God of War

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

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  1. Sasan
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    Amazing this is a best game of God of War and we love this best story best gamplay best characters
  2. Chily13
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpice. The new style in gameplay, cinematography and these epic soundtracks give to player a great and special experience. I had the game in my hands from day one. I played it then. I played it again during quarantine and i felt like the first time. One of the greatest reboots.
  3. Allawi_997
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    God of war is one of best games in this gen and the greatest on playstation
  4. Lor3nzo_lbc
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Pqp um dos melhores jogos q já joguei, aguardo ansiosamente pra sequência pqp meter a porrada no Thor e no Odin vai ser do krlh
  5. Steliosisright
    Jun 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just incredible on every aspect. The graphics, the story, the gameplay and the music were incredible… Expand
  6. Al1ne
    Jul 2, 2021
    10
    This game is really very good, with spectacular landscapes and very good fight effects. Story is like the last of us,gameplay is really good, especially at high difficulty level
  7. XionSoul
    Sep 28, 2021
    9
    Excelente juégalo, bastante para explorar y de duración considerable. Echo en falta el no poder acceder a unos reinos pero todo bien por lo demás.
  8. manurodac
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Personally one of the top three games I’ve ever played, up there with Ocarina of Time and the first GoW for PS2. The game in GoW for PS4 is unparalleled. It’s just amazes me what was done here. The design and the story are second to none and the NPC’s are awesome ! Can play this game for hours on end without getting tired !
  9. Ibal
    May 8, 2021
    9
    Great game and looking forward for what comes next. Also interesting how different this feels compared to previous entries in the series.
  10. SAMUELWALKERS
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    very good game great story great gameplay very good beautiful graphics can buy sensational game
  11. CR7reali
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
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  12. alanditsch
    Jun 25, 2022
    10
    There's literally nothing I'd change about this experience. I'm just in awe.
  13. Ariskal
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Ini adalah game exclusive terbaik generasi Playstation 4, dengan gameplay yg seru dan music yg menegangkan buat kalian yang punya PS4 tapi belum main game ini saya sangat rekomendasiin main game ini
  14. Sitheral
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    Seems like GoW took most of the good things from modern games and rejected the ugly ones. It also knew what it wanted to do.
    As a result of that, its a great game.
  15. BassycSenpai
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    A beautiful mix of story, visuals, sounds and gameplay. The story introduces a small cast of characters and masterfully fleshes them out. It allows them to interact in ways to make the player feel a wide range of emotions. The visuals are eye candy and the music entrances you to feel every moment. The gameplay is perhaps the most enjoyable and satisfying than most of the game. The gameA beautiful mix of story, visuals, sounds and gameplay. The story introduces a small cast of characters and masterfully fleshes them out. It allows them to interact in ways to make the player feel a wide range of emotions. The visuals are eye candy and the music entrances you to feel every moment. The gameplay is perhaps the most enjoyable and satisfying than most of the game. The game rewards you for tagging along the journey and it’s an art that you won’t forget.… Expand
  16. MartinMarXx
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's just an extraordinary and fantastic game thar everyone should play!! One of the greatest games in the existance and PS4… Expand
  17. tantotonto
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Brutal en todos los aspectos, muy sorprendido de la dificultad media que tiene el juego, una obra maestra.
  18. GhostOfKratos
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Absolutely incredible game. True progression of an established franchise while staying to true to the original concept and characters. Combat is incredibly fun and diverse. Story and narrative is captivating and emotional. Gameplay and level design is inspired. Characters are interesting and well thought out.
  19. Luigichief
    Nov 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is a sequel to God of War 3, but you can enjoy it a lot without knowing anything about it or what came before, except that I recommend playing at least some other God of War to at least get a sense of who Kratos was in the past. I played the first, the third and the Ghost of Sparta (PSP).

    The story of the game is very simple, especially the first 70% (out there). But the creative way the missions are executed, like Atreus and Kratos and their relationship changes constantly and the excellent gameplay keeps you entertained. In addition, the dialogues of the characters and mythology also contribute to this. The prologue of the story is quite good, thanks to the unexpected boss battle. After Atreus' disease manifested and Kratos told him that he is a God, the story takes some more unexpected paths and the story started to please me a lot more, there are up to 2 very reasonable twists (and they are "doubles"), that of Baldur's mother being Freya (and the weakness revealed) and Atreus's mother being a giant and having 'predicted' and perhaps even manipulated everything (and Atreus being Loki). The way they tied Baldur's weakness in the story was cool, but from a script analysis point of view I found it a bit weak, it was too much 'coincidence' for my taste, although the twist was cool, I could have done it differently.
    After Atreus discovers that he is a God, the ways it influences gameplay is quite interesting.
    Another thing is that now there is a lapse of years in the history of the franchise that we do not know what happened, I hope you will focus on that and Kratos' ex-wife in the next game besides Ragnarok. And as the writer has already prepared 2 sequences, there are several things that were left open (mysteries), if you have patience it might be more worth waiting for this trilogy to be completed.

