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  1. Dec 18, 2018
    9
    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of
    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of customisation options on offer, alternate bonus realms to complete, and a heap of collectibles that you'll need to find if you want to grab that platinum trophy.

    It's tough as nails at points, endlessly rewarding and thoroughly fun. There are a few weaker moments and occasional filler, but for the most part, God Of War is the latest example of game development done to the highest degree. Essential!
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  2. Dec 18, 2018
    9
    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros: - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories - The father/son aspects were well done - Combat in general made it fun to play - Graphics were outstanding - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great
    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros:
    - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories
    - The father/son aspects were well done
    - Combat in general made it fun to play
    - Graphics were outstanding
    - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great convenience for the player

    Cons:
    - My biggest gripe is normal was too easy but hard had no trophy so I stuck with normal. Beating hard is an achievement - reward it!
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  3. Dec 18, 2018
    9
    Excellent story, visuals and deep and complex game mechanics make this one of the best games of the year. Every game has its short comings though and unfortunately for this game it is its' bosses and scope. Their is only one good boss in the game. Every other boss felt easy and unimaginative and wasn't even worth remembering. That being said it still is a great game and deserves one playExcellent story, visuals and deep and complex game mechanics make this one of the best games of the year. Every game has its short comings though and unfortunately for this game it is its' bosses and scope. Their is only one good boss in the game. Every other boss felt easy and unimaginative and wasn't even worth remembering. That being said it still is a great game and deserves one play through, but lacks the replay ability because once the story is done their isn't anything else that makes u want to come back and play it. Expand
  4. Dec 17, 2018
    10
    God of war is the best game of this generation and it really remind us how were the games before just works of pure art and this is one of them
  5. Dec 16, 2018
    10
    There is nothing more to say he, that wasn't said before, A Masterpiece of storytelling and memorable characters.
  6. Dec 15, 2018
    10
    Don't read comments, just go to buy this masterpiece, you will love it. I promise!
  7. Dec 15, 2018
    10
    Apenas perfeito... a mitologia nórdica, os gráficos, a história e os personagens, esse jogo realmente evoluiu com essa geração perfeitamente, GOTY com certeza!!!
  8. Dec 14, 2018
    10
    i cant believe what i am playing right now, i am 15 Hours in and i can say its the best experience on all platforms since last of us , this game is the best game this gen, and probably a top 10 game of all time, you can beat god of war 3 in 6 hours, but this game even when you rush you will play at least 15 hours; and pure quality gameplay, its thank god not open world average world likei cant believe what i am playing right now, i am 15 Hours in and i can say its the best experience on all platforms since last of us , this game is the best game this gen, and probably a top 10 game of all time, you can beat god of war 3 in 6 hours, but this game even when you rush you will play at least 15 hours; and pure quality gameplay, its thank god not open world average world like ubisoft produces, its about characters, story and impressive art design Expand
  9. Dec 13, 2018
    9
    The game is awesome, but it fails to explain how Kratos went to nordic mithology and how it is connected to Greek mithology. The story is a strong point on this game and it can't failed.
  10. Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal. One of the best stories i have ever seen in a game, it drags you in for every twist and turn. The voice acting is out of this world, you can feel the emotion as Kratos grows as a person and as a father throughout the game. On the game play side the combat is brilliantly designed to not become boring and is easily tailored to your preference. One of the very bestAbsolutely phenomenal. One of the best stories i have ever seen in a game, it drags you in for every twist and turn. The voice acting is out of this world, you can feel the emotion as Kratos grows as a person and as a father throughout the game. On the game play side the combat is brilliantly designed to not become boring and is easily tailored to your preference. One of the very best gaming experiences i have had in a long time. Expand
  11. Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Even if this was my first God of War experience, I am now a fan of the franchise!
    A great story, told by awesome characters and challenging gameplay made this my game of the year!
  12. Dec 11, 2018
    10
    perfect game
    best god of war
    it seems like soul game of from soft
    god of war changes very good
  13. Dec 11, 2018
    10
    I recently finished the story, I think it is an icon for future generations to surpass.

    - Story is very good and invigorates an interest in reading up on Norse mythology. - The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus as they find their way to the highest peak in the realm to spread Faye (Kratos' wife) ashes as per her wish. - The level of challenge is amazing on the 'Give Me A
    I recently finished the story, I think it is an icon for future generations to surpass.

