God of War

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

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  1. GretchenGrinch4
    Jan 29, 2022
    7
    good story and cinematics, relies too heavily on cliche dodge/block boss fight mechanics.
  2. 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.
  3. Mortanius_lok
    Jan 29, 2022
    4
    It's nice. The sequence shot is good, but are we in a movie? This direction that these games are taking is starting to worry me. When you spend more time creating cinematic scenes, directing the actors to stage the actions, it's less time tweaking the gameplay. I played it like I was watching a mythology movie. I am unable to list 3 gameplay mechanics after finishing it.
  4. caiolbarbosa
    Jan 28, 2022
    6
    This is the most overrated game I ever played. It is not bad, but not close to a 10. The story is normal at best, the game relies on a lot of repetitive combat and puzzles with little variety of enemies. It doesn't offer anything other games already do and constantly requires you to return to most places because you just don't have all the skills to explore areas the first time you getThis is the most overrated game I ever played. It is not bad, but not close to a 10. The story is normal at best, the game relies on a lot of repetitive combat and puzzles with little variety of enemies. It doesn't offer anything other games already do and constantly requires you to return to most places because you just don't have all the skills to explore areas the first time you get there. It should be much shorter and require less repetitive tasks.… Expand
  5. Fivaxe
    Jan 28, 2022
    0
    من أفضل الالعاب التي جربتها خصوصا من ناحية القتالات وفتح الاسلحة والتطويرات واستكشاف الاماكن وصوت كريتوس المليئ بالرهبة والذعر
  6. BarbathosHD
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    The perfect combination between mythology and a fresh story for the franchise.
  7. razMN
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    Yes, it's all that a game needs to be one of the best of all time. A very good story, strongly developed characters, absolutely fantastic gameplay, natural progression in the game, interesting sidequests, and a good setting. It's honestly one of the best games I have ever played.

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

    One thing that had me "avoiding to play" the final missions is that the game starts to force fights in order to expand playtime, and you can't interact with anything while a fight is going on, so you can't really run and pretend Draugr don't exist. It's a minor thing and happens like in the last 2-3 hours of the game. There's still plenty for you all to enjoy.    … Expand
  8. tlosFanboy
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    God of war is the best playstation exclusive, just go do yourself a favor and play this masterpiece.
  9. Django321
    Jan 26, 2022
    5
    Simply amazing, well done Santa Monica. Thank you for delivering an amazing story in such a brilliant way.
  10. Igli
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    God of War 2018 its a masterpiece that every playstation owner should have .
  11. Panzer81
    Jan 26, 2022
    7
    Скучная игра, сделана отлично, боёвка, прорисовка деталей отличная, но вот интерес к игре даже с учетом, что она короткая быстро иссекает.
    Резюме: Игра скучная.
  12. Yarro7
    Jan 23, 2022
    10
    This Game is just a masterpiece the grafik and the combat is very good and i had 0 bugs or crashes in the whole playtrough
  13. KZN-JJ
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    It's just a must play and even more accessible now that it's on PC. More people can now experience this game and it's beautifully crafted story.
  14. User11234
    Jan 21, 2022
    10
    this looks like an excellent game, ive only seen gameplay but looking forward to play this on pc!
  15. Feri4k
    Jan 21, 2022
    7
    It's a good game , Not a "God of War" game that you expect from it's past . It doesn't impress you in anyway. It's good if it's your first time playing a god of war game .
    It should cost 40$ max .
    Story : 6/10
    Graphics : 7/10
    Gameplay : 7/10
  16. Alpha_x37
    Jan 20, 2022
    8
    not same the past of it but its sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo have change it
  17. Ordnael
    Jan 20, 2022
    10
    É um jogo maravilhoso, sem dúvidas o melhor jogo que joguei na vida.
    Sua gameplay, história, personagens, câmera sem cortes, e sua incrível trilha sonora ajudam a imergir nesta incrível aventura de pai e filho.
  18. Kxnjin
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    Brilliant gameplay, story and characters. Kratos is very likely the best protagonist in any video game I've ever played.
  19. Feborduqui
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    Kratos is the best. Atreus, Mimir, Baldur, Freya... my favorite game, i can't wait for Ragnarok
  20. cakiihana
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    精彩的故事 精彩的画面和音效 精彩的游戏性 构筑了梦幻般的北欧神话世界。期待诸神黄昏的来临，也希望能够看到奎托斯和妻子菲的故事。
  21. Yuki_Hikariko
    Jan 19, 2022
    9
    The story is simply astonishing and the plot is well told. Nevertheless, the boss fightings are all similar to each other and some glitches on PS4 made me think that 10 is not the right score for this game. Well done Santa Monica! Let's wait for the sequel now.
  22. Cencoroll
    Jan 18, 2022
    3
    наблюдать на лысую башку на пол экрана с туевой хучей стрелок по краям экрана, поварачивать камеру из одного угла в другой, как будто ты в башне танка сидишь, что бы бить 2мя конпками бомжа, который на протяжении всей игры меняется только цветом, застрявший в стене, получать урон не понятно от кого, когда и почему, умирать и начинать заново по 10 раз, что бы просто пройти до лазанья понаблюдать на лысую башку на пол экрана с туевой хучей стрелок по краям экрана, поварачивать камеру из одного угла в другой, как будто ты в башне танка сидишь, что бы бить 2мя конпками бомжа, который на протяжении всей игры меняется только цветом, застрявший в стене, получать урон не понятно от кого, когда и почему, умирать и начинать заново по 10 раз, что бы просто пройти до лазанья по скале с нажатием 1й кнопки что бы подпрыгнуть и в тонкой, буквально удушающей кишкой - уровнем, в поисках сундуков с абсолютно бесполезными камнями для абсолютно бесполезной брони, которой насрано так, что бы ты сидел в меню пол часа и больше, и попутно слушая бессконечный пиздежь каждые 3 секунды ублюдошного раздражающего и бесполезного как по сюжету так и по геймплею пиздюка под супер мега ультра "чувственной" эпический пердеж старой переделанной темы сидя афк по 10 минут смотря оооооочень технологические но идиотские катсцены из которых большая часть игры состоит, но зато с офигенным графонием. Если Вы пенсионер или инвалид, то эта игра для вас - сидите, нажимайте одну кнопку, смотрите оооооооооочень "душу разрывабщий" сюжет, слушайте диалоги (молчание под музычку с кучей качественных анимаций) между какими-то персонажами никак не относящимися ни к Кратосу, ни к Вам самим (о чем в этой же игре сам Кратос и говорит не один раз) но продолжает в этом говне варится, что бы в конечном итоге... что? что бы ждать следующую часть с вменяемым геймплеем, разнообразием персонажей, мобов и локаций, хоть как-то интересных головоломок, хоть каким-то наличием платформинга, и в конце концов игры в которую ты играешь, а не спишь под кинцо нажимая пару кнопок пару раз в несколько часов. Нечего сказать: технически всё сделано великолепно, порт потрясающий, но кроме как сказать, что Кори Барлог просто насрал, своим видением кина а не игры, тут и там, накидал каких-то прокачек вещей, кучу внешки, просто что бы оно там было,
    сказать хорошего почти нечего. Отвратительно, в это не возвоможно играть с удовольстивем, это как посмотреть пустое, бездарное демо выжимания всего возможного из пс4 нее более    … Expand
  23. FEY
    Jan 17, 2022
    0
    If you'd like to go to a movie, buy this game, otherwise, save your money for a good game.
  24. GoodGamesMatter
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT LIKE THIS GAME AT ALL, BUT I'M GIVING IT 10/10, SO YOU CAN'T ACCUSE ME IN REVIEW BOMBING, SO FOR THAT REASON ALONE, PLEASE TAKE YOUR TIME AND READ WHY I DON'T LIKE IT.

