God of War

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  1. excelsior99
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game! I played on the PS5 and the locked 60 FPS is a game changer!
  2. rvp
    Nov 30, 2020
    8
    Really good game. The story is very good, especially the end. The gameplay is a lot of fun. They could have utilized the open world a bit better - that's pretty much the only thing I can criticize.
  3. SolarPanel
    Dec 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best stories in a video game. All the side missions are good and the same with the gameplay. The stun kills can get a little repetitive but otherwise the story is amazing, bosses are hard and provide a challenge, and combat is an absolute wonder to use.
  4. CarltonHenks
    Apr 8, 2021
    9
    I would say the indie game market is usually consistently better than AAA games, but God of War is an exceptional game that is an outlier in a bogged down and decaying AAA market. The narrative achieves thoughtful pacing and excellent character development, which succeeds on both a grounded and groundbreaking level. The gameplay is invigorating and satisfying, with a surprising amount ofI would say the indie game market is usually consistently better than AAA games, but God of War is an exceptional game that is an outlier in a bogged down and decaying AAA market. The narrative achieves thoughtful pacing and excellent character development, which succeeds on both a grounded and groundbreaking level. The gameplay is invigorating and satisfying, with a surprising amount of variety in how you approach combat. God Of War proves that AAA games can actually use their resources and make a quality game.… Expand
  5. Pottprinz
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Best Game I played till now. You can feel the story even when you are not a father yourself. The graphics are a masterpiece and I enjoyed everything. My first platin as well, when the game released.
  6. Ador1302
    Jan 28, 2021
    10
    That game was awesome. I didnt like the old god of wars but now I am a fan of god of war. I love this game. İt is amazing. I dont talk about game because its will take 2 days. This game is a musterpiece.
  7. MisteRPrO2000
    Dec 3, 2020
    8
    No es mi favorito, Pero el trabajo que hizo Santa Monica Studios para este juego es indudablemente fenomenal, bastante bueno
  8. Malzur
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    nothing in life is truly perfect, but sometimes capitalism gives us small glimpses of what perfection might feel, one of them was god of war
  9. FSanchez
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Diferente a los juegos anteriores de GOW, pero sin lugar a duda es uno de los mejores juegos que salieron para PS4. Lo jugué en 2018 y desde entonces no he encontrado un juego mejor que este.
  10. hughes26
    Dec 5, 2020
    10
    God of war is probably one of if not the best gaming experience I've had. The story is phenomenal with every beat hitting hard, and the characterisation of each person is so good it makes you feel empathy for the bad guys. Combat is fun, intuitive and feels flowing.
  11. thiagosrdg
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Jogo muito bom. Ótimos gráficos e a história muito interessante. Um dos melhores jogos disponíveis para PS4.
  12. Alireza03
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    Godavar is not the best game in terms of story, gameplay and graphics, fights and gameplay at the highest level and better than the most epic ، Hello, Santa Monica team, this game is definitely worth the experience
  13. subzik
    Mar 13, 2021
    10
    One of my favorite game. great plot, incredible combat system, music and graphics are great.
  14. Amirhoseinkbs
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    It's really fantastic game play and beautiful graphic. God of war is older exclusive sony
  15. LeoMux2004
    May 17, 2021
    9
    Esse jogo, apesar de ter mudado bastante em relação à trilogia clássica, ainda consegue ser um dos melhores exclusivos da Sony! Os gráficos são bonitos, os personagens são carismáticos, a ambientação e a trilha sonora são impecáveis. O que poderia melhorar é a jogabilidade, que eu achei bastante trunkada, mas de resto tá de parabéns! Esse jogo é indispensável para qualquer um que tenha umEsse jogo, apesar de ter mudado bastante em relação à trilogia clássica, ainda consegue ser um dos melhores exclusivos da Sony! Os gráficos são bonitos, os personagens são carismáticos, a ambientação e a trilha sonora são impecáveis. O que poderia melhorar é a jogabilidade, que eu achei bastante trunkada, mas de resto tá de parabéns! Esse jogo é indispensável para qualquer um que tenha um Playstation 4 em casa!… Expand
