God of War

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  1. philsom
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    amazing revival of the franchise, great storytelling, perfect gameplay and graphics, just wish we had some more variation of different mini bosses.
  2. mertefeulusal
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Best game i played!!!!!!!!!
    -no epic boss fights
    other than that everything is good!!

    10/10
  3. BARAO555
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    without a doubt this is the game that have to offer something for everyone game play wise and story wise. this is the one that after finishing you cry because it ended
  4. sagemilli92
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    When the credits rolled, I simply felt that I had played one of the greatest games of all time.
  5. cj_roladura
    Jun 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. melhor jogo de ps4 ja feito, esquece sony melhor empresa de jogos do mundo todo.… Expand
  6. marlon157
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece, masterpiece, masterpiece, Masterpiece, masterpiece, masterpiece
  7. B-U-T-C-H-E-R
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing, video games don't get much better. A must play if you are a gamer.
  8. Vergilxxz
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Jogo perfeito, obra de arte, melhor jogo do mundo, incrível dms, obra primaaaa
  9. Larissa15sc
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    trabalho foi feito. Gráficos impressionantes, enredo interessante. Historia incrivel, gameplay sensacional esse jogo mudo a minha visão de perfeição sobre games
  10. OGSlaxl
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    One of the goats of the PS4. It was a change in gameplay but was great nevertheless
  11. Caroldaxotagran
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Obra prima, obra de arte, mereceu o goty, jogo perfeito ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
  12. proqt890
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    NİCE GAME THE BEST GAME I HAVE EVER PLAYED ESPECIALLY THAT FEELING AND STORY
  13. Harthik69
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Its an EPIC game. I like the gameplay and the visuals were fantastic. I would like to play again in future
  14. Bugjam8
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    God of War es un juego épico y magistral que redefine el género de la acción y aventuras. Desarrollado por Santa Monica Studio y exclusivo para la consola PlayStation, este título es un testimonio del talento y la visión de los creadores. Es una experiencia que te absorberá por completo y te dejará impresionado desde el primer momento.

    Uno de los aspectos más sobresalientes de God of    God of War es un juego épico y magistral que redefine el género de la acción y aventuras. Desarrollado por Santa Monica Studio y exclusivo para la consola PlayStation, este título es un testimonio del talento y la visión de los creadores. Es una experiencia que te absorberá por completo y te dejará impresionado desde el primer momento.

    Uno de los aspectos más sobresalientes de God of War es su narrativa fascinante y emocionalmente cargada. La historia sigue las aventuras de Kratos, el antiguo dios de la guerra, mientras viaja junto a su hijo Atreus por los despiadados paisajes de la mitología nórdica. La relación entre padre e hijo se desarrolla de manera conmovedora a lo largo del juego, y te sentirás profundamente conectado con los personajes y sus luchas internas. La historia está llena de giros inesperados, momentos de gran emotividad y momentos de pura epopeya que te mantendrán enganchado hasta el final.

    El apartado visual de God of War es simplemente deslumbrante. Los gráficos son impresionantes y detallados, con paisajes majestuosos y criaturas mitológicas diseñadas con un nivel de realismo asombroso. Cada escenario está lleno de vida y detalle, sumergiéndote por completo en el mundo de la mitología nórdica. Los efectos visuales y las secuencias cinematográficas te dejarán sin aliento, creando una experiencia visualmente impresionante.

    La jugabilidad de God of War es igualmente excepcional. Los combates son intensos, fluidos y altamente gratificantes. Kratos tiene a su disposición un hacha mágica que puede lanzar y convocar de vuelta a su mano, lo que ofrece un sistema de combate versátil y satisfactorio. Además, el juego presenta una progresión de personajes y la capacidad de desbloquear nuevas habilidades y mejoras para Kratos y Atreus, lo que te permite adaptar tu estilo de juego a tu preferencia.

    Además de los combates, el juego también cuenta con una mecánica de resolución de acertijos y exploración. Hay numerosos secretos ocultos, cofres y áreas opcionales para descubrir, lo que te brinda una experiencia de juego más rica y desafiante.

