecstatic since that incredible E3 trailer, so let me tell you without a shred of **** It’s a thing of absolute beauty.

    God of War has returned as an insanely detailed cinematic experience. You’d have to be completely senseless to deny it.

    THIS is how single player games should be made, THIS is what a total Masterpiece looks like.
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  58. Oct 3, 2020
    8
    God of War succeeds in being simultaneously an epic adventure and a very personal tale. Or at least, it does most of the time. The main story is great, and it helps me see why the game was praised so much. In God of War, the combat is solid, the lore is rich and deep, but most importantly, the story is excellent. It feels very intimate and human in a game where you've got gods runningGod of War succeeds in being simultaneously an epic adventure and a very personal tale. Or at least, it does most of the time. The main story is great, and it helps me see why the game was praised so much. In God of War, the combat is solid, the lore is rich and deep, but most importantly, the story is excellent. It feels very intimate and human in a game where you've got gods running amok, dragons to see and a whole host of enemies that need killing. It really is a special journey, and one I loved experiencing. Kratos is an excellent character in God of War, And one who just wants to see his son be better than himself, and to avoid repeating the same mistakes he made. Watching Kratos' relationship with his son, Atreus, develop through the game was really engaging. There's just one part of Atreus' character arc that I thought was rushed over a bit too quickly, that being his more aggressive and defiant streak around the middle of the game, but it's possible that there's more to it that might be explored in the sequel.

    Where God of War lost me a bit was in some of its side content, which felt to me like unnecessary padding. In a game with such a strong linear narrative, I don't see the need for some of the additional content, especially when some of it is quite grindy. Although the combat is cathartic and satisfying, it alone isn't what made me want to play God of War, so after I finished the main story I was done with the game. Others who were hooked by the gameplay may enjoy fighting all of the Valkyries and grinding through the realms of Muspelheim and Niflheim for armour and upgrades, but personally I had no motivation to do so. For me, these parts of the game clashed with its identity as a cinematic story-driven experience.

    I wasn't totally sold on the RPG elements either, as they're another thing that just distracts you from what makes the game so good. They're not overly intrusive, but the loot system feels somewhat unnecessary. That said, you can get through the game easily without worrying about your stats and build too much, so it's no big deal.

    Still, this is a great game. It certainly looks amazing and utilises a one shot camera technique which blends cutscenes with gameplay to great effect. The character models are superb, and the voice actors do an excellent job too. The side characters are also well done - Brok and Sindri are loveable, funny brothers, and Mimir is an insightful and witty companion.

