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  1. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that lived up to all the hype from the reviews. Made an account here just to give this game the 10/10 it deserves.
  2. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Created an account just for this brief review.

    I have been playing games since 1988, and never in my life have I played anything like this. I used to think there isn't a such thing as a "perfect" game, except maybe A Link to the Past, but this game is perfect. Every aspect (direction, acting, writing, music, etc...) is polished to such a high degree, it's absurd. Haven't beaten
    Created an account just for this brief review.

    I have been playing games since 1988, and never in my life have I played anything like this.

    I used to think there isn't a such thing as a "perfect" game, except maybe A Link to the Past, but this game is perfect. Every aspect (direction, acting, writing, music, etc...) is polished to such a high degree, it's absurd.

    Haven't beaten the main campaign just yet, but it has already eclipsed my favorite game of all time, Final Fantasy VII, which held the top spot for 20 years. It is, simply put, the greatest video game I have ever played in my entire life.

    10/10.

    Masterpiece.
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  3. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    GOW is among the Best games for PS4. The storytelling is thrilling and the Combat system is engaging and challenging. This is Not a smash button hack’n slash, instead a fast paced "strategic" combat game. (Based on “Give me a challenge” difficult level)
  4. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    True perfection, an amazing journey with lots to do and see and all wrapped up in the best graphics you will see anywhere today, if you haven’t got it, go get it!
  5. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Awesome! A real deal MASTERPIECE! I long time ago waiting this game and surprises me a lot! RECOMMEND!
  6. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Created an account just to review this game. It is stunning in every respect. Great graphics, combat feels great, setting and story are well constructed.
  7. Apr 28, 2018
    10
    Great game! Tons to do. Worth every penny. Takes time to get used to combat but it's fun, nonetheless.
  8. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    The Game is not pitch perfect but the mistakes it has is way too small when compared to its achievements. It deserves a 10/10 score just to get the reboot kicked on right track. The story narration adds complexity to the Kratos character. the history of Kratos from previous installations is pretty rich lore but his character arc was lacking majorly. This game gets the character arc to theThe Game is not pitch perfect but the mistakes it has is way too small when compared to its achievements. It deserves a 10/10 score just to get the reboot kicked on right track. The story narration adds complexity to the Kratos character. the history of Kratos from previous installations is pretty rich lore but his character arc was lacking majorly. This game gets the character arc to the level and still manages to maintain the grandiose of the lore. The visual art in this game is simplly mesmerizing and me as a gamer could feel the 1000s of hours of work put into every little detail. This is definitely the system seller for PS and a strong GOTY contender for 2018. Expand
  9. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Jogo excelente!
    A jogabilidade mudou,mas continua frenetica como God of War sempre foi! Ao decorrer do jogo,Kratos tem acesso a varias habilidades e golpes diferentes. Além disso o jogo conta com uma boa variedade de inimigos,te obrigando a usar outras estrategias de combate,seja esquivando,usando mais o parry,defesa,a ajuda do Atreus,combos diferentes etc (qualquer coisa além disso seria
    Jogo excelente!
    A jogabilidade mudou,mas continua frenetica como God of War sempre foi! Ao decorrer do jogo,Kratos tem acesso a varias habilidades e golpes diferentes. Além disso o jogo conta com uma boa variedade de inimigos,te obrigando a usar outras estrategias de combate,seja esquivando,usando mais o parry,defesa,a ajuda do Atreus,combos diferentes etc (qualquer coisa além disso seria spoiler)
    Uma coisa muito importante é que o jogo não é "filminho",embora no começo tenha muitas cutscenes,depois o jogo te oferece uma tonelada de gameplay! O mapa é semi mundo aberto,cheio de lugares para se explorar,com miitos inimigos,itens,tesouros e side quests,onde você consegue runas,armaduras e XP,além de conhecer mais sobre o mundo,mitologia e personagens.
    A história é muito bem contada,bem amarrada e interessante!
    Tem um gráfico muito bom,tiveram cuidado com os detalhes.
    Você nem percebe onde tem loading.
    Enfim,recomento muito esse jogo! Pra mim é facilmente o melhor exclusivo do PS4 e um dos melhores da geração!
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  10. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Damn.... i never vote here my entire life... but for GoW i have to join the Metacritic page to give 10 out of 10 because this is what it simple deserve. 0 points gave only the salty xgirl fraction that not even play the game. I love the game as an old fan.
  11. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    I think, that this game is gorgeous, amazingly emotional and unbelievably beautiful. Cory Barlog and all team members, that have been worked on this masterpiece, Thank You. When you think of this game in programmer perspective you will see only 0 and 1, but how many souls have been put into those numbers.
  12. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    The best Game for the last 10 years
    Graphics is a next gen on past gen,combat system chicly develops the whole game,the plot is interesting the whole game
  13. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    For 20 years, he has been waiting for such a quality game. I can not get involved, simply can not do better. I look forward to the next part!
  14. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    It's a mix of witcher 3, senuas sacrifice with story telling on the level of the last of us, and an environment and graphics that are even better than horizon zero dawn (ps4 pro), which takes some doing. A must play game basically.
  15. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I bought the game with a little skepticism , little by little I discovered that the game new mechanic is Actually pretty good, it has depth and narrative. astonishing graphics. There are no micro transactions, no anticipated dlcs, is a full story for the amount of money you pay, no skins for the weapons and other stupid teenager things as emotes or cosmetic paid items. Maybe, this game is fro grown ups like me and teenagers would not like it. But it sets a mark and a dent in video game industry... hope they hear the call CREATE PRODUCTS WITH CONTENT! DO NOT SELL EMPTY LICENSES! as EA battle front, overwatch or fortnite, I am pesonally tired of shooters and fps ... rat kid games rule is overBy the HAND AND boot of Kratos. Expand
  16. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games that I´ve ever played, its exquisite, every battle and every moment, this game is epic and that word its too short to describe the real feeling and the beauty of this exciting adventure. Expand
  17. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely remarkable. I recommend it to all my friends. There are a lot of pathetic trolls or xbox fan boys who are giving the game 0s and 1s, but in truth it is the best playstation exclusive to date and may just be the game of the generation. IT NOT ONLY IS A GOD OF WAR GAME BUT PERFECTS EVERYTHING THE OTHERS FALTERED IN!!! Expand
  18. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    If your here for any sort of informative review about this game i would steer clear of anything that rates this game below a 7 or 8. i know everyone is entitled to there own opinion but there are a few phrases youll find in common in bad reviews, and they are pretty laughable. its obvious that these people havent played the game and are regurgitating whatever slander they see or hear.If your here for any sort of informative review about this game i would steer clear of anything that rates this game below a 7 or 8. i know everyone is entitled to there own opinion but there are a few phrases youll find in common in bad reviews, and they are pretty laughable. its obvious that these people havent played the game and are regurgitating whatever slander they see or hear. things like mindless hack n slash full of QTEs and a bad mixture of the last of us and dark souls just not challenging. first off i have encountered maybe 2 QTEs in my current playthrough and the combat is very satisfying and deep with the amount combos and rune attacks you can perform, my ONLY gripe with it is that i wish there were more grab and special axe kills on executions but thats it. and anyone whos played this on the highest difficulty will know it is hard as **** and the only thing this game and the last of us have in common is that you play as an older protagonist who travels with a younger companion. also ive even seen comments about how these people have finished the game and are done with it 9 hours. seriously?? this game has at LEAST 30 hours of content, with minimal fluff. anyone who plays this game will see that it is at the very least a solid game. i believe that it is a phenomenal game and a very strong entry in PlayStation's library of exclusives. Expand
  19. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    the best game I have ever played in my life , by far a beautiful storyline, just finished the game and it feels great that the characters finished their journey after all as the game pulls you into its reality with kratos and Atrius relationship.. I would wait 5 more years if there is another one. By far the best game and I can't stress that enough. thank you to the development team, youthe best game I have ever played in my life , by far a beautiful storyline, just finished the game and it feels great that the characters finished their journey after all as the game pulls you into its reality with kratos and Atrius relationship.. I would wait 5 more years if there is another one. By far the best game and I can't stress that enough. thank you to the development team, you guys mastered the gaming experience and just took it to a brand new level. Expand
  20. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    God of War is so much more than a video game. This game delivers on every aspect. Story, gameplay, graphics. Not only is this the best game of the generation but it’s the most complete game to maybe ever be released. I’m worried no game will be able to match what God of War has accomplished. An easy 10/10
  21. Apr 25, 2018
    10
    **** amazing buy it **** amazing buy it **** amazing buy it **** amazing buy it **** amazing buy it
  22. Apr 29, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece. Of all my years gaming, this one is truly something special. The combat is absolutely satisfying. Combos, and juggles are fun to learn. Mix up your attacks with the kid, while dodging and parrying. Everything just flows so beautifully. The world is well crafted together. Beautiful locations with outstanding graphics. Very fun to explore. Those who love collecting will loveA masterpiece. Of all my years gaming, this one is truly something special. The combat is absolutely satisfying. Combos, and juggles are fun to learn. Mix up your attacks with the kid, while dodging and parrying. Everything just flows so beautifully. The world is well crafted together. Beautiful locations with outstanding graphics. Very fun to explore. Those who love collecting will love this game. You actually feel a strong calling to collect everything you can. Puzzles are well done and fun to figure out. Story and lore is fantastic. Santa Monica Studio just became the best playstation dev team, and God Of War just became my new favorite game of all time. It is simply magic.