    La música y el sonido en God of War son de primera categoría. La partitura orquestal intensa y emotiva eleva la experiencia a un nivel superior, sumergiéndote aún más en la atmósfera del juego. Los efectos de sonido están cuidadosamente diseñados y dan vida a cada encuentro y cada acción que realizas.

    En resumen, God of War es un juego que no puedes dejar pasar. Su narrativa conmovedora, su apartado visual impresionante, su jugabilidad gratificante y su atención al detalle en cada aspecto hacen que este juego sea una obra maestra. Si estás considerando adquirir una consola PlayStation, God of War es un título que debería estar en la parte superior de tu lista. Prepárate para vivir una aventura inolvidable, emocionante y llena de momentos épicos con Kratos y Atreus.    … Expand
  15. FranciscoHunter
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Mundo semi abierto, graficos demasiado buenos, banda sonora impecable, jugabilidad intuitiva pero divertida y adictiva, la historia Dios es muy muy buena, 10/10
  16. 0NC0RE
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    This soft reboot of the God of War series brings a new flavor to the combat and world. One of, if the not the best game of the generation. Highly recommended for those who enjoy action games. The story, atmosphere, characters are all on point. Do not miss out on this masterpiece.
  17. Haktug
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    50 saatten fazla oynamışımdır muazzam yaaa. Hahahahahhahahahahhahahahahahhaha
  18. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  19. CraShed087
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Loved the game, one of the best and most engaging I've played. Beautiful graphics and cinematics too
  20. HereYouGoBuddy
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    All it actually takes to describe this game is one word and one word only. MAJESTIC
  21. tofuisawesome
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    10/10
    .....................................................................
  22. espdachiim
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    I really liked the game in my opinion this is the best game in the saga, I think everyone should play at least once.
  23. brandoteek
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    one word: Masterpiece.

    one word: Masterpiece.