    Combat is ultra simple at first. But it is gaining a lot of depth and getting more fun, I just wanted a little more combos. This is kind of personal, but I thought it has very few endings, damn God of War, one of the most remarkable things in this franchise with so little explored potential (the ones it has are great, just for the record). Good skill tree. The equipment evolution system is also very rich. Runes and rune attacks should progress better. You are rewarded for exploring, but some rewards are horrible. The game has a fully open exploration area, which then expands even further as the story progresses, very interesting, there are many who love it. There are many variations of enemies, but they change so little from each other, I really didn't like this "type" of variation very much (this even happens with some bosses unfortunately). Another aspect is that this game is full of puzzles, and they are good and add to the experience in general. But ahead there are some enemies that are literally boring to kill, you can call it difficulty but I call it evil game design. Anyway, in general I loved the gameplay.

    When I started the game I was a little surprised by the scenarios (I don't know why), but it really is very beautiful. And even more impressive are the loadings, which are phenomenal fast (for PS4). Overall very good level design.

    Above average soundtrack that adds to the experience, but little used mainly during gameplay. This has good and bad points. The bad part is that 70% of the game barely has a soundtrack and the good thing is that the moments you have are more remarkable because you practically never listen to it. Besides it is very little varied.

    Secret Ending I only recommend to see after the release of the next God of War, because it will make you too hypado.

    Barbed Kratos is another man.    … Expand
  20. drcoomer
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    This was my first God of War game I have ever played, so before I started I tried to do a little research to get caught up. So I know bits and pieces of the series' lore, but this review is mostly coming from a new GoW player.

    Graphics/Editing: 10/10 Filled with beautiful vistas and exotic effects throughout, this game truly exceeded my expectations. The single-take transitions between    This was my first God of War game I have ever played, so before I started I tried to do a little research to get caught up. So I know bits and pieces of the series' lore, but this review is mostly coming from a new GoW player.

    Graphics/Editing: 10/10
    Filled with beautiful vistas and exotic effects throughout, this game truly exceeded my expectations. The single-take transitions between cut scenes and gameplay is an excellent element that was excecuted flawlessly. There are a few scenes that with the right sound system and TV setup, will leave your house shaking and your mouth agape. The first boss battle alone is some of the best editing I've seen in a video game.

    Narrative: 9/10
    There's an emotional and effective story being told here. Yes, the "escort-your-companion-to-XYZ" style gameplay is very popular today, and some will even say it's overused. But I think it works really well here. The characters are driven toward their goal within good reasoning, and I think the ending pays off what we're building towards well enough. And there are certainly some emotional elements incorporated that will hit you right in the feels.

    Protagonists: 10/10
    Kratos is one bad m*****f*****! The dynamic between him and Atreus certainly captured my interest early on. Sometimes their banter may get a little repetitive, but I think it drives a certain point that eventually pays off in the end. The canoe conversations are a real treat too.

    Characters/Interactions: 10/10
    There are some really great supporting characters in this game that provide some real emotional swells. There's some great comedic relief amidst some of the side quests, along with some real tear-jerker moments more centered towards the main plot. I don't think any important character was wasted, which can be such an easy mistake when making (kind of) an open world game.

    Villain(s): 9/10
    The main villain in the game has an electric presence in every single scene and/or battle. The performance is truly an A+. A lot of the game's most shocking moments come from encounters with him (i'll mention that awesome first battle scene again here).

    Gameplay: 10/10
    This is where I've noticed I disagree with a lot of people. After spending a few minutes reading reviews, I see the gameplay and combat getting a lot of negative comments. I would have to disagree. I thought that the combat in this game was among the best I had ever seen. It's fluid, it's versatile, and it's just god damn satisfying. I was impressed with the variety of different moves you could unlock, and as you improve it only gets better and better. I never once thought, "Man this combat is super repetitive and boring" like a lot of the comments I've been reading. But maybe that's just me.

    All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed God of War from start to finish. If I had one gripe about it, I'd say that the "open world" set up is kind of clunky. After finishing the main storyline, I tried to explore a bit to finish some of the side quests and collectibles, but lost interest pretty quickly.

    Overall Score: 9.5/10    … Expand
  21. mistertorgue
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    The game of the decade. A completely revised, even more refined version of an already breathtaking game. Nice work Santa Monica and especially Cory Barlog!
  22. JoeTheHoee
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    I didn't love the series as a kid, and had absolutely no hype or interest in this game when it released. I eventually tried it at the recommendation of a friend. It wasn't long before I realized that I had an instant classic on my hands.

