God of War

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  1. alanwaketan
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    作为第一个白金的游戏，给个十分不过分。率先映入眼帘的就是这无与伦比的画面素质，尤其是枫叶飞舞的那组镜头，直让人感慨道次世代也不过如此吧。戏说确实不是胡说，改编也不是乱编。整个故事跌宕起伏，尤其是结尾那惊鸿一瞥不禁让人对后续剧情翘首以盼。战斗部分，打击感相当出色，女武神打得我不亦乐乎。这款重生的金字招牌确实无可挑剔。玩就完事了。作为第一个白金的游戏，给个十分不过分。率先映入眼帘的就是这无与伦比的画面素质，尤其是枫叶飞舞的那组镜头，直让人感慨道次世代也不过如此吧。戏说确实不是胡说，改编也不是乱编。整个故事跌宕起伏，尤其是结尾那惊鸿一瞥不禁让人对后续剧情翘首以盼。战斗部分，打击感相当出色，女武神打得我不亦乐乎。这款重生的金字招牌确实无可挑剔。玩就完事了。
  2. Rath_23
    Apr 16, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy buen juego en Historia y Jugabilidad.
    Aunque Hayan Decidido Cambiar la fórmula para darle un Aire fresco a la saga les salió bien la jugada    … Expand
  3. Pacificdude
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    This game is the best, not only is the story really interesting and the ending shocking but the action and fighting isn't hard. This game gives you the decision whether if you want a challenge or a story, the difficulty is balanced and that's what i really enjoy. it gives the player decision. Also, it is really fun to after the game with all the challenges and i find it really fun to playThis game is the best, not only is the story really interesting and the ending shocking but the action and fighting isn't hard. This game gives you the decision whether if you want a challenge or a story, the difficulty is balanced and that's what i really enjoy. it gives the player decision. Also, it is really fun to after the game with all the challenges and i find it really fun to play after story mode which is really rare for me. Overall good story and game play.… Expand
  4. chill_daffodil1
    Apr 16, 2020
    9
    Amazing game. The story is the one of the best in the history of gaming. The combat is satisfying and feels smooth. The puzzles are well made. The graphics are beautiful. You can really understand the emotions in the characters and come to love them. This is one of the best arguments for video games being considered an art form. I just wish there was a little guidance for what to do whenAmazing game. The story is the one of the best in the history of gaming. The combat is satisfying and feels smooth. The puzzles are well made. The graphics are beautiful. You can really understand the emotions in the characters and come to love them. This is one of the best arguments for video games being considered an art form. I just wish there was a little guidance for what to do when you finish the main story line.… Expand
  5. jhollis977
    Apr 16, 2020
    8
    One of the better crafted games of this generation, GoW was an engaging experience and a fun one. However, I felt like they took many elements from other games. The father/child bonding experience was TLOU's key element. The climbing, jumping, and physics puzzles are very Tomb Raider-esque. The RPG elements aren't anything new, but still add some depth. Overall a really good game, butOne of the better crafted games of this generation, GoW was an engaging experience and a fun one. However, I felt like they took many elements from other games. The father/child bonding experience was TLOU's key element. The climbing, jumping, and physics puzzles are very Tomb Raider-esque. The RPG elements aren't anything new, but still add some depth. Overall a really good game, but I feel like they took some credit in their GOTY award that maybe they didn't fully deserve.… Expand
  6. Borka
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    I really liked the plot. RPG elements are so good and this little kid with a bow ,who helps you to fight bosses. You can see relationship between father and son . During this game you can see Kratos from the other side .
  7. Cntriptal4ceman
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    First and foremost God of War is a very impressive game to look at and to marvel its technical prowess. But, it's not a game that I ever got completely absorbed by (aside for some brief sequences scattered throughout). The general high praise for it is certainly valid and I am in agreement on the qualities which have given the game its numerous awards and popularity. To start off, althoughFirst and foremost God of War is a very impressive game to look at and to marvel its technical prowess. But, it's not a game that I ever got completely absorbed by (aside for some brief sequences scattered throughout). The general high praise for it is certainly valid and I am in agreement on the qualities which have given the game its numerous awards and popularity. To start off, although this review is 2 years late, the graphics are still much better than those of most games today, if not all but a few. The visuals are beautiful, the way the game moves and feels has pushed the boundaries for games— at the time it came out I probably couldn't name a game that looked and felt more technically polished on a surface level. At first I wasn't much of a fan of the combat as it felt kind of sluggish and monotonous with the introductory enemy encounters, but with more playtime I started to really enjoy and appreciate the level of detail put into fighting as Kratos. What at first seemed a combat design too heavy and slow soon became satisfyingly precise and nuanced-- you can feel the weight and power of Kratos’ axe, which starts feeling great and controlled with repetition, getting practice with all of the movement and timing of Kratos' abilities and whatnot. So the game really gains momentum because of this expanding comfortability with and fun of fighting. The combat is not perfect by any means, however. It can become a little too repetitive with the common enemies that Kratos' faces, but never to the point of annoyance due to how fun it can be to fight any one large group of mythical creatures.
    What was somewhat lacking in the game for me was actually the pace of the whole thing. The story with its Norse mythological ties was interesting and well-implemented into the world for the most part. I enjoyed hearing your talking head of a companion Mímir relate his ties to the Norse gods and mythology. Though the main thread of the game story was a bit weak, or just felt slightly underwhelming in terms of how it carried the game forward. There are many brief intervals of dullness in the game. I'd be uncertain whether to explore some of the outer areas of the world or just continue with the main story. The game's somewhat passive suggestions to explore the realms and go on side quests conflicted with the main story. So this seemed to take away from the immersion into Kratos and Atreus’ personal quest at hand. Why should we go to that place? Just to play a mini game or trial that has no consequence to the story. Albeit these side quests and challenges are generally fun and in that sense they are positive aspects of the game--the Valkyrie fights were one of the highlights of the game. But usually, the optional quests seemed like extra material to stuff in to the game to ensure more playability. More linearity would be good in this case, at least in terms of the player's objective. If more of the exploration were connected with Kratos' and Atreus' journey instead of being optional and seemingly inconsequential, then the game would have been more powerful.
    To conclude this rambling, I definitely want to make clear that God of War is a damn good game. Great in visuals, combat, sound, attention to detail and atmosphere. It does fantastically in bringing Norse mythology to life, often informative and relevant to anyone interested in the ancient lore. I have only played parts of the earlier God War installments, but it doesn't surprise me that this is labeled as the best yet. It is no joke of a game experience. However, it needed more narrative immersion, less of the in-between an open world and cinematic action-adventure, and a stronger conclusion for it to be considered one of the greats of the generation. Though it's still a game that every gamer should definitely try for how fun and seamless the gameplay is and to note the great care and detail put into the surrounding world and lore, even if all the parts don’t come together most effectively.    … Expand
  8. beery1
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    My first game after 3 years of absence playing PS4 games and I love it especially the story which is outstanding.
  9. DiavoloGR
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Game of decade. And best God of war game ever Santa Monica take our money..
  10. FuriousAegon
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Iwould say thats a best action RPG that ive ever played (objectively).Super Cool narrative,good gameplay and worked out lore and story of character.Ive recomend that game to every PS4 owner you need to play that masterpiece!
  11. WERNERBARKHUIZ
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Too short . I love the game and the new depth to kartos , best weapon on the ps4 ever.
  12. Mezzeruk
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    The very best of games over the last 45 years. Up there with the greatest games of all time and the best game currently available on PS4. It's a true masterpiece.
  13. iKen
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Played on PlayStation 4 Pro.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: AWESOME.
    Voice Acting: AWESOME.
  14. themanwith
    Apr 11, 2020
    7
    Where is the scenario?? Oh yes, the ashes...Gameplay and graphics are awsome and that's all.
  15. Yourmumsbills
    Apr 11, 2020
    1
    I have to be honest, this has to be the most overrated game ever, and it's the first time i've suspected that reviews have been paid for. Not a single average, let alone negative "critic" review, despite this games many shortcomings. Now this game looks amazing, the graphics and the area design are stunning. Sadly it's almost entirely inaccessible as a player, you're stuck to very limitedI have to be honest, this has to be the most overrated game ever, and it's the first time i've suspected that reviews have been paid for. Not a single average, let alone negative "critic" review, despite this games many shortcomings. Now this game looks amazing, the graphics and the area design are stunning. Sadly it's almost entirely inaccessible as a player, you're stuck to very limited pathways and funneled towards enemy areas where you fight the same few generic enemies and eventually a boss..and besides a few collectables and bits of story, that's about it, it's just repeating the same thing over and over, whilst surrounded by beautiful scenery that you can't explore at all, which makes the game feel like it's several generations old...oh hold on, you can smash pots...yep a game made in this era and we're still smashing pots. Then there's Kratos as a character, Firstly he's a demigod who apparently can't jump...Absolutely ridiculous. Now there are other great games where the main character or characters can't jump, but the gameplay design of those games is done so well that you don't really notice. In God Of War it VERY noticeable! The lack of a jump mechanic along with the very linear gameplay just take away any feeling of power from the character, which in a God Of War game is ludicrous. Climbing is another poor bit of game design. Kratos is only able to climb areas very clearly marked with paint, and he has to climb down the same way. At one point i climbed a small ledge to smash some pots (great fun...) and i had to backtrack to the painted climbing area to get down. it was a 4ft high ledge and Kratos couldn't just hop down..Again, a demigod who can't jump down from a 4ft high ledge...The main issue with all this games limitations is that they take away any feeling of immersion, and again make the gameplay feel incredibly dated. Kratos controls like a character from a generation of gaming that controlled in that way only due to the technical limitations of the time. I could go into the annoying father son story ( Akin to having to listen to your breeder friends who do nothing but bang on about they're effing kids because they assume you care as much as they do) and the fact that you have an irritating side kick to have to think about whilst playing. Atreus adds nothing to the gameplay is frankly just annoying..just like people who won't shut up about they're f!*king kids.