    Kratos is back and he's back with a vengeance.
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  23. Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Through its expansive, lore-filled world, majestic set pieces, addictive gameplay and exceptional dialogue writing, God of War has redefined itself as the epitome of modern video games. I always felt sad that Sony Santa Monica chose to milk the God of War franchise, through the previous 6 games, each one having the same gameplay mechanics and labyrinthine story. However, that has allThrough its expansive, lore-filled world, majestic set pieces, addictive gameplay and exceptional dialogue writing, God of War has redefined itself as the epitome of modern video games. I always felt sad that Sony Santa Monica chose to milk the God of War franchise, through the previous 6 games, each one having the same gameplay mechanics and labyrinthine story. However, that has all changed, and for the better. Every moment of this game feels polished, whether Kratos is having a conversation with his son, or slaying a massive beast. The storytelling is great, the combat is addictive, and surprisingly strategic. You are not mindlessly slaughtering all the Gods anymore, and you see that reflect in Kratos' choices across the game. All I want to say is, go play this game. A lot of people put a lot of their talent and time into it, and it is a masterpiece. Expand
  24. Apr 25, 2018
    10
    I never played this game but the box cover is absolutely gorgeous ! Love Metacritic GOTY :love:
  25. Jun 22, 2019
    10
    Hikayesi ile, çekim tekniği ile, savaş mekanikleri ile gelmiş geçmiş oynadığım en iyi oyunlardan kesinliklikle. Cory Barlog'un seri için geri dönmesi gerçekten çok iyi olmuş. Seri şâhâ kalktı, ve 2.oyunu ile gümbür gümbür geliyor.
  26. May 30, 2019
    10
    BEST GAME EVER!!!!!
    A special approach from developers has led this game to market leadership
    KEEP IT UP SANTA MONICA STUDIO
  27. May 28, 2019
    10
    I played RDR2 before GoW and was confused why GoW is game of the year. But recently I finally beat last Valkyrie after main plot of course and realized that probably new God of War is game of the generation. Awesome graphics, physics, interesting story, not trivial side-quests, cool end game activities(I played about 20h after beating main plot. And 20h is a timeline for a quite goodI played RDR2 before GoW and was confused why GoW is game of the year. But recently I finally beat last Valkyrie after main plot of course and realized that probably new God of War is game of the generation. Awesome graphics, physics, interesting story, not trivial side-quests, cool end game activities(I played about 20h after beating main plot. And 20h is a timeline for a quite good single player game). So must play for all! Expand
  28. May 27, 2019
    10
    Amazing best god of war ever.game of the year.gameplay story music 100%
    Can wait for the next one
  29. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    God of war is an unic experience that defines this entire generation of games
  30. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    THE goat is this game and it must get every single award at any event of games for now on
  31. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    Best game ever created is not enough for a game like this god of war puts all the gaming industry to shame
  32. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    best game of the history in general this game is my favorite of all time now
  33. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    Santa Monica is the best studio in this greedy industry and this is the best game of the generation
  34. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    AT the end of the day god of war shows everyone how to get the perfect game experience
  35. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    This art is the perfect example of what games means for this world and GOD OF WAR takes this to the next level the game of the generation
  36. Jan 6, 2019
    10
    God of War is the best game ever made period let's see if other games can match it
  37. Jan 7, 2019
    10
    God of war is almost as good as your favorite fame of all time and perhaps even more if you give it a shot
  38. Jan 7, 2019
    10
    Gaming today is no longer considered a form of art as it used to be but god of war stands once again for the whole gaming industry
  39. Jan 7, 2019
    10
    ART like this is the reason of why many love video games in such a beautiful way
  40. Apr 26, 2019
    10
    God of War, o jogo mais aguardado de 2018, chega de forma triunfal e coloca novamente a franquia no topo das atenções. Os receios em relação às mudanças se extinguem nas primeiras horas, mostrando como se mescla elementos que consagraram a franquia com inovações que caíram como uma luva. O jogo encanta tanto pela mecânica lendária, como pelos gráficos extraordinários. Kratos retorna aoGod of War, o jogo mais aguardado de 2018, chega de forma triunfal e coloca novamente a franquia no topo das atenções. Os receios em relação às mudanças se extinguem nas primeiras horas, mostrando como se mescla elementos que consagraram a franquia com inovações que caíram como uma luva. O jogo encanta tanto pela mecânica lendária, como pelos gráficos extraordinários. Kratos retorna ao trono com um título obrigatório para seus fãs. Expand
  41. Apr 26, 2019
    10
    The best game of all. In the game, everything became better... The plot is chic, the gameplay is gorgeous. The music is gorgeous. The script is gorgeous. Everything in the game is gorgeous.
  42. Jun 2, 2019
    10
    one word..................................................................
    Wow!
  43. Apr 27, 2019
    10
    This is a very cool game with good graphics. The plot makes and rejoice, and smile, and get angry, and sad. Separately, I would like to mention music. She is magical and beautiful. Boss fights are very epic. Must-play game
  44. Apr 26, 2019
    10
    Thanks Cory Barlog for this wonderful master piece!!! Its look like movie and It should be do a movie
  45. Apr 26, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor juego que jugué hasta ahora, me encanto la acción frenética las masacres de enemigos es genial la como siempre todo comienzo de God of War es impactante de lo mejor en lo narrativo quiero más juegos así y en especial de la zaga no te decepciona a cala lugar que vas hay algo interesante belleza de juego el plano secuencia es lo más increíble por la inmersión, la dificultad máxima te da la mayor experiencia, desatas el infierno conforme vas avanzando en la aventura