    - Story is very good and invigorates an interest in reading up on Norse mythology.
    - The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus as they find their way to the highest peak in the realm to spread Faye (Kratos' wife) ashes as per her wish.
    - The level of challenge is amazing on the 'Give Me A Challenge' difficulty.
    - Fun world to explore. The level progression system is very good.
    - Endgame is phenomenal. Especially the final endgame boss (anyone who played knows who I'm talking about) - even with maxed out gear, difficulty is SoulsBorne level.
    - 10/10.
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  14. Dec 9, 2018
    0
    Pésimo, mucho gráfico pero poco la jugabilidad que caracteriza a un god of war, demasiada cinematica que rompe con la fluidez
  15. Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Gran videojuego lo suficiente para ser juego del año este 2018 sin embargo tiene sus fallas ya sea la repetición de enemigos grandes como los troles y ogros pero mas allá de eso es un jugo imprescindible para la ps4 y para aquellos gamers que buscan una buena historia y una gran jugabilidad.
    Santa Monica Estudios a dado en el clavo.
  16. Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Recuero que lo primero que pensé cuando vi el tráiler de 2016 era que me decepcionaría, pero estaba muy equivocado. Sí que es lo que nadie esperaba, pero sin duda, es una obra maestra.
    La historia y sus personajes están muy bien hechos, y se disfruta muchísimo más del argumento si has jugado antes al menos a la trilogía original de God of War. Las transiciones entre escena y gameplay casi
    Recuero que lo primero que pensé cuando vi el tráiler de 2016 era que me decepcionaría, pero estaba muy equivocado. Sí que es lo que nadie esperaba, pero sin duda, es una obra maestra.
    La historia y sus personajes están muy bien hechos, y se disfruta muchísimo más del argumento si has jugado antes al menos a la trilogía original de God of War. Las transiciones entre escena y gameplay casi ni se notan, y no hay ninguna pantalla de carga (o al menos la disimulan bien).
    Los gráficos son espectaculares y los escenarios son preciosos, y están bien estructurados unos sobre otros. Están llenos de coleccionables como distintos tipos de cofres, mejoras, dinero, etc.
    La música, aunque quizá a veces se repita un poco, es genial, aunque en mi opinión no supera a la de los originales.
    El combate en mi opinión se ha vuelto mucho más complejo en comparación al de los anteriores. No nos vamos a engañar, jugarlos en la dificultad más alta solo te obliga a ir con más cuidado. Aquí tienes que ir consiguiendo mejor armadura y mejoras para las armas, además de que ahora hay un gran árbol de habilidades para cada arma. En vez de la mítica mejora de poder simple con algún combo, ahora las armas se mejoran directamente desde la herrería con plata y materiales que se consiguien avanzando en la historia principal y se consiguien nuevos combos y habilidades con la experiencia, dándote a elegir. También se han reemplazado los poderes mágicos por unos ataques especiales que también se pueden mejorar con experiencia y se recargan a los segundos, en vez de tener un medidor de magia.
    La adición de Atreus, el hijo de Kratos, es más útil de lo que pensaba que iba a ser, ya que puede aturdir a los enemigos y puedes mandarle disparar flechas contra enemigos concretos, además de que él también tiene un árbol de habilidades propio.
    Los puzles en general son bastante sencillos, aunque originales, aprovechando la mecánica del hacha de Kratos y la ayuda de Atreus.
    Tiene un late-game bastante extenso, aunque ahí está precisamente el problema para mí. Los combates contra las valquirias están bien, aunque llegan a ser un poco repetitivas, pero los dos reinos extra, Muspelheim y Nifleheim flojean un poco. El primero es una serie de desafíos para ponerte a prueba en combate, y Nifleheim es básicamente una granja de materiales sin sentido. Si no fuera por eso, sería un juego de 10.
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  17. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    God of War is truly the game of the year and the game of the generation it is a total shame that red dead fanboys can deal with it and come here to leave a negative review such a shame specially when they robbed the awards of best narrative and score they should be banned from this kind of events
  18. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    God of War is the the most perfect game ever made red dead is nothing against it and is such a shame that they robbed the best score award
  19. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Game of the year ? no game of the generation? no game of the century? no this is the game of the history of gaming period at difference of the red dead and rock star fanboys that should be ashamed for robbing to God of War in best narrative and the most painful in best score really sad we all least they should get the awards for the most greedy company and best microtransactions
  20. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This game is well above the word masterpiece God of war is the peak of all gaming from past present and future is such a shame that red dead 2 robbed it the best narrative and worst of all the best score obviously the red dead and rock star fanboys don't know what kind of language is the old norse and also probably don't know that anyone around the world can speak it and the fact that redThis game is well above the word masterpiece God of war is the peak of all gaming from past present and future is such a shame that red dead 2 robbed it the best narrative and worst of all the best score obviously the red dead and rock star fanboys don't know what kind of language is the old norse and also probably don't know that anyone around the world can speak it and the fact that red dead won that award is such a same Expand
  21. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    What can you say when you have just played the best game of the year? I can tell you about the insanely beautiful world of vikings, how the lore is accurate but with some twist (obviously since well….Kratos) and how the story just grows on you with it’s twist and turns, you just want to keep on playing until you figure it all out. It’s been a long time since I had this feeling with a game,What can you say when you have just played the best game of the year? I can tell you about the insanely beautiful world of vikings, how the lore is accurate but with some twist (obviously since well….Kratos) and how the story just grows on you with it’s twist and turns, you just want to keep on playing until you figure it all out. It’s been a long time since I had this feeling with a game, a game that I can not stop playing and get the urge to calling in sick at work just to play a fantastic game. I played God of War for two weeks intensely, got the platinum for it and loved every single minute of doing so. I dreamed of it when I was asleep, thought about it when at work and when I played it I didn’t want it to end.