    In general this game is just incredibly underwhelming. It's a beautiful looking game that is let down by very dated, linear game design.    … Expand
  16. alikhalid291
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    In this game, everything was presented as a lover in the games ... On the one hand, the legendary story that complements the events of the previous parts with another perspective and thinking that fits this generation ... On the one hand, the legendary legend is very, very strong, very visually entertaining ... Now we move to the strange part, which is the gameplay All new in all respects,In this game, everything was presented as a lover in the games ... On the one hand, the legendary story that complements the events of the previous parts with another perspective and thinking that fits this generation ... On the one hand, the legendary legend is very, very strong, very visually entertaining ... Now we move to the strange part, which is the gameplay All new in all respects, and you can choose the way to enjoy and also return to the roots of the game in the middle of the game ... This is my personal opinion ... Thank you, Sony… Expand
  17. Gokublack87
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece from start to finish. What not to say about this game the soundtrack is amazing. Graphics and gameplay are superb and story is inspirational no loot boxes no pay dlc. Worth every penny. Kudos to the developers and Sony. Was always a fan of The Originals but this is truly exceptional work
  18. janu63562
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Its a must play game!!!! In my opinion it is better then Witcher 3, The Last Of Us and Skyrim. Don't get me wrong they are great games but I just think God Of War (God Of War 4) is better! Simply a masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  19. Xboxtrashbag
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo da última década! Basicamente zero defeitos! Só chora xbox mil lixos! Passando spoiler pra fuder ainda a jogatina dos outros por pura inveja! Vcs são uns otários!!!! GOTY 2018 "Julix pode sim, cunequitar dubi atimus in até deiz xboquis une"
  20. Maxdufour1738
    Apr 8, 2020
    8
    I thoroughly enjoyed the game throughout. The combat is very diverse and doesn’t get old though the enemies always have very large amounts of health which sometimes makes it tedious. The story is great and the relation between kratos and atreus feels believable and deep. The game is relatively linear with a few fun quests on the side. All the side quests are very well done and fleshed outI thoroughly enjoyed the game throughout. The combat is very diverse and doesn’t get old though the enemies always have very large amounts of health which sometimes makes it tedious. The story is great and the relation between kratos and atreus feels believable and deep. The game is relatively linear with a few fun quests on the side. All the side quests are very well done and fleshed out making it obvious that they went for quality over quantity. Even though the game was very fun to play, I can’t help myself from feeling like this is just a setup for god of war 5. I was always feeling as the game was leading to show us Thor and Odin or important gods, but we never see them.
    It also shows three realms in the game that we can never access throughout the game. When the game ended I was a little disappointed since I was convinced I would go to Asgard or the other realms. This all made me feel like I was cut short and that I was forced to buy god of war 5 when it comes out in order to experience the whole story. All in all though fantastic experience that does leave me wanting more.    … Expand
  21. DonApolinar08
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    Una aventura épica que cambia la forma de jugar los God of war sin que se sienta diferente
  22. heila
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    很少有像战神一样在主机端能够做到如此高质量的游戏体验, 60fps, 故事, 色彩, 战斗, 装备, 都是满分.
  23. Varg978
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    One of the best games ever played, one of the best stories ever told. Characters, environments and animations are just top notch.