    El juego se lleva cabo en el periodo de premigración germánica cuando, según la mitología escandinava, los dioses aún caminaban en la Tierra. Si te gusta la mitología nórdica y conoces su historia, te aseguro que disfrutarás la experiencia más que el resto, pues te cuenta de dioses, sus historias, peleas familiares y traiciones y chismes divinos. En esta reseña trataré de no spoilear puntos importantes de la trama del juego, pues es uno de sus mejores aspectos y es muy fácil arruinarla porque desde el inicio se revelan cosas que el jugador debe descubrir por sí mismo. Lo que sí diré es que el argumento está sorprendentemente bien contado y tiene momentos realmente emotivos que la convierten en una de las mejores formas de contar una historia en un videojuego, ah y un final que nos dejará desarrollando teorías cierto tiempo.

    La trama no sólo se desarrolla a través de cortes cinemáticos, sino que la relación entre Kratos y Atreus se forma durante caminatas, peleas y viajes en bote. Es muy interesante ver la interacción entre personalidades tan dispares con diálogos tan bien escritos y actuados. Las animaciones faciales y corporales son simplemente extraordinarios y la actuación de voz (en inglés; no lo jugué en español) es impecable. La voz de Kratos (Christopher Judge) es uno de los mejores castings de voz de los últimos tiempos, Atreus (Sunny Suljic) lo hace excelente y la interacción entre ambos es muy creíble y bien hecha.

    Uno de los logros más grandes de God of War es que desde el primer cuadro hasta el último, todo se lleva a cabo en plano secuencia, lo que significa que no hay cortes en ninguna parte, incluyendo batallas y todos los demás aspectos de gameplay. En papel, esto parece una simple técnica artística, pero en la práctica hace que la experiencia sea más inmersiva y añade un sentimiento de presencia que no sólo resulta muy agradable, sino que ayuda a establecer el ritmo del juego.

