God of War

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. CaesarZeppeli
    Feb 28, 2020
    9
    Es el primer juego que probe en el play 4 y sin duda fue una gran experiencia, los gráficos, su historia y sus personajes me encantaron lo único que le puedo reclamar es el cambio del gameplay que ya no es de hack and slash
  2. MechaGojira
    Feb 27, 2020
    7
    The gameplay, the story, and the characters in God of War I found to all be pretty enjoyable. Nothing really stood out to me as being exceptional in any way though. There really is not much to complain about when it comes to the game. It's just with all the hype around it I expected something much better than a decent title.

    Usually modern games that get this type of hype really stand out    The gameplay, the story, and the characters in God of War I found to all be pretty enjoyable. Nothing really stood out to me as being exceptional in any way though. There really is not much to complain about when it comes to the game. It's just with all the hype around it I expected something much better than a decent title.

    Usually modern games that get this type of hype really stand out for one reason or another. Games like Horizon Zero Dawn, The Last of Us, Zelda Breath of the Wild, and etc.
    God of War just could not make its way to the top of that pedestal for me.

    It is a decent game, but God of War just really does not live up to the hype!    … Expand
  3. mr_bluu
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    The game receives a perfect score because it has everything I want in my games and it does them well:
    - Souls-like combat
    - Rewarding exploration - Visually stunning - Memorable story-telling What I enjoyed the most was the exploration. The game is something of semi-open-world. It's not exactly linear with many opportunities of satisfying exploration. Level design is done    The game receives a perfect score because it has everything I want in my games and it does them well:
    - Souls-like combat
    - Rewarding exploration
    - Visually stunning
    - Memorable story-telling

    What I enjoyed the most was the exploration. The game is something of semi-open-world. It's not exactly linear with many opportunities of satisfying exploration. Level design is done exceptionally well, where you feel no space has been left unused.    … Expand
  4. Pulzedriver
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Лучшее, во что в последнее время играл. Ждем продолжение на ps5 с еще более запутанной историей, создатели красавцы. Графика, подача, экшн, музыка, все на высоте.
  5. Adriella01
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    one word: PERFECT

    This game knows how to get people to react with strong emotions and feel the same way as the main characters. Can't wait for the next part.
  6. deftones034
    Oct 22, 2019
    10
    There is a reason why it won Game of the year. A must play. From graphics to gameplay it doesn't get much better. This a a masterpiece in everyway. Congrats to Santa Monica. The goat!
  7. ZetMoriz_
    Feb 20, 2020
    10
    10/10, 10/10 и еще раз 10/10. Боже, самая лучшая часть из всех GOW, просто вышка, пушка, годнота. Словами не передать какая охрененная игра. Музыка, персонажи, Кратос с бородой, атмосфера, скандинавская мифология, файты, катсцены, сюжет. ПРОСТО БОЖЕСТВЕННО. Вот что я думаю о GOW. Ни одна другая часть GOW-а не стоит перед этим шедевром. Самый жирный минус игры, что она только на плойке и10/10, 10/10 и еще раз 10/10. Боже, самая лучшая часть из всех GOW, просто вышка, пушка, годнота. Словами не передать какая охрененная игра. Музыка, персонажи, Кратос с бородой, атмосфера, скандинавская мифология, файты, катсцены, сюжет. ПРОСТО БОЖЕСТВЕННО. Вот что я думаю о GOW. Ни одна другая часть GOW-а не стоит перед этим шедевром. Самый жирный минус игры, что она только на плойке и все, пк бояре не могут поиграть в этот шедевр и это очень грустно...… Expand
  8. Nathan-
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    The best game I have ever played, I was starting to loss attention to story games after THE LAST OF US, but this game just bought me back!!!
  9. Isayah2510
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Back when this game was announced during E3 2016 I neither knew what exactly God of War was nor who even Kratos was, confusing me what was happening. When I first saw the gameplay shown during the presentation I absolutely loved what I was seeing. Whatsoever I got this game pretty late, but it was still worth getting. The graphics are amazing, I love the details, e.g. leaving a track on the snow behind. The gameplay is very good, I never got bored of it and could swinging the Leviathanaxe (and calling it back) and *spoiler warning for the next sentences* the holy Blades of Chaos, boy was that a reveal. The thing I loved the most was the plot. It's got so many twists, like Baldur being the son of Freya (aka the Witch of the Woods) or the fact that Atreus is Loki. The dialogue written for this game is very well made, I never got bored listening to Mimir's storys! Now the difficulty. As a simple casual gamer I played the easiest mode. But even the easiest mode holds the greatest challenge of the game: the Valkyries! Absolutely hard, but doable. The hardest difficulty is like that Sony guy said "for people who'd fight a polar bear in boxers".
    The lore is so good that even the shrines you found kept me interested and some side quests were absolutely epic. Let's come to boss fights: many times you'll fight a troll in different skins, which is kinda bad, HOWEVER if you get to the different bosses they're astounding! Fighting dragons, the sons of thor and Baldur of the back on a dragon?! That's amazing! The only negative thing from the game in my eyes was the backtracking but it isn't that big of a problem unless you're a completionist. Talking of completionists 100% this game is very hard, I gave up at some point. Still a nice challenge.
    *I'd also love to mention that the characters in this game are very well written and never feel off. Voice acting is on point, and I LOVE Christopher Judge as Kratos. There's so many things I'd love to talk about but I gotta keep this review "short". GGs to Cory and Santa Monica Studios for making such a bombastic game.