    I didn't particularly like the New Game + (maybe because I didn't want the game to finish, ever!).
  24. theofficial
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games ever. It’s simply a must play for play station owners and newcomers alike.
  25. blobthegob
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    i have nothing to say except for this is my favorite game and you should play it
  26. awreies232
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    The best god of war game and one of the best video games ever made...…...……………..!!!!
  27. Jaku78
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  28. Quanchy
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    It's a mastapiece... If you ignore the land of fog that place is trash. But yeah otherwise a mastapiece.
  29. defusername
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Amazing experience. Combat is weighty, story is long and boss battles are stunning. Definitely recommended to purchase.
  30. MRP182
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    It's the best game in the franchise.
    It's amazing what Santa Monica has managed to do, its spectacular in every way.
    I can't wait for the sequence.
  31. ASTURK
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    This game is legend nnsjnsjwnjdwnjxwncjdwnjnc3djncjebheb2xhnwcdhndchnwdcjnrd3jndeujdc
  32. Descole
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    It's the nordic The last of us. The Gameplay is fun, the world is beautiful crafted and im excited for the sequel
  33. maji8518
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best video games I have ever played! A true masterpiece in every aspect!
  34. Santiacosta
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This game is simply the best i've ever played, everything is perfect, characters, story, enemies, graphics, truly great.
  35. Bobo77
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely deserves game of the year Titel... Hands down the best game I have ever played.… Expand
  36. SashaCursy
    Apr 4, 2020
    7
    A game with great potential, which it did not fully realize. Too many puzzles (the main problem), scandinavian myths in the dialogs and diary are presented superficially, the map is uncomfortable, you have to return to the same locations only in order to solve another puzzle with a chest, for the solution of which there were no weapons before (instead, it would be possible to do moreA game with great potential, which it did not fully realize. Too many puzzles (the main problem), scandinavian myths in the dialogs and diary are presented superficially, the map is uncomfortable, you have to return to the same locations only in order to solve another puzzle with a chest, for the solution of which there were no weapons before (instead, it would be possible to do more additional quests with the disclosure of the plot), additional quests are very few, the number of resources that need to be farm in Niflheim is overestimated. From what has been done well: a gorgeous battle system (I especially liked the battles with the Valkyries), beautiful graphics, the plot is quite interesting, high-quality Russian voice adaptation.… Expand
  37. SamuNN
    Apr 4, 2020
    4
    This game is not a masterpiece, it's average at best, extremely frustrating at worst.

    I'll cut this review into 3 parts: 1. Gameplay 2. Story 3. Replayability Gameplay: The gameplay in GOW has always been quite simple, but it was always made interesting by the flashy moves and combos you could pull off. This games combat is basically Dark Souls, with shoulder attack buttons???    This game is not a masterpiece, it's average at best, extremely frustrating at worst.