    Uno de los logros más grandes de God of War es que desde el primer cuadro hasta el último, todo se lleva a cabo en plano secuencia, lo que significa que no hay cortes en ninguna parte, incluyendo batallas y todos los demás aspectos de gameplay. En papel, esto parece una simple técnica artística, pero en la práctica hace que la experiencia sea más inmersiva y añade un sentimiento de presencia que no sólo resulta muy agradable, sino que ayuda a establecer el ritmo del juego.

    el combate se veía diferente respecto a las entregas anteriores. Esto es verdad sólo al principio, porque empieza con un ritmo pausado para que elijas a cada uno de tus contrincantes y decidas en qué dirección lanzar los golpes. Conforme avanzas, el sistema de batalla es cada vez más suelto y en un punto te darás cuenta de que estás jugando un God of War hecho y derecho, lleno de acción visceral y de que lo único que cambió fue el posicionamiento de la cámara. Esto no significa que una vez avanzado el juego solo luches de esta manera, sino que deberás adaptarte a cada enemigo o grupo de enemigos y, cada vez, tendrás que elegir si te conviene pelear de una forma más pausada o si lo conveniente es desatar el infierno por todos lados. En el combate pausado tendrás que aprender patrones de los oponentes para poder esquivarlos y atacar, y, aunque no llega a ser tan estratégico como un Dark Souls (lo siento, la comparación es inevitable), es más suelto y “divertido”. Por su parte, el modo de combate lleno de acción tiene la brutalidad que conoces de un God of War, con ejecuciones sangrientas y diferentes para cada enemigo y, aunque son geniales, después de combatir hordas de las mismas criaturas tienden a tornarse repetitivas.

    Desde su anuncio fue claro que God of War sería un nuevo comienzo para la serie: el dios de la guerra dejó atrás la mitología griega (porque la exterminó) para dejarse la barba, mudarse, poner su casa en medio de los bosques de la mitología nórdica y empezar una familia. Todos estos cambios no significan que el juego haya olvidado su esencia, pues a pesar de todo, tiene lo suficiente para sentirse familiar. El combate visceral y violento, los personajes carismáticos y un elevadísimo valor de producción están presentes y, en algunas áreas, mejores que nunca.

    En esta nueva entrega Kratos es acompañado por su hijo Atreus, a quien deberá enseñar a sobrevivir en los 9 mundos viva
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  46. Apr 27, 2019
    10
    Never played or knew anything about the previous God of War titles. This game introduced me and now has got me invested into the God of War series. Amazing graphics, amazing story, amazing game play, and amazing lore. A must play for everyone. I am now a God of War fan.
  47. May 18, 2019
    10
    Очень крутая игра! Не любил серию GOW, но это часть прям зашла! Сюжет держит до конца.
  48. May 26, 2019
    10
    Probably the best in the whole genertion and of course one of the best in history with its superb combat deep story and high graphics it will take you to a new world that you havent seen ever before
  49. May 30, 2019
    10
    Perfect Story,Suber gameplay. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  50. May 30, 2019
    10
    I buyed this game because a friend told me to do IT...im bot regret IT!
    The most impresive God of war in The serie!
  51. May 31, 2019
    10
    This game is truly the best game the PS4 has to offer. If you haven't already played this, you are truly missing out. A great story with phenomenal characters. 10/10
  52. Jun 5, 2019
    10
    My favorite game of all time! Everything done in this reboot is perfection and it is a masterpiece personified!
  53. Jun 6, 2019
    10
    This was a total experience like as good as the best movie Hollywood can make, and the best gameplay in a long time.
  54. Jun 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo incrível, mundo aberto à exploração, gráficos maravilhosos, história fodastica, pois mistura mitologia nórdica com grega, jogabilidade perfeita etc etc etc Expand
  55. Jun 19, 2019
    10
    An epic story driven game that is a masterclass in making linear game-play feel more open. The graphics are nothing short of stunning especially with the PS4 Pro enhancements. The father, son relationship that runs through the game kept me gripped until the end. It is really satisfying dealing blows with your axe as Kratos while your son jumps around raining arrows down on enemies from theAn epic story driven game that is a masterclass in making linear game-play feel more open. The graphics are nothing short of stunning especially with the PS4 Pro enhancements. The father, son relationship that runs through the game kept me gripped until the end. It is really satisfying dealing blows with your axe as Kratos while your son jumps around raining arrows down on enemies from the sidelines. The game is a worthy addition to a truly amazing series. If you like God of War and story driven games this is for you. Expand
  56. Jun 20, 2019
    10
    Exciting spectacular fascinating journey,passing which felt a certain relief and satisfaction.Thank you for the Titanic work in creating this game,from me 10 points.With Russia with love.
  57. Jun 20, 2019
    10
    Must have in ps4 collection . Its best game with reason . This is my 6th full walktrough of game in 1 year, so yea its that good. Reminds me to ocarina of time masterpeace in build and value of game. Perfection
  58. Jul 7, 2019
    10
    This is an amazing game. For veterans of the series, this is a breath of fresh air. For newcomers, this is a great entry to the series. This does a great job to inform newcomers of Kratos' past by giving you enough of his backstory. However, veterans will better understand Kratos' struggle to keep his son safe.

    The combat in the game is great, the visuals are stunning and the characters
    This is an amazing game. For veterans of the series, this is a breath of fresh air. For newcomers, this is a great entry to the series. This does a great job to inform newcomers of Kratos' past by giving you enough of his backstory. However, veterans will better understand Kratos' struggle to keep his son safe.