    To end this review I really REALLY recommend trying this game! :)    … Expand
  10. eduard-play
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    God of War is a Masterpiece!This game is very important in industry,because it shows how important single game.Thanks Santa Monica Studios for EPIC adventure and for KRAAATOS exactly)))

    Cory,YOU`RE СRAZY MAN!
  11. 4nderson
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War is beautiful example to following, a game that evolves with the games industries, the characters are catchy, have good history and are necessary. Kratos is incredible, you really feeling overpower, the combat is wonderful and delicious to play.
    Soundtrack, audio effects, graphics, narrative, game lore and more are a spectacular.    … Expand
  12. thiagueirabr
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    História envolvente e game play dinâmica e divertida, mal posso esperar pela continuação.
  13. Alimk
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    Amazing game Wolalwlwlapaoaooaowlskxjjdjfjfjfjdjsiisjddjdj
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  14. TheHambro
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    God of War is truly one of this generation’s best games of all time. So much thought, attention to detail, and passion went into this game from the visuals, music, gameplay, story and so much more making it one of the most amazing experiences ever.

    It goes without saying that the visuals are absolutely stunning, and the music is epic, but what I loved most is the story and gameplay.    God of War is truly one of this generation’s best games of all time. So much thought, attention to detail, and passion went into this game from the visuals, music, gameplay, story and so much more making it one of the most amazing experiences ever.

    It goes without saying that the visuals are absolutely stunning, and the music is epic, but what I loved most is the story and gameplay. The story just compels you to keep going and delve deeper into this Norse realm that Kratos finds himself in, and the title is just steeped in Norse mythology. The dynamics between Kratos and the other characters is just so much fun to watch especially watching the relationship between Kratos and Atreus unfold: I’ve never felt so connected and invested into characters as much as these two except for maybe Ellie and Joel in The Last of Us . Where the game truly shines, however, is the gameplay. As you explore the world of Midgard, you’ll often find yourself locked in battle with multiple foes. Just like the older titles in the series, you’ll utilize combos, runic attacks, and Atreus to brutally dispatch your enemies, and it feels so good.

    While the crafting system is good and offers a sense of character progression, there is just one minor flaw with it. You can collect crating materials to make and upgrade armor and weapons, but the problem is how inconsistent finding materials needed to craft items feel. There might be this piece of armor that you want to craft or upgrade, but the materials needed to craft it will come much later in the game, and you’ll have crafted something far better by the time you get that material. It feels off and messes with the progression a little bit, but nothing that affects the rest of the game.

    God of War is, simply put, a masterpiece of this generation, and one of the best games of all time. It really set the bar incredibly high for single-player experiences, so game developers will have some big shoes to fill and will be incredibly hard to match. I will be thinking about this game for a long time to come, and I honestly can’t wait to come back to Kratos, Atreus, and the world of Midgard in the inevitable sequel.    … Expand
  15. nigelcr
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    The most amazing and breathtaking game I have ever played. This is the game of the century for me!! Salute to the team who have put this jaw dropping effort!!!
  16. Lupitayoh
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    Lo he terminado dos veces y voy camino a platinarlo, Juego sublime, accion al por mayor, excelente combate,.. y enemigos masacrados... un sin fin de cosas por hacer en su mundo semiabierto, graficos hermosos, y misiones secundarias dificiles (malditas Valquirias)... un indispensable en PS4...
    Lo unico que no me gustó es que el pequeño puede llegar a ser molesto..aunque despues de mucha    Lo he terminado dos veces y voy camino a platinarlo, Juego sublime, accion al por mayor, excelente combate,.. y enemigos masacrados... un sin fin de cosas por hacer en su mundo semiabierto, graficos hermosos, y misiones secundarias dificiles (malditas Valquirias)... un indispensable en PS4...
    Lo unico que no me gustó es que el pequeño puede llegar a ser molesto..aunque despues de mucha ayuda,..y Kratos no salta...de ahi...10/10    … Expand
  17. Mandalorian_RD
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    This game kicks ass, I borrowed it from my big brother and really had fun with what I experienced. Best part a complete game since launch no dlc, just waiting for a sequel.
  18. UserReviewsLUL
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    Great game. Will give you chills and goosebumps but it's not as good as God of War 2 or 3 and much slower. The enemy A.I. has not been improved and their patterns and fighting styles are much more visible on the hardest difficulty. If you are out of sight for example then they will use grenades to flush you out and not try anything else. I remember I was hanging off a ledge and there wasGreat game. Will give you chills and goosebumps but it's not as good as God of War 2 or 3 and much slower. The enemy A.I. has not been improved and their patterns and fighting styles are much more visible on the hardest difficulty. If you are out of sight for example then they will use grenades to flush you out and not try anything else. I remember I was hanging off a ledge and there was only one enemy left and he could not shoot me because I was out of sight so he would just throw Axes and he would carry this on forever, till infinity… Expand
  19. SuperMakiGero
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor jogo do PS4 até o momento. É incrível como conseguiram remodelar a jogabilidade sem estragar a franquia. O melhor God of War da saga.
  20. Yin777
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor jogo da minha vida!
    O amadurecimento do jogo é surpreendente!
    Mudar radicalmente uma franquia tão consolidada como God Of War era muito arriscado e fizeram com maestria
    É um jogo que celebra o passado e deixa um "hype" pro futuro
    Já falei que ele é incrível? Kkkkkk
  21. Farrom
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    mastepeice........truly remarkable game 10/10 i love this game and kratos ❤❤❤❤❤
  22. ArcaneDovahkiin
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    I'm just gonna get straight to it.

    PROS: - AMAZING GAMEPLAY - AMAZING SET CHARACTERS. The acting in this game is just AMAZING. - AMAZING STORYLINE(with a tiny bit of issues and a small problem in the storyline) - The RPG elements of this game are really good. - The game looks BEAUTIFUL. The visual aspect of the game is just JAW DROPPING. The facial animations, the environments of    I'm just gonna get straight to it.