    Overall I enjoyed my time with God of War. Kratos' journey with his son was one I thoroughly enjoyed playing through, and as a newcomer to the series I never felt lost. The combat is fun thanks to the weight of the Leviathan Axe and the brutality of it all, and the game surprises you time and time again with more epic moments. The excellent mythos, gorgeous realms, and visceral combat all sell the grand scale of this adventure, and the writing, dialogue and performances make the journey truly special. God of War ends in an emotional and beautiful way, setting up a sequel that I'm looking forward to.
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  59. Oct 25, 2020
    9
    As someone who has never played a God of War game before, i loved it. The story and characters are very well put together and the acting is insanely good. The world is beautiful and the combat is a little lacking in its repetitiveness, but the game is still an amazing experience. 90/100
  60. Oct 11, 2019
    10
    An epic sequel/reboot that ranks up with "The Last of Us" as one of Sony's best video games. While it's technically "God of War 4", this is also a complete rehaul for the series. It's an open-world RPG action-adventure that can last over 50 hours. Gameplay is a cross between "The Witcher" and "Dark Souls". The graphics are truly astounding. In fact, GOW is the best looking video game I'veAn epic sequel/reboot that ranks up with "The Last of Us" as one of Sony's best video games. While it's technically "God of War 4", this is also a complete rehaul for the series. It's an open-world RPG action-adventure that can last over 50 hours. Gameplay is a cross between "The Witcher" and "Dark Souls". The graphics are truly astounding. In fact, GOW is the best looking video game I've ever seen. Story wise, this stands out as the most mature and compelling entry. Overall, the game is an instant classic and a stone cold masterpiece. Action fans will be enthralled. I would rate this with a 10 out of 10. Expand
  61. Feb 15, 2021
    10
    I was sceptic with hipster Kratos at first look, it's nothing like the rest of the series, but when I started playing I realized that change is not always bad. They managed to create a masterpiece one more time.
    Just when I finished the game and earned platinum trophy I realized it has Hungarian subtitles so I could start a new game+ on my native language, huge respect to Sony and Santa
    I was sceptic with hipster Kratos at first look, it's nothing like the rest of the series, but when I started playing I realized that change is not always bad. They managed to create a masterpiece one more time.
    Just when I finished the game and earned platinum trophy I realized it has Hungarian subtitles so I could start a new game+ on my native language, huge respect to Sony and Santa Monica studio for it!!
    If you own a PS4 and haven't played this game, you did nothing this generation.
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  62. May 31, 2023
    9
    Immersive story fused with an incredibly well designed combat system, creating a mature yet heartful experience.
  63. Sep 18, 2019
    10
    Absolute Masterpiece!!! Everything about the game is amazing. Only complaint is lack of unique bosses.
  64. Jul 4, 2018
    10
    God of war 2018 is in every sense of the word a modern gaming masterpiece. Amazing characters, Amazing Story, Amazing combat, Amazing setting, just everything about this game is Outstanding. Of course, like every game there are flaws, but in God of War there are very very little, and all the incredible aspects in God Of War heavily overpower the small flaws, and makes you barely rememberGod of war 2018 is in every sense of the word a modern gaming masterpiece. Amazing characters, Amazing Story, Amazing combat, Amazing setting, just everything about this game is Outstanding. Of course, like every game there are flaws, but in God of War there are very very little, and all the incredible aspects in God Of War heavily overpower the small flaws, and makes you barely remember them once finishing the game. A must buy, a must play, a must experience. Expand
  65. Aug 26, 2019
    10
    One of the best game ever
    One of the best charecter ever This game is a masterpiece
  66. Oct 18, 2018
    10
    El increíble regreso del Fantasma de Esparta, tiene una jugabilidad totalmente nueva y fresca, lo que le da un aire increíble al juego con respecto a las otras entregas. Recomiendo totalmente la compra.
  67. May 17, 2020
    8
    What I first noticed about this one it looked very pretty and well voice acted. The second thing I noticed was the dialogue to point it got silly, BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Not one for the hack and slash fighting games anymore. Trying to remember all those moves OMG brain overload these days. I still did enjoy the visual spectacle of the combat if I
    What I first noticed about this one it looked very pretty and well voice acted. The second thing I noticed was the dialogue to point it got silly, BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Not one for the hack and slash fighting games anymore. Trying to remember all those moves OMG brain overload these days. I still did enjoy the visual spectacle of the combat if I wasn't that really good at it. The game has a really cinematic feel to it all with no loading screens. Even though after a while it easy to spot the loading in the background areas. At a point the game started to drag and the filler and padding, became more noticble.

    Main story missions I got to feel like a powerful God. However WTF is with the over the top free roam difficulty scaling with do or die battles? When a single trash mob enemy is way more stronger and damaging than say a story monster boss or a story god boss? Then that makes no f-ing sense and is very immersion breaking to say the least this being the GOD OF WAR.

    Personally I would of liked a smaller game with less bloat. With consistent enemy scaling between story and free roam modes. The more I played the less I liked. Started at a 10/10 and dropped down to a 8/10 by end game.
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  68. Dec 7, 2020
    10
    Wow. What can I say about GOW? It's so perfect that I cannot nitpick anything wrong with it.
  69. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    They aren't kidding when they say the God of War has changed. Where the series used to be a sort of DMC-lite, known for boss fights and stunning brutality, the 2018 game still has these strengths while being way more fleshed out and a more well rounded experience.

    The majority of the gameplay consists of exploration, combat, and puzzle solving, and each of these elements is very well
    They aren't kidding when they say the God of War has changed. Where the series used to be a sort of DMC-lite, known for boss fights and stunning brutality, the 2018 game still has these strengths while being way more fleshed out and a more well rounded experience.