  16. Papizza199
    Jan 21, 2023
    10
    Emotional and thrilling game! Loved it.
    Combat and environment is immersive and very well designed.
  17. jackchilina
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    Totally masterpiece!
    Story, game mechanics all of them are perfect.
    This game touching the human soul
  18. Escaliber17
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    Hayatımda ilk defa bir oyunu iki kere oynadım. Daha iyisi yapılana kadar en iyi oyun
  19. TonyTiger1126
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. What else can I say that others haven't already said?
  20. LesandroBonucci
    Dec 14, 2020
    9
    Amazing story. Great stunning visuals, graphics is decent. Animations and cut-scenes are really good. Combat system is a bit cumbersome, especially on hard or max difficulty. It’s worth playing just to see this story.
  21. MrBushman
    Jan 11, 2021
    10
    Just go and play it already, before the next one comes out. Then play it again
  22. Christian9
    Dec 10, 2020
    9
    Una obra maestra, sistema de combate muy interesante! Con ganas de ver el Ragnarok!!
  23. Gokhanoztel
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OYUN HARİKA God of war serisini seven biri olarak çok seviyorum ama eski oyunlarını oynamayanlar da bu oyunu çok sevebilir.
    Oynanışı çok tatmin edici vuruş hissi harika
    Hikaye çok güzel işlenmiş, her şey tam yerli yerinde ama...
    Oyunun başında Baldurla dövüşürken herkesin aklımdan geçen şey “üf daha şimdiden böyleyse ilerde neler olcak” idi. Ama oyunda tek düzgün boss baldurdu ve thorun çocuklarıydı bu bakımdan yetersiz olmuş. Bi yandan hikayeye göre böyle gerekiyor    … Expand
  24. Micioide
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    this game teach me so much about the father/son relationship,
    the story is a masterpiece, the grapic is majestic,the gameplay is satisfying
    thanks Cory,thanks Santa Monica Studio
  25. Bivshtex007
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Unforgettable, life-changing experience. an absolute masterpiece of a game, Santa Monica Studio did an amazing job!
  26. shuuunt
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    briiliant game, the boss fights could have been a little better but some are truly remarkable.
  27. Anvarkhujaev
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Игра про детей и отцов. Сюжет необычный. Очевидно что это перевил к чему-то намного большему . Следующая часть должна быть просто огонь. Из мнусов отмечу долгий Фаст тревел. Иногда приходилась по 4 минуты гулять по корням в порталеИгра про детей и отцов. Сюжет необычный. Очевидно что это перевил к чему-то намного большему . Следующая часть должна быть просто огонь. Из мнусов отмечу долгий Фаст тревел. Иногда приходилась по 4 минуты гулять по корням в портале
  28. SpiiRiT_zRuby
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    God of War siempre fue una magnífica saga pero, siempre le faltaba algo de narrativa y Cory lo que hizo con este fue brutal y general obra maestra
  29. romanyx00
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    My first experience with God of War and I can tell it's amazing! True masterpiece one of the things people will remember PS4 of.
  30. Kidoble
    Dec 11, 2020
    8
    Notable!! buen juego, se ve genial gráficamente y merecidísimo goty, le sienta bien el reseteo a la saga.
  31. Damael6
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    An absolute Santa Monica Studio's opus magnum. Great gameplay, story and rewarding combat. Like every slasher game, regardless of difficulty you gonna go like through butter near the game's end but beside that: the game that every ps4 owner MUST play!
  32. Jlgtr
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    Un juego que te atrapa desde el primer momento en que lo juegas, para mi una experiencia increíble y muy satisfactoria. La narración te atrapa desde el primer momento, la manera de contarte la historia es simplemente asombrosa. La verdad no se que decir de este juego COMPRA OBLIGADA.
  33. emreguler
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    He's had the perfect batting feel. Ps is the best of your special games. forza gow.
  34. imvad
    Jan 19, 2021
    10
    моя первая игра на платформе ps. спасибо санта монике за этот опыт, сюжет и эмоции и дизлайк студии дубляжа, которые переводили "boy" как "сын"
  35. Vitalick