    PROS:

    - AMAZING GAMEPLAY
    - AMAZING SET CHARACTERS. The acting in this game is just AMAZING.
    - AMAZING STORYLINE(with a tiny bit of issues and a small problem in the storyline)
    - The RPG elements of this game are really good.
    - The game looks BEAUTIFUL. The visual aspect of the game is just JAW DROPPING. The facial animations, the environments of the different locations, everything is just stunning to look at.
    - The game has a huge variety of enemies.
    - The fighting makes you feel like there is weight in every one of Kratos's moves
    - The takedown animations are just amazing and brutal
    - The Axe and the Shield feel amazing to use. By the way, there is a third weapon, which feels AWESOME to use!! It is a "#ThrowBack" weapon. You'll see.
    - Your partner/son is EXTREMELY useful and can help you with very critical moments. He is very strong can also stand up for himself.
    - The Legendary Armors are just AMAZING!!!!!!

    CONS:

    - The side missions are not very interesting and can get a bit repetitive at times.
    - The backtracking can sometimes be a little bit tedious

    Conclusion:
    GO, BUY, AND PLAY GOD OF WAR!!!!!! THE GAME IS A MUST HAVE!!!!!! Like any other game, this game also has a couple of flaws here and there. Overall the game is just seriously amazing, the pros end up FAR OUTWEIGHING THE CONS. SERIOUSLY!! GO BUY IT!! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!    … Expand
  23. Rawry
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Just played for the second time and it was as fun as wickedly the first time. :)
  24. oiuytre
    Feb 12, 2020
    10
    I mean, you already know how great the game is. The only thing I didn't like is how even though it's a big game it still felt linear. There was a point where I felt like the game gassed out and I wanted more, but that's just me. Amazing in every other aspect.
  25. hugodorazio
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    The gameplay is great , and it has a sollid story with great carachters , in my opinion is the best god of war game
  26. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    Its not as amazing as people say. Yes it looks **** gorgeous and story is well written and facial animations are amazing and all that.
    But gameplay is not that good its not bad its still fun combat with some good skill tree and abilities and all the rpg elements are good little bit underwhelming and simple but good but combat is sometimes slow and the over the shoulder camera doesnt help    Its not as amazing as people say. Yes it looks **** gorgeous and story is well written and facial animations are amazing and all that.
    But gameplay is not that good its not bad its still fun combat with some good skill tree and abilities and all the rpg elements are good little bit underwhelming and simple but good but combat is sometimes slow and the over the shoulder camera doesnt help it, the soulslike idea of it is not bad its still fun but there are too many copypasted uninteresting bosses.    … Expand
  27. Happy_keks
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Продуманная структура гемплея, сюжет просто до мурашек, одним словом 12/10
  28. AlbertCasus
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Лучшая игра по-моему мнению на playstation 4. Графика, геймплей, сюжет - все на высоте!) Есть ощущение, что вместе с игроками выросла и игра, у главного героя появилась мотивация, более адекватная, чем насилие и месть богам. Советую поиграть каждому!… Expand
  29. Montanari89
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning game. Personally, I can look back to a gaming history of about 20 years and I have to say that this is the best gaming experience I ever had!
  30. Vaulie
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. A work of art here and a gigantic leap in storytelling for the video-game industry. This is the best game currently on the PS4. The ONLY gripe I could think of for this game is that it's lacking in cinematic and gigantic boss battles bar the dragon fights.

    This. Is. Incredible.
  31. elolugo
    Feb 10, 2020
    6
    They went Dark Souls. It is a great game but it doesn't feel like God of War. Plus the nordic mythology is boring. They should have choosen egyptian mythology instead
  32. Ussjjzksn
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    Hermoso,jamás pensé ver un juego de esta saga que sea tan maravilloso,como ha cambiado Kratos, el trato hacia Atreus etc, es maravilloso.
  33. Btblakeam
    Feb 8, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War ps4 is a drag to play through if you're looking for anything resembling the old games or even just a game thats fun to play. The combat has been stripped back to become a 3rd person axe shooter. The game looks great but theres hardly anything fun about graphics. The sad dad simulator is extra dumb when handed to an insane murderer like Kratos. Its Kratos levels of insane how lame the boss fights are when 1-3 really held them up on a pedestal. Watching your son stab Thor's son and push him down a hole seems like a joke when compared to flying through Poseidon's watermonster chest as You gouge his eyes out in first person. You spend the entire game listening to characters describe how scary and badass Odin and Thor are and you literally never see them (minus a whack post credit scene) The most disappointing thing is when you walk through the final gold shimmer of the credit reel having not been to even half of the bifrost locations. This game is whack, Cory Balrog sucks as a game director, god of war 2 is my least favorite of the original trilogy anyway. Its sad to be putting god of war in the "not for me" category.… Expand
  34. neri666
    Feb 7, 2020
    10
    awesome game..... to be honest i never like the old ones that much but i did love this one one of those games that you dont want to end.
  35. zirvent
    Feb 7, 2020
    10
    It was just as adorable as it can be. Great journey with very interesting stories. Surely, it's has some issues, but there's strange fact about them. You really can't remember some unpleasant moment while you're playing, because this game takes all your attention.
    It's a real art.
  36. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    10/10 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  37. xaviar_nl
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    A great game that looks awesome and has some very good storytelling. I very much enjoyed it.
    However, I am a casual gamer, and found the game's difficulty (even when I lowered it to easy) to have a few big spikes.
  38. Husseinhaider
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    Best game ever thank you cory we are waiting god of war 5 you are an amazing Director keep this up you have a wonderful thoughts and ideas and the music is stunning thank you again❤️
  39. BeCoolFool
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    Best graphics, game play and story. Sony Santa Mônica, спасибо вам большое.
  40. ben831
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    Adventure with a big A !
    Breathtaking, gorgeous, long, highly enjoyable.