    The majority of the gameplay consists of exploration, combat, and puzzle solving, and each of these elements is very well done. There are interesting puzzles that make use of a variety of mechanics, though many of them are needed only for optional content. The level design is excellent, with beautiful and interesting environments with clever concepts, and the way the world interconnects is reminiscent of the original Dark Souls. Careful exploration and paying attention to your environment is rewarded with a variety of things to find throughout the world. The combat has also borrowed from Dark Souls, now being a kind of hybrid between it and DMC. There are still a variety of combos and attacks at your disposal, but with the addition of axe throwing, a dodge roll, the block/parry system, and the need to watch enemy animations to predict their moves, you end up with the best of both worlds, and at times the sheer number of tactics you have available to you can be overwhelming. Enemy variety is a little underwhelming, the camera can be frustrating, and on the higher difficulties the enemies can be too spongy to feel realistic, but overall combat is excellent. The addition of these elements between the cinematic moments and boss fights make the truly epic moments all the more memorable and awesome. A good bit of the side content is found along the way of the main story, but I would estimate that the main storyline is about 20-25 hours long, and a 100% playthrough with full exploration takes roughly 50-60 hours, depending on your difficulty selection. The game does have post game content.

    Surprisingly, the story in God of War is actually really well done, simple but well executed. The narrative revolves around the relationship between Kratos and his son, Atreus, and there are some really touching moments throughout the game as their relationship evolves and both characters grow. The story isn't laden down with unnecessary padding, and is very well handled.

    The gameplay and narrative are what makes God of War great, but the technical aspects are where it innovates and what pushes it beyond the average Action RPG. Once the game opens, there are NO loading screens, and the camera cuts away only when you pause to open the menu. Cutscenes, cinematics, and gameplay are all seamlessly woven into one, making the game uniquely full of substance while feeling cinematic, as though you were playing a superhero movie. Graphics and sound design are similarly top of the line, especially on the PS4 Pro, but by no means is a Pro necessary to have the game run well and look beautiful.

    Flaws in the game past those noted in the combat section include a strange choice of final boss that many (including myself) thought underwhelming, a somewhat counter-intuitive and cluttered menu screen, and RPG mechanics that seem tacked-on and not as well polished as the rest of the game. I'd say most would agree that the game would have been better off without the RPG mechanics and a ton of different items, with exploration that rewarded upgrades directly. Also, due to the unification of narrative and gameplay as one whole, replay value is somewhat limited, but the game was long enough that I'd call that a minor concern.

    Though the game has flaws like any other, these flaws are absolutely overwhelmed by the quality and polish of the entirety of the rest of the game. God of War 2018 is a rare modern masterpiece, a true 10/10. Dark Souls may have been unseated as my favorite game of all time.
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  70. Feb 16, 2020
    10
    God of War is truly one of this generation’s best games of all time. So much thought, attention to detail, and passion went into this game from the visuals, music, gameplay, story and so much more making it one of the most amazing experiences ever.

    It goes without saying that the visuals are absolutely stunning, and the music is epic, but what I loved most is the story and gameplay.
    God of War is truly one of this generation’s best games of all time. So much thought, attention to detail, and passion went into this game from the visuals, music, gameplay, story and so much more making it one of the most amazing experiences ever.

    It goes without saying that the visuals are absolutely stunning, and the music is epic, but what I loved most is the story and gameplay. The story just compels you to keep going and delve deeper into this Norse realm that Kratos finds himself in, and the title is just steeped in Norse mythology. The dynamics between Kratos and the other characters is just so much fun to watch especially watching the relationship between Kratos and Atreus unfold: I’ve never felt so connected and invested into characters as much as these two except for maybe Ellie and Joel in The Last of Us . Where the game truly shines, however, is the gameplay. As you explore the world of Midgard, you’ll often find yourself locked in battle with multiple foes. Just like the older titles in the series, you’ll utilize combos, runic attacks, and Atreus to brutally dispatch your enemies, and it feels so good.

    While the crafting system is good and offers a sense of character progression, there is just one minor flaw with it. You can collect crating materials to make and upgrade armor and weapons, but the problem is how inconsistent finding materials needed to craft items feel. There might be this piece of armor that you want to craft or upgrade, but the materials needed to craft it will come much later in the game, and you’ll have crafted something far better by the time you get that material. It feels off and messes with the progression a little bit, but nothing that affects the rest of the game.