    Let's just start with the fact that, whenever i started playing video games and God of War 2018 happened to be the leading way in video game making and basically most of the games would have been like    DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT LIKE THIS GAME AT ALL, BUT I'M GIVING IT 10/10, SO YOU CAN'T ACCUSE ME IN REVIEW BOMBING, SO FOR THAT REASON ALONE, PLEASE TAKE YOUR TIME AND READ WHY I DON'T LIKE IT.

    Let's just start with the fact that, whenever i started playing video games and God of War 2018 happened to be the leading way in video game making and basically most of the games would have been like God of War 2018, i would have choose different hobby. I'm dead serious, if that was the main appeal of gaming, i would have never even cared about video games, that's how much i dislike this game. Or maybe dislike is wrong word, maybe i just don't care about it at all and that would be okay, because there's thousands of games i don't care about, the problem is that God of War is treated by some people as something deep, amazing, innovative, masterpiece, one of the best games of all time, etc. I disagree strongy disagree with all these statements. It just isn't any of these thing, no matter how you look at this game.

    I have a strong feeling that people who hype this game up have never even played actual masterpieces like GTA 4 (2008), Resident Evil 4 (2005), Red Dead Redemption 1 and 2 (2010/2018). I can give examples even about "just good" games like for example Days Gone (2019), i enjoy that game about million times more and i think it's way, way more innovative than God of War 2018. Even Final Fantasy 7 Remake is better game than God of War 2018.

    So what's the deal? Why the hype? Is it just people following hype without even caring? With same logic Studios managed to create so big hype for Cyberbug2077, that even when it released as extremely buggy and broken mess, some people still refused to believe that it's bad and some to this day call Cyberpunk 2077 best game of all time, because they just can't handle reality after months (even years) of extreme hype.