    The journey of Kratos and Atreus is one you do not want to miss out on, the game alone is worth getting a Playstation 4 for. Two things I need to point out that I was afraid would take a hit for the worse on this game compared to the rest of the series and that’s the voice acting and ability to jump. Initially I did miss being able to jump but it doesn’t take long until you get familiar with how this new God of War gameplay is, which is in all honestly still very action packed with a lot of combos, just not as many tricks and depth to it as before but I still think they did a good job as I was very negative to that fact before I started playing the game. Then the voice acting, wow just wow. The new Kratos is way better than the old one, and I thought he was good too! Mimir, Atreus and all the others got a spot on casting too and it makes the whole game have a complete package, great voice acting adds oh so much to a game. Just listening to Mimir and Atreus storytelling when being on the boat brought me great joy for example, I can’t remember last time I could just enjoy looking around in a game taking in the environment and listening to characters talk.

    So what are you waiting for? If you got a Playstation 4 there is no reason you shouldn’t be all over this game by now. If you don’t have a Playstation 4 I suggest you get one now and play this game!

    Pros
    It’s so damn beautiful!
    The lore and story is superb.

    Cons
    At times I do miss being able to jump.
    I would like more NPC’s.
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  22. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This game is such a masterpiece puts all the other games to shame easily the game of the generation
  23. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Don't matter how many these fake counts give a 0,the game is a masterpiece and nothing will change that.
    And,surprise,surprise...who won GAME OF THE YEAR?God of War,and a lot of new bad scores dropped after the announcement without a review,kkk don't matter,it still game of the year,haters gonna hate.
  24. Dec 9, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Great new direction for the franchise. Not only does it look and play incredibly, but the story is so amazing and immersive. The new Kratos is still a badass and now he’s an actual likable character. Amazing game.
  25. Dec 8, 2018
    9
    This game are a must play, Are not a perfect game but, very close to do. If you have a PS4, must play it.
  26. Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game reallyThis game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game really well. This the RPG I was longing for. God of War is sure is a masterpiece. Expand
  27. Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Simplemente un God of War alucinante y un merecido Game Of The Year
    (para vosotros fanboys de xbox)
  28. Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game- game of the year i play this game and this is very good game thank u. GAME OF THE YEAR
  29. Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely beautiful. Probably the best looking games ever made. The game looks and sounds great with monsters making disturbing noises and epic moments drowned out by loud ominous music make every scene even more unforgettable. Kratos and Atreus both grow and learn on their journey. Its a story filled with lore around every corner and a perfectly crafted version of NorseThis game is absolutely beautiful. Probably the best looking games ever made. The game looks and sounds great with monsters making disturbing noises and epic moments drowned out by loud ominous music make every scene even more unforgettable. Kratos and Atreus both grow and learn on their journey. Its a story filled with lore around every corner and a perfectly crafted version of Norse mythology. The journey our characters take really shows off all the great relationships this game has. It has a great father and son dynamic with Kratos constantly scolding his son and teaching him to learn from mistakes of others including Kratos himself. It works really well and the side characters are entertaining and lovable and the villain is probably the best part. The game play is also great hack and slash fun with a lot of diversity and different ways to approach your enemy's. Its all well done and even the RPG like upgrading system works even if it gets grindy post main story.
    The combat never felt old because your constantly learning and obtaining new things and travelling to different places with new enemy's. The side missions are also great fun and exploration is rewarded and a welcome feature. Occasionally the games pacing can be slowed down with some boring tasks and things to do but its very rare. This game is my second perfect score and i would not have it any other way. What a great experience.
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  30. Dec 7, 2018
    10
    A beautiful story has never been intertwined with such amazing gameplay, and jaw-dropping graphics before, in the way it has been blended in this game. Your main objective is to lay the ashes of Atreus’ mother on the highest peak of all the realms, and the entire story intertwines from there. The story is brilliant in many ways, throwing setbacks every step of the way. One of the brilliantA beautiful story has never been intertwined with such amazing gameplay, and jaw-dropping graphics before, in the way it has been blended in this game. Your main objective is to lay the ashes of Atreus’ mother on the highest peak of all the realms, and the entire story intertwines from there. The story is brilliant in many ways, throwing setbacks every step of the way. One of the brilliant aspects of this game’s story is how its paced, and each new adventure doesn’t feel placed at the last moment. The conflict between Kratos, a man who still struggles to get a grasp on his bloody, god-slaying past, and Atreus, his