    God of War is, simply put, a masterpiece of this generation, and one of the best games of all time. It really set the bar incredibly high for single-player experiences, so game developers will have some big shoes to fill and will be incredibly hard to match. I will be thinking about this game for a long time to come, and I honestly can’t wait to come back to Kratos, Atreus, and the world of Midgard in the inevitable sequel.
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  71. Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Incredible game with amazing character development
    Do yourself a favor, stop whatever it is you are doing and play this game. Now.
  72. May 31, 2020
    10
    Wonderful piece of art. Naturally brought me to tears when i realized how much love and effort bring Santa Monica studio in development. Truly one of the best games of this generation, and the real masterpiece.
  73. Sep 11, 2023
    9
    Que gran juego, que gráficos, que historia, que nostalgia de cuando jugué aquellos en ps2 y en ps3, me gusto el cambio que se le dio al estilo de juego, aunque extraño un poco ese frenesí de los clásicos, pero en general que gran juego.
  74. Jun 17, 2018
    9
    Great Story, Fun combat and terrific characters but the mini bosses are overused.
  75. Oct 24, 2019
    9
    God of War is a game that come once in decade, one of the best games I have ever played and could be the best of this generation, I recommend it to everyone.
  76. Mar 17, 2023
    10
    I loved this game and there is no grind to move forward in the story. It has more of a relaxed progression that doesn't force you to follow the story nor does it force you to grind for hours to move forward. There is no real level scaling to obstruct your progress however, the biggest negative that took the fun out the game was the many hours spent trying to kill the Valkyries which areI loved this game and there is no grind to move forward in the story. It has more of a relaxed progression that doesn't force you to follow the story nor does it force you to grind for hours to move forward. There is no real level scaling to obstruct your progress however, the biggest negative that took the fun out the game was the many hours spent trying to kill the Valkyries which are scaled to your level of armor so they will always be higher faster and better no matter what armor you are wearing or level you are at. This becomes very tedious as you can spend hours trying to kill one. For Trophy hunters id say think twice because you need to kill the Valkyries to get the Platinum. Some people find them easy but this also depends on your play style, but I personally gave up on the 3rd Valkyrie as it became too tedious for me too complete. Expand
  77. Dec 1, 2022
    9
    This is just as amazing as its predecessor, good quality animations, great character development, flawless and intense combat system, incredible graphics, a really good amount of bosses and side quests, many more locations and character. the only thing I didn't like was the final boss, It was way too easy. But this is a masterpiece, no doubt
  78. Feb 11, 2021
    8
    Don't get me wrong, but I prefer the old and insane Kratos. In addition, the former soundtrack is much better. Even though, this game is very good.
  79. Jul 3, 2018
    10
    All around best game in the past year I cannot think of anything to say bad about it stunning visuals outstanding story and amazing gameplay I would have to say god of war definitely deserves to be a candidate for GOTY
  80. Jun 13, 2018
    10
    Straight masterpiece and must play game for everyone. It's been some time when I was so interested and invested into the game's world. Buy it, play it, you won't be disappointed.
  81. Mar 30, 2020
    9
    Very good game. Story was great and the voice acting was top notch. Can’t wait for the sequel
  82. Oct 22, 2020
    10
    Nunca compartí el escepticismo de esta mezquina comunidad, al contemplar por primera vez aquella presentación donde podíamos ver a un ajado Kratos en compañía de su hijo, Atreus. Algunos ya lo tildaron de clon de The Last of Us (del cual toma inspiración), de Dark Souls, incluso de Uncharted (uno no se cansa de sorprenderse con esta sana comunidad). Me gusta ver a creativos salir de suNunca compartí el escepticismo de esta mezquina comunidad, al contemplar por primera vez aquella presentación donde podíamos ver a un ajado Kratos en compañía de su hijo, Atreus. Algunos ya lo tildaron de clon de The Last of Us (del cual toma inspiración), de Dark Souls, incluso de Uncharted (uno no se cansa de sorprenderse con esta sana comunidad). Me gusta ver a creativos salir de su zona de comfort, darme algo nuevo, fresco, que me impresiones. De Cory Barlog y su equipo esparaba algo bueno, muy bueno, pero acabé el juego bastante impresionado.

    Atrás quedaron esos días, donde veíamos al espartano asestando tajos con sus dos espadas. Un punto contencioso, que yo agradezco, y más con semejante despliegue con el hacha, y esta vez no andamos solos. Otro prejuicio derruido para los más cínicos, no puedo contar las veces que el audaz Atreus me ha dado la vida en mitad de la batalla, no me caben en las manos.