    So what really is God of War 2018? It's a game with heavy focus on movie-like long cutscenes (not as bad as Uncharted 4, but still, a lot of cutscenes). Other aspect of this game is extremely simplistic, you just smash 100s of enemies with you EPIC axe. And of course there's boss fights with HUGE enemies, like in literally every modern game (not an issue by the way), just pointing out what this game is. So by that logics, where's Guardians of the Galaxy GOTY? It's basically the same game with guns as weapons. I'm asking that ironically, because none of these imo deserve to be called anything extraordinary, fun? Maybe. Nothing special tho. But here's the thing, these cutscene heavy, hack and slash games were never the reason why i started to play video games. Never. So to put it short, my main issue isn't the fact that these games exist, my issue is that God of War 2018 out of all these games is treated as something extraordinary, better than all the others, not even in same genre, people in general call it best game of all time. That is my issue. In my opinion there are so many better games, way deeper, way more gameplay and less cutscenes and to me it feels like, most of these God of War fans don't even know about these games. So yeah, i'm not angry, i'm just disappointed.    … Expand
  25. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    8
    이토록 완벽한 장르변화는 처음 봤다. 스토리의 변화는 완전 합격, 전투의 변화는 약간 아쉬움. 후속작에서 더 다채로워질 모습이 기대된다.
  26. FenrirNox
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    Ubisoft, EA, CD Project Red, Square Enix, Activision Blizzard and others... This is how you make a game! Visual, audio, gameplay, story, you name it, they did it spectacularly. No mtx, no stupid schemes to make money, just art. This game was worth every penny and I'd gladly pay for it over and over again. One of, if not THE best game I've ever played. Even the port to PC was done very well.
  27. AleLiquorou
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, visuals, music, gameplay and story are all at the pinnacle of what has been accomplished in the videogame industry, a must play.
  28. Mouayehe7e6w8
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    God of war Is one of the reasons why playstation was dominating throughout the last generation
  29. my1metacritic
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    I've never played a close combat game as good as God of War This game is a brilliant story of a father-son relationship. It's not a story of an angry man killing every god he happened to. Atreus is such a good character that I wanted to play as him sometimes. God of War has less side characters comparing to the other games but I prefer quality over quantity and its characters areI've never played a close combat game as good as God of War This game is a brilliant story of a father-son relationship. It's not a story of an angry man killing every god he happened to. Atreus is such a good character that I wanted to play as him sometimes. God of War has less side characters comparing to the other games but I prefer quality over quantity and its characters are well-written and adorable. Arguably the best game on Ps4, I can't wait to play God of War Ragnarok, BOY!… Expand
  30. HasanAK
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    The best game I play in my life, the game play is fantastic and the story 10/10
  31. zetzuken
    Jan 16, 2022
    9
    I was not expecting anything. I just got this game because one of my friends recommended it. Probably one of the best ps4 experiences I had ever had. From the gameplay, story and voice acting everything was just superb. Kratos, being a father is such a different take on his character. The character development was for me deep and well executed. The simple gesture and body actions, you canI was not expecting anything. I just got this game because one of my friends recommended it. Probably one of the best ps4 experiences I had ever had. From the gameplay, story and voice acting everything was just superb. Kratos, being a father is such a different take on his character. The character development was for me deep and well executed. The simple gesture and body actions, you can tell it was well thought. If you want something exceptional experience look no further and get a copy of God of War. I was just blown away.… Expand
  32. eric78
    Jan 16, 2022
    0
    Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест! Спасибо за бета тест!
  33. MrParham
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    There is something special about this game that i always felt when i played it.
    the first fascinating thing about this game is the story, you are so into it that you forget when the time passes. second is the character development, you can definitely see how much Kratos has progressed in life he is now wise and trying to be a good Dad for his son. the father/son friend ship develops as    There is something special about this game that i always felt when i played it.
    the first fascinating thing about this game is the story, you are so into it that you forget when the time passes. second is the character development, you can definitely see how much Kratos has progressed in life he is now wise and trying to be a good Dad for his son. the father/son friend ship develops as time goes and you can physically feel that and how much they care about each other. i have never seen such good characters in any game. i love Chris judge's voice, Jeremy Davies's acting and Sunny's feels of an actual child since he is 10 in this game.
    This game will always be one of my favorite games of all time! cant wait to see GoW: Ragnarok    … Expand
  34. Coaster
    Jan 15, 2022
    3
    another corridor **** it's infuriating that kratos swears at his son as if he's some kind of ass
  35. iRideTheStars
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    Anyone who can play through God of War for the PS4 and PC and claim this is anything less than 2018's Ocarina of Time and Mass Effect on steroids has lost all credibility with me forever. This is a monumental step forward for every genre of video game across every platform and ANY developer worth a single grain of salt in the ocean needs to cram hours upon hours upon days to trulyAnyone who can play through God of War for the PS4 and PC and claim this is anything less than 2018's Ocarina of Time and Mass Effect on steroids has lost all credibility with me forever. This is a monumental step forward for every genre of video game across every platform and ANY developer worth a single grain of salt in the ocean needs to cram hours upon hours upon days to truly understand why God of War is not just a masterpiece but one of the greatest video games ever released since Ocarina of Time and PONG in the 1970s. Yes I went there, and I don't give a damn because quality of this magnitude doesn't come often, and when it does, hold onto your seats, grab tons of expresso game developers and take notes!

    Not since Mass Effect 2 have characters had such an intensely well developed relationship in a video game. Kratos's relationship with his son Atreus is as heart-warming as it is and gut-wrenching at every twist and turn. The character dynamics fly off the screen and the bosses will play with your psychological heartstrings at every corner. Combat is flawless, music is spellbinding, load times are non existent for what truly feels like the first ever 8K video game release on ANY platform with Earth-shattering visual fidelity and meticulous detail the likes of which no game has ever come close to equaling. Every single object in God of War was designed to bring concentrated joy, wonder and awe to the player, the level of craftsmanship by Santa Monica Studios was always top tier, but this is impeccable.