    This game, simply put, is in the top-tier of video games I have ever played. It is a masterpiece in every sense of the word. Probably my single    I didn't love the series as a kid, and had absolutely no hype or interest in this game when it released. I eventually tried it at the recommendation of a friend. It wasn't long before I realized that I had an instant classic on my hands.

    This game, simply put, is in the top-tier of video games I have ever played. It is a masterpiece in every sense of the word. Probably my single favorite release this console generation.    … Expand
  23. Lockshockbarrel
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing, can't wait for the sequel. The combat is excellent and the pacing is beyond good.… Expand
  24. code2319
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Don't you dare skip this game! It's truly a fantastic game! It is a reboot (one of the best i've seen) reconstructing a world and story to become its one thing but remaining true to its foundations.
    Phenomenal open world with an interesting linear story. If you have to compare it to other games, well if you enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn, the Last of Us and Dark Souls, you will enjoy this    Don't you dare skip this game! It's truly a fantastic game! It is a reboot (one of the best i've seen) reconstructing a world and story to become its one thing but remaining true to its foundations.
    Phenomenal open world with an interesting linear story. If you have to compare it to other games, well if you enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn, the Last of Us and Dark Souls, you will enjoy this game. It takes the best of all those tree games. GoW's strongest feature is the gameplay. The fighting mechanics are amazing that gradually give you new options and skills to learn. There's also puzzle-solving areas that are all different and fun to do and some exploring areas that are very rewarding. The world, scenery, and graphics are some of the best in PS4.
    Now in a scale of 1-10, its unfair to give is a 9. This game knows what it is and hits every mark. For what is out there its clearly one of the best with room for improvement. Because of that its a 10/10 game.
    Now taking a more critical approach, I personally give it a 9.4. Why? Well there are some things that it could improve. I wish it had more finishing moves and animations when you killed an enemy, it felt repetitive after a while. Also some boss battles where a bit repetitive, with the exception of the Valkyries. The ending or final battle fell short, it didn't seem complete (story wise). More like an ending of a chapter than of a book. Still great but there were other battles in the game that were more memorable. So, it needs to add different bosses, different (or more) animations, and a to polish the story a bit more. But you can tell there is so much left to tell, saving it for the next installment.
    Over all, even in 2020, this is still one of the best PS4 games out there no doubt. You can't miss it.    … Expand
  25. lesiuML
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Without any doubts this is the best story in all God of war games. One of the best game ever. Amazing fantasy world that is just a joy to explore. But to be honest I didn't really liked the hub area and fact that we must return to same place every time. After all it is a masterpiece in terms of every aspect. Must play definitely.
  26. DestroyerM24
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best-looking games so far, it really shows the capabilities of the PS4 and PS4 Pro, really pushing them to the limits. Even if it's so demanding, the game never showed any frame drops as far as I noticed even when played on Enhanced Resolution Mode on PS4 Pro.
    Apart from that, this game differs much from previous GOW titles. This time we don't only have great combat and puzzle    One of the best-looking games so far, it really shows the capabilities of the PS4 and PS4 Pro, really pushing them to the limits. Even if it's so demanding, the game never showed any frame drops as far as I noticed even when played on Enhanced Resolution Mode on PS4 Pro.
    Apart from that, this game differs much from previous GOW titles. This time we don't only have great combat and puzzle solving, but also a great story where we have the opportunity to see Kratos as a completely different person. We see that Kratos decided to change himself and tried to escape from the past, but it's easier said than done.
    The game gives you a great story, maybe a little bit short but a sweet one. There were some times the story practically seemed to reach the end, but suddenly, something happens, which I liked, as I than knew the story isn't over yet.
    The combat system is improved of course, drastically improved. You spend experience points in order to get new moves and new abilities. You upgrade or buy new gear both for Kratos and Atreus, at some point, you will realize while exploring that some enemies are stronger and here comes the part when you will have to spend some time upgrading your gear.

    All in all, a great story, fantastic combat system, beautiful graphics, maybe the best-looking game so far. The game gives you a solid +50 hours of gameplay, both thrilling and memorable (completing side-quests, finding collectibles and beating bosses included)    … Expand
  27. ali-ebadi
    Jun 17, 2020
    10
    great combat design great story great level design great art top 3 ps4 exclusives
  28. gui3x86
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    Nice graphics. Superb presentation.

    Gameplay could be a little more refined. It's not as great as other things in the game.
  29. KunderscoreKing
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Providing a 10/10 does not mean that I think the game is perfect but as someone who achieved the platinum trophy and the two unique shields for completing on God of War mode, I can assure you that this game was as close to perfect as it could be for me.

    Santa Monica set out with a vision and they knocked it out of the park.
  30. Fiskw
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Absolutely perfect game, the combat gets really fun once you get used to it, the story is amazing and the graphics are phenomenal.