    I'll cut this review into 3 parts:

    1. Gameplay
    2. Story
    3. Replayability

    Gameplay:
    The gameplay in GOW has always been quite simple, but it was always made interesting by the flashy moves and combos you could pull off. This games combat is basically Dark Souls, with shoulder attack buttons??? I'm a huge fan of DS don't get me wrong but every single game doesn't have to base itself around that sort of combat system, it's getting kind of old now. Enemies are complete bullet sponges, with extremely frustrating AI, this is even worse when you factor these in in the AWFUL boss battles in this game. There are 3 original Boss battles in this game, Baldur, Magni and Modi, and the Dragon. Don't you dare call those stupid trolls they used like 30 times a boss. They knew the trolls weren't hard so they constantly put in 20 enemies with it at the same time. This is not making your combat system shine, SMS, it's making it show it's flaws. The camera can't fight five people at a time, they tried to remedy this by adding these red arrows to tell you when to dodge, but this makes it so you're looking more at that then at the screen itself to know when to dodge. And don't even get me started on the RPG elements, you're telling me Kratos, the god that killed the entire Greek Pantheon cannot kill a simple draugr if he doesn't have a bit more armor???? Wtf is this? Definitely the worst part of the gameplay as this leads to constant farming for better gear, again, FARMING IN A GOW GAME. I don't mind doing a lot of quests for EXP and gaining new perks and abilities, but not like that. They're blocking satisfying fights and stuff behind grinding, such a shame. All in all the combat gets pretty stale and repetitive so be warned. The graphics and environments look amazing but are underused because you spend most of your time inside, real shame.

    Story:
    This story, is so, goddamn boring. Let me explain, the goal of Kratos and his son is to carry Faye's ashes to the highest peak in all the nine realms. This in itself is already not the most interesting thing, perhaps the story will expand once you get started right? No, it doesn't. You don't even have emotional attachment to Faye's character because you never get to know her, you just start the game and she's dead, so how am I supposed to feel attached to this journey that's so 'important' to Kratos and Atreus while we basically don't know and don't give a **** about Faye. I see a lot of people praising this game for it's 'mature' look on GOW like wow so deep. All this constant talking (not only between Kratos and Atreus) makes this **** a walking simulator, forced walking segments with stupid dialogue between these characters. Is this what makes a game mature these days? Walking segments with expository dialogue? No this isn't interesting or deep it's straight up boring when this is what you do during 50% of the games story. Let's talk about the main focus of it all, Kratos and his son. I can see why a lot of people like it, and I respect that, but hear my side of the story. I thought Atreus' addition was a missed opportunity. It made Kratos look more like a **** then his older self. Atreus is not endearing nor cute nor fun nor boy nor nothing! He pissed me off more then anything in this game. He made me want to quit halfway through the story because of **** character. A huge sigh came out of my mouth every time he did something, I didn't find it fun to babysit this kid for the whole game, it just didn't do it for me. But I can see why some people do like him and get invested in him. What I did like in this story was Mimir, thank god that guy was there or I wouldn't have finished this game. As for Baldur, he was pretty interesting at first but became more of a nuisance later, mainly because the boss fight plays out the exact same every time you fight him, oh yeah after that it goes all DMC and he gets color coded so you can only damage him with the Leviathan Axe or Chaos Blades, so dumb. I could rant on and on about the story but i'll keep it to this.

    Replayability:
    This game has no second value, once you get through the main story, that's it. Of course you could replay the game on higher difficulty like GMGOW, but this is not a fun or challenging difficulty, it's basically 'enemies have 30k health and if you mess up once you're dead'. Side missions are uninteresting and you get jack **** for doing them. And the Valkyries are locked behind grind walls. Good luck killing them too 'cause their boss fight are totally fair. And before you say anything I beat Sigrun.

    My final verdict is a 4/10
    This game got hyped up so much and is overrated as hell, very disappointed by how it turned out, but I guess it's only €20 now so it's ok.    … Expand
  38. Souza225
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    The best PS4 game ever
    Everything is perfect! Deserved the Goty award. One of the best games of ALL time
  39. 613th
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    Almost great game, but still very very good.

    I went through this game right after passing the God of War 3 and because of this the whole story and the line of Kratos were were closer and more holistic to me. But if we are talking about this game, we should note that the story of this part is more cinematic and made rather better than the previous, when all game and its plot were at    Almost great game, but still very very good.

    I went through this game right after passing the God of War 3 and because of this the whole story and the line of Kratos were were closer and more holistic to me.

    But if we are talking about this game, we should note that the story of this part is more cinematic and made rather better than the previous, when all game and its plot were at one level with whole game industry.
    In this part of GoW the main characters are shown more deeply, their motives are revealed and shown. They are more interesting and charismatic. There are a lot of side characters, which are worked out very well.
    And the whole setting of game is very very beautiful, great and unique. If in the beggining of playing i were bored of swiming in this boat around the lake, to the end of game i were happy to explore new and new areas.

    One bad thing about the entourage - sometimes it is too complicated due to the large amount names, notes, legends. It is good for the game, but it is hard to keep track of everything.

    The fighting and RPG-part of game seems too complictaed in the beggining, but then it is ok and i find it much better then in the past part. Maybe bosses became less harder, but some of enemys (Valkyries, trials, echo of the mists) make you to try hard.

    It is almost 1010 game ( i spend a lot of time around side quests and exploring), but some of constituents make me stop at 9 of 10.    … Expand
  40. Dalray3s
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    Kratos y su segunda juventud
    Recién terminada la historia principal, paso a valorar lo que me ha gustado mas y menos
    Puntos Positivos -La historia algunos giros muy chulos y el vinculo entre Kratos y Atreus -Los golpes y especialmente los puñetazos, suenan de maravilla -Mezcla bien los momentos mas intensos con otros mas contemplativos -Mimir ayuda con sus comentarios a quitarle    Kratos y su segunda juventud
    Recién terminada la historia principal, paso a valorar lo que me ha gustado mas y menos

    Puntos Positivos
    -La historia algunos giros muy chulos y el vinculo entre Kratos y Atreus
    -Los golpes y especialmente los puñetazos, suenan de maravilla
    -Mezcla bien los momentos mas intensos con otros mas contemplativos
    -Mimir ayuda con sus comentarios a quitarle intensidad.
    -Todos los personajes que aparecen tienen su encanto.