    Astonishingly well paced and the puzzles seldom detract from combat, if anything they only add intelligence to a shocking bastion of intellect. No egregious or filthy microtransactions, loot boxes or any of modern gamings greedy trappings. Just jaw dropping visuals, near flawless gameplay, a pixel perfect photo mode and everything a player could ever want from a single player experience. God of War isn't a video game, its a blueprint on how EVERY game should look, play, sound & feel across all genres in a decade or the entire industry has reached a peak that it will tumble unceremoniously down from and deservedly so. Santa Monica Studios gave you the secret formula for gaming perfection, its up to you to ensure that with great power comes greater responsibility!

    God of War is a masterpiece, a must purchase, and an experience that will change your view of human potential and video games for the next century.    … Expand
  36. danar
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    لعبه تستحق الشراء اجمل لعبة قصة جميله قيم بله ي جميل نهايه جميله و مستمتعه نعم ...
  37. Mahbodgamer
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    This game is more than a masterpiece and cannot be criticized.If I could, I would give more than a score of 10 to the God of War game series.I'm very happy that God of War was released for PC so that PC gamers can experience such a masterpiece and see what the real game is.And you can not even criticize the port of the god of war on the pc, and the critics have stupid reasons. Well, whatThis game is more than a masterpiece and cannot be criticized.If I could, I would give more than a score of 10 to the God of War game series.I'm very happy that God of War was released for PC so that PC gamers can experience such a masterpiece and see what the real game is.And you can not even criticize the port of the god of war on the pc, and the critics have stupid reasons. Well, what should the studio of Santa Monica do?Most criticisms are ridiculous for good games, and they make disadvantages and defects that he laughed at.… Expand
  38. 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
  39. darkneesz_
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    Jogo INCRÍVEL,tudo nesse jogo é perfeito. História,trila sonora, desenvolvimento dos personagens,dublagens.Um game pra se lembrar,e que o Ragnarok venha pra impressionar mais os fãs da franquia do nosso Sinceramente,quem não curte esse game n entende nada de jogos eletrônicos.
  40. redeyedwerewolf
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    One of the most beautiful games of all time. This is an amazing game that deserves all the praise it gets. I am soo happy that it is getting ported to pc as more people deserve to experience this masterpiece
  41. Jestiker13
    Jan 12, 2022
    9
    Incroyable ! Scénario gameplay graphisme ! Top ! Dommage que la carte ne soit pas très lisible pour les déplacements mais bon ça rajoute de la durée de vie de se perdre dans ce monde magnifique.
  42. lizzardsQueen
    Jan 10, 2022
    9
    Buena historia y una jugabilidad brutal. Tuve mis dudas ante tal cambio de juego con respecto al original, pero los ha superado con creces. Esperando impaciente la continuación.
  43. jonp312
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Quite possibly the best gaming experience I have ever had. This game has everything. Great gameplay and amazing story. The closest story to this game I can think of is Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road”. An absolute must play.
  44. Slotwinski_fit
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    I was putting off playing this game for a quite some time. Not sure why but I wasn't too bothered. Oh my what a mistake. This game has a fantastic story, beautiful graphic and overall is a must play masterpiece.
  45. Tharduz
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Gorgeous graphics... and story telling... and gameplay... and fun... and did I mentioned the graphics?.. Best God of War for me
  46. Catharsiuse
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Amazing game on all fronts. Tells a great story and backs it up with solid gameplay.
  47. Fransi
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game of all time. Amazing story, amazing gameplay, just absolutely incredible.… Expand
  48. TheVitruvianMan
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    This was my first God of War game and it surprised me how amazing it is. The game's presentation is simply amazing, sound and voice acting is on point, and animations are fantastic. The combat is very fun, often challenging, and I really liked how you control both characters during combat. It's among the best games I've ever played. Hard to think of a downside to this game.....perhaps itThis was my first God of War game and it surprised me how amazing it is. The game's presentation is simply amazing, sound and voice acting is on point, and animations are fantastic. The combat is very fun, often challenging, and I really liked how you control both characters during combat. It's among the best games I've ever played. Hard to think of a downside to this game.....perhaps it would be nice if Kratos could jump. This game is a must play.… Expand
  49. tututdyure
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    This game is such an amazing. I like the story of sparta the god of ancient Greek. the gameplay it's stunning. This game is added to my favorite games I ever played.
  50. BroTheHomes
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    God of War 2018 is an intensely beautiful game that expands greatly on the old God of War games. While the old God of War games are classics and the limitless amount of fun that you get from brutally killing gods brings a new meaning to fun, God of War 2018 takes God of War to a new beautiful stunning height. Instead of a beautiful slasher, it tells a deep and intricate story whileGod of War 2018 is an intensely beautiful game that expands greatly on the old God of War games. While the old God of War games are classics and the limitless amount of fun that you get from brutally killing gods brings a new meaning to fun, God of War 2018 takes God of War to a new beautiful stunning height. Instead of a beautiful slasher, it tells a deep and intricate story while refining combat to be more up to date. The connection between characters, the twists and turns, the pure beauty of the graphics, makes this game an all-timer and elevates the God of War series from a cult classic to an all-time classic. This is a must watch, and a must play for everyone with access to a Playstation console.… Expand
  51. joaopoc1998
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made!!
    The best part of the game is the gameplay, but also have a amazing story.
  52. Potik00
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    Багов хватает, но глаза не режит. Сюжет захватывающий, интересный. К технической состовляющей вопрос нет. Отдельно похвалю разрабов за раскрытие Атрея-Локи. В общем игру стоит времени и денег, но не шедевр
  53. trantorian
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    If video games are a relevant narrative media in this century, PlayStation has been its Gutenberg with productions like this. God of War is an incredible adventure that satisfies the narrative level, the playable criteria and the heart of any gamer. Proof that the sequels may be better than the originals
  54. gamerdiary
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    Absolutely incredible. One of the best games of all time and one of the reasons why PS4 was the best platform of it's generation
  55. Rektnarok91
    Dec 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One objective great part of the game, it's visual presentation is incredible. Everything else is just flipping the bird at what made GOW such a popular series in the first place.