    The combat in the game is great, the visuals are stunning and the characters are interesting. This is a must play if you own a PS4.
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  59. Jul 9, 2019
    10
    Best of its kind. Long story. Best graphics. Balanced gameplay. Flipped everyone in his head.
  60. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Hands down one of the best God of War in the series. From an intriguing storyline to jaw dropping set pieces and perfect combat controls, this reboot is a perfect example of how a reboot should be done.
  61. Apr 21, 2018
    10
    Great reboot for a long successfull franchise. What can i say i love every second spent with Kratos and his son and if i could i’d play it all day/night long. Haven’t got such urge to play a game since The Witcher 3.
  62. Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Great story telling , Incredible graphic , flawless combat system , sound and music over the top what you waiting for lad go buy it and play it already . Also fell sad for your Xbox fanboy
  63. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    It has been a while since i have played a game that is as amazing and inspiring as this. 10/10
  64. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Saying God of War is an excellent game is putting it mildly. Before release, Most people were worried about the cinematic element and the ostensibly slow combat, bizarre thing is most of them did not even own a PS4 and had not played any previous games from this visceral series. Now after finishing this game, I can say that this is my favorite game of the 8th generation of consoles, tiedSaying God of War is an excellent game is putting it mildly. Before release, Most people were worried about the cinematic element and the ostensibly slow combat, bizarre thing is most of them did not even own a PS4 and had not played any previous games from this visceral series. Now after finishing this game, I can say that this is my favorite game of the 8th generation of consoles, tied with Witcher 3 of course. The single camera shot really accentuates the jaw dropping feeling in boss battles and makes you feel closer to the characters.
    Enemies feel widely varied and the Leviathan axe is one of the best weapons in gaming. By that I don't mean it's overpowered or anything. There are amazing customizations that make every one of your wildest wishes with the weapon come true. And pressing Triangle to recall it from anywhere is as great of a feeling as you think it is. The game is hard though. But you'll enjoy it even if you're not the most skilled player out there. This is the best I can do without spoiling the game and I think it will be a disservice to the creators and the players alike since it's very easily spoiled. Just play this game and you will understand what I'm saying.
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  65. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I only said one thing, thank you Cory Barlog. GOD OF WAR is a masterpiece! The best game I've played in PS4.
  66. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece! Good story, great graphics, great game mechanics and very good music. What else are u looking for ? Just buy it, if u dont have a PS4, buy a PS4 :) One of the best games i have ever played. Thank u Sony, thank u Santa Monica Studios !
  67. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Sensacional! História, jogabilidade, gráficos, performance, tudo muito bem feito. Com certeza um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, recomendadíssimo!
  68. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    kratos a dad???just epic!!epic story,great battle with cool abilities,great visuals and sounds!!
  69. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Play Dark Souls with drums, legs or other parts of your body if you like, but this game is made exclusively "for the players" right hands with Dualshock 4. GOTY 2018!
  70. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I love this game. It has much cool games mechanics and interesting storyline. No microtransactions and other garbage
  71. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    excelente vídeo juego felicidades a santa monica y sony por crear este grandisimo juego , por otra parte dejemos el odio de otros gamers usuarios de x compañía, seamos mas unidos menos haterismo
  72. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Simply the best game in the series... Is because this kind of titles i love the video games.
    Unbelievable fun combat mechanics, addictive progression, outstanding narrative and history, stunning graphics...

    It is with Breath of the wild, the best title in this generation.
  73. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Anybody that gives this game less than a 9 did just have not played this game or can't because it's a PS4 exclusive. The ones giving it 0's are trolls with nothing better to do. Now on to the review this game is perfection literately, it satisfies all types hardcore gamers, with it's give me a challenge difficulty, gamers that like to torture themselves with the give me a god difficulityAnybody that gives this game less than a 9 did just have not played this game or can't because it's a PS4 exclusive. The ones giving it 0's are trolls with nothing better to do. Now on to the review this game is perfection literately, it satisfies all types hardcore gamers, with it's give me a challenge difficulty, gamers that like to torture themselves with the give me a god difficulity and for regular gamers normal mode and casuals beginner mode. It has great game-play, along with an amazing story, with excellent graphics to boot. If you do not own this game buy it now, after work and excising I look forward to playing this game when I can. This game honestly is one of the last games I actually look forward to playing, I almost gave up on modern gaming but this one is a can't miss easy game of the year candidate, no matter what comes out later in the year. Expand
  74. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is a definition of a perfect video game.
    Developers took the awesome god of war game formula and upgraded it to the new level.
    Gameplay is super smooth,combat is just as brutal as in the previous games,addition of crafting system and some open world elements are a very welcome change to the series,evry character is voiced and acted very proffesional and realistic,graphics are top
    This is a definition of a perfect video game.
    Developers took the awesome god of war game formula and upgraded it to the new level.
    Gameplay is super smooth,combat is just as brutal as in the previous games,addition of crafting system and some open world elements are a very welcome change to the series,evry character is voiced and acted very proffesional and realistic,graphics are top notch,and the father and son realationship is so precious and its beutiful to see how does it evolves from the begging of the game.
    This game is not only worth the full price,its a reason why i bought ps4.
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  75. Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Game of the year
    Thank you Santa Monica Studio, storytelling , gameplay , NPCs and the environments
    all of them polished
  76. Jul 14, 2019
    10
    God of War posiblemente sea el mejor juego que haya jugado en PS4, es impresionante de principio a fin, no sólo la historia sino también el combate fluido y super disfrutable que tiene, todo esta muy bien hecho, desde la creación de objetos hasta las charlas en la canoa. Todos los personajes tienen una personalidad muy bien desarrollada que hace que el jugador logre desarrollarGod of War posiblemente sea el mejor juego que haya jugado en PS4, es impresionante de principio a fin, no sólo la historia sino también el combate fluido y super disfrutable que tiene, todo esta muy bien hecho, desde la creación de objetos hasta las charlas en la canoa. Todos los personajes tienen una personalidad muy bien desarrollada que hace que el jugador logre desarrollar sentimientos hacia ellos. Una obra maestra de Santa Monica Studio y espero el próximo con ansias. Expand
  77. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Truly the greatest game I have ever experienced. The writing is so phenomenal, the game plays so smooth, the lore is amazing. Cannot wait for the sequel
  78. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Everything about this game is legend. The combat is very satisfying. The music is orchestrated beautifully. The story is touching. The graphics are out of this world. The content is plentiful. And my gaming library will never be the same. This is without a doubt the game of the generation.
  79. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Game of the Generation. A game of this caliber only comes around once every decade or so. Trying to explain this experience to someone is like trying to explain a sunset to someone blind. You have to see it to believe it. Sony Santa Monica, thank you for spoiling us!
  80. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Let's look at the pieces of this game. Music? Fantastic. Combat? Fantastic. Story? Fantastic. Graphics? Probably the best this generation, even better than HZD imo. Santa Monica took some big risks by rebooting this series, but it all paid off. The boss fights are memorable. Enemy variety is good. Even basic enemies can be fun and challenging to fight.