son, who he constantly refers to as ‘boy’, constantly getting the tiniest flaws pointed out by his father is extremely well-written, and feels real. Along the way, you fight all that Norse mythology can throw at you and the combat, unlike other games that put their story front-and-centre, is extremely well made. The game moved away from the previous iteration’s combat, which was merely focused on mindless 700-hit-combos, to a third-person one, a truly important decision. The Leviathan Axe is a powerful tool, with runes and skill trees also adding depth to the combat. Atreus, in terms of combat, was utilised much better than I thought he would be. Unlike other games in which your companion just loves jumping to the nearest enemy and then shouting for help, Atreus constantly assists you. Even one arrow from him, just by pressing Square, can double the length of a combo, as it staggers enemies for just the right amount of time, and he can be your saviour against certain enemies. The game also looks incredible. I’m still questioning how hardware from 2013 could run this. There is never a bad texture in sight, and while there are a couple clipping issues with the snow sometimes, almost all of it is fine. I’ve never been wowed so many times due to the sheer beauty of a location, as I have in God of War. The soundtrack is, while slightly forgettable compared to what’s elsewhere, well incorporated into the game itself, and the masculine main theme, goes down as one of the best video-game scores of 2018. The freedom is also something I didn’t expect. Especially on the boat, you have a lot to explore. Atreus even nags about this when you’re on a boat. There are so many tasks to do, that it extents the playtime of the already-lengthy campaign. A masterpiece that entertains, saddens and shocks from beginning to end. A must-play even for someone who doesn’t enjoy a story in a video game. And a must-play for everyone else. One of the pinnacles of this generation, and my favourite game of all time. Expand
  31. Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Along Red Dead Redemtion 2, this is the best game of the actual generation.
  32. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    best game 2018
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  33. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, not perfect but it’s enough to me to finish the game. Old Kratos, real and sometimes soft because the relation with the past and his son. Bunch of new improvements. Good job Santa Monica and many thanks.
  34. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    A genre and generation-defining the experience for the PS4 all must encounter. God of War is action-adventure perfection with gorgeous visuals, demanding combat, and a fantastic narrative. Easily one of my all time favorite games.
  35. Dec 5, 2018
    10
    Rarely do I take my time to write a review, but that is because rarely do I play a game that creates an impact not just as a game but as a story. What you get with God of War is an incredible game, with a great combat system, great character development, great story arch, some very memorable fight sequences and a open world that while small it is very detailed and filled with interestingRarely do I take my time to write a review, but that is because rarely do I play a game that creates an impact not just as a game but as a story. What you get with God of War is an incredible game, with a great combat system, great character development, great story arch, some very memorable fight sequences and a open world that while small it is very detailed and filled with interesting lore and great side characters. As a whole package God of War is a great game worth every single cent, it's that often that I play a game so rich in lore and in gameplay, last game I rated a 10 out of 10 was back in 2015 when The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt launched. Expand
  36. Dec 5, 2018
    10
    In my eyes this is top 5 games of all time. Father & son journey heavily inspired by McCarthy's The Road, story driven action game with great (just enough) RPG elements in it with TONS of moments of absolute AWE, emotional roller coasters, tension buildups and much much more. Marvelous, unforgettable and irreplaceable experience, recommend this to everyone you know, just to make sure theyIn my eyes this is top 5 games of all time. Father & son journey heavily inspired by McCarthy's The Road, story driven action game with great (just enough) RPG elements in it with TONS of moments of absolute AWE, emotional roller coasters, tension buildups and much much more. Marvelous, unforgettable and irreplaceable experience, recommend this to everyone you know, just to make sure they don't miss out on this masterpiece. Expand
  37. Dec 5, 2018
    10
    Since the first trailer of this game, in 2016 E3, i knew that it would not be a simple continuation of God of War saga. Yes, it is the best God of War. Like me, probably you thought that after the events in God of War 3, the end has arrived. But no. They don't just made a continuation of this incredible saga, they expand God of War universe in a way that i don't think was possible! I'mSince the first trailer of this game, in 2016 E3, i knew that it would not be a simple continuation of God of War saga. Yes, it is the best God of War. Like me, probably you thought that after the events in God of War 3, the end has arrived. But no. They don't just made a continuation of this incredible saga, they expand God of War universe in a way that i don't think was possible! I'm waiting for God of War 5. Please don't regret me, well i know you won't. Expand
  38. Dec 5, 2018
    10
    No doubt the best game i have played in a long time, also one of the few games these days that really got me hyped until the very end and even still after i finished it. Amazing story and character development, great atmosphere, amazing soundtracks, and really fun combat system.