    I feel like every good review is from people who didn't like the series before and now that its been filtered and altered to more "serious" and "mature" and "boring" it fits what mainstream audiences want from games now.

    What really bugs me about the story and gameplay is how the narrative between Kratos and Atreus is so apologetic about Kratos's actions in the previous games. Like he was the bad guy and *now* he's the good guy teaching his son better. And gameplay wise they removed all the "video games" elements so everything is more stifled and restrictive so it feels more in line with AAA games now.

    It just incredibly undermines every aspect of GOW. The games, all the emotional beats of the story from the last series, etc. It's like it was written and made by people who only heard about the GOW games rather than actually experienced them.

    Speaking about narrative, how it handles Kratos's past like he was some evil villian back in the day. He was extremely justified in his hatred and revenge against those gods for everything they did to him. They were conniving and manipulative **** who deserved to be wrecked by Kratos. It was only by GOW 3 where it went too far and he destroyed the world (and that was after he was betrayed by his supposed allies, there is literally no one Kratos can trust in the world).

    But for 3-4 games prior (if you include the cannn psp titles) the Greek gods thoroughly **** with him the whole time. He was a monster they made, not something Kratos is inherintly. No one even bothers to treat him like a person except Athena, even knowing how powerful he is.

    And this is not something just brought up in this game. A number of the games directly explore why Kratos became so violent, but it's even shown in GOW 1 that at worst before Aries uses him he's no different than any other Spartan warrior and that Aries started the decent.

    He even tried for a decade iirc to do it by the book and follow the god's lead just for them to pull the rug and use a technicality to not grant him peace from his nightmares. The guy tried. He was even tries to kill himself and the gods won't let him.

    The gods: tricked him into killing his own wife and child, lied to him constantly to use him as their hit man, sent his brother to hell for eternity, tried to kill him on multiple occasions, attempted to genocide his people, etc.

    And every time he tried to deal justice he has to deal with the **** of all the people defending the evil gods. I mean wouldn't you be pissed? Not even that often Kratos attempts to talk before attacking when faced with a new obstacle and they always basically tell him to **** off even knowing who he is.