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Excellent ps4 game, all time is fun to play and well-set, sure one of the best games of the generation
  36. strangebrew123
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    I've only just come across this game due to covid lockdown...its great...especially at only £10! Great fun to play, decent graphics, storyline is ok, though some of the narrative from Mimir made me laugh out loud! Battles are great, though the very last Valkyrie, Sigrun, is tough! I liked the open-world-ish nature of the game, though if you can see it you should be able to walk over it!I've only just come across this game due to covid lockdown...its great...especially at only £10! Great fun to play, decent graphics, storyline is ok, though some of the narrative from Mimir made me laugh out loud! Battles are great, though the very last Valkyrie, Sigrun, is tough! I liked the open-world-ish nature of the game, though if you can see it you should be able to walk over it! Recommended… Expand
  37. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Great game! I've played the previous entries when I was younger (even if I reckon I did not had the age to do that) and I liked it and so, but always thought Kratos was an jerk and never related to him. For me, the previous entries where just an excuse to see gore and boobas on the PS2. But damn, this 2018 entry... I even started to like Kratos after that. Good freaking plot, and theGreat game! I've played the previous entries when I was younger (even if I reckon I did not had the age to do that) and I liked it and so, but always thought Kratos was an jerk and never related to him. For me, the previous entries where just an excuse to see gore and boobas on the PS2. But damn, this 2018 entry... I even started to like Kratos after that. Good freaking plot, and the badass father that Kratos has became kinda reminds me my own freaking badass father.… Expand
  38. dillontrembath
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Progression: 10/10
    Story, Characters, and Lore: 10/10
    Level Design: 8/10
    Side Content: 10/10
    Visuals and Atmosphere: 10/10
    Music: 9/10
    Performance and Bugs: 10/10
  39. Jackpotek
    Dec 14, 2020
    8
    fantastic graphics, phenomenal atmosphere, a bit short story, but the evolution from ordinary slasher deserves huge applause. worth buying.
  40. JarosGra
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    10/10 story
    10/10 new game direction
    9/10 graphics
    9/10 combat
    7/10 world
  41. FractalGrinder
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    God of War (2018) is one of the best games not only on the PlayStation 4 console but also the best restart of a certain game franchise. It is not an easy task not to make simply another sequel but to give a completely new storytelling, combat system, to create new characters - and at the same time - to show that this is still a game from the same franchise as previous God of War games.God of War (2018) is one of the best games not only on the PlayStation 4 console but also the best restart of a certain game franchise. It is not an easy task not to make simply another sequel but to give a completely new storytelling, combat system, to create new characters - and at the same time - to show that this is still a game from the same franchise as previous God of War games. Santa Monica did it splendidly.… Expand
  42. T88DPG
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    Played this game for hours and I don’t often say this but I could think I will play it again once I’ve finished! That’s how good it is.
  43. DevidHunter99
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Jogo pika d+. A interação dele com o GAROTO kk. E a melhor coisa do jogo adorei jogar esse jogo. E espero q o proximo seja melhor
  44. JoelArpal
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    My favourite PS4 game. It's been awesome to be in Kratos shoes in this new adventure.
  45. Russ340
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Really enjoyed playing it love the new reboot the contact is good it’s beautiful Norse mythology they nailed it the story is what really mattered to me and it was fantastic I do recommend playing on hard to give combat more then just button mash good gameplay good story one of my favorite ps4 games
  46. MrV_ID
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Από τα ομηρικά έπη ενός ημί-θεου Έλλην, στη μυθωδία ενός εκπατρισμένου πατέρα στο βορρά. Το "God of War" παραδίδει μια άρτια εκτελεσμένη εμπειρία — μεταμορφώνοντας ένα κουρασμένο franchise σε ένα από τα μεγαλύτερα αριστουργήματα της εποχής.