    This is definitely a must have for everyone that owns a ps4 and is interested in these type of games. My
    No doubt the best game i have played in a long time, also one of the few games these days that really got me hyped until the very end and even still after i finished it. Amazing story and character development, great atmosphere, amazing soundtracks, and really fun combat system.

    This is definitely a must have for everyone that owns a ps4 and is interested in these type of games.
    My GOTY for sure.
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  39. Dec 5, 2018
    10
    best of the series can't wait to play next one , i see game of the year here.
  40. Dec 4, 2018
    10
    God of war is arguably the best game of this generation and my personal favorite game because everything in the game is so perfect from the story to the gameplay to even the voice acting, the graphics are just beautiful, and the axe is just the coolest weapon in gaming history and my god the soundtrack is just AMAZING, overall such a perfect game.
  41. Dec 3, 2018
    10
    The Best god of War. Best graphics, game play and story. Sony Santa Mônica s2
  42. Dec 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Truly a game worth playing. You won't regret it. The story is heartbreaking, though interesting and thrilling. When i got up the mountain that Kratos thought he had to go to, seeing Baldur again made my heart beat so hard! The game is filled with dramatic moments like this, and it never gets old! The game is big, interesting, thrilling, dramatic and beautiful! One of the best games I've ever played. It sucks you in, and even after finishing the game i still am trying to do the side missions. Just a game that's worth it. Buy it, play it, enjoy it. Expand
  43. Dec 3, 2018
    10
    The game showed what else ps4 is capable of