    The only justification to him being an **** is how he treats regular people in the series as cannon fodder, but that I'll admit is probably a consequence of "edginess" they were going for but is rarely ever in canonical cutscenes. The reason this game turned me off outside the gorgeous presentation is that it feels like it was made by people who didn't like the original games and considered them to be low art. There are connections but it feels so pretensious that this slower paced over the shoulder bearded dad game is the more respectable game.    … Expand
  56. emrekaan
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Kesinlikle harika oynanış olsun hikaye olsun hayatımda şuana kadar oynadığım en iyi oyun diyebilirim harikaaa
  57. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    Atmosphere: 10
    Enjoyment: 10
    Gameplay: 10
    Graphics: 10
    Music: 10
    Story: 10
    Total: 10.00
  58. navarrojpx
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    A great game, an amazing story, Kratos is the best spartan warrior. I just Love it.
  59. GabFireBR
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente uma obra-prima, um dos melhores jogos que já joguei, um ícone da minha época com PS4. É uma obra focada em narrativa com dois personagens em intriga, onde eu me sentia acompanhando uma família em formação, chegava a emocionar em certas partes da história, principalmente quando Kratos solta suas ataduras dos braços e sente o vento raspar a pele antes de terminar sua jornada com Atreus. A ambientação e trilha sonora fazem uma combinação perfeita nesse jogo, que dá um ar de estar literalmente na Mitologia Nórdica, além dos belos gráficos que fizeram eu parar para aproveitar a vista artística por diversos momentos. Em jogabilidade, há uma certa mistura de mecânicas hack and slash com clássico RPG, onde dá para fazer combos, porém há uma necessidade de explorar, coletar recursos e evoluir os dois personagens, forçando eu a explorar cada canto do cenário, aproveitando cada missão e detalhe do jogo. O único defeito que consegui enxergar nessa obra, foi a falta de explicação sobre a passagem de God of War III para esse novo que seria o "IV"!… Expand
  60. Muminadam
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Çok kaliteli bir oyun oyunu oynadığınızda baya egleniyosunuz çok sürükleyici bir oyun… Expand
  61. Anonimo_007
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cara Esse Jogo É De Encher Os Olhos Gráficos Perfeitos , Jogabilidade incrivel E Uma História Muito Perfeita Estou Muito Ancioso PELA Sequência! , Ainda Mais Aquele fim com O Thor que me arrepiou todo! , De Longe um Dos Melhores Exclusivos DO Play!… Expand
  62. DangerDave1409
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to admit I never played any of the previous games since they were too brutal and stuff. After the hype I gave this one a try and oh boy: it delivered. The whole story including his son, wife and the origins of them was amazing. The combat was challenging but not to difficult and the side quests as well as characters just mind blowing. Looking forward to part II.… Expand
  63. PoptartKing
    Dec 20, 2021
    8
    This is a breath of fresh air for the previously stagnant God Of War series. While this game ditches many of the traits that make the series unique to begin with, it compensates with an emotional story, enjoyable action, and engrossing new take on Norse mythology. The boss fights are fun, the soundtrack is absolutely astonishing, the graphics are really impressive, and the cinematicThis is a breath of fresh air for the previously stagnant God Of War series. While this game ditches many of the traits that make the series unique to begin with, it compensates with an emotional story, enjoyable action, and engrossing new take on Norse mythology. The boss fights are fun, the soundtrack is absolutely astonishing, the graphics are really impressive, and the cinematic set-pieces are a spectacle to behold. My only real negatives would be that the fast travel mechanic is not very good, the RPG elements feel somewhat tacked on, and the pacing slows down a bit too much towards the end. Otherwise, this is an excellent game and I cannot wait for the sequel!… Expand
  64. TeaFan556
    Dec 19, 2021
    10
    [RU]
    Ну что я могу сказать... меня зацепило! Хороший и трудный геймплей (даже при том, что разрабы пошли на поводу популярных формул), проработанный сюжет и атмосфера со своей мифологией...
  65. Detonatorblyat
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Люблю эту игру, она подарила мне не забываемые эмоции, больше подарил только третий ведьмак, однозначно лучший эксклюзив Плейстейшн
  66. Pu55yLicker
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Лучший эксклюзив на Плейстейшн. Спасибо за возможность гонять лысого и закидывать топор налево.
  67. Rubje
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Simply the best game on PS4. The art design, story, performance, cinematography, graphics, combat, etc. Everything is superb and original.
  68. Sovanngamer122
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    I love god of war sense the original ps2 it game bring me to buy ps console and god of war 2018 do not disappointed me look forward to new game
  69. Obicritic
    Dec 17, 2021
    7
    I decided to give this game a try at the end of 2021 - having never played the previous titles or even any game sort of like it. I'm a big fan of open world and adventure games and tend to avoid these sort of guided adventures - but the reviews are absolutely stellar and several gamer buddies suggested this as a good one to try - and it was $9 bucks.

    this is one of the most beautiful    I decided to give this game a try at the end of 2021 - having never played the previous titles or even any game sort of like it. I'm a big fan of open world and adventure games and tend to avoid these sort of guided adventures - but the reviews are absolutely stellar and several gamer buddies suggested this as a good one to try - and it was $9 bucks.

    this is one of the most beautiful games I have ever played - hands down. The settings and the characters are all amazing , the voice acting and the story are incredible and the overall look and feel of every part of this game is truly awesome. Even though this play-style isn't really my thing I found myself enthralled by the story and had to keep playing in order to see where it all went - I genuinely cared for the protagonists and developed soft spots for the rest of the characters as well.

    it helps that I am a huge fan of mythology and am already familiar with many of the gods and powers and themes that make up this game. A truly unique idea executed extremely well.

    however - this typeof gameplay is not my thing. Having a main character who can't jump and walks like he is wading through knee deep vaseline is frustrating to me. I find the camera to be extra annoying and just wish it would zoom out a bit .. particularly during combat - but I made do and quickly realized that there isn't a lot of 'play' in this game - it's more like a heavily guided heavily scripted story that you guide your characters through. Every time I played this I would be slightly annoyed by just getting around and the camera during combat was just silly. I understand that this bad camera is apparently part of the charm of this game for many - but not for me. The lacklustre controls and repetitive nature of the combat caused me to drop this from a solid 9 down to a 7.

    I really appreciated the level design in this game - even though you can't freely explore much at all there are still a ton of hidden areas and regions that you can have to come back to later in the game - after acquiring abilities and equipment that allow you to access new areas. This is maybe my favourite part of the game to be honest.

    the boss fights - wow. again not the most entertaining as far as actual game play and skill go - but holy crap are they ever amazing to watch. I'll be honest the over-the-top death animations and R3 kills didn't do much for me - but that's just me and some kids really like that sort of thing.