    A must play of this generation.
  41. B-Bog
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Must-play if you own a PS4. The graphics, the music, the revamped combat system, the story-telling, the characters, the dialogue and voice-overs, the newly introduced open-world exploration and RPG elements, everything is just absolutely TOP-NOTCH here.
  42. TilkSiper
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Ну после самой худшей игры и разгромной оценки Warcraft 3 Reforged с 0 баллов, должна же идти самая лучшая на 10ку, верно? И это для меня отнюдь не Last of Us, а God of War 2018 года.
    Игра просто лучшая по всем пунктам. Графика, боевка, интересные персонажи, локации, прекраснейший саундтрек. Игра идет как самостоятельная, не зависящая по сюжету от первых трех частей, но содержащая очень    Ну после самой худшей игры и разгромной оценки Warcraft 3 Reforged с 0 баллов, должна же идти самая лучшая на 10ку, верно? И это для меня отнюдь не Last of Us, а God of War 2018 года.
    Игра просто лучшая по всем пунктам. Графика, боевка, интересные персонажи, локации, прекраснейший саундтрек. Игра идет как самостоятельная, не зависящая по сюжету от первых трех частей, но содержащая очень много приятных бонусов и воспоминаний из предыдущих игр. Отличный открытый мир со скандинавской мифологией, монстры, которых интересно убивать с топора и других видов оружия и хорошие загадки. Эта игра однозначно стоит вашей покупки и ради которой можно и нужно приобрести PlayStation 4, если вы до сих пор этого не сделали.    … Expand
  43. mrttkk
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Loved it, such an amazing game! Worth playing twice maybe on hard. Graphics superb!
  44. Ryuail
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    I initially shyed away from God of War (2018) because of the RPG mechanics. I was afraid it would do the modern gaming thing of "my [number] is too low, therefore I cannot possibly beat [enemy with higher number]"

    And I was right. It felt ridiculous that the ubermensch Kratos could be **** slapped by an elf with an exceptionally high [number], when that goes completely against is old    I initially shyed away from God of War (2018) because of the RPG mechanics. I was afraid it would do the modern gaming thing of "my [number] is too low, therefore I cannot possibly beat [enemy with higher number]"

    And I was right. It felt ridiculous that the ubermensch Kratos could be **** slapped by an elf with an exceptionally high [number], when that goes completely against is old gameplay. It also makes all equipment decisions boil down to which has the higher [number].

    But the reframing the moment to moment combat experience to that of strategy over brute force, you find that Kratos can actually beat monsters with [higher numbers].
    Which feel great to do, and ties well in with the lessons Kratos is giving to Arteus.

    So once that mental roadblock was hurtled the game is a wonderful romp through the lower parts of Norse mythology. I'm hopeful for the sequel that was teased.    … Expand
  45. Kingdanger4
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    I like how kratos says boy al the time.
    And i like the story. the only issue that I have with the game are the mini bosses
  46. Jamessource
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра, из всех что я играл, лучший эксклюзив, она почти идеальная,обожаю
  47. Diogenes009
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    Great game, best God of War so far. Lots of sidequests, armors, equipments, and a perfect battle mecanism make this game a 10/10.
  48. maVSmo
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente fantástico, um jogo que platinei com muito bom grado, algumas partes me irritaram, é verdade, mas isso aconteceu em todos os games da franquia, o problema sou eu, não eles kkkkkk
  49. Six0110
    Jan 27, 2020
    10
    One of the best releases on any platform hands down. Great compelling story, amazing graphics and welcome gameplay. I am still enjoying this game two years later.
  50. Manatee97
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game! The story was very enticing and kept me wanting to play more. Combat is very fun and was not repetitive at all . Highly recommend.
  51. Cianlawrence1
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In my opinion this is the best video-game of all time. The graphics are phenomenal. The gameplay is amazing. The story is so good, if you are a long time fan you might cry playing this game as it is clear Kratos has ptsd from his past.… Expand
  52. Luiz2005_BR
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    the best game exclusive to ps4, amazing graphics, fantastic gameplay and memorable moments for former fans of the series
  53. Okthisisepic69
    Jan 25, 2020
    0
    Nothing you'd expect from a god of war title in the worst way imaginable. Annoying child companion, recasting Kratos and annoying RPG elements plus the fact that the gameplay is weak and story is weaker. The only people who will enjoy this have never played a god of war game in their life. Why no just make this game a new IP? It's nothing alike to the superior trilogy.
  54. JoshHusky
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games of this generation and perhaps of all time. If you do not play this game your making a mistake.
  55. JP_Wilde
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    one of the best games of the generation, I was very afraid of the game changing too much of what was used in terms of gameplay, however, the game managed to surpass the previous ones, it seems that I am playing in a film so beautiful that are the graphics, the scenarios and even the movement of the characters.
    The story doesn't even speak, we look forward to the completion of this journey    one of the best games of the generation, I was very afraid of the game changing too much of what was used in terms of gameplay, however, the game managed to surpass the previous ones, it seems that I am playing in a film so beautiful that are the graphics, the scenarios and even the movement of the characters.
    The story doesn't even speak, we look forward to the completion of this journey in Nordic mythology in the next games!
    It is a must for anyone who has a PS4 to play God Of War 4.    … Expand
  56. Segajorn
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Great music, amazing combat system, a delightful story and some of the best graphics I've seen in a Videogame. Easily one of the best games in history.
  57. Gogavoin
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра на ps4 прошёл 5 раз и не надоело
  58. RyanL9588
    Jan 23, 2020
    5
    Rarely has a game let me down the way that God Of War let me down. When this game first debuted at E3 I thought I was in for a game of the generation and bought it after the rapturous reviews confirmed what I had been feeling since its debut, that this was a game that combined mature storytelling with excellent gameplay. I enjoyed my first playthrough fine enough & platinumed the game butRarely has a game let me down the way that God Of War let me down. When this game first debuted at E3 I thought I was in for a game of the generation and bought it after the rapturous reviews confirmed what I had been feeling since its debut, that this was a game that combined mature storytelling with excellent gameplay. I enjoyed my first playthrough fine enough & platinumed the game but when I got to the end of the rainbow I felt empty & couldn't quite understand why. After some thought I realized that the reason why I didn't care for God Of War (2018) was that it had next to nothing memorable about it as a result of liberally stealing from superior titles to the point that it had no identity. When I play other games there is always a moment when everything clicks into place: In Bloodborne it was when I defeated Father Gascoigne on my first try in 2019 after he punted me in 2016. In Sekiro it was when I had a epic clash with Genichiro atop Ashina castle and defeated him on my last sliver of health. In Persona 5 it was when I reached the climax of the second palace and the gameplay, artistic style, and music came together in perfect symphony. And in the Witcher 3 it was when I failed a quest line by falling for a ghosts sob story. These moments crystallized why these games were great in my mind and God Of War only had a single moment that came close which is the ludicrously entertaining battle against the Stranger which occurs in the first two hours in a 40 hour game with unfortunately the rest of it being a rote predictable example of an industry that is at its worst when it acts desperate and in need of validation from the worlds of literature & movies. The story of this game is a barebones rip off of The Last Of Us copying many similar beats while failing to understand what made that game soar which was it's moral & emotional complexity that allowed characters to simultaneously be likeable & flawed. GOW gets close at times but fumbles at every opportunity because it won't allow Kratos to truly be flawed when Mimir can just handwave away his issues and the villains are barely above the likes of Micah Bell so the be better spiel comes across hollow because Kratos is always in the right. The basic writing of the game was too weak with the plot structure & pacing being atrocious with so many macguffins to collect & obstacles to overcome making the game wear out its welcome fast. The combat was initially the saving grace of the game but after playing Sekiro & Bloodborne it just feels like a pale imitation of a superior studio as the camerawork is obnoxious making enemies hard to keep track of (the camera work is also a clear rip off of Metroid Prime which forced a perspective change to change the feeling of the game & make you feel like Samus), the healing system stinks (a canned animation nice), and the combat devolves into Atreus spamming arrows & Kratos spamming special attacks over the better balance seen in FromSoft games. Finally why are the RPG elements here? it adds nothing to the game & feels just as cheap & tacky as it did in a game like Destiny.