    Puntos Negativos
    -Los menús son terribles
    -Me hubiese gustado tener mas opciones de personalizar la forma de combatir como otras mejoras para Atreus
    -El modo optimizado no esta optimizado    … Expand
  41. Nelpat
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    In my opinion it is the best Play Station 4 game. Worthy of Goty. It has a beautiful, very emotional story, the characters are memorable, and the relationship of Atreus and Kratos is the best. On the other hand, the soundtrack is epic, at the level of "god of war". The combat system is fluid, frantic and with very varied combos. Very fun and exciting.
  42. Ryujisa
    Apr 1, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is so worse. The graphic is awful. I hate Kratos and Thor. The leviathan is so weak.… Expand
  43. Timpo1122
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    It is very good. Great mechanics, great gameplay, great story. Waiting for the second part.
  44. damndaniel023
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    EXCELLENT. You can play this for hours and never be tired. Been playing GoW since Ps2 and never disappointed. Awesome story, great soundtrack, sometimes you can feel that you're watching a movie. This is the kind of experience that I most enjoy in a game.
  45. Karathanos
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    The best game of all time. I love the souls like gameplay mechanics. I love the story and the characters... I love everything about this game.
  46. JolyDem
    Mar 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра оправдала свои деньги , этот мир , лор , графика проста шедевр .Плюсы 1)Боевика 2) Графика 3) Кат-сцены и т.д. Минусы 1)Что нельзя прыгать . Я доволен игрой бой с Бальдором это дикий экнш

    Почему    … Expand
  47. AsianJakePaul
    Mar 30, 2020
    9
    Very good game. Story was great and the voice acting was top notch. Can’t wait for the sequel
  48. Kregon
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game has it all. Character development for bouth Kratos and Atreous. You get a deep dive in norse mythology. Challanging and rewarding gameplay and combat. Can't wait for what the next game will bring to the table. If they follow Tyr to other mythologies / find out if Atreous will go evil as Loki does in the mythology / or just smash Thor and Odin.… Expand
  49. CrusadeXR
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    It is the best game in the world, This game is amazing. Everything is perfect. Everything is fine,Everything is INCREDIBLE! I bought PS4 just for this game because ITS KRATOS AND ATREUS. I'm a huge fan of God Of War. Waiting ımpatiently for GOW 5. Please bring it a little quickly.
  50. Darstada
    Mar 29, 2020
    9
    Loved the gameplay and graphics were amazing but the story doesn't feel memorable.
  51. Absharalam
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game i literally connected to this game. Emotional moment. .. Action story.... Puzzles...
    Details.. 10 / 10    … Expand
  52. ViperXT
    Mar 28, 2020
    7
    Story did not grab me like I expected. Game play was great, the kid was a bit an annoying touch to be honest. Graphics were amazingly done even playing it on the original PS4.
  53. Riccardof95
    Mar 28, 2020
    0
    Non mi piace lento è monotono , molto sbilanciato impreciso, mappa poco distruttibile
  54. maettsook
    Mar 28, 2020
    2
    Not what I was looking for, Bought this based on the high score it has. Have played it for about an hour and I'm bored into a stupor. Very little story and too much meaningless fighting. Yeah I know it's a game called God of War what else should I expect.? Well a bit of a story for a start, maybe a character to care about. The character is some roided up alpha male with voice deeper thanNot what I was looking for, Bought this based on the high score it has. Have played it for about an hour and I'm bored into a stupor. Very little story and too much meaningless fighting. Yeah I know it's a game called God of War what else should I expect.? Well a bit of a story for a start, maybe a character to care about. The character is some roided up alpha male with voice deeper than the Mariana Trench. He goes off with his son to hunt a deer, Kills a few skeleton things by swinging an axe, then had to fight some enormous troll, by throwing the axe. Which was not a short fight and pretty monotonous. Gets annoyed at son and decides to go back home. Presumably for a bit of story development. Nope! Upon arriving home another boss knocks at the door and you're thrown into another 10 minute fight of axe swinging, blocking and dodging only for the tattooed annoyance to heal himself for more fighting . That's when I turned it off. Perhaps the game gets better and stops being an unrelenting fight, Maybe one day I'll be bored enough to find out, But not today, I'll go back to Far Cry or something similar and collect some trophies instead. Only positive is that I bought it 2nd hand, thank the God of War that I didn't shell out the full price.… Expand
  55. Mfgr
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    The looks are incredible and the gameplay is very immersive, I can certainly say that it's one of the best games in its generation.
  56. Canario88
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing Battle. Amazing relationship. Amazing story. Amazing landscape. Amazing Axe.
  57. ghosttoyou
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    9/10............................................................................
  58. Ernest_vzla
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Tide for best game of the series with GOW2. A true masterpiece that revives the franchise and innovates in all aspects of the game. New setting, new gameplay, new graphics, new music, new voice actors but the genius is that it still feels like GOW, everything has changed but it still feels familiar. Best game of 2019.
  59. Kin260
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    I think in writing a review it's best to keep in mind what the creators of a project were going for. With God of War they were going for a hack and slash title with spectacular cinematographic sequences. They knocked it out of the park. I don't think the game was particularly innovative, and I didn't get into the combat system as deeply as some, but what I experienced was close-toI think in writing a review it's best to keep in mind what the creators of a project were going for. With God of War they were going for a hack and slash title with spectacular cinematographic sequences. They knocked it out of the park. I don't think the game was particularly innovative, and I didn't get into the combat system as deeply as some, but what I experienced was close-to perfection, and a standard-setting hack and slash title that should be praised for its achievements.