    I also loved the fact that the game has no loading screens and it goes on like a continuous movie.
    Loved it.
  31. Rd76
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    One of The best game I've ever played. Everything from gameplay to story was awesome.
  32. Ismael92
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best game i've played, i am big fan of God of war... im so excited for the next game
  33. NoelParkinson
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Everything you could possibly want from a single-player story driven game.
    Great characters, character development, gameplay mechanics, pacing, artistic direction and emotion.
  34. Finlaypotterr
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Love the game played it 4 times through and lived it everytime just as much. 10/10 game favourite game ever. Also, I love how the camera does not cut once throughout the entire game.
  35. hoop07240724
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Gameplay, graphics, and story. God of War really does have it all. As close to perfect as it gets
  36. Steag
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    An incredible story supported by rich character development, engaging game play and a stunning world. This a masterpiece of a game that deserves all the high praise it receives. The only reason I have given it a score 9 and not 10 is that I felt the game needed more boss fights as oppose to the semi-boss troll fights.
  37. andrejS_de
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Pretty much everything Ive ever wanted from a God of War game. Excellent story, deep combat and great graphics. One of the best game ever.
  38. HideiousLove
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I thought God of War games couldn't get any better, but Cory Barlog has just prove me wrong.
  39. Numerik
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    My first God of war game and Oh my God this is the best game of this generation
  40. TahaSonmez
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Mükemmel bir oyun. Hikayesi, vuruş hissi, grafikleri herşey çok iyi olmuş. Kesinlikle oynamalısınız.
  41. Joelmiller269
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Masterfully crafted game and story. Visceral combat is incredibly fun and challenging on harder difficulties. Side quests and activities are very interesting. Excellent boss fights. Interesting characters and fascinating lore. Amazing graphics. Loved it both times I played it especially on Give me God of War and beating all the valkyries.
  42. Naxotrollxdwtf
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Wonderful Game! You must play!

    The new look and mithology of GOD is Amazon!
  43. DaveNapoleonR
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Perfect game, no doubt. A bit slow pacing at times, however, still a 9.9 game.
  44. Svetlendrius
    Mar 9, 2022
    8
    Интересное переосмысление и продолжение, которое в некоторых аспектах потеряла свои преимущества, но и одновременно приобрела новые.
    Сюжет, кинематографиченость и графика расцвели.
    А вот прокачка, разнообразие оружия, скилов и боссов подкачала. Два оружия на всю игру, одни и теже боссы огры, и скиллы которые даже не хочется прокачивать, потому что выглядят они слабы (кроме скиллов    Интересное переосмысление и продолжение, которое в некоторых аспектах потеряла свои преимущества, но и одновременно приобрела новые.
    Сюжет, кинематографиченость и графика расцвели.
    А вот прокачка, разнообразие оружия, скилов и боссов подкачала. Два оружия на всю игру, одни и теже боссы огры, и скиллы которые даже не хочется прокачивать, потому что выглядят они слабы (кроме скиллов Атрея).
    Немного пропала масштабность и эпичность боёв и монстров. Уменьшилось количество и сложность головоломок.
    В итоге игра немного потеряла геймплейную часть и эпичность, но приобрела в сюжете и кинематографичности.    … Expand
  45. sheep255174
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    melhor god of war ja feito !!! jogo 10/10 é incrível como o jogo tem prende historia e jogabilidade perfeitas !!
  46. DefaltWorld
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Juegazo, las mecanicas la forma de contar la historia, la banda sonora, el apartado tecnico, los enemigos y jefes, no encuentro ningun punto negativo a este juego. Compra muy recomendada si eres usuario de ps4
  47. Meksv
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games on the PS4. Good combat and world design backed by an amazing story. The theme of fatherhood and wanting your son to be better than you is well-explored. The plot has interesting characters and a good mystery. The ending of the game earns the 10/10 rating, delivering a satisfying conclusion and adding more lore and hints to future titles. Very excited to see whereOne of the best games on the PS4. Good combat and world design backed by an amazing story. The theme of fatherhood and wanting your son to be better than you is well-explored. The plot has interesting characters and a good mystery. The ending of the game earns the 10/10 rating, delivering a satisfying conclusion and adding more lore and hints to future titles. Very excited to see where this game goes in the future.… Expand
  48. Born2BCoder
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para siguientes lanzamientos.
    Aun así un juego que disfrute ampliamentes y que recomiendo para cualquiera que quiera experimentar algo nuevo con un toque de lo viejo    … Expand
  49. Tiberius95
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Great game. What I really loved about this game is the father-son relationship between Kratos and Atreus.
  50. AldoBarraza
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    The game is amazing. Personally I prefer games that focus on gameplay and I sometimes felt the cutscenes got on the way, and the game overall felt a bit too slow compared to other God of War games. However it still was an amazing experience and I’m excited for this franchisee reboot.
  51. KyoyaGenm
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Supreme!!! every thing is good!! I think NaughtyDog should learn from you how to make a sequel.
  52. ChenAuguestin
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The best game I've ever played.
    So excellent that I can't tell even a defect.
  53. StereoAlex
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Best game on ps4, no question about it. Also it the lore alone makes this game worth the time
  54. SergeyMostov
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Играл до этого в первые 3 части бога войны, безумно нравились! Новое видение игры меня приятно удивило, каждый вечер по 3-4 часа играл на одном дыхании!! Очень жду продолжения.
  55. Myth_Tical
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    A fantastic game. One of the best combat systems ive ever played, excellent graphics and challenging enemies with a phenomenal story.
  56. Wyerd
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game grabbed my face and sucked it in to the TV. Couldn't stop playing! I enjoyed the game play, didn't have to spam square or x to attack/dodge - it all had to be perfectly timed and required a strategic plan for different enemies. I only played God of War 3 and not 1 or 2 so I'm unfamiliar with the complete backstory and cannot comment on how accurate or inaccurate everything is.This game grabbed my face and sucked it in to the TV. Couldn't stop playing! I enjoyed the game play, didn't have to spam square or x to attack/dodge - it all had to be perfectly timed and required a strategic plan for different enemies. I only played God of War 3 and not 1 or 2 so I'm unfamiliar with the complete backstory and cannot comment on how accurate or inaccurate everything is.
    Hurry up and make a sequel to this one so we can fight Thor!    … Expand
  57. IamTouya
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I played in a long time, I loved every bit of it! Gameplay was amazing, the story was heartwarming and well paced. This is one of the few games that got every aspect of playing a game right, it never hindered at anything and the fact that it never actually has loading screens is underrated considering the hardware.