    Overall God Of War (2018) is a disappointment through & through, a game so desperate for praise & sales that it sold out every piece of unique identity it had in favour of being the most bland Triple A game ever assembled (sans multiplayer & micro transactions). Ultimately failing to improve on the games it ripped off (Metroid, Souls, Tomb Raider, and The Last Of Us) or provide much of a reason for its own existence. This game would score a 5/10 and while that might be harsh to some I have so rarely wanted to trade in a game as much as I wanted to with this one.    … Expand
  59. RazvanTurcanu
    Jan 21, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is awfull. The story is verry boring, the gameplay is terible and the mecanics are horible.… Expand
  60. Patroneq
    Jan 21, 2020
    8
    Definitely one of the best games in 2018. Graphics is really insane and the game is well optimized that it works in PS4 comparing how this game looks!
    1. Combat system is a bit repetitive after a while, but the overall feeling of it is great. You have various skills and combos, but unfortunately they are not balanced at all. Most of them are useless for tough fights.
    2. Story is a great    Definitely one of the best games in 2018. Graphics is really insane and the game is well optimized that it works in PS4 comparing how this game looks!
    1. Combat system is a bit repetitive after a while, but the overall feeling of it is great. You have various skills and combos, but unfortunately they are not balanced at all. Most of them are useless for tough fights.
    2. Story is a great point of the game. It's about developing the relations between Kratos and Atreus. Something I can compare to Joel and Ellie from The Last of Us. Their experiences help them to become closer to each other and it feel really satisfying, not fake or exaggerated.
    3. Characters. I have a problem with them. Except Kratos and Atreus, I did not feel any of them. They had their own reasons for their behaviour and motivation, but there were only few characters through the whole game, so I feel that they could've been better developed and shown.
    Overall I think this game deserves 8.5/10.
    From the end it seems, that there is a possible sequel coming, so I am looking forward to see, that developers improved.    … Expand
  61. Lucaskakaroto
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Epic in all the ways you can imagine, not only powerful but also an amazing piece of art… Expand
  62. Filmanwalt
    Jan 20, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a modern good looking action game with a very good Story. Kratos and his Son will go on a beatiful Journey together to find Peace for their beloved Mother and Wife, On the way there they will learn a lot about the world, the culture and about themselves.

    Story

    Very well written, it lost me for a few moments, cause I didnt connect to the Son when he got to know that he is a god, but besides that it was brutally good. Very well voice acted and Kratos is just a very good Character.

    Atmosphere/Graphics

    It looks stunning, some rare drops in performance and some weird looking HDR, but all in all a beatiful Game. For me the Nordic Mythology is very interesting and it was a little bit sad that they didnt got deeper into the Lore. The worlds could have been more meaningful and also bigger. Two of them are just for an Activity in the Game (Arena).

    The creatures and gods/godesses are very nice chosen and looking phenomenal. But I wanted more of it, like I said I love the Mythology and I know its more about the Path of both characters, but for me a little bit more around it would be better, especially in the lots of minibosses (they are all the same only in different colours).

    Gameplay

    The Fighting and abilities are so good. It was so much Fun to fight and combo the many possibilites that you have, also Atreus is very helpful. I hate the Leveling system, it wasnt fun at all and the metroidvania aspect didnt catched me.

    So Gameplay was for me the most difference in Qualitiy.