    From the Homeric epics of a Greek demigod to the myth of an expatriate father in the north. "God of War" delivers a well-executed experience —    Από τα ομηρικά έπη ενός ημί-θεου Έλλην, στη μυθωδία ενός εκπατρισμένου πατέρα στο βορρά. Το "God of War" παραδίδει μια άρτια εκτελεσμένη εμπειρία — μεταμορφώνοντας ένα κουρασμένο franchise σε ένα από τα μεγαλύτερα αριστουργήματα της εποχής.

    From the Homeric epics of a Greek demigod to the myth of an expatriate father in the north. "God of War" delivers a well-executed experience — transforming a tired franchise into one of the greatest masterpieces of our time.    … Expand
  47. Jordan__iBoss
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Increíble regreso de kratos, me gustó mucho la nueva narrativa, me parece que toman varias cosas de the last of us para bien
  48. Yasin1382
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    بهترین بازی عمرم رو دستش نیست گرافیک عالی گیم پلی عالیییی
  49. Samjadk8126
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    This game is very good. For a PS4 game ( 7 Year Old Hardware ) it looks great graphically, and the story is very powerful, telling the story of Keaton and his son, Atreus.

    We see their journey as they bond and fight many foes, including gods on their journey up to the highest peak in all the realms. There is a phenomenal amount of content in this game, with many people taking    This game is very good. For a PS4 game ( 7 Year Old Hardware ) it looks great graphically, and the story is very powerful, telling the story of Keaton and his son, Atreus.