    final word - I almost think I would rather watch this as a series than play it as a video game. most of the time I felt like I was chained to the rails anyways and was just waiting for the right time to press X or press O - but the incredible level design and unique story overpowered any negative feelings I had about the controls and combat and I am pretty sure that I will remember God of War for a long time to come.    … Expand
  70. Slckaer
    Dec 16, 2021
    7
    Boy o boy I did curse a lot in this game. The controls didn't feel responsive for me. I understand the high rating but in my case the controls we not good.
  71. cmonard
    Dec 15, 2021
    7
    Ca m'a énormément remémoré le gameplay des Darksiders, bon point pour ça.
    L'histoire se laisse regarder, les phases de QTE m'ont gonflé (comme tous les jeux qui en abuse).
    Au final ça mériterai plus d'être un film qu'un jeux.
    Après chacun ses goûts
  72. Draco9
    Dec 14, 2021
    10
    / No spoiler / One of the best games ever this time you feel more connected
  73. agg02_
    Dec 14, 2021
    10
    I don't see why anyone would hate on this game. Characters and their development are amazing, combat is amazing, story is amazing. It feels rewarding when you become a better player, side quests related to the world and the norse mythology and outstanding graphics and music.
  74. Rodrigo777
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Sin duda el mejor juego de la historia del gaming Merece el Goty y mas Por algo los usuarios de xbox como yo deseamos este juego llegue a xbox pero es imposible y solo nos queda jugar roblox
  75. BillyRSea
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Truly a masterpiece for any god of war fan or really most people in general it's hard not to love this game the character development in God of War is so much better than we've ever seen in previous titles I was completely captivated by the story the entire time I played and couldn't put it down until I got the platinum.
    I cant wait for the sequel
  76. Giorgi-Kratos
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    either never continue or something. it couldn't be better. masterpiece. . .
  77. ITZZZPERRY
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    God of War is perfect. The story, the gameplay, the soundtrack; everything is perfect. I have little to say without spoiling it. Do yourself a favor and play this game.
  78. Digitaljosh
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Great characters with interesting personalities and quirks, amazing world building, amazing story, the gameplay wasn't the best ever but it was still good. I think the norse mythology is what really sells it for me, the story keeps you on your toes from start to finnish, truly amazing.
  79. Heroica1
    Dec 11, 2021
    1
    First of all this is an overrated game I liked it but the books are way better they tell you the story beter
  80. Bloodshed3
    Dec 10, 2021
    9
    The father-son relationship is often used in many franchises already. Kratos himself became softer. And so far I like the rest.
    - rating: 9/10.
  81. EmmanuelVaCe
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    God of War: Primer juego de PlayStation que me atrapo al 100% con su historia, jugabilidad y soundtrack. Esas Valquirias me dieron un dolor de cabeza, pero esa satisfacción de derrotarlas, te hace sentir como un verdadero dios. Espero con ansias "Ragnarok" en 2022.
  82. MaliaxGaming
    Dec 9, 2021
    9
    Su renombre habla por si solo.
    El juego es increible.
    Le pondria el 10 pero siento que le falto mayor dificultad por escenario.
  83. DonCorl3on32003
    Dec 9, 2021
    7
    Good Hack and slash average God Of War. I think franchise have been coming down since it appears on psp
  84. Davidnotavailab
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    God of war really shows how a video game series can totally revamp their gameplay and end up being even better. I like that it changes the gameplay and doesn t go with the same old formula, while still maintaining to deliever fan service for the og's. The story is very well written, it has many twist and turns, his relationship with atreus has some tension at moments. The gameplay isGod of war really shows how a video game series can totally revamp their gameplay and end up being even better. I like that it changes the gameplay and doesn t go with the same old formula, while still maintaining to deliever fan service for the og's. The story is very well written, it has many twist and turns, his relationship with atreus has some tension at moments. The gameplay is really satisfying, personally this one my favorite combat in a video game ever, it s pretty challenging while also being pretty complex and cinematic. The only bad thing is after the stranger boss it doesn t really escalate in terms of epicness, but nonetheless they re still better than many other boss fights in games. Its just that the first fight is so good you ll have to see for yourself… Expand
  85. joelxboxer
    Dec 7, 2021
    0
    este es el peor juego que he jugado en mi puta vida, compre una playKK solo para este mierd@ dios xD
  86. Hame05D
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Story 10/10 Gameplay 10/10
    Charechters 10/10 I can't enjoy other games after playing this great game.
  87. doge_x_spoki
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    esta cosa es un JUEGASO, uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado en mi VIDA. lo de que atreus es loki, me resulto inesesario pero el final es epico, en fin el gameplay es hermoso, la historia bella, los graficos y el aspecto tecnico es exelente y es una de las mejores exclusivas de ps4
  88. DarkRahnne
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    Oh my gosh I loved this game I am so excited to play the new sequel I love the characters
  89. FriendlyZorro
    Nov 6, 2020
    10
    Game is amazing. Super effective combination of spectacle and engaging gameplay. Story feels abrupt at the end, but only after finishing the game I see that I played for hours and days, and the game is packed with other quests that I replay for a year now.
    Masterpiece.
  90. NiiaZa
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super game. Combat, story all of these were so much fun. The game itself have a lot of combo that suit either hardcore is player or soft player… Expand
  91. VioIrdsGX
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    The Ghost of Sparta returns to this game, good cinematics, soundtrack and everything.