    The game has a clear story, if you have not even played in the last part you will still understand the background .
  44. Dec 2, 2018
    9
    Uno de los mejores juegos de esta generación sin duda alguna. Y para mi, el mejor God Of War que he jugado, esta nueva formula solo acaba de empezar con este juego, pero tiene mucho donde explorar y también donde mejorar, no se pierde la esencia God Of war respecto a los anteriores títulos, este juego simplemente es llevar a la saga a un tono más maduro y adulto, y hay que decir que loUno de los mejores juegos de esta generación sin duda alguna. Y para mi, el mejor God Of War que he jugado, esta nueva formula solo acaba de empezar con este juego, pero tiene mucho donde explorar y también donde mejorar, no se pierde la esencia God Of war respecto a los anteriores títulos, este juego simplemente es llevar a la saga a un tono más maduro y adulto, y hay que decir que lo hace TAN bien, que estoy deseando ver y jugar la siguiente entrega. Expand
  45. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    O jogo com os melhores gráficos que já joguei, meu personagem favorito dos games, jogabilidade incrível, trilha sonora ótima, Atreus evolui muito durante o jogo e se torna um garoto muito legal, história perfeita, armas legais muito legais... Enfim um dos melhores ou se não for o MELHOR jogo que já joguei...
  46. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of War is the difference between ordinary games and masterpieces made by the gods like Santa Monica Studio that automatically becomes the game of the generation
  47. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war makes so many common things but it just takes it to the next level and only a genius can do this
  48. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Art like this doesn't come around to often but when it does we must appreciate it for all the good reasons this is the game of the year
  49. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Game of the generation there is not other game like this one and i don't know if there will ever be another game like this one
  50. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Above of all things that made God of War the game that it is today is its amazing passion for this art
  51. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war is the king of the ps4 exclusives as well as the GOD of all other games
  52. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war is like the first DARK SOULS,The Witcher 3,The Last of us,Bloodborne,uncharted 2,God of War 2,Bioshock infitive and so many more masterpieces in one single game this is the game of the generation
  53. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war is something that is above the word masterpiece for so many reasons but the main reason is that this shows how game must be made
  54. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Best game i've ever played this is game of the year for sure and it puts a before and after in the history of gaming
  55. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    If someone gives this game a 7 or 9 obviously they didn't play the game and just are haters this is the game of the generation and the best game ever made
  56. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war shines as the best game of this generation and as the game of the year this is the peak of gaming
  57. Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Very, very good.
    The game is built around combat and fortunately this is superb. Challenging, varied and with real depths for anyone wanting to master it... plus it feels very satisfying, with every blow carrying real impact.
    On top of that there is a beautiful and interesting world to explore, great side quests, great characters and an engaging plot with top notch voice acting. The
    Very, very good.
    The game is built around combat and fortunately this is superb. Challenging, varied and with real depths for anyone wanting to master it... plus it feels very satisfying, with every blow carrying real impact.
    On top of that there is a beautiful and interesting world to explore, great side quests, great characters and an engaging plot with top notch voice acting. The production values are exceptional throughout. Only criticism is that this is first game in a trilogy and some of the threats being built up are not faced in this game but instead left unresolved for the rest of the trilogy.
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  58. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Visuals: 9.5/10
    Audio and Sound design: 10/10
    Game-Play: 9.5/10 Story: 10/10 Replay Value: 9.5/10 Overall Score: 9.7/10 God of War is one of the greatest games period. The bombastic soundtrack and the rich lore and world with many things to do still isn't the best part. The fluid and in depth combat which almost never feels repetitive, and the engaging narrative filled with
    Visuals: 9.5/10
    Audio and Sound design: 10/10
    Game-Play: 9.5/10
    Story: 10/10
    Replay Value: 9.5/10

    Overall Score: 9.7/10

    God of War is one of the greatest games period. The bombastic soundtrack and the rich lore and world with many things to do still isn't the best part. The fluid and in depth combat which almost never feels repetitive, and the engaging narrative filled with twists and turns, emotional moments, and crazy over the top action. This game is a true Masterpiece.