    Summary

    So you have to play this Game its really stunning but it comes with some flaws, which they can easily get rid of in a second part. 8/10    … Expand
  63. frederik1478
    Jan 20, 2020
    7
    An Evolution of the series, that had to happen for it to continue. for because the last game
    GOD OF WAR: ASCENSION was just too f****** doll . It's a good game
  64. Skrok
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Ну прошел я God of war на пред максимальном уровне сложности, 10 Локки из 10, очень приятный сеттинг, идеальная боёвка которая запоминается простыми но красивыми комбо, Атрей это лучший компаньон которого я видел. Очень просторные локации.Ну прошел я God of war на пред максимальном уровне сложности, 10 Локки из 10, очень приятный сеттинг, идеальная боёвка которая запоминается простыми но красивыми комбо, Атрей это лучший компаньон которого я видел. Очень просторные локации.
  65. damschiavini
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played, despite the size and the number of the bosses (compared with the old chapters), It wins on every aspect of the media: graphics, animations, narration, combat system, rpg system, performance. Simply spectacular
  66. Mattiu
    Jan 17, 2020
    6
    I just don’t think this type of games for me. Finished it and throughout my play through I expected there to be something just around the corner to justify the huge praise for the game - however it never came. Fun combat for the first 10 hours, but a pretty standard action game after that. The story was ok - but not amazing.
  67. joel_tdl
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    La siguiente reseña fue publicada orignalmente en 3Djuegos:

    Épico. Tal cual. Los rumores son verdad: el juego es perfecto. No hay reseña qué escribir... pero lo haré de igual forma. JUGABILIDAD: Muy buena y muy adictiva. En primer momento no me gustó tanto el sistema de combate, pero crece en ti y se vuelve adictivo, terminas muy enganchado. El sistema de armas/armaduras/talismanes    La siguiente reseña fue publicada orignalmente en 3Djuegos:

    Épico. Tal cual.
    Los rumores son verdad: el juego es perfecto. No hay reseña qué escribir... pero lo haré de igual forma.

    JUGABILIDAD:
    Muy buena y muy adictiva. En primer momento no me gustó tanto el sistema de combate, pero crece en ti y se vuelve adictivo, terminas muy enganchado. El sistema de armas/armaduras/talismanes y demás se siente bastante actual y le da un buen tinte el decidir qué potenciar. Además no es solo que cada pieza tenga su nivel: las piezas de las piezas tienen sus niveles para desarrollar, y eso le da una complejidad muy buena al personaje.

    Debo decir que comúnmente no me gustan los NPC que me acompañan en las aventuras, ya que los considero más un lastre que otra cosa, pero Atreus es mi excepción. Debe ser uno de mis NPC favoritos en mucho tiempo y su desarrollo y progresión es uno de los mejores que he experimentado.

    La historia, las cinemáticas, la narrativa, las misiones extra y los enemigos. Todo vale cada segundo.

    En particular las cinemáticas y la narrativa son destacables, es impresionante que un videojuego tenga mejor fotografía que los nominados el Oscar de éste año. No, no exagero.

    GRÁFICOS:
    El estilo gráfico y el nivel visual del juego son superiores. Son inigualables. Santa Monica quiso demostrar que la espera había valido la pena, así como anticiparnos que la espera para el próximo lo valdrá también.

    SONIDO:
    Épico. Todo el soundtrack es... bueno, ya lo dije.