  92. Mehdi_Xeonex
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    I'm so glad that PC gamers could play this Masterpiece and I believe that they will enjoy that and they will never hate this game and other PlayStation games, Just because they are exclusive, anymore!
  93. venom90
    Nov 28, 2021
    3
    I'm new to the franchise... but, this ain't a favorite. nice story, fun combat... for the most part, a few nice armor sets, fun characters... minus Kratos, good humor, deep emotions... but nowhere near a masterpiece. so many situational strategic runic attacks which are rendered useless by the fact that you can't switch them mid-fight. traps are so half-assedly done that they kill youI'm new to the franchise... but, this ain't a favorite. nice story, fun combat... for the most part, a few nice armor sets, fun characters... minus Kratos, good humor, deep emotions... but nowhere near a masterpiece. so many situational strategic runic attacks which are rendered useless by the fact that you can't switch them mid-fight. traps are so half-assedly done that they kill you when they shouldn't--like the crushing walls that kill you if you're just touching them like the one in Ivaldi's workshop where the chest is but has no opposing wall. only a few nice sets out of the bunch with NG+ dwindling that already small number down to 2 with one being only a reskin of The Travel's set (Falling Ash) Tyr's was at lest left alone... could've been improved but I lack any faith in your team's ability to do so . the few annoying puzzles on a few chests-challenge is fine but some are just annoying. the multiple targeting system an annoying joke--most games let you select multiple targets to hit. the inability to switch perks around was also annoying as some gear that may look good.... but, had lousy perks.( Aris's and Zeus's, specifically). irrelevant healing bonuses to some of the gear to be too slow to be viable. the Valkyrie Queen felt like a feminist designed the fight mechcanics. though, it was nice to be able to switch all enhancement around at once--most convenient. I'm aware that there's 3 more passed games but to me, this felt like their first attempt at making a game I'm not known for leaving reviews unless the game is bad... though, this is the better game on a short list. I hope Ragnorok is better.… Expand
  94. B00tador
    Nov 28, 2021
    9
    Loved it the first time around, found it quite hard to go back to though so on the fence about how I feel about it now.
  95. ekabon
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    I would have never thought that a God of War game will get into my top 10 list! It's a fantastic story that doesn't have anything that doesn't fit in it. True masterpiece!
  96. HunterMx
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    Un juego increíble y único, el mejor exclusivo de PlayStation, una obra maestra de Sony Santa Monica studios.
  97. DjaySuzi
    Nov 26, 2021
    9
    Not only is the greatest God of War game I've played, it's also one of the greatest games I've ever played. The characters, the story, the mechanics, and my god the gameplay was mind-blowing. There are no microtransactions. No ads. No bs DLCs that are comprised of content stripped from the original game. THIS IS HOW TRIPLE AAA GAMES SHOULD BE ACROSS THE BOARD. It lacks co-op, but itNot only is the greatest God of War game I've played, it's also one of the greatest games I've ever played. The characters, the story, the mechanics, and my god the gameplay was mind-blowing. There are no microtransactions. No ads. No bs DLCs that are comprised of content stripped from the original game. THIS IS HOW TRIPLE AAA GAMES SHOULD BE ACROSS THE BOARD. It lacks co-op, but it doesn't NEED it because everything else about it screams excellence.… Expand
  98. JACOBJAKE
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
  99. Nerdcast
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    I didnt like God of War in the past. I played the first one and the third one, I had some fun but that was it. I didnt liked the game that mucho.
    But this one is just great, its kind of a Metroidvania mixed with a good adventure game. I liked all her,e graphics were better on PS4 than must of Xbox One X games I was playing at the time.
    But this game has one flaw, its so good that makes    I didnt like God of War in the past. I played the first one and the third one, I had some fun but that was it. I didnt liked the game that mucho.
    But this one is just great, its kind of a Metroidvania mixed with a good adventure game. I liked all her,e graphics were better on PS4 than must of Xbox One X games I was playing at the time.
    But this game has one flaw, its so good that makes all other games less enyojable. The game I picked up afte this one couldnt live against the hype of God of War. Its just the best reason to have a PS4.    … Expand
  100. Hiyaky
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    One of the games that reaches the peak of the ps4! Beautiful execution, the story and gameplay together are just insane! I could notice they weren’t so good at facial expressions, but they managed not to rely on that in the majority of time, different from Horizon new dawn, which characters are LAME.
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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 13, 2018
    100
    The return of the furious Spartan warrior was made well. God of War is already a great contender for game of the year and you shouldn't miss it. [Issue#285]
  2. CD-Action
    Jul 6, 2018
    100
    Cory Barlog and his team achieved what many thought impossible – despite having changed almost everything Santa Monica managed to preserve that elusive spark that makes God of War game feel like a God of War game. They created one of the defining titles of the current generation and a technical marvel whose stunning beauty in motion words cannot describe. And there’s one more thing. Barlog’s touching reaction to his masterpiece’s scores shows that even in the world of huge budgets, micropayments, loot boxes and sales forecasts there still is a place for artists who pour their hearts into their work. We need someone to remind us of that once in a while. [06/2018, p.38]
  3. GameGrin
    Jun 7, 2018
    95
    Where most games excel in one single area, God of War manages to deliver on every front, providing players with one of the best experiences we’ve seen so far this generation.
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