    We see their journey as they bond and fight many foes, including gods on their journey up to the highest peak in all the realms.

    There is a phenomenal amount of content in this game, with many people taking approximately 30 hours to complete the story and ~50 hours to complete everything.

    I believe I am a reliable source as I have completed the story and a large amount of the side quests.    … Expand
  50. CounterSpider
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Lo único que me arrepiento es no haberlo probado antes, por favor, Si también has cometido este error y cuentas con una de las 2 últimas consolas de Sony, dale una oportunidad a esta experiencia inigualable.
  51. saad2
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    masssssssssster piece thaaaanks santa monica no one in the first trailer through this game going to beat rdr 2 and i think gow deserves goty for sure
  52. Gold_on
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    I wish i can delete this game from my memory so i can play it again with the same feeling when I played it for the first time
  53. Alixede
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    El juego esta muy bueno, tanto la historia como los personajes, banda sonora y jugabilidad son muy buenos en mi opinión,
  54. Jumper33
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Боевка, сюжет, напряжение. Все все в етой игре меня взбудоражило. Ета мифология где все переплетено, боги, великаны, ведьмы, люди. Игра настолько понравилась, что буду с нетерпением ждать продолжения истории. 10 из 10, очевидно.Боевка, сюжет, напряжение. Все все в етой игре меня взбудоражило. Ета мифология где все переплетено, боги, великаны, ведьмы, люди. Игра настолько понравилась, что буду с нетерпением ждать продолжения истории. 10 из 10, очевидно.
  55. peepoShy
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Me encanta el juego, la historia es muy buena y me encantó que cambiarán el gameplay y aún siga teniendo la misma esencia.
  56. IPlayEveryDay
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Probably the best PS4 exclusive I've ever played, it's been a long time since God of War 3, and it feels so fresh to see how different the game looks like, combat is so comfortable and really cool when doing combos, the puzzles are really well done, but my favorite part of all are the bosses, specially the Valkarye boss fights, really difficult yet so good
  57. OKatime
    Dec 21, 2020
    9
    *Apartado gráfico top de su generación.
    *Doblaje Latino fascinante.
    *Historia muy bien llevada. *Tiempos muertos super entretenidos con las historias de los personajes. *Misiones secundarias con bien elaboradas *Gameplay visualmente hermoso. *Controles de personajes estables y fácil es de comprender. *Niveles de dificultad acordé a las exigencias del jugador. *Duración del juego dentro del    *Apartado gráfico top de su generación.
    *Doblaje Latino fascinante.
    *Historia muy bien llevada.
    *Tiempos muertos super entretenidos con las historias de los personajes.
    *Misiones secundarias con bien elaboradas *Gameplay visualmente hermoso.
    *Controles de personajes estables y fácil es de comprender.
    *Niveles de dificultad acordé a las exigencias del jugador.
    *Duración del juego dentro del promedio.
    *Ambientacion de escenarios acordes con la historia.
    *Cada personaje aporta su propia personalidad.    … Expand
  58. naufal2113
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    what should i say ? the game is a masterpiece. when you see a negative review for this game, u can safely assume they are either xbox fangay or a retard
  59. ChunkDump
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    id give this game a **** 20 out of 10 on this scale. the game is the definition of damn near perfect. Kratos and son go on this EPIC journey. im aaaaall the way in. the only thing i had a problem with was the lack of variety of bosses. story is epic, all characters are memorable and fun. buy this game. well worth any price.
  60. Isman
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    GOD OF WAR ps 5 , Hades boss fight game play 4K Ultra HD God of war 3 remastered. https://shrinke.me/bWMLaCPI
  61. Grot265
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра всех времён, лучшая игра всех поколений и просто лучшая игра!!!
  62. kevcap09
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    God Of War è un passo avanti rispetto ai suoi predecessori, una trama fantastica e un sistema di combattimento strepitoso, oltre a delle Cut Scene degne di film.
  63. soahknam
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This is a masterpiece, a perfect game in every way. What else can complement this work of art? God of war was reinvented, improved and I see very difficult that Santa Monica can improve this great. You Must Play it !!!

    Story: 10+
    Gameplay 10+
    Music. 10 +
    Visuals 10 +

    Personal Score 10 + A master Piece !!
  64. murrayssj
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    genialidad pura, esas son las palabras con la que definiría god of war, la premisa parece bastante sencilla, un padre y su hijo que se disponen a ir a la montaña mas alta para esparcir las cenizas de su difunta esposa/madre, pero son los suceso que complican este sencillo viaje lo que le da la chispa de emoción a este trayecto.