    Me ha encantado recorrer Midgar. Descubrir secretos, ir en barca, deleitarme con esas historias salidas de una sabia cabeza. No estaba ducho en dicha mitología, carencia que supliré enseguida.

    Pero si algo me quedo con este primer capítulo por tierras nórdicas, es el saber que atrás quedaron también los días de ese estereotipo plano, aburrido y predecible para nuestro espartano. Ya puedo ver a un semi-dios, en el cual percibo también humanidad, me da motivos para preocuparme por él, por sus allegados. Percibo dolor, resentimiento, arrepentimiento, tormento por un pasado que hay que dejar marchar, dejando sus cenizas en la cumbre más alta.

    Por ponerle algún pero a esta obra maestra, creo que algún jefe diferente nuevo hubiera estado bien. Se nota que gran parte del desarrollo fue encaminado a establecer los sólidos cimientos de lo que intuyo será otra trilogía. También creo que hay ciertos eventos en la historia que no tienen respuesta aquí (intuyo que en un futuro la tendrán). Nada demasiado grave, que tiene además toda la pinta que será subsanado en la secuela, la cual espero con ansias
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  83. Feb 1, 2020
    9
    I initially shyed away from God of War (2018) because of the RPG mechanics. I was afraid it would do the modern gaming thing of "my [number] is too low, therefore I cannot possibly beat [enemy with higher number]"

    And I was right. It felt ridiculous that the ubermensch Kratos could be **** slapped by an elf with an exceptionally high [number], when that goes completely against is old
    I initially shyed away from God of War (2018) because of the RPG mechanics. I was afraid it would do the modern gaming thing of "my [number] is too low, therefore I cannot possibly beat [enemy with higher number]"

    And I was right. It felt ridiculous that the ubermensch Kratos could be **** slapped by an elf with an exceptionally high [number], when that goes completely against is old gameplay. It also makes all equipment decisions boil down to which has the higher [number].

    But the reframing the moment to moment combat experience to that of strategy over brute force, you find that Kratos can actually beat monsters with [higher numbers].
    Which feel great to do, and ties well in with the lessons Kratos is giving to Arteus.

    So once that mental roadblock was hurtled the game is a wonderful romp through the lower parts of Norse mythology. I'm hopeful for the sequel that was teased.
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  84. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of those games that really deserves the high scores its received. Even joyed the game from start to finish, and it just shows that games don't need massive open worlds to be successful. Bigger isn't always better.
  85. Oct 4, 2019
    9
    The final nail in the coffin for anyone attempting to justify ownership of an Xbox over a PlayStation I'm afraid.

    Who would've thought a character as thoroughly despicable and monstrous as Kratos; the aptly named Ghost of Sparta, could receive such a prolific redemption in the form of one of the best games to be released in the past decade. With a story so gripping, gameplay so
    The final nail in the coffin for anyone attempting to justify ownership of an Xbox over a PlayStation I'm afraid.

    Who would've thought a character as thoroughly despicable and monstrous as Kratos; the aptly named Ghost of Sparta, could receive such a prolific redemption in the form of one of the best games to be released in the past decade. With a story so gripping, gameplay so innovative and brutal, graphics so dazzling it blurs the line between reality and game how could you not want to give the big guy one more chance.

    The one issue I have with this otherwise astonishingly excellent game is that of the 'Give me God of War' difficulty setting. Naturally being the hardest difficulty it is just that; hard. The problem lies with why its hard, which is a result of enemies that absorb damage like a sponge absorbs water and hit you with sucker-punch one hit KO moves that make Kratos look like a newborn, given the name of the difficulty it comes off as fairly ironic in that respect. However in light of the game's achievements this can be overlooked.