    This game deserved being game of the year! Congrats    One of the best games I played in a long time, I loved every bit of it! Gameplay was amazing, the story was heartwarming and well paced. This is one of the few games that got every aspect of playing a game right, it never hindered at anything and the fact that it never actually has loading screens is underrated considering the hardware.

    This game deserved being game of the year! Congrats Santa Monica Studios    … Expand
  58. Gusta123
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I've played Gow 3 and I liked a por, but this New god of war never excited me, but I decided tô buy and try it, and what a incredible game, great story, with great characters and a New incredible Kratos
  59. ADCT800
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Amazing game. I almost got the Platinum but the Valkiries are really hard. I'll try again later. The only downside is that some bosses are the same with different colors.
  60. SunPraisinMan
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    A great game for sure, that was able to change and evolve this series in a respectful manner that stays true the series (unlike a certain other game). Only thing stopping this game from a 10 is the lack of meaningful characters, besides Kratos, Bauldar, and BOI! I couldn't remember a single character besdies them, tho everything about the game is near perfection, combat is satisfying andA great game for sure, that was able to change and evolve this series in a respectful manner that stays true the series (unlike a certain other game). Only thing stopping this game from a 10 is the lack of meaningful characters, besides Kratos, Bauldar, and BOI! I couldn't remember a single character besdies them, tho everything about the game is near perfection, combat is satisfying and brutal, tho kinda disappointed by the lack of human enemies which I'm sure they'll expand upon in the sequel… Expand
  61. Arturoramos77
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    With TLOU 2 it is the best game of PS4, YOU REALLY MUST PLAY THIS, for this games i think the videogames are art.
  62. Ophiophagy
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me preface this review with a bit of information. I cannot stand the first three god of war titles. I absolutely without a shadow of a doubt HATED them. To be fair I was never a fan of the greek mythos, but it just seemed like and edgy boi being and edgy boi. I understood the premise in the first game, which is why I played it. My interest was nearly zero after it, it's ending seemed to completely conclude itself and story. Then suprise! GOW 2, this time it's personal.

    sigh. ok i'll play it. Didn't really need this, kinda **** on the ending of gow but whatever, nothing really special here, more of the same. Don't really enjoy it. Friends are hyping it, everywhere is hyping it. Not hyped. Angry boi is angry.

    GOW 3 This time it's 3 more times as personal than the last two times.

    Oooooh boy. well it looked better, and they did add a few new things, gutting enemies was pretty neat. Really enjoyed pounding zeus face in. The ending was cringe as **** "Hope was inside pandoras box" oh my ****ing god please just stop now. Then Cringetos commits unalive but suprise he isn't unalived.

    or is he? or... isnt he? dun dun duuuuuun.

    Terrible. would not play again.