    There are a lot of cute little
    Let's look at the pieces of this game. Music? Fantastic. Combat? Fantastic. Story? Fantastic. Graphics? Probably the best this generation, even better than HZD imo. Santa Monica took some big risks by rebooting this series, but it all paid off. The boss fights are memorable. Enemy variety is good. Even basic enemies can be fun and challenging to fight.

    There are a lot of cute little additions to the game as well, like the banter on the boat and how it resumes where you left off.

    This game does pretty much everything right. No lootboxes or microtransactions. The game is complete already. Santa Monica has been providing small updates since launch. Every game should aspire to be like this one.
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  81. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Main evaluation criteria:
    -Story: 10
    -Atmosphere: 10 -Characters: 10 -Graphics and design: 10 -Gameplay: 10 -Sound and Music: 10 -Animations: 10 -Bugs: 10 -Interface: 10 -Completeness of the world: 9 Аdditional evaluation criteria (Do not really affect the assessment): -Freedom of choice: 0 -Coop in Story mode: 0 -Multiplayer: 0 -Mods and the ability to change the game: 0
    Main evaluation criteria:
    -Story: 10
    -Atmosphere: 10
    -Characters: 10
    -Graphics and design: 10
    -Gameplay: 10
    -Sound and Music: 10
    -Animations: 10
    -Bugs: 10
    -Interface: 10
    -Completeness of the world: 9

    Аdditional evaluation criteria (Do not really affect the assessment):
    -Freedom of choice: 0
    -Coop in Story mode: 0
    -Multiplayer: 0
    -Mods and the ability to change the game: 0

    Scores from 1 to 10, the higher the better
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  82. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Played every single God of War to date, this is the best. Combat is tight and chaenging. Tins of collectables and upgrades. Side quests even!?! Such an incredible game.
  83. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece is a word I would not use lightly and indeed haven't used for a ps4 game before. But this game I just can not fault. Every design decision taken is the correct one. The combat, hard yet addictive, the story engrossing and really well told and the graphics. Where to start a visual experience unlike no other I've seen on a PS4. I've heard a lot of reviews saying game of this genMasterpiece is a word I would not use lightly and indeed haven't used for a ps4 game before. But this game I just can not fault. Every design decision taken is the correct one. The combat, hard yet addictive, the story engrossing and really well told and the graphics. Where to start a visual experience unlike no other I've seen on a PS4. I've heard a lot of reviews saying game of this gen in consoles and YES they are right. This game in my humble opinion is a Masterpiece. A tip of the hat to Santa Monica Studios and Cory Barlog you really really nailed it. Expand
  84. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Many people will tell you this game is "the best game ever" or "game of the year" but let me tell you this game is beyond our petty praises, this game is the Blueprint on what a 3rd person action adventure game should be.
  85. Jul 23, 2019
    10
    Don't be fooled by the comments of the nostalgic players of previous games
    This new chapter in the Kratos saga reinvents itself and brings a new and very fun gameplay with the leviathan ax and an exciting and fun story.
  86. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    juego increible, se siente el cariño por la franquicia, en general excelente, punto debil la duracion, ojala fuera mas largo,
  87. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    What can i say, played the first hour last night before having to work today. Early birthday present from the girlfriend. And i can safely say its the best god damn present anyone has ever got me. All i will think about all day is getting back and firing up this incredible, awsome, outstanding masterpiece. Have owned every console for 30 years and this has just made me realise why i stillWhat can i say, played the first hour last night before having to work today. Early birthday present from the girlfriend. And i can safely say its the best god damn present anyone has ever got me. All i will think about all day is getting back and firing up this incredible, awsome, outstanding masterpiece. Have owned every console for 30 years and this has just made me realise why i still game today! Bravo. Expand
  88. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Buen juego, me gustó mucho la nueva mecánica de combate cuerpo a cuerpo, ya aburria la misma moda de hacer combos con las espadas del caos.
  89. Apr 21, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played in my 20 years of gaming life. Storytelling is amazing and there is just so much side content that you wouldn't expect.
  90. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    God of war has to be one of the best games to have came out this year by far. It’s one of those games that are hard to put down, and I’ve only felt that way about one other game Uncharted 2. If you haven’t bought this game you should fast.
  91. Apr 20, 2018
    10
    The game is a masterpiece, 10 out of 10. From the very start you can tell this game is going to be special, from the graphics to the combats to the story, everything fits in so perfectly. Best game of this generation.
  92. Apr 21, 2018
    10
    A MASTERPIECE. GOTY. THIS IS SONYS YEAR. AND WILL RAISE THE BAR FOR IMERSIVE STORYTELLING IN VIDEO GAMES. INCREDIBLE. cliffhanger ending tho
  93. Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best games on the PS4 and easily one of the best games of this generation. The new God of War marks a new era in the series thirteen year old history, with an amazing heartfelt story, new characters and places to explore, and an older, calmer Kratos with so many more adventures to have. A new beginning was announced in 2016, and it has arrived with a bang that can be feltEasily one of the best games on the PS4 and easily one of the best games of this generation. The new God of War marks a new era in the series thirteen year old history, with an amazing heartfelt story, new characters and places to explore, and an older, calmer Kratos with so many more adventures to have. A new beginning was announced in 2016, and it has arrived with a bang that can be felt throughout the Nine Realms.