    En termino de diseño, el diseño de enemigos esta bastante    genialidad pura, esas son las palabras con la que definiría god of war, la premisa parece bastante sencilla, un padre y su hijo que se disponen a ir a la montaña mas alta para esparcir las cenizas de su difunta esposa/madre, pero son los suceso que complican este sencillo viaje lo que le da la chispa de emoción a este trayecto.

    En termino de diseño, el diseño de enemigos esta bastante bien aunque e de decir que la variedad esta regular, mismo enemigos pero con un color diferente y elemento diferente, los escenarios son bastantes coloridos y llenos de flora y fauna (dependiendo de la zona en la que te encuentres), una paleta de colores bastante atractiva y con un detalle sublime,

    mirando mas a la jugabilidad, se nota el cambio extremo que hicieron en la cámara y en la jugabilidad misma, al principio el cambio se te hará incomodo si vienes de jugar los anteriores títulos la cámara situada un poco mas arriba del hombro de Kratos da como resultado una perspectiva mas intima incluso sintiendo la fuerza de cada golpe de Kratos, no encontraras la variedad de armas con la que estarás acostumbrado no obstante las que encontraras en el juego tiene variedad en movimientos, permitiéndote hacer las combinaciones que mejor se te acomoden a tu estilo de juego, hay enemigos que no le hará daño cierto tipo de arma por lo cual tendrás que cambiarla obligándote a jugar con ambas, la dificultad del juego la encontré un poco baja (jugando en la dificultad difícil) pero lo suficiente retador como para no aburrir

    notaras la evolución de Kratos con su hijo mientras avanzas en la historia encariñándote con ambos
    la banda sonora es bastante buena, poniendo los temas precisos en el momento preciso.

    para concluir god of war es un juego que podría considerarse arte, buenos gráficos buen gameplay, buena banda sonora y con una historia que te enamora mas y mas mientras avanzas en el juego    … Expand
  65. ErickSvieira
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    Sem palavras, gráfico, história, gameplay(que apesar de eu achar meio confusa, e bem diferente dos outros gow's) mto boa bem fluida. Sensacional, na espera pelo próximo gow.
  66. Vortexx96
    Dec 27, 2020
    9
    Such a great game!! Love the storyline and gameplay. Better than all this openworld **** you see nowadays
  67. mauaunot
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    One day I said: if I buy a PS5, I will buy God of War to play it, I am sure it does not disappoint me and that's how it was, the best way to release the console, b-r-u-t-a-l
  68. peanut_1223
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Christopher Judge, Sunny Suljic, Jeremy Davies, and Danielle Bisutti.These actors are forever going to be LEGENDS in the voice acting/video game history! God of War (2018) is a game that had me hooked for all 20 hours of the game, this is a revolutionary Video game that took a generic character bond and slammed it into a trash can by adding new, unique and amazing character bonds with aChristopher Judge, Sunny Suljic, Jeremy Davies, and Danielle Bisutti.These actors are forever going to be LEGENDS in the voice acting/video game history! God of War (2018) is a game that had me hooked for all 20 hours of the game, this is a revolutionary Video game that took a generic character bond and slammed it into a trash can by adding new, unique and amazing character bonds with a story that was one of the most memorable in gaming history.with an amazing father son bond between Kratos and Atreus that knew when to take it self serious and when to be fun and light hearted,I love this game,but besides the story, this game has the most fun, satisfying and brutal combat,.God of War (2018) is a masterpiece 10/10 (AMAZING GAME!)… Expand
  69. Vinicius01022o2
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo e ótimo de gráfico e historia cory barlog trabalhou muito bem nesse belo jogo… Expand
  70. BeeSting1
    Feb 7, 2022
    8
    Good

    - the co-op combat to build stagger between Arteus and Kratos is fun. Stagger kills were very satisfying to pull off. - many varieties of ways to fight. Hand-to-hand, chains of chaos, and axe. Each has their own unique play style, and uses for certain types of enemies. Cool upgrades on each weapon as well, giving diversity to the way you want to fight. Every attack felt powerful.    Good

    - the co-op combat to build stagger between Arteus and Kratos is fun. Stagger kills were very satisfying to pull off.
    - many varieties of ways to fight. Hand-to-hand, chains of chaos, and axe. Each has their own unique play style, and uses for certain types of enemies. Cool upgrades on each weapon as well, giving diversity to the way you want to fight. Every attack felt powerful.

    - the semi-open world was great. Not as linear as the old gows, but also not too big of a sand box to get overwhelmed.