    Not a perfect game though. Sometimes interacting with enemies and the environment don't work out and end up looking really messed up. Also some more enemy diversity would have been great. But on the plus side the voice acting is great and Kratos actually feels like a character instead of some meathead avatar to beat **** up in a game.    … Expand
  60. Gabrieldosstos
    Mar 25, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo tem gráfico, história bonitos porem não tem a jogabilidade que relembre os clássicos o jogo tem combate muito repetitivo os combos são muito poucos o jogo era pra ter pulo pra relembrar pelo menos os clássicos o inimigos sao repetitivo ao mapa tem obstáculo inúteis pra criança fazer o jogo tem muito diálogo que mais jogo… Expand
  61. Rickstoker
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Una muy pero muy buena historia y muy buena jugabilidad. Las misiones secundarias no son para nada aburrida
  62. Espartano2020
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Cory Barlog eres el puto amo, este "reinicio" de la saga es simplemente una maravilla. Este Kratos mas maduro es genial y claro, no nos olvidemos de Atreus, un personaje que acompaña de forma perfecta a nuestro heroe espartano.

    Esperamos con ansias la continuacion de esta nueva y epica aventura nordica.

    Gracias por esta obra maestra!
  63. splix_es
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    просто круче игры мои глаза не видели, 10 из 10, просто кайф, рекомендую всем! Даже мой бро который форточку 24/7 играет, прошел её, а это показатель xD
  64. luemcasa10
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of war de PS4 para mí es uno de mis juegos preferidos cuenta con uno de los mejores jefes de la franquicia, que es Baldur .
    Y también uno de los más difíciles.
    Que es la reina de las valquirias.
    Kratos y su hijo Atreus están de luto porque se murió la esposa del fantasma de Esparta y la madre de Atreus .
    Su último deseo era que esparcieran sus senisas en el pico más elevado de todos los reinos.    … Expand
  65. Azn47
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This game is nothing short of a masterpiece. It is not without some flaws, but in general, this is one of the finest pieces of software ever made.

    The story and presentation are simply breathtaking. The continuous camera is so well implemented and it really feels as if youre following kratos through is story instead of playing a game. The combat is extremely satisfying and weighty.    This game is nothing short of a masterpiece. It is not without some flaws, but in general, this is one of the finest pieces of software ever made.

    The story and presentation are simply breathtaking. The continuous camera is so well implemented and it really feels as if youre following kratos through is story instead of playing a game.
    The combat is extremely satisfying and weighty. While it is clearly derived from Soulsborne-esque games, it has its own nice twist on it with the abilities specific to kratos.

    The only notable flaws I could really point out with the game is the lack of enemy variety and the performance. While the boss fights are there (with some of them being seriously epic) every time you think youre going to have another big fight, they just throw the same stupid trolls at you that are extremely easy to take down even on the harder difficulties.

    The performance on the PS4 Pro is a tad disappointing as the performance mode definitely does not hold to 60fps often and I constantly feel the drops. But it's way better and easier to play on the variable performance mode than a sluggish 30fps cap with checkerboard rendering artifacts that stand out like a sore thumb.

    Overall this game deserves all the success and praise it has gotten.    … Expand
  66. Kocharov
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Игра понравилась. Прошёл 3 раза, также на платину в игре +. С удовольствием перекройку ещё раз.
  67. drlowdon
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Following the death of his wife, Kratos and his son Atreus journey to fulfil her last request and spread her ashes at the highest peak of the nine realms. Unfortunately Kratos’ troubled past is far from behind him, and his journey soon brings them into conflict with the gods and monster of the Norse world.

    The series has always been held in high regard for its combat, and thanks to the    Following the death of his wife, Kratos and his son Atreus journey to fulfil her last request and spread her ashes at the highest peak of the nine realms. Unfortunately Kratos’ troubled past is far from behind him, and his journey soon brings them into conflict with the gods and monster of the Norse world.

    The series has always been held in high regard for its combat, and thanks to the brilliantly versatile Leviathan Axe wielded by Kratos for the majority of the game, this is another step up from previous instalments. The biggest change however is Kratos himself, who has gone from being very much a one note character to something much more complex. He’s still as miserable as ever (sometimes comically so) but throughout the game his relationship with his past, and with his son, are very much at the forefront making him an actually protagonist rather than a blank avatar for the player to use to cause destruction. When you add the beautifully crafted world full of secrets to discover on top you have one of the best action adventures games on the PlayStation 4.    … Expand
  68. Swebby355
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    Perfect. Absolute must play. Only hope for the next one is a more open world feel. Need more games like this.
  69. Karasyok228
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    The best game i think i have ever play.....................................
  70. Daniel_M
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    The Best game what I ever played. Glorious story!!! Wait for a new part!!!!!
  71. Freygan
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    Ждал как свой день рождения, тоесть ни как (шучу), первая игра которая действительно подарила ощущение приключения и я нахожусь рядом с кратосом.
  72. Joker4000
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This game is a must have for anyone with a ps4. The gameplay is very captivating and fun, and the story is enthralling with realistic characters which enhance the story. Overall, this game is a masterpiece.
  73. steve_kent99
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
    A breath of fresh air for one of the greatest gaming series of all time. Absolutely spectacular!
  74. carlos2017
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
    Jogo simplesmente magnífico. Sem dúvida está no ranking dos melhores jogos que já joguei até hoje.
  75. NXT
    Mar 19, 2020
    9
    Great cinematic experience, intense and crazy game. But it lacks something in terms of gameplay. In spite of that this game is a must play.
  76. reinventingwed
    May 24, 2019
    10
    The God of War franchise has been a favorite of mine for years. I couldn't help but be a little worried when I knew this one was going to flip the series on it's head, but damn, I was blown away by this.