    Let's start with the setting. This is something the series had always excelled in, whether we were visiting ancient portrayals of Athens, Sparta, or Rhodes, or the fantastical locations of Mount Olympus and the Underworld, God of War has always wowed with it's visuals. This tradition continues in Midgard, a wild, mostly untamed land full of lush woods, snowy mountains, deep caves, and goes even further with it's additional realms of Alfheim, Helheim and more. The world itself feels massive and just about everything you see, you can go to. The characters themselves all look incredibly life like. Kratos looks less stylized and more human, which certainly fits the theme of the game. The Norse gods themselves may not look as grandiose as their Greek counterparts, but their style and design fits the new aesthetics perfectly. I played this game on a launch PS4 and it still looked incredible, but I also got to play it on a Pro with a 4K television and level of detail reaches a phenomenal quality. If you can play this game in 4K. do it!

    Combat has changed considerably from previous titles. God of War was always a hack n' slash style of game, but by Ascension that had slowly started to wear thin. This new Dark Souls-inspired combat is a refreshing take and lends itself really well to the over-the-shoulder camera angle this new entry adopts. Combat flows smoothly and feels methodical and purposeful, and the Leviathan ax will surely satisfy anyone missing the iconic chain blades Kratos has become known for, and recalling the ax once it is thrown never EVER gets old. Atreus also lends himself really well to combat. He is there to support you, whether it's by shooting arrows to distract enemies at your command, choking them with his bow to provide you with an opening to unleash vicious combos, or by alerting you to enemies trying to flank you. He never gets in the way, and never feels like a nuisance or a burden, thanks to a very competent A.I.. Enemy types have many different variations and you will need to adapt your strategy accordingly. For instance, Hel-Reavers are immune to the Leviathan ax, so using your fists and shield will be the best way to take them out, and Revenants will dodge any attack unless stunned by one of Atreus' arrows first. Learning and upgrading new skills and attacks will also come into a play a bit. Runic attacks can change the flow of battle in an instant and can be tailored to how you want to fight. I chose an ice beam attack that froze my enemies on contact to slow them down and frozen slam attack for crowd control. It is also crucial to upgrade your gear. Enemies get progressively tougher as the game opens up and fortunately, the dwarves Brok and sindri are their to craft you new gear pieces, and upgrade any you find on the road. The crafting system itself takes some getting used to, but once you gotten over this hurdle it becomes a cake walk. Also, early game, put a bit of focus on the Luck stat, trust me.

    Now onto the story. The God of War series has always told serviceable stories, but never anything of this caliber. The previous games were all violent rage-fueled power fantasies using Greek mythology as a backdrop(not knocking on this because it actually DID work). This game, however, takes a more intimate approach with its characters. The story is no longer about a man hacking his way through a pantheon of gods, it is about a father and a son that don't really understand one another yet must reconcile their differences in order to survive the journey ahead. The main focus of the plot is actually a simple one: Kratos and Atreus are trying to deliver Faye's(Kratos wife/Atreus' mother) ashes to the highest peak in the realms. However, the world itself gets in the way. The two must learn to work together to honor Faye's last wish and watching this man that for over ten years was nothing but rage, show such heartwarming emotions for another person tugged at my heartstrings every time.The plot also opens up the series for some amazing feats going forward and if he ending is any indication, we in are for even greater more memorable adventures in the future.

    Overall, God of War was the game I looked forward to the most since it was announced back in 2016, and I have not been disappointed. It's quickly jumped into the list of my favorite games of all time and is an easy contender for Game of the Year. Spider-Man and Red Dead Redemption 2 will certainly give it a run for it's money, but God of War is a game worthy of recognition and one that everyone should experience.
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  94. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    the best game i`ve played ever... i was worry about kratos new weapon. but i can say now it`s even better than blade of chaos.
    graphic: 100
    story: 100
    gamplay: 100
    my overal rating is 100
  95. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Father!
    The Wait is Over Boiis!
    I liked the game, the story, the characters, the music, the envorinment, the Leviathan Axe, the other! weapon, the 'boii', the Mountain, the Flowers, the Journey. I liked everything in that game. It's not only 10/10. It has no limit. Thank you very much Sony, PlayStation, Santa Monica, Cory Barlog and of course Kratos' lovers. Game of the Year for me.
    Father!
    The Wait is Over Boiis!
    I liked the game, the story, the characters, the music, the envorinment, the Leviathan Axe, the other! weapon, the 'boii', the Mountain, the Flowers, the Journey. I liked everything in that game. It's not only 10/10. It has no limit.
    Thank you very much Sony, PlayStation, Santa Monica, Cory Barlog and of course Kratos' lovers.
    Game of the Year for me. One of the Best Game Ever Made. A great Adventure.
    and for negative commenters: do not hate. Spread Love.
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  96. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is truly a fantastic return to the God of War franchise and not only is it the best in the series, but it is one of the best games on PS4. The graphics are phenomenal, from claustrophobic caves to lush forests to vast oceans and mountain ranges, you never feel bored of your stunning surroundings. I was apprehensive of the new Leviathan axe, Kratos' new primary melee weapon, howeverThis is truly a fantastic return to the God of War franchise and not only is it the best in the series, but it is one of the best games on PS4. The graphics are phenomenal, from claustrophobic caves to lush forests to vast oceans and mountain ranges, you never feel bored of your stunning surroundings. I was apprehensive of the new Leviathan axe, Kratos' new primary melee weapon, however the progression system for moves and abilities as well as the enhancements you can make to the Leviathan axe, not to mention Atreus' bow, keep you very much engaged and working towards the next upgrade. You can also throw down and go bare knuckles if you please, which like the axe, rage and Atreus' bow has it's own skill tree. Kratos and Atreus also have several armor options to aid them on their journey and enhance certain play styles. Kratos' son Atreus proves to be a vital asset in the game and is essential for progressing through the story as well as aiding in fights. The fighting is varied and fluid, with a wide variety of moves and many types of enemies to practice on including some epic boss battles, but there are also the slow points when Kratos takes the time to tell his son a story whilst they paddle across the Lake of the Nine or the two take in their surroundings giving the player time to do the same. There are unique places to discover and many puzzles throughout the realms, some requiring you to return later in the game when your and your weapons abilities have grown. There is so much detail to each area, and the developers encourage exploration from the start, allowing the player to truly appreciate each place as they progress through the game. With many side-quests, you can follow the main story or branch out and explore the greater world, allowing for ultimate freedom during your play through. Truly a refreshing and amazing iteration for Santa Monica Studios, and a flex of muscle in just what they are capable of in modern gaming. You need not wait for DLC or updates here, this is a wonderfully vast and complete game. A must have, 10/10. Expand
  97. Apr 24, 2018
    10
    I will try to be as detailed as possible on different aspects of the game, without giving away any spoilers for people considering this game.