    See that new GOW is on the horizon, uh oh. see Cringtos is older noticeably. hmm. see that there is a little kid who undoubtedly is blessed with LITTLE KID POWER (henceforth referred to as lkp) ugh. See that it is set in norse mythos. DON"T YOU ****ING DARE. DON'T YOU MESS UP THE GREATEST MYTHOS IN THE WORLD (subjective and opinion based i know) this is how i felt. Extremely worried.

    I bought it. I love norse mythos, but i was also deeply afraid of what they would do to it. I avoided ALL GAMEPLAY before buying it. Avoided any leaks. I wanted my own opinion surprised this one time. (rare for me)

    I beat the game. I did it all. I fought ALL the Valkyries WAAAAAAY under-leveled. I mean i was rocking crap gear, hardly any health, i should not have done what i did when i did it. I fought Gondul when i was rocking at lvl 5 (its more of a gear rating if i think about it) point is, i did not have a lot of anything. Each loss made me better, and boy, she ****ed me up a lot. But every battle less and less, until i had her down, i beat her as she beat me. Like a little **** It was beyond satisfying.

    Let me stop here for a moment and let me say this, Cringtos is no more, now he is Kratos, he has also put away the edgelord blades of professor chaos in favor of wielding something mythos appropriate and bad ass, the leviathan axe. I love it. I cannot express how awesome it truly is. wanna go hand to hand, can do, wanna use leviathan axe, can do, wanna shield bash an enemies teeth out the back of their skull? can do. wanna use the cringe blades of cringe... ok...(you have to for certain things, i avoided using them on anything other than puzzle specific blocks, yup, i killed the dead Frost hel denizens with my fists over those ****ing cringe blades, i hate them so much)

    lets talk a bit about graphics. MWUAH, love em

    lets talk about control, MWUAH love it

    Lets talk about the world, it's more open than any of the games before it, and that does it a huge favor in my opinion, there are side missions/quests put about that you dont have to do, but are definitely worth doing, you can chase them at your pace. you don't have to fight the Valkyrie, but if you do, oh boy is is rewarding and worth it. test your mettle, do it.

    gameplay links to control, i was satisfied with it, i only didn't enjoy the forced use of the cringe of cringe, that was disappointing to me.

    Story. Kratos is now Kratos and not Cringtos lord of the edge. He done a big oof and grown up. Matured. Found a wife and sired a son. One whom he has a fragile, delicate, distant relationship with. One whom he seems terrified to get too close too, but set on ensuring will know how to live, survive and one day, become a man. The love is there, the emotions that are a mixture swirl within him, yet he keeps them at bay, fear of who he once was creating this large block. Kratos is a god, a god from another place. Here in this foreign land where he has sought a new beginning his powers weakened to a degree.

    The depth, maturity and growth of Kratos instantaneously caused a 180 for me on my opinion of GOW, i experienced his angst, his anger, his rage There was sorrow there too, but it was overcome with the previous emotions that there was truly no appreciation in it. not like this. i never got to see kratos try to be anything more than the monsters he was chasing and killing. Now we inject humanity and wisdom that comes with age and experience. Humbling and so ****ing satisfying.

    there may be a sequel in the works, i wont spoil any key elements here suffice to say that this story did well, beyond well. This superseded my expectations in every way. I hope the sequel does not **** up and continues with this amazing new path.    … Expand
  63. SamBh
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. another masterpiece that I highly recommend. interesting and a thought out story between Kratos and his son Atreus on their adventure to scatter his mothers' ashes on the highest peak but it turns out not to be as simple as it looks like. amazing graphics and zero loading screens (unless you die) with an interesting world to explore and encounter other souls for side quests other than the main quest. very fun and satisfying combat with many upgrades and skills to unlock on your journey but some mini-bosses are overused with minimal changes like their color.… Expand
  64. Luma496
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    El juego es incre´iblemente completo en su narrativa.
    Dejamos de ver un Kratos lleno de ira, para ver a un Kratos que evoluciona junto con el concepto de la franquicia. Kratos tiene un desarrollo de personaje increíble, que no funcionaría sin Atreus.
    La exploración es un poco tediosa, que es en lo que a mi parecer flaquea más el título, pero sin duda una vez que llegas a un area a    El juego es incre´iblemente completo en su narrativa.
    Dejamos de ver un Kratos lleno de ira, para ver a un Kratos que evoluciona junto con el concepto de la franquicia. Kratos tiene un desarrollo de personaje increíble, que no funcionaría sin Atreus.
    La exploración es un poco tediosa, que es en lo que a mi parecer flaquea más el título, pero sin duda una vez que llegas a un area a explorar, vale la pena.

    El reto es notable. Jugando en "difícil" el juego te reta a usar combinaciones de habilidades para poder vencer a ciertos enemigos, y sobre todo a las Valkirias, que sin duda son enemigos comparables a jefes de los juegos Souls.