    - parrying system was awesome. The reaction time they gave felt fair, and everytime I got a parry, it was satisfying, and if I didn't it usually felt fair.

    - rage mode was a useful way to clutch out fights, like an X factor. Also very satisfying to use.

    - characters voices and acting were designed very well. All movement and expressions felt real. The dwarfs were a nice comic relief.

    - Puzzles were generally fun to solve. Not too difficult, not too long.

    - throwing the axe around was fun.

    - There is a lot more focus on story, and the story was very interesting. The focus on parent and child dynamics was interesting.

    - the upgrading system was just the right amount of complexity for me. I would have hated if GoW went the route of heavy RPG like Assassin's creed did. Luckily it did not.

    Bad

    - the game felt a tad short, ended a little abruptly.
    - I don't like how the devs let you continue a boss fight in the middle if you died. It feels like cheating, like using a save state. I would have preferred restarting the boss fight from the beginning.

    - Would have liked to see more characters mentioned and make more cameos from the past, like Zeus, Athena, Gaia, Pandora, and the other Gods. Athena was a big part of Krato's story, yet she only showed up once in a vision.

    - not a lot of epic sky combat where Kratos is flying all over the place and fighting a huge monster. This only happened in like one or two fights. GoW 3 had a lot of these epic fights.    … Expand
  71. iCampoRamil
    May 29, 2021
    9
    La dificultad y la progresión están muy bien medidas y planteadas,
    Todo el tema del plano secuencia, la cinematografía es espectacular, el movimiento, las animaciones, lo visceral que es, está todo tan bien hecho que es una maravilla.
    Los personajes secundarios, las tramas secundarias, los giritos para contar la historia de Kratos, y bueno, el giro final es espectacular. Cosas buenas:    La dificultad y la progresión están muy bien medidas y planteadas,
    Todo el tema del plano secuencia, la cinematografía es espectacular, el movimiento, las animaciones, lo visceral que es, está todo tan bien hecho que es una maravilla.
    Los personajes secundarios, las tramas secundarias, los giritos para contar la historia de Kratos, y bueno, el giro final es espectacular.
    Cosas buenas: el combate, la violencia que desprende, la ambientación mitológica, todo lo técnico, y cómo no, la historia.
    Cosas malas: Lo mejor está por llegar.    … Expand
  72. livinmediocre
    Jan 13, 2022
    9
    I loved this game so much. I have never played a God of War game, never having had a PlayStation. But I finally got a PS5 and this is one of the games that topped the list of what I needed to play. And I'm so glad I did. I feel like I got a perfect idea of Kratos' character (I also watched and read a bunch about backstory before playing). I loved his relationship developing with Atreus andI loved this game so much. I have never played a God of War game, never having had a PlayStation. But I finally got a PS5 and this is one of the games that topped the list of what I needed to play. And I'm so glad I did. I feel like I got a perfect idea of Kratos' character (I also watched and read a bunch about backstory before playing). I loved his relationship developing with Atreus and Freya, and I can't WAIT to see what happens next in Ragnarok.… Expand
  73. Themismisimo
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    They loaned it to me and it cost me too much to have to return it, the game is too good
  74. Umersheikh
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    "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."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.… Expand
  75. Fortunaa
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Твёрдая 10 Игра шедевр Ожидаю Рагнарок возложено надежд супер много после прохождения этой чести Думал отойдя от классического Бога войны выйдет хуже но очень ошибся и прошёл трижды выбил платину
  76. Anthony234
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    Это одна из моих любимых игр. Есть золотое правило: если в игре шедевральное музыкальное сопровождение, то эта игра шедевр. И God of war, вновь подтверждает правоту этого правила. Серьезно, я даже нашел альбом и слушаю его иногда. И ту атмосферу, когда ты проходишь эту игру, не передать словами. В это нужно именно поиграть.Это одна из моих любимых игр. Есть золотое правило: если в игре шедевральное музыкальное сопровождение, то эта игра шедевр. И God of war, вновь подтверждает правоту этого правила. Серьезно, я даже нашел альбом и слушаю его иногда. И ту атмосферу, когда ты проходишь эту игру, не передать словами. В это нужно именно поиграть.
  77. AlexanderGrand
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    God of War series have a very good story and gameplay. With this game, they made a legend a bigger one. Thanks Santa Monica !
  78. 7sn_
    Jan 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is better game played in my life i love god of war game Integrated. story. Graphics. Game play. It's a masterpiece.… Expand
  79. Pollo657
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    Is amazing no words for this game (spanish) literalmente estás jugando una película es el mejor para mí el mejor juego de historia que he jugado en mi vida
  80. DanteDuval
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Игра поколения, которая не оставит равнодушным даже самого капризного геймера и этим все сказано!!!
  81. Jplays_07
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    MARVELOUS game, Im almost speechless lmao. Awesome Job by Cory Barlog and the rest of Santa Monica Studios. Im not really a series veteran, but this game just got me attracted. Even tho you might not know about the lore of this series, this game can really take some first-timers in. Speaking of first-timers, I heavily recommend this to you guys! A Must-play! Its a bit violent, but its moreMARVELOUS game, Im almost speechless lmao. Awesome Job by Cory Barlog and the rest of Santa Monica Studios. Im not really a series veteran, but this game just got me attracted. Even tho you might not know about the lore of this series, this game can really take some first-timers in. Speaking of first-timers, I heavily recommend this to you guys! A Must-play! Its a bit violent, but its more tolerable than the previous games and its more story-driven too. Once again, i applaud SM Studios for bringing the greatest adventures of Kratos and Atreus (Boi lol) to the players. … Expand
  82. mateus_bk
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    OMG ; All Gamers Should Play This Masterpiece ; Congratulation Santa Monica and Sony Intractive Entertainment
  83. Giraffeman
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    This is EXACTLY how you make a near perfect game. Literally everything in the God of War is done to peak perfection. It’s got an absolute legendary story to tell, very strong, fun and engaging combat, and looks beautiful. You go on an adventure like no other. The characters are all very well written and the voice acting is incredible. It took me about 20 or so hours to beat, and onceThis is EXACTLY how you make a near perfect game. Literally everything in the God of War is done to peak perfection. It’s got an absolute legendary story to tell, very strong, fun and engaging combat, and looks beautiful. You go on an adventure like no other. The characters are all very well written and the voice acting is incredible. It took me about 20 or so hours to beat, and once you’re done you still have the option to take on many side quests, find collectibles, scavenge for more items and upgrades. The game has a surprising depth to its many usable gear, armor, perks, stat boosts, just about everything you could expect. God of War comes with many features you’d expect in a game of its caliber. It’s got the usual new game + for second playthroughs, a ton of menus for seeing any extra miscellaneous items, difficulty settings, and so on and so forth. I love everything there is to love about God of War, and I would consider this to be one of the best experiences I’ve had in all my many years of playing video games. I would highly recommend anyone who likes games in general to go and play this masterpiece right now.