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  59. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    God of war is what all games should be just great experiences that are modern pieces of art and Santa Monica Studio and Cory Barlog have proved once again that this art is still alive and i can still be changed for the good this is the best game of the generation
  60. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    God of war is more than a piece of art made by a group of people who really love this passion but also is the best example of how you can do the good even though you had a dark past and kratos is the perfect example of this
    game of the generation
  61. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Right above the words masterpiece is this game standing and making look other games like they were a normal experience this is and must get the game of the year as the game of the generation
  62. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece falls too much to be used with this game that shouldn't exist in this industry because this is the best game of the generation
  63. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    No other game in this game released in this generation has achieved what God of War did sure many great games in this generation have raised the bar but this is nothing compared to what God of War did this is the game of the generation
  64. Nov 29, 2018
    10
    God of war is the perfection of gaming taken to a new whole level and also is the game of the generation
  65. Nov 28, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War 4 - one of the most anticipated games of the first half of 2018, and finally bought a PS4 pro I was able to play this great game. I must say the new God of War I liked and even very much. Graphics-high level, I played in Full HD, I think in HDR or 4k game would look even better. The plot-I liked the line of Atreus and Kratos, and the line with Baldur, not particularly interesting, but the final battle is very epic. In General, the game is worth it that would play it and quietly pays off. Expand
  66. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Gameplay=(9/10)
    Environment/Aesthetic appeal=(10/10)
    Story=(10/10) Music=(10/10) Notes: RPG and open-world/linear level blend was both seamless and impressive, This game could only be improved upon by allowing the players skill to assist in killing higher-level enemies instead of a classic leveling system that locks you into fighting certain enemy levels exclusively until you level
    Gameplay=(9/10)
    Environment/Aesthetic appeal=(10/10)
    Story=(10/10)
    Music=(10/10)
    Notes: RPG and open-world/linear level blend was both seamless and impressive, This game could only be improved upon by allowing the players skill to assist in killing higher-level enemies instead of a classic leveling system that locks you into fighting certain enemy levels exclusively until you level Kratos up a little bit. I would also welcome a few more boss fights towards the middle and end of the narrative. Literally, every other aspect of the game was 10 out of 10 so that's the score it gets. Thank you for making a game worth my time and my money. This is now in my top 10 games of all time list.
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  67. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    This masterpiece had only one problem and that was side-quests which should be deleted or be done while playing the main story because after finishing the story your not gonna go and finish those side-quests.
  68. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Uma das melhores experiencias que tive nos últimos anos.
    Kratos esta de volta, mais completo e complexo do que nunca!
    Jogo grande longo, e as vezes é normal se confundir entre um RPG ou Action Sandbox.
    10/10
  69. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Seriously? Why the hell are you looking at user reviews for this game? When deep inside you know this is one of the best PS4 games this generation. Do yourself a favor and get this game.
  70. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    This game is beautiful. Very exciting plot. Heroes are charismatic and make them worry. The combat system is multifaceted and interesting. The blows are really felt, I felt this only in BloodBorne. The graphics, even on the slim version of the console is very good. In the game you want to stay a lot of time, and this helps quite a lot of different activities, scattered throughout all theThis game is beautiful. Very exciting plot. Heroes are charismatic and make them worry. The combat system is multifaceted and interesting. The blows are really felt, I felt this only in BloodBorne. The graphics, even on the slim version of the console is very good. In the game you want to stay a lot of time, and this helps quite a lot of different activities, scattered throughout all the worlds that can be visited. I recommend it to everyone, the game is amazing. Expand
  71. Nov 26, 2018
    10
    Literally there are no words to describe this game that is beyond of all the good things that make video games such a beautiful art
  72. Nov 26, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece in all the senses. Great graphics, sound, action and history, Im really waiting for the next game.
  73. Nov 26, 2018
    7
    Buenos gráficos pero el modo de juego es repetitivo y la historia es muy mala
  74. Nov 26, 2018
    10
    Great! Definitelly "Game of the year" winner 2018! Actually best game ever created
  75. Nov 25, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. End of the game god of war ...
    End of nostalgia for the 1980s
    Mix of games . the last of us and darksiders and dark souls and god of war
    But trying hard for this new game
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  76. Nov 25, 2018
    5
    The worst game of god of war serie. Too little action, puzzles and boss fight.
  77. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    The best game of the generation and the year this game makes you remember why we all love this art and why we must appreciate this gif from Santa Monica and Cory this is the game of year with or without an award
  78. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Make art is not easy task specially in this greedy industry but God of war puts all of this on shame like nothing this is the new game of the generation
  79. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Such masterpiece as this one should be banned from being play in this industry but that is not the case God of War shines above all the other games as the game of the generation