    This game marks a bold leap forward for not only Kratos himself as well as the franchise, but for the future of the industry too.
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  86. Sep 23, 2019
    8
    The game is pretty slow at the beginning, doesn't feel like a GOW at all, but one you get the Chaos Swords the game is more dynamic and fun (at least in my case)
    The constant Atreus commentaries and Kratos responses are very annoying, but not annoying enough to ruin the game.
    Overall it's a good game, not as a real GOW, but a good game
  87. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A great father and son travel, challenging emotive, stunnig graphics and a new combat system. Masterpiece
  88. Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This new God of war game feels like a new game on the franchise , the way they changed the real nórdic story for this game ,Its genius .
    The way they put atreus in the game is perfect , from story to emotial impact in the player its in another level. After completing the game cant stop watching videos about the nórdic story and what couls vê the future, Also the ensino was legendary.
    The
    This new God of war game feels like a new game on the franchise , the way they changed the real nórdic story for this game ,Its genius .
    The way they put atreus in the game is perfect , from story to emotial impact in the player its in another level. After completing the game cant stop watching videos about the nórdic story and what couls vê the future, Also the ensino was legendary.
    The new leviatan axé its fun to play and the mechanics are really fun.
    I just wish had more enemies , feels like the same enemies but with another paint on its , the valkyries were awesome to fight and a big challenge.

    But overral game was almost perfect and become One of my favourites cant wait for the Next one
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  89. Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Разрабы молодцы. Хотелось бы чтоб все были такими ответственными, трудолюбивыми, креативными.
  90. Jun 23, 2018
    8
    Nice and attractive . But not open world . No much variations in playing style . It finished before i get bored of it , which means it is a little bit short game.
  91. Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This game is just **** incredible. The combat is consistently fresh and interesting. The story with Kratos and Atreus is heartwarming and heartbreaking at times. God of War as a series developed into something much more mature and innovative. I loved it so much when I played it on PS4 and I loved it even more when I revisited it on PC this year.
  92. May 27, 2018
    9
    This game isn't perfect but it comes pretty damn close. I have been a fan of the God of War series from the very beginning and I have played every GoW out there and I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I did not think this newest entry would beat GoW 3 (my personal favorite) but I was horribly wrong and I'm glad I was Cory Barlog did an incredible job with this game and he took a hugeThis game isn't perfect but it comes pretty damn close. I have been a fan of the God of War series from the very beginning and I have played every GoW out there and I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I did not think this newest entry would beat GoW 3 (my personal favorite) but I was horribly wrong and I'm glad I was Cory Barlog did an incredible job with this game and he took a huge risk deviating from what fans knew and loved about the originals but it certainly paid off. The story, gameplay, characters, and graphics are all top notch. Combat was fast and fluid reminding me what I loved about Bloodbourne's combat. The story is fantastic and quite frankly I cannot wait for the next entry in this great series. The absolute only negative I have about the game is the lack of over the top great boss battles. I'm not saying there are none but there wasn't enough of them. So in ending all I have to say is that if you have a Playstation 4 this game is a must buy even if this is your first GoW or maybe you never liked GoW in the past this experience because that's what this game is is an experience you owe to yourself to pick up this game. Expand
  93. Dec 2, 2022
    10
    واحدة من اعظم العاب جيل البلي ستيشن 4 استمتعت بكل لحظو فيها
  94. Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This game prove singleplayers are still a thing with it's story, graphics, character development, and most importantly, combat. This is the over-the-top video game I have ever seen. You want a game that's don't have micro-transactions and season pass but focus on characters, story, and gameplay, this is your game. Even though there are more games to come this year, this game is my game ofThis game prove singleplayers are still a thing with it's story, graphics, character development, and most importantly, combat. This is the over-the-top video game I have ever seen. You want a game that's don't have micro-transactions and season pass but focus on characters, story, and gameplay, this is your game. Even though there are more games to come this year, this game is my game of the year. Lots of memorable moments, has a little RPG element to it, has a sort of linear open world, lots to explore. I highly recommended. Expand
  95. Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Passion and attention to detail shine through in the new God of War, and playing it assures you that every moment of its five year development was spent honing the game into the best possible experience for the player.

    Much has been said about the no-cut-camera and cinematic presentation of this installment. I would like to stress that unlike other "cinematic" games that leave the
    Passion and attention to detail shine through in the new God of War, and playing it assures you that every moment of its five year development was spent honing the game into the best possible experience for the player.

    Much has been said about the no-cut-camera and cinematic presentation of this installment. I would like to stress that unlike other "cinematic" games that leave the player feeling more like a spectator than a participant, God of War's unique camera choices and seamless narrative enhance your connection and investment with the story and characters. Big, epic set pieces are a hallmark of this franchise, and never before has the exchange between well executed scripted scenes, and exciting organic gameplay felt better. What's more, the game has a deft enough touch to deliver on powerful quiet moments, as well moments which involve towering monsters and copious violence.