    Overall score: 9.8    … Expand
  84. Chrisrog00
    Jan 11, 2021
    10
    A marvelous and fantastic game, it has everything a masterpiece needs: narrative, graphics, soundtrack, memorable moments, action, and more. It is a must to play for every gamer; God of War is a culmination of the last generation of consoles and videogames.
  85. Marcexplay
    Jan 29, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juego increíble me encanta su historia y su gran jugabilidad espero con muchas ansias god of war rainarok… Expand
  86. Guados
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My Top PS4/PS5 Games
    1. Ghost of Tsushima 9,7/10
    2. God of War 9,5/10
    3. Other for TOP3 Meme    … Expand
  87. eodnclfck
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    진짜 내가 살면서 해본게임중에 최고 절대 안바뀔듯 메기솔이 최고였는데 이거로 바뀌고나서는 젤다를 하든 슈퍼마리오 오디세이를 하든 절대 안바뀜 진짜 인생게임
  88. GodofSky
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    The over-the-shoulder perspective is out of balance with the level design Sometimes it's confusing。。。。。。
  89. Magilla07
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    This game is a work of art. I often found myself standing during the climatic portions of the game, the gameplay was that compelling. Plus the story is better than cinema movie releases.
  90. 074528648q
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Это лучшая игра в мире который я когда либо видел, самая душераздирающая игра в моей жизни, я уже наиграл 100 часов и 5 раз перепроходил игру(на разных уровнях сложности) и ни капли не надоело играть, о боже это чуть ли ни идеальная игра маст-хев на все времена, это сочная и проработанная боёвка, этот проработанный и очень красивый мир, эти интересные истории, и конечно же это интригующийЭто лучшая игра в мире который я когда либо видел, самая душераздирающая игра в моей жизни, я уже наиграл 100 часов и 5 раз перепроходил игру(на разных уровнях сложности) и ни капли не надоело играть, о боже это чуть ли ни идеальная игра маст-хев на все времена, это сочная и проработанная боёвка, этот проработанный и очень красивый мир, эти интересные истории, и конечно же это интригующий сюжет с каждым разом и с каждым шагом, это просто великопная игра и в неё должен поиграть каждый человек который может себе позволить PS 4, не слушайте никого просто сядте и играйте и вы увидите то что не видели раньше в играх и да хочется больше больше сюжета и гемплея которого я кстати получу конечно же в продолжении God of War Ragnarok 10/10… Expand
  91. grantjackson112
    Aug 30, 2023
    9
    One of the best games i've ever played. Gameplay, story, weapon customization, boss fights. Everything is great.
  92. Arshia_salmania
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    It can be said that this game is nothing but a masterpiece, graphically in terms of story, in terms of music and everything, this game is great and I hope God of war Ragnarok is as big as God of war 4 . I think the god of war Ragnarok will be better than all the god of wars and there is no doubt about it .
  93. Kratos17526
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Simplemente majestuoso, con el simple hecho de haber logrado cambiar por completo la dinámica del combate de los Gow anteriores merece esta puntuación, no exagero al decir que esto se puede notar simplemente al usar el arma principal (hacha leviathan) la sensación que da de que pueda ir y volver es única, sumando a muchísimos movimientos y combos que se abren con esta, la historia es másSimplemente majestuoso, con el simple hecho de haber logrado cambiar por completo la dinámica del combate de los Gow anteriores merece esta puntuación, no exagero al decir que esto se puede notar simplemente al usar el arma principal (hacha leviathan) la sensación que da de que pueda ir y volver es única, sumando a muchísimos movimientos y combos que se abren con esta, la historia es más profunda y nos da a entender que el personaje (Kratos) está cambiando, ha crecido y nosotros también, ya no es una matanza sin freno de monstruos, ahora lo motivación no es la venganza, pero eso no quita la única forma en la que Kratos sabe pelear, sigue siendo sangriento, sigue siendo excesivo, al final sigue siendo Kratos, pero con un papel muy distintos del que tenía en los anteriores juegos… Expand
  94. A2thaMo
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Amazing action game. Fantastic gameplay and a fun story. Made me a fan of the series after not loving the original trilogy
  95. Narukami
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    What a good game, they change the gameplay perspective but still make it good and fresh
  96. Deathbyrope
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Never got around to rating this game but it goes without saying it's outstanding. Just replayed it again and it still manages to be exceptional even in 2021. I can't wait for ragnarok, and if you haven't played this game, you are truly missing out. The combat, scenery, story and atmosphere are top notch. I wasn't much of a fan of the earlier entries, but this one knocked it out of the park.
  97. ConnorDBH94
    Jan 27, 2021
    10
    Me ha dejado satisfecho para lo que ofreció, aunque, me hubiese gustado un DLC o expansión, su música, ver a uno de los videojuegos que más me gustan, nuevamente, completarlo, sacarle todos los trofeos, encariñarme y amar nuevos personajes, ambientanción y mitología, es un digno videojuego que no necesita multijugador ni nada más que el hecho de envolverte en una historia donde la hacesMe ha dejado satisfecho para lo que ofreció, aunque, me hubiese gustado un DLC o expansión, su música, ver a uno de los videojuegos que más me gustan, nuevamente, completarlo, sacarle todos los trofeos, encariñarme y amar nuevos personajes, ambientanción y mitología, es un digno videojuego que no necesita multijugador ni nada más que el hecho de envolverte en una historia donde la haces con cada avance. Amo God Of War, si hay algo nalo que debo decir más allá de que llegue a su fin, es que agregasen más trofeos, tanto extras como los estandares o más conte ido y enemigos variables… Expand
  98. Groza1501
    Feb 5, 2021
    9
    Anyone who has Playstation is simply obliged to complete this game. And don't ask why? It's just a super interesting, beautiful game.
  99. agapokolo
    Feb 8, 2021
    9
    This game is a masterpiece. It contains a great story with interesting characters and plot, an engaging dark souls-inspired combat system and an amazing atmosphere, having a rich world with incredible visuals, accompanied by a lifting soundtrack. My only complaint is the lack of enemy and boss variety, though it is a minor flaw which hardly makes the experience any less enjoyable.
  100. Frost_Cube
    Jan 30, 2021
    9
    I was a bit sceptical when I saw that they had completely revamped the combat and now had a escort mission vibe but after seeing the critic reviews I got this game finished it in 20+ hrs and I loved every minute of it.
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 118
  3. 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. 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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