    Combat is fun, the story is engaging, and watching the relationship between Kratos and Atreus unfold is heartbreaking and heartwarming all at the same time. I wish it were a longer game,    The God of War franchise has been a favorite of mine for years. I couldn't help but be a little worried when I knew this one was going to flip the series on it's head, but damn, I was blown away by this.

    Combat is fun, the story is engaging, and watching the relationship between Kratos and Atreus unfold is heartbreaking and heartwarming all at the same time. I wish it were a longer game, but thankfully, I can start a new game plus.

    One of the best games I've ever had the pleasure of playing. I really hope we don't have to wait another FIVE years for the next one.    … Expand
  77. Tapuziman
    Mar 17, 2020
    10
    This game is the best game i ever playing
    This hame is masrepiece this game is perfect
    The story is interested the fights fun and the charecters are great very good game.
  78. Akshaykarthik13
    Mar 15, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games , when I was done playing it ,every other game looked boring
  79. Super-score
    Mar 15, 2020
    10
    It's amazing in game industry I just want to say thank you for this gift for gamers!
  80. Destruct_
    Mar 14, 2020
    10
    Such a good game you can see when atreus is in danger kratos voice changes and it seems that his worried and he doesn't wnat to express that, the soundtrack is gorgeous tge graphics are amazing
  81. Black__Baboon
    Mar 13, 2020
    10
    Игра с потрясающим сюжетом и неплохим геймплеем. Графика смотрится неплохо даже на слимке.
  82. JoseofCatarina
    Mar 13, 2020
    10
    Man, where do I begin? As a youngster, God of War was one of the best experiences I had on PS2, and is one of my favorite games. But honestly, I wasn't that excited about this release. I didn't think that gory, button mashing, hack and slash would be viable in the current meta, because gaming has evolved so much.
    But, the director took this game in a new direction. This combat is a    Man, where do I begin? As a youngster, God of War was one of the best experiences I had on PS2, and is one of my favorite games. But honestly, I wasn't that excited about this release. I didn't think that gory, button mashing, hack and slash would be viable in the current meta, because gaming has evolved so much.
    But, the director took this game in a new direction. This combat is a mixture of Dark Souls and the old God of War, and quite frankly is incredible.
    The combat is impeccable, the graphics are awe-inspiring, the gameplay is extremely satisfying, and the story is emotional and riveting.
    Oh, and the dialogue is extremely thought out. It's clever, funny, and very believable.
    Cory Balrog deserves all of the praise he can get. This game is a masterpiece.    … Expand
  83. Elucidate
    Mar 13, 2020
    8
    The narrative, world-building, and voice acting are top-notch. The relationship between Kratos and Atreus was really well written and developed nicely throughout the main story. On the flip side, the post-main-story content was disappointing, especially given the game's immersion and emphasis on storytelling. I played the game on normal difficulty, which leaned towards the easy side butThe narrative, world-building, and voice acting are top-notch. The relationship between Kratos and Atreus was really well written and developed nicely throughout the main story. On the flip side, the post-main-story content was disappointing, especially given the game's immersion and emphasis on storytelling. I played the game on normal difficulty, which leaned towards the easy side but still felt satisfying enough. I can see how it would be frustrating on harder difficulties since the combat isn't that polished in the way the Soulsborne games are, for example. Finally, I would've liked to see a little more creativity and variety in the boss battles.