    La historia es increíblemente fuera de estereotipos fomentados por Series como Vikingos o Thor de Marvel, lo que creas saber sobre la mitología nórdica, será abordado de otra forma en este título. Olvídate de un Thor como lo conoces, o de un Odín como "Padre" de todo.

    Un juego digno de estar en los mejores de la generación, y de la década.    … Expand
  65. Nick_Scratch
    Jul 3, 2021
    9
    Boy! As beautiful as it is brutal, this game took me on an emotional journey that let me murder monsters with my son. What more do you need?
  66. Adam_Critic
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    By far the best game I’ve ever played. The story, gameplay and setting flow perfectly together and just work so well.
  67. Tirado148
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    This game is nothing less than a Masterpiece.. Loved the story & amazing world building.
  68. Rodric04
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este juego es una GRAN reinvención de saga y un aire fresco. Simplemente perfección.… Expand
  69. Enphazer
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor Reboot de una franquicia que haya visto, felicitaciones a Santa Monica y su GOTY de verdad es increíble la relación entre el padre y el hijo, además de la ambientación y aventura muy satisfactoria..
  70. LUSHO
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutalThis is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutal and engaging gameplay, and an emotional story that is masterfully told in a cinematic way. Absolutely love this game, even if some things do feel like a setup for the sequel and plot tricks to elongate are used a bit too much.… Expand
  71. kyoma01
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. junto Spiderman lo mejor de ps4 no como los trans parte 2 ahora a ps5 el siguiente… Expand
  72. Landon_JC
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This is by far one of my most favorite games of all time. The story, gameplay, setting, characters, etc are all fantastic. Don’t get me started on the score! Masterpiece of a game!!
  73. SubstancialDial
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Lo único malo de este juego, es que se acaba. Perfección total. Historia, evolución de personajes, gráficos, jugabilidad innovadora, productora, etc. Gracias Santa Mónica.
  74. Bigred1993
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Honestly the best story I’ve played. Can’t wait to see where the future of this franchise goes!!
  75. nicolas8721
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    I've been a fan of god of war since the first one came out. On my first play trough I wasn't happy with the game at all, and I stopped playing for months, but 6 months ago I started playing again, paying much more attention to the dialoge, the enemies, the enviroment and the characters, and I loved it, I've replayed the game 10 times or more. I already have the 100% and now I'm playing onI've been a fan of god of war since the first one came out. On my first play trough I wasn't happy with the game at all, and I stopped playing for months, but 6 months ago I started playing again, paying much more attention to the dialoge, the enemies, the enviroment and the characters, and I loved it, I've replayed the game 10 times or more. I already have the 100% and now I'm playing on give me god of war.
    This will be one of my favorite games ever and now I'm waiting on the sequel.    … Expand
  76. 22schrosa
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    This is a great game with a great story. It has good but not great gameplay. The lore around it is very good, and it has great character. The graphics are amazing. My one complaint is that I wish there were more huge beast bosses. But the game is amazing and a top ten of of the last decade.
  77. WeebuTruong
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    better than the last of us part 2 in every aspect especially the story telling ;)
  78. Foash
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games it's masterpiece And I hope it will be part 2 for this game
  79. SemenGalyutin
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Знакомство с игрой начал именно с этой части. Одно из лучших приключений, химия между отцом и сыном. Продолжения не жду так как игра выглядит целостной и законченной. Брать всем обязательно.
  80. Glenplay
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos que eh jugado de god of war , aunque cambiaron la jugabilidad ,es muy fácil acostumbrarse y tiene una historia que emociona
  81. jotade86
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    El gameplay es exquisito empieza lento pero después se convierte en todo un god of war a la regla, momentos de acción pura, gráficos de 10 y por introducirme a una nueva mitología este juego vale totalmente la pena con decir que lo tengo platinado y todo saben lo difícil que es hacer eso? !!!!
  82. MacheteYAMT
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Best game until part 2 release
    Best game until part 2 release
    Best game until part 2 release
  83. Samrez
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Lindo demais maravilhoso!!! Épico pra quem curte o gênero de aventura e história emocionante
  84. Zibeks
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Обожаю эту игру. Каждый должен попробовать это прекрасное путешествие. Шедевр!
  85. InfernoFlakes
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    At first I thought this game was boring and that it was not for me. If I tell your how that changed so quickly and how I was addicted to this game. It’s so much fun battling and I can’t wait till the next one comes out. First god of war game I’ve ever played and now Im a big fan.
  86. JuanR6
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    God of War is great game because the creators change the history very good in form so adaptable
  87. Fedorovvlad
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Сюжет и развитие героев 10 из 10
    Геймплей 10 из 10
    Графика 10 из 10
    Атмосфера + музыка 9 из 10
  88. Obi2Cool4Kenobi
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    After playing this game for years, and beating the game on NG+ over 50 times, I have to say this is a masterpiece of a game, and I am excited for future installments. Only thing I would wish for is more variety in combat gear.
  89. Hal60
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Without a doubt one of the best games for the Ps4. An absolute joy to play. The combat feels fresh and the story is excellent. Highly recommended.
  90. sdaityari
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    I finally got the chance to play it after two years of release. I hadn't played the earlier games, so I wasn't sure what I was getting into. However, I must say that it's as good as everyone said it would be.