  80. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Almost all the other movies and games released this year are nothing compare to God of war this is a true piece of art
  81. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Best game ever made i can not believe that this game could bring me back to my old days in the ps1,ps2, and ps3 with so many emotions of countless games i've played such as dark souls bloodborne the witcher 3 detroit become human the last of us gta San Andreas and many others in this one this
    must win game of the year and take all the awards in all the events to come specially the game of
    Best game ever made i can not believe that this game could bring me back to my old days in the ps1,ps2, and ps3 with so many emotions of countless games i've played such as dark souls bloodborne the witcher 3 detroit become human the last of us gta San Andreas and many others in this one this
    must win game of the year and take all the awards in all the events to come specially the game of the generation
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  82. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    God of War is the dream of a lifetime in both aspects as a movie and a game and it is really sad that the industry doesn't care about this anymore but with this game it is clear that this art is not dead yet
    the best game of the generation
  83. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    The best game in the playstation 4 and the best game of the generation this must win game of the year at the end of this year
  84. Nov 25, 2018
    9
    Fantastic story with gameplay as polished as a prized diamond. I simply wish there was more of it to play.
  85. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    How to make gaming great again? asks to Santa Monica Studios because they created the game of the generation
  86. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    This is what art looks like when someone who really loves it decides to take it to the next level
    game of the generation so far
  87. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    God of War is the perfect movie/video game ever made and it puts on shame to all the gaming industry
    this is the game of the generation
  88. Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Boi ------------------------------------------------------------------------
  89. Nov 24, 2018
    10
    Words can't describe this game. I wasn't a fan of the past god of wars due to the gameplay so I was a bit sceptical at first but once I finished the first cutscene in the game I knew this was going to have an impact on me. Game is absolutely legendary and I can't wait for dlc or god of war 5
  90. Nov 23, 2018
    10
    The best game from the series, and I cannot wait to see what they do next! Thank you for taking your time to create this masterpiece.
  91. Nov 22, 2018
    10
    God Of War never won Gane Of The Year which is unbelievable, this time it must get Goty
  92. Nov 22, 2018
    10
    God of War great again! Kratos return in a excellent story. Together with the boy, he goes on an unexpectedly dangerous journey. Against this background, we see the evolution of the relationship between father and son.
    Beautiful world based on Norse mythology. Awesome graphics. Modern combat system - any battle will be interesting if you play on high difficulty.
    One of the best games of
    God of War great again! Kratos return in a excellent story. Together with the boy, he goes on an unexpectedly dangerous journey. Against this background, we see the evolution of the relationship between father and son.
    Beautiful world based on Norse mythology. Awesome graphics. Modern combat system - any battle will be interesting if you play on high difficulty.
    One of the best games of the year, and one of the best games of this generation of PS4. Thanks to the creators.
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  93. Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Лучшая игра. 10 Кратосов из 10, жду продолжения этой великолепной игры.
  94. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, Game of the Year without a doubt. Great story, fun game-play and played flawlessly on my launch ps4 without any frame drops.
  95. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This must win the game of the generation we have had amazing games in this generation specially a good portion of them being playstation exclusives but God of war is the best game of this generation right now and it must have all the awards to come
  96. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Perfection used in games is almost strange on these days but Gpd of War has done it again showing how to make the best game of the generation
  97. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    God of war is the perfection of gaming taken to a new whole level that not many other games can achieve
  98. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is the definition of art at its finest God of War feels and understands everything what made it great and takes it to the next level
  99. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece in all the aspects is what God of War is a truly work of art that overshadow all other games of this generation
  100. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Одна из лучших игр во всей индустрии. Браво. Самая лучшая боёвка, которую я видел( драки ). Спасибо SONY
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94

Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Mixed: 0 out of 118
  2. Negative: 0 out of 118
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 13, 2018
    100
    The return of the furious Spartan warrior was made well. God of War is already a great contender for game of the year and you shouldn't miss it. [Issue#285]
  2. CD-Action
    Jul 6, 2018
    100
    Cory Barlog and his team achieved what many thought impossible – despite having changed almost everything Santa Monica managed to preserve that elusive spark that makes God of War game feel like a God of War game. They created one of the defining titles of the current generation and a technical marvel whose stunning beauty in motion words cannot describe. And there’s one more thing. Barlog’s touching reaction to his masterpiece’s scores shows that even in the world of huge budgets, micropayments, loot boxes and sales forecasts there still is a place for artists who pour their hearts into their work. We need someone to remind us of that once in a while. [06/2018, p.38]
  3. Jun 7, 2018
    95
    Where most games excel in one single area, God of War manages to deliver on every front, providing players with one of the best experiences we’ve seen so far this generation.