    Story: The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus on a personal journey that they must complete together. The character development starts with how much of a struggle it is for Kratos to not only teach his son how to be strong and able to
    I will try to be as detailed as possible on different aspects of the game, without giving away any spoilers for people considering this game.

    Story: The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus on a personal journey that they must complete together. The character development starts with how much of a struggle it is for Kratos to not only teach his son how to be strong and able to survive, but also to bond. If you know Kratos, he isn't the most sympathetic individual. However, with them trying to start their journey, Odin takes note of there being an unfamiliar presence in their world. This of course complicates the journey that Kratos and his son is needing to complete.

    Graphics: The graphics on this game are absolutely phenomenal. It uses the fantastic technique of what Half Life used, with everything being one shot. Also, the lighting, level of detail of the world, and the characters is next level, that I could not picture the PS4/Pro to handle.

    Game play: For me, this is on the same level as the story. None of the combat ever feels dull or boring. Each enemy shines in there own way and provides different scenarios on how the player is forced to defeat the foe. Not only that, but the enemies are at different levels and difficulty of the type, and they can be mixed in with weaker enemies, so it forces you to be careful at how you play. The RPG elements of the game is on point. Better than the more recent RPG's on leveling up and really lets you customize Kratos and Atreus on how you want them to be. More aggressive? More defensive? Want a perfect balance? You have the power to make it however you need it to be. The fighting and leveling up on the characters are so in depth, that it takes you by surprise that this is coming from a single player game.

    Overall thoughts: I played God of War on the PS4 Pro, with resolution mode. I did it, because I wanted to really see if the system can handle it, and if not, I could easily swap it over to performance. Through the whole main story, I did experience a few frame drops. BUT, I never felt like I had to take it off the resolution mode. It happened so quick, that it never bothered me and not effect any gameplay in any way. The reason why I mention this, is because I have seen a lot of flack. But on resolution mode is a great way to experience this game, if you prefer that over frame rate. I will try out performance mode once I replay the game, to just have higher framerate, but I did not want to use on the first run since it wasn't locked and I wanted to limit stutter as much as possible. This game does an amazing job at telling a story, letting you get pumped, excited, worried and overall attached to the characters, and that has never been the case with previous God of Wars. This was a step in the right direction, and unique in its own way, and I highly encourage you to try out the highest rated game on the PS4, so far.
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  98. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    De verdad solo queda dar gracias a Cory Barlog y a todo el equipo comprometido con GOW, hicieron una obra magistral y a pesar de que ya jugue alrededor de 35 horas, me he llevado tantas sorpresas tanto en aspecto visual, histórico y jugable que por ahora se me hace imposible pensar en un juego mejor, GOW ha evolucionado de la mejor manera y le ha dado a los fans una nueva aventura épicaDe verdad solo queda dar gracias a Cory Barlog y a todo el equipo comprometido con GOW, hicieron una obra magistral y a pesar de que ya jugue alrededor de 35 horas, me he llevado tantas sorpresas tanto en aspecto visual, histórico y jugable que por ahora se me hace imposible pensar en un juego mejor, GOW ha evolucionado de la mejor manera y le ha dado a los fans una nueva aventura épica para disfrutar y para los jugadores casual no se preocupen, todo esta muy bien explicado y el juego vale la pena gráficamente y también por su brutal jugabilidad seguro les dará ganas de conocer más de los antiguos juegos, No hagan caso a los trolls o a los tontitos que le dan 0 al juego, obviamente no lo han jugado y menos sabran hacer una reseña, mi puntuación lo baso en las cosas buenas del juego, y si puede tener un bajon de fps (para mí imperceptible casi todo el tiempo que voy jugando) y algún pequeño bug, simplemente no sería justo restar un punto a esta maravilla ya que las pocas cosas malas que tiene se olvida en un par de segundos con todo lo bueno que este juego te puede ofrecer ,en todo caso mi puntuación real sería 9.8. Expand
  99. Apr 22, 2018
    9
    Kratos jumps in the middle of Norse mythology with he's son Atreus with one mission, get to the highest peak! God of War is a epic journey that took me over 30 hours to complete and i still have some side missions to beat. Santa Monica Studio just got my GOTY prize and i really hope that gamer's support this studio. Simply, God of War is a must buy for a PS4 owner.
  100. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    story, gameplay, soundtrack, this game is perfect, it's really been the best I've ever played this generation.
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.