    Kratos seems to be much older than the earlier games, and through the game gets to bond with his son, aka Boy (Atreus). I found it hilarious the way he'd call Atreus "Boy" and    I finally got the chance to play it after two years of release. I hadn't played the earlier games, so I wasn't sure what I was getting into. However, I must say that it's as good as everyone said it would be.

    Kratos seems to be much older than the earlier games, and through the game gets to bond with his son, aka Boy (Atreus). I found it hilarious the way he'd call Atreus "Boy" and Mimir "Head" throughout the game.

    I would be playing this game over and over again for many times until we have another sequel.    … Expand
  91. Nielson_
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games I ever played
    I wish It was a different IP but oh well
  92. Cerega
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра в целом крутая. Интересные локации и красивая графика, интересные противники на высокой сложности. Классные загадки и испытания. Подача лора и отношения между сыном и отцом. Из минусов слишком затяжные бои и противники небольших размеров резиновые, бьешь, бьешь, бьешь.… Expand
  93. Fun_ko
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Просто потрясающая игра! Хоть я и покупал ее за 900 рублей, но я мог бы потратить на неё и все 4 тысячи и игра бы полностью себя окупила. Агрессивно рекомендую к прохождению.
  94. GPUMagician
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This is the best game ever made in history. Congratulations to Santa Monica Studio for this masterpiece. Thank you.
  95. VicInFlight
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    the best I've played, a lot of emotions, amazing battle mechanics. A plot that does not allow you to remain indifferent
  96. DannyFeyn
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    Una aventura inolvidable, manteniendo ese plano secuencia magistral de principio a fin de la historia, provocando así que te sientas uno mas en la historia al no separarte nunca de los personajes.

    Experiencia única la que aporta este God of War 4 que deja a un lado la violencia de los anteriores para centrarse en una historia muy madura de padre e hijo. Jugabilidad excepcional,    Una aventura inolvidable, manteniendo ese plano secuencia magistral de principio a fin de la historia, provocando así que te sientas uno mas en la historia al no separarte nunca de los personajes.

    Experiencia única la que aporta este God of War 4 que deja a un lado la violencia de los anteriores para centrarse en una historia muy madura de padre e hijo.

    Jugabilidad excepcional, gráficos impresionantes consiguiendo una optimización perfecta, una banda sonora que no deja indiferente a nadie, una historia que te obliga a no dejar de jugar nunca por su fluidez narrativa y un reparto de doblaje a la altura de esta obra.

    En cuanto a lo negativo, la repetitividad. Para ser un juego basado en la pelea cuerpo a cuerpo, los enemigos tienen pocas mecánicas, cada enemigo tiene 3 o 4 ataques o menos que repetirán, y hay poca variedad de estos. Los bosses, repitiendo la fórmula de los combates normales (pocos tipos de ataques y pocas mecánicas) son, tal vez, un poco decepcionantes, pudiendo hacer los combates un tanto aburridos. Aunque todo esto, lo puede suplir Kratos y sus impresionantes combos.

    Sin duda un juego que todo el mundo debería jugar.    … Expand
  97. NourZH
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    I am not a fan of the original God Of War series. I have played a little bit of them but I didn't enjoy them as much. I was a little bit cautious before I purchased this game but I ultimately decided to give it a go because it is a 'reboot' and they changed the gameplay altogether.

    I'm glad I played this game. The story was emotional, exciting, and kept me wanting to know more. The    I am not a fan of the original God Of War series. I have played a little bit of them but I didn't enjoy them as much. I was a little bit cautious before I purchased this game but I ultimately decided to give it a go because it is a 'reboot' and they changed the gameplay altogether.

    I'm glad I played this game. The story was emotional, exciting, and kept me wanting to know more. The gameplay was so satisfying and it felt so good when you kill enemies with a plethora of awesome skills. The world was colorful and magical, it made me want to explore every corner for loots and hidden runes.

    Definitely a classic and up there in my top 10 all-time games on any platform    … Expand
  98. Zaidanee
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    One of my all time favorites. Amazing in every aspect. Wish the main quest was longer
  99. PHOENIX_DF
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece, cant wait to see the next chapter of this amazing series, the game reinvented itself and still is amazing.
  100. Tetoman290
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Best game of the entire generation...nothing else to say! But that they refreshed the GOW formula and make it even better it's just a feat by itself.
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  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. GameGrin
    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.
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