    Overall, a very solid game that I had a great time playing, but it isn't perfect just because it uses Norse mythology and the fact that Kratos is more chill.    … Expand
  84. Robovma33
    Mar 11, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! A true masterpiece in every aspect! If you have not played it yet, then what are you waiting for?. 100% recommend 100/100.
  85. RoyJones321
    Mar 10, 2020
    10
    Best god of war game ever made!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  86. Fakul63
    Mar 9, 2020
    10
    Brilliant game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Must play for any god of war fans!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  87. ElvisPresley321
    Mar 9, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece! look at all these xbox fanboys giving out negative reviews!!!
  88. JanieGotAGun
    Mar 8, 2020
    10
    One of the best video games ever made!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  89. Drucket
    Mar 8, 2020
    1
    Do you enjoy fighting hundreds upon hundreds of copy-pasted enemies? Do you enjoy, after having an epic fight with a god, getting oneshot by a random mob in the woods, because hes got 2 levels on you? Do you enjoy getting backstabbed and having to restart a whole fight, because some dev decided that shoulder mounted camera in a slasher is a good idea? How about an open world, withDo you enjoy fighting hundreds upon hundreds of copy-pasted enemies? Do you enjoy, after having an epic fight with a god, getting oneshot by a random mob in the woods, because hes got 2 levels on you? Do you enjoy getting backstabbed and having to restart a whole fight, because some dev decided that shoulder mounted camera in a slasher is a good idea? How about an open world, with absolutely nothing to do? Do you like exploring said world and solve boring puzzles only to find some resources to craft really boring armor? Do you like playing a slasher with only 2 (actual) weapons on your character? No? Well wait, theres more. If you are like me, and tried playing the game on "hard" difficulty, also prepare to get bursted multiple times during any fight, while trying to deliver damage by such little amounts, you dont always see enemy healthbar being depleted. Everything in this game is a mess. They took a beloved character, and from an epic anti-hero with lots of internal struggle turned him into a grumpy dad. They took a great and well-developed combat mechanics and turned it into boring and annoying experience. They took beautiful linear story experience and turned it into another empty open world game. Granted, perhaps old god of war slasher would not have found such succes these days, but instead of approaching this challenge creatively, they just put different textures over horizon zero dawn (another beautiful, yet boring and uninspired game). The graphics looks nice, and the actors play well, but story is rather stretched and characters seem flat. Fight after fight you get the feeling, that devs had model limit, because you are literally fighting 4-5 mobs with different colours and sometimes weapons over and over and over and yet over again. Why these kind of projects become commercially successful, i will never know. When did good graphics come to overshadow gameplay experience. This feels like a spit in the face for any god of war fan, and any gamer, really. A pathetic end for a great series.… Expand
  90. Daniel67390
    Mar 7, 2020
    10
    What are you doing reading this?
    Go and play this game, if you don't play It yet.
  91. SirSoil
    Mar 7, 2020
    10
    God Of War is an experience you must witness, it’s story is a perfect combination of good writing and engaging. The graphics and the soundtrack supports the story and gamepaly tremendously, speaking of the soundtrack it’s a masterpiece. Let’s not even forget about the best part the gameplay, the combat is pure perfection so is the skill tree it’s simple but effective. The game has aGod Of War is an experience you must witness, it’s story is a perfect combination of good writing and engaging. The graphics and the soundtrack supports the story and gamepaly tremendously, speaking of the soundtrack it’s a masterpiece. Let’s not even forget about the best part the gameplay, the combat is pure perfection so is the skill tree it’s simple but effective. The game has a variety of levels that are well made, and well made enemies and amazing bosses fights that you will remember for years! God Of War is truly perfect, the story and gameplay always support each other so does the soundtrack, you can tell how much love was put into this game it’s amazing. (A Masterpiece 5/5) You Must Play It!… Expand
  92. Applebold
    Mar 6, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think, that it's very good game. Normal translation on russian language, amazing actor play, and Kratos is looking "like human" not just killer. But the worst in this game is long scenario, when you are climbing mountain, and Mimir says that this mountain is wrong and you are going to other worlds, to Freya, to Tur's monument and this is bit boring… Expand
  93. Tony259295
    Mar 5, 2020
    10
    Phenomenal! Just perfect. From the action to the story, all elements were perfect. God of War is the quintessential Game for any action adventure player. Best part?.....Recalling the Axe
  94. Felix_taskete
    Mar 4, 2020
    9
    Grate game with a really intense and interesting story, good graphic and hard fights. 9 out of 10.
  95. yRegGamer
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse jogo é sensacional cara.. o melhor da franquia. A trilha sonora é incrível, o combate está muito bom também. Um dos melhores jogos que ja joguei.… Expand
  96. LeoRm
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el mejor juego del mundo por mucho, no hay nada mejor, superior a cualquiera… Expand
  97. Oz_Momotaro
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    An amazing example of what good game development can achieve on the PS4... it’s an amazing game, with the beat start to any game I’ve played.graphically brilliant, fantastic mo-cap and vo-cap - and great story beats. The combat is more slow paced than the original GoW series and for those wanting to customise their gameplay then there’s plenty here. Many praise the ‘one-cut’ approach, butAn amazing example of what good game development can achieve on the PS4... it’s an amazing game, with the beat start to any game I’ve played.graphically brilliant, fantastic mo-cap and vo-cap - and great story beats. The combat is more slow paced than the original GoW series and for those wanting to customise their gameplay then there’s plenty here. Many praise the ‘one-cut’ approach, but what I loved most was the snappy reload times (RDR2 this is how it should be). Some down sides however: while the addition of Atreus generally works, it is often annoying to have to constantly spam square to get him to fire... he should have greater autonomy to fight. Also he is basically invulnerable to attacks, so I wonder why you need to armour him. For me the RPG elements were superfluous... an embellishment that I know expands the interest base, but perhaps isn’t that well suited. Also the wide/open linear style is nice, but the map is almost useless.final criticism was the bosses seemed a little underwhelming compared to say GoW3... and the end was a little rushed and anti-climactic. However despite its few issues this I definitely a MUST OWN game, and was worthy a GOTY title. Edit - after finishing the game, I’ve been having much more fun going for achievements... lots of fun after finishing the main story… Expand
  98. mateusbatatais
    Mar 1, 2020
    10
    Ainda nem terminei de finalizar o jogo mas venho aqui dar a maior nota possivel. Nunca vi um jogo tao foda. Não tem defeitos... Não sei se vou me decepcionar mais pra frente, mas ate agora, tudo 10.

    História: 10
    Som: 10
    Jogabilidade: 10
    Gráficos:10
    Diversão: 10
  99. hassanchop79
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece in all aspects. Perfect gameplay, amazing story, amazing world to explore, amazing graphics, top notch character relations and development, and best ever actor performance. Great music as well.
    Everything in this game is just perfect.
    Undoubtedly one of the best games ever made. An amazing experience that is a must play to all gamers.
  100. Tiagocampos
    Feb 28, 2020
    10
    Uma narrativa épica, uma evolução de uma franquia majestosa, em uma nova mitologia, e uma nova relação, muito bem desenvolvida com seu filho atreus, uma ambientação magnífica e um jogo inesquecível
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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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