    INNOVACIÓN:
    Probablemente el apartado más débil del juego y pese a eso no le hizo mella a la experiencia. Que Kratos no tenga un nivel propiamente dicho como lo conocemos, y que éste dependa no de la XP ganada sino de las combinaciones de equipo que puede usar ha hecho del gameplay algo mucho más balanceado que lo que podemos encontrar en otros juegos de acción.    … Expand
  68. TheLastTay1
    Jan 16, 2020
    8
    I loved this game. but I can't say it is truly incredible, it really didn't hook me. I finished It out of neceesity not because I literally couldn't wait to get home and play again.
  69. Baeidk
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Me encantó, ame todo del juego es una hobra de arte.
    Felicidades a Santa Monica estudio por este juegazo
  70. William87
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    Uma obra prima!!
    Gráficos lindos
    Ótima jogabilidade
    Monstruosamente Perfeito !!!!
  71. Ghost_Kratos
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    Great **** game i was the happiest man in the world when i got the game and just wow for me the game is perfect.
    Amazing **** game
  72. mehrad228
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    best game of my life. thinking mans action game . an other golden trophy in history of god of war franchise. game play is just awesome . graphics are incredible . highly advisory. cant wait for the next one
  73. SB05096
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    THE PS4 EXCLUSIVE
    To say that this game is good would be a gross understatement. God Of War manages to not only reboot a legendary PlayStation franchise but also set a benchmark for all single player games with its satisfying and brutal combat along with an remarkable narrative supported by a great cast of characters and a beautiful world and lore
  74. Scotken98
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    Absolutely loved it man the way mythology is handled and the story between kratos and Atreus is great absolutely loved my time with it easily logged over 100 hours in my first playthrough then more in new game plus and my platinum run
  75. kaiser998
    Jan 9, 2020
    9
    As a xbox consumer I got a ps4 by coincidence but when this game came out I bought it on day 1!! what a good game, the graphics, the gameplay, level design, enemy design! everything was great! excellent job.
  76. FlyingPiloswine
    Jan 8, 2020
    10
    This game just keeps on giving. I am routinely blown away by every aspect of this experience: the size of the world, the refined, frenetic grit of the combat (played on hard mode), the visual beauty and polish of every single location and character, the great voice acting and story pacing, the pacing and diversity of enemy encounters, the amount of side quest content. I am at least 20This game just keeps on giving. I am routinely blown away by every aspect of this experience: the size of the world, the refined, frenetic grit of the combat (played on hard mode), the visual beauty and polish of every single location and character, the great voice acting and story pacing, the pacing and diversity of enemy encounters, the amount of side quest content. I am at least 20 hours in and I have less than half of the map completed. There are dozens of "undiscovered" event types on my map still. I just got a new skill tree. I cannot believe how fun, huge, and long this thing is. That's what she said.… Expand
  77. Innit
    Jan 6, 2020
    10
    Nothing needs to be said really. From start to finish this has just been mind blowing.
  78. BeardyMustache6
    Jan 5, 2020
    4
    You enjoyed GoW 3? Then likely you will not enjoy this game. Look at how brutal and badass Kratos was in GoW 3. In this game he is an old, wise-wannabe dumb fuc kre Plus that brat was annoying as fuc kre and there is not as many weapons in this game as it was in GoW3.
  79. MeleeM
    Jan 4, 2020
    2
    One of the most overrated games ever. Kratos can pick up a mountain but can't jump down a ledge if it isn't scripted. Ridiculous. 1 point for graphics and 1 point for voice acting (kudos to Sunny Suljic for Atreus). 8 demerits for (a) Niflheim, and (b) Mimir's relentlessly boring stories.
  80. philzlz
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    One of the best looking games of this console generation. The story is moving and the sound design, especially the voice acting fantastic. While the end game gets very repetitive (randomized dungeons to upgrade your armor), it is is only necessary if you are going for the platinum trophy.
  81. GamerToRemember
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game from start to finish. I have followed the god of war franchise for so many years and this has blown my mind with this reboot. The story writing, the cinematics, and the emotional parts between kratos and atreus, we're amazing. Congratulations to Cory Barlog and the rest of the team at Santa Monica for this masterpiece
  82. Wolfenstein11
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    the dramatic return of kratos was one of the most surprising things that happened at e3, old and wise with his son, kratos ventures into midgaard to fulfill his wife's wish.
    with amazing and emotional story that hits hard and solid gameplay that never gets old, god of war sets a bar for single player games
    the northern realms is a piece of art created by santa monica studio also the    the dramatic return of kratos was one of the most surprising things that happened at e3, old and wise with his son, kratos ventures into midgaard to fulfill his wife's wish.
    with amazing and emotional story that hits hard and solid gameplay that never gets old, god of war sets a bar for single player games
    the northern realms is a piece of art created by santa monica studio
    also the game offers a bit of rpg elements and open areas just to keep u a little invested in the world which is a nice addition
    overall the game is worth every penny that u will pay for    … Expand
  83. TerribleSauce8
    Jan 3, 2020
    10
    Gran anotación por parte de Santa Monica al hacer un juego tan diferente a lo que estamos acostumbrados, excelentes diálogos y personajes.
  84. AlvaroK95
    Jan 2, 2020
    9
    Una obra maestra obligatoria en la estantería física o virtual de cualquier jugador de ps4.
  85. meshki
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    best game ever I have done every thing in this game is awesome story was epic
  86. Zatr
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    The gameplay is amazing, the graphics are breathtaking, the storyline, voice actors really deep into their role. All the components of this game is just 10/10. GOTY for me.
  87. RemiXd150
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    The atmosphere is just great like the music and all the Monsters.The fighting-system is also very diversified and make always fun to play. And that all together witch the awesome story and all the knowledge of the Northern Mythology is very interesting and exciting.
  88. OG_MeleeMan
    Dec 31, 2019
    6
    I am embarrassed for Sony for the crap controller they designed. During fights, you can't hit the square symbol 10 times without hitting the OPTIONS button. What a POOR design! It really wrecks fighting. Then you fight the Queen Valkyrie. She gets a dozen weapons, she flies, she moves like lightning. You get a lethargic Kratos who acts like he is walking in molasses. Moves like aI am embarrassed for Sony for the crap controller they designed. During fights, you can't hit the square symbol 10 times without hitting the OPTIONS button. What a POOR design! It really wrecks fighting. Then you fight the Queen Valkyrie. She gets a dozen weapons, she flies, she moves like lightning. You get a lethargic Kratos who acts like he is walking in molasses. Moves like a snail.
    During 99% of the game, he's invincible during Spartan Rage, but not while fighting the Queen. During 99% of the game, Runic attacks paralyze the enemy, but not when fighting the Queen. So, now you have to relearn enemies, relearn Kratos, relearn Spartan Rage, relearn Runic attacks, and use a crap controller with OPTIONS button poorly placed. Really Sony, did you EVER try the controller and NOT realize the OPTIONS button was impossible to avoid thousands of time during the course of the game? Wow, that's some Product Development Team you have there. Then there are the "DIFFICULTY" settings that are a joke. EASY is not easy. I'm not a PRO gamer. In fact, I'm 71 and searched for games that were EASY and found God of War listed. Making 400, 500, or more attempts to beat the Queen of Valkyries, uh....is NOT easy. Duh! I paid $65 for a game I can't finish. I think the game designer of GOW is an a-hole for not making "easy" ...well...uh....for sake of a better term, "EASY." A lot of us don't WANT to spend days beating an enemy, or solving a puzzle, or finding a way to hit 3 bells in 7 seconds. Especially with a crap controller that has the aiming arrows drifting all over the place. And game makers who make WHITE aiming arrows I have to use to aim at a WHITE sky. There is A LOT to like about GOW. Scenery, clever enemies, good puzzles, and much more. But when all the rules change to fight the Valkyrie Queen just to make the fight unfair so it will drag out for days, when you can't see aiming arrows because there's no color contrast, when the OPTION button on the controller is hit a hundred times a session while I try to hit the SQUARE, then as a game for the enjoyment of the average user, not PRO GAMERS, where many people who plopped down $65 to buy it but can't even FINISH it, I can't give GOW but a "6" on the 10-Scale. The worst ending for a game, is when the average person can't finish the game without making a career out of it. That's not fun. That's NOT why I like playing video games.    … Expand
  89. Troyanets
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    Дуже чудова гра. Відмінні бої та чудовий сюжет. В цій грі майже нема мінусів. Рекомендую, не побоюсь цього слова, цей шедевр всім гравцям!
  90. nick_name_707
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    It's a really good game including the story it's the finest story I've played in a while
  91. XxAbbasxX
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    The best game in anytime and anywere . It's should be #1 best ps4 game of 2018
  92. paulocardoso2
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    This is by far the best ps4 game ever created. The action is so satisfying and thrilling! I have never been so pumped by a game since The Last of Us
  93. Ezcurra
    Dec 28, 2019
    10
    Maravilloso, una evolución soñada. Añade nuevas mecanicas más estrategicas a la jugabilidad, un sistema de progresión y la historia es sublime.
  94. sprinkill
    Dec 28, 2019
    4
    I recently purchased this game for $15, which was a fair price. These rave reviews are highly suspect. The graphics and sound are good, but that's the bare minimum for a triple-A title, such as this one. I've seen a couple of reviewers say that this game is superior to Red Dead Redemption 2 - that is, without a doubt, the most preposterous thing I've ever read in a video game review. IfI recently purchased this game for $15, which was a fair price. These rave reviews are highly suspect. The graphics and sound are good, but that's the bare minimum for a triple-A title, such as this one. I've seen a couple of reviewers say that this game is superior to Red Dead Redemption 2 - that is, without a doubt, the most preposterous thing I've ever read in a video game review. If you see a reviewer make that claim, do not ever rely on their judgment again.