    Indeed, the narrative of God of War thrives on this balance, as we accompany an older, wiser, and more measured Kratos attempting to pass on the wisdom he has gained from a lifetime of fruitless bloodlust. This task is further strained by his frequent inability to communicate with his son. What is left unsaid is usually the thing that is tearing at the players mind after moments of critical dialogue. Once again, this is impressive subtlety for a game that will see you chopping off heads and ripping monsters in half. Yet the dichotomy works. Arguably, the dichotomy is the point.

    From a gameplay perspective, third person brawling has never felt better. The kit of available skills, weapons, moves, and playstyles is wide ranging. No matter how you choose to play, you're guaranteed a kinetic, frenzied, and exciting experience. Blows land with a palpable meatiness, and hard to execute techniques and challenging foes feel great to conquer. The RPG style progression also ensures that you'll always have a new move, ability, or perk to play with, keeping the combat fresh throughout the considerably lengthy campaign.
    Puzzles are perhaps a weak point. While they are used smartly to provide breathing room between battles, they often take the form of merely searching an area for interactive elements rather than requiring much logic. In some cases, they are rather a sort of minigame whereby players must perform actions quickly and precisely, which is fine.

    Some have argued that God of War suffers for lack of enemy variety. I did not find this to be a serious problem, because of the way old enemies are remixed and reimagined in new combinations and with surprising new moves and abilities as the game goes on. Even the frequent Troll minibosses will seldom play out the same way twice. Rather, I found the enemies offer a nice balance of challenges, requiring you to use almost ever trick the game offers at some point or another throughout your adventure.

    Overall, this reimagining of God of War is a fine demonstration of how far games have come since the inception of the series. The story is well written and well delivered by compelling voice actors. The narrative contains a full compliment of intelligent literary devices. The world is rich, cohesive and beautiful. Perhaps most importantly, the gameplay is superb, and will keep you coming back for more long after the main campaign is complete. This is a must have for every PS4 owner.
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  96. Nov 14, 2020
    9
    God Of War is a great game! the graphics are great and the gameplay is delightful. I liked that after completing the main story, the same game motivated me to complete all the tasks and the challenge on the map. This is one of the best PS4 exclusives.

    Graphics: 9.50
    Music and FX: 9.75
    Gameplay: 9
    Duration: 9
    storie: 8.8
    final score: 9.21
  97. Jan 12, 2021
    10
    Melhor jogo do playstation 4, junto com red dead 2, nele você realmente sente toda a força de um deus da guerra, com gráficos e dublagens impecáveis e uma historia de amarrar você no sofá junto ao seu controle e console.
  98. Feb 5, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is damn near perfect. Best GOW game and truly redefined this franchise
  99. Apr 20, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers. God of War managed to not only managed to hook me within seconds of playing it but also made me happy to fight, made me care. The game is absolutely amazing and i honestly can say that besides the text being somewhat small the game has not done anything wrong in the time i played the game. Absolutely stunning. Beautiful game from start to finish.
  100. Apr 25, 2018
    8
    Very good game, there are minor problems i have with the game but they are only quality of life things... the story is great, the game play is fluid, the menu i don't like... you cant skip cut scenes if you have already seen them, and the toughest difficulty should let you know you basically have to know the game like the back of your hand before you can even attempt to tackle it.
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Mixed: 0 out of 118
  2. Negative: 0 out of 118
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 13, 2018
    100
    The return of the furious Spartan warrior was made well. God of War is already a great contender for game of the year and you shouldn't miss it. [Issue#285]
  2. CD-Action
    Jul 6, 2018
    100
    Cory Barlog and his team achieved what many thought impossible – despite having changed almost everything Santa Monica managed to preserve that elusive spark that makes God of War game feel like a God of War game. They created one of the defining titles of the current generation and a technical marvel whose stunning beauty in motion words cannot describe. And there’s one more thing. Barlog’s touching reaction to his masterpiece’s scores shows that even in the world of huge budgets, micropayments, loot boxes and sales forecasts there still is a place for artists who pour their hearts into their work. We need someone to remind us of that once in a while. [06/2018, p.38]
  3. Jun 7, 2018
    95
    Where most games excel in one single area, God of War manages to deliver on every front, providing players with one of the best experiences we’ve seen so far this generation.