    So here's God of War for the PS4 in a nutshell: Gears of War minus guns and squad replaced with ten year old boy. You are on-rails - make no mistake...this is not an open world game. That, right there, basically renders this game inferior to RDR2, or even Far Cry 5. Also, while the environment looks alright, you don't really get much of a chance to explore it. Your basically thrown into a barrage of enemies right from the start. Not too long into the start of the game, your thrown into what I would consider a rather epic boss battle. So while I haven't beaten the game yet, from what I've experienced thus far, you basically never have a "cooling off" period where you get the chance to interact with other characters and build your character RPG style. Like I said, this is basically medieval Gears of War. It is, in essence, an on-rails beat-em-up.

    This is a $15.00 game. This is not the best game of all time, and it completely pales in comparison to RDR2. It's not even in the same league. I have never played a game where my experience differed so wildly from professional reviewers. Even the infamous Fallout 4 review deviation wasn't as extreme as this. I will say this, though - it could be that some are overwhelmed by the freedom offered by a modern open world game. It could be that some people prefer to be lead down a path with no ambiguity regarding their objective. If this is you, then you'll probably like this game.    … Expand
  95. DarkVSM
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece, great gameplay, amazing soundtrack, majestic locations, exquisite character development and the story is the best any game has had since The Last of Us. The only issue i have is the variety of enemies and the repetitive trolls and golems, but the story is so perfect that it deserves a 10.
  96. Youtin
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Espectacular... Gráficos, música, escenarios, narrativa, personajes, historia. Todo les quedó impresionante. Y lo que me pareció hermoso y lo fue el desarrollo de la relación entre Kratos y Atreus. Bello.

    Súper recomendada esta OBRA MAESTRA.
  97. AlexBraiker1
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    The soundtrack : perfectly executed and emotional especially the memories of mother soundtrack that showcases how angelic the mothers are .
    The story : memorable and perfectly written , it had many emotional moments , felt like an outstanding experience .
    The performance :both voice acting and acting in general showcases how talented kratos and altreus and ESPECIALLY baldur . The gameplay    The soundtrack : perfectly executed and emotional especially the memories of mother soundtrack that showcases how angelic the mothers are .
    The story : memorable and perfectly written , it had many emotional moments , felt like an outstanding experience .
    The performance :both voice acting and acting in general showcases how talented kratos and altreus and ESPECIALLY baldur .
    The gameplay : was complex and had great in depth and combat was diverse and immersive and responsive and realistic it was also challenging when playing on highest difficulty It was a perfect game    … Expand
  98. Thaksin
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    Теперь я могу смело заводить детей.
    Короткий мануал по отцовству - пройден! )
  99. Schism78
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este juego no me llamaba anda la atención aunque fuera fan de God of war, el brusco cambio que le habían dado no era de mi agrado... o eso pensaba.
    Luego de comprarlo a 10 en oferta, no me arrepiento de nada, todo lo contrario, de hecho cambio mi forma de ver el soft reboot de la franquicia, y cuanto lo necesitaba,
    Desde el ascencion se comenzaba viejo y obsoleto, así que fue lo mejor que pudieron hacer con la historia de Kratos, cual al principio pensaba que era un reboot total y no tnedria continuidad a la historia original, lo cual era otro motivo por que me mantenía alejado del juego.
    Por suerte supieron hacer la cosas bien y se siente como un juego nuevo.
    Todo el juego es literalmente un viaje, una aventura en toda regla donde ves cosas increíbles y conoces la historia del mundo en el que esta kratos ahora, pero mejor aun, esta fielmente basada en la mitología nórdica, osea no todo aquí es inventado, casi nada de hecho, así que ademas de contarte una historia, te enseña una mitología que existe en la vida real, esos suman puntos extras en mi opinión,
    El diseño del mapa supera por mucho a cualquier god of war anterior no solo fascinantes que son, si no por que puedes explorarlos y no tienes una cámara casi isometrica que no te deja ver mucho como los anterior GoW.
    Lo malo del juego es la poca variedad de enemigos que hay, es copia y pega de unos cuantos, con todos los colores y sabores que hay, en eso si decepciono algo.
    Muy buen juego.    … Expand
  100. LikeaPisces
    Dec 22, 2019
    7
    A breath for the series, a good game. But unfortunately it didn't catch me like I wanted. The mechanics are good but nauseating. And the boy is boring, maybe like a child is. But still a good game, maybe just not for me.
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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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