    Its a must, no more to say.
  24. KeenGamer6
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    As far as games go this is best in class. Gold standard for story, graphics, combat and level design. Must play for any PlayStation console owner
  25. humansoul
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    i usually explain why
    but i do not think this game need any explanation
    must play
  26. MasterTiger4
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    This has to be one of the best action adventure game that has ever been made.
    Maybe a bit too many visits to the mountain but other than that, there's a lot going for it.
    The story that started to release the ashes of the mother's remains came to a great close by the end of it. It's an Epic adventure and if anyone needs to know how a real Dragon battle should look like can take    This has to be one of the best action adventure game that has ever been made.
    Maybe a bit too many visits to the mountain but other than that, there's a lot going for it.
    The story that started to release the ashes of the mother's remains came to a great close by the end of it.
    It's an Epic adventure and if anyone needs to know how a real Dragon battle should look like can take inspiration here. (Looking at you 1 hit dragon with thunder Skyrim)    … Expand
  27. seydo34
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    gelmiş geçmiş en iyi oyun
    tek sorun ps4 de oynarken başımın ağrıması
  28. TIMIDESTONE699
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This really made my PS4 reach the sky, an amazing story, visuals and audio, The combat was amazing, bosses were great, I think it's GOTY 2018 for a reason.
  29. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamessss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God of war
  30. yiquik
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oyun gerçekten çok ps5'imde oynadım ve gerçekten bayıldım. Oyunda oğlumuz atreus'la maceralara atılıyoruz ve kratos'un geçmişe dönük bazı hatıralarını yaşıyoruz. Ps4 ps5 ve pc'si olan kesinlikle bu oyuna bakmalıdır.… Expand
  31. Mikez023
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Sin duda el goty de 2018. A diferencia de red dead redemption 2, jugar god of war 2018 no se siente desfasado jugablemente. Quizás la historia no está al nivel del juego de Rockstar, pero lo compensa con horas de diversión y un gran sistema de combate.
  32. 1SaWw
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Este é um dos melhores jogos que já joguei a história é incrível a jogabilidade é fantástica os gráficos nunca vi nada assim
  33. NickosDi
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I hadn't played GoW games since ps2. I didn't bought PS3 or Vita since i was PCMR mostly. Enjoyed it af
  34. Neelyry
    May 28, 2018
    9
    This game is borderline perfect I would have given this a 10 but docked it one point because of the story. They stopped the game right when the story was getting ready for LOADS more, making a sequel pick up where it easily could have kept going. I felt like we had a twist and didn't get to see the climax. I wanted to go on a god killing spree like God of War 3, but we mainly only dealThis game is borderline perfect I would have given this a 10 but docked it one point because of the story. They stopped the game right when the story was getting ready for LOADS more, making a sequel pick up where it easily could have kept going. I felt like we had a twist and didn't get to see the climax. I wanted to go on a god killing spree like God of War 3, but we mainly only deal with one god. Thor and Odin aren't even in this, even though they are referenced constantly. Guess we will have to wait for the next god of war to start fighting the main Norse gods. Instead of fighting Baldur over and over… Expand
  35. oldboy
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's breathtaking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! … Expand
  36. qwind
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    Excellent storytelling game in an amazing photorealism graphic. One of the best games on PS4. Definitely must play.
  37. Icekyng
    Jun 14, 2018
    9
    I really enjoyed this game. It looked great and the combat was great. Loads to do. Very punishing killing the Valkyries and getting a platinum but a beautiful game. The trials drove me mental and the ravens,,,, those bloody ravens. But worth it in the end. I am hoping the next one unlocks the other realms? Loved it.
  38. Sceptic
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Visually spectacular,but brings nothing new to gameplay.GOW is heavily influenced by The Last Of Us and the Uncharted series.In fact,they're almost the same games in different costumes...Nevertheless,this is a fantastic experience and must be played.The combat system is nuanced,but fiddly.The story and acting are fine,with great enemy variety and design.The exploration and side missionVisually spectacular,but brings nothing new to gameplay.GOW is heavily influenced by The Last Of Us and the Uncharted series.In fact,they're almost the same games in different costumes...Nevertheless,this is a fantastic experience and must be played.The combat system is nuanced,but fiddly.The story and acting are fine,with great enemy variety and design.The exploration and side mission structure are great and the game as a whole shouldn't be missed.… Expand
  39. Heavenly_King
    Apr 26, 2023
    9
    When I first saw the game I had doubt the being a action adventure game not being able to jump would ruin it. But when I played the game they cleverly made level design that kind of makes you feel you don't need to jump, but as a player of previous games, I always wanted to jump whenever I wanted, wherever I wanted, and this is not possible since most of the stuff is contextual.

    Even    When I first saw the game I had doubt the being a action adventure game not being able to jump would ruin it. But when I played the game they cleverly made level design that kind of makes you feel you don't need to jump, but as a player of previous games, I always wanted to jump whenever I wanted, wherever I wanted, and this is not possible since most of the stuff is contextual.

    Even with that complain the combat is really exhilarating and very fun. What makes you "kind of " don't feel the necessity of jumping is the change of camera, which is a nice chance since you can see all the detail SM putted in the environments and that was not possible in previous games of the franchise.

    Also the story is really amazing with great performance of the actors. The pacing is also great, you can do side-quests if you want to or just blaze your way through the main story. It depends on what you want.

    If you could jump and go wherever you wanted as you wanted this would be a 10/10 for me, because it would also increase the combat possibilities of the game. I really cant avoid the feeling that in every action game the main character MUST be able to jump.    … Expand
  40. Tubbymora
    Jun 8, 2018
    9
    Pros:
    -"Boy"
    -Great character development for both Kratos and Atreus -Interesting side characters -Past games/events have taken its toll on Kratos and it shows -Journey by the end feels complete, self-contained story. Technically don't need to play the last 3 games, but if you did, you will appreciate the story even more. -Visual feast for the eyes -You feel powerful with each    Pros:
    -"Boy"
    -Great character development for both Kratos and Atreus
    -Interesting side characters
    -Past games/events have taken its toll on Kratos and it shows
    -Journey by the end feels complete, self-contained story. Technically don't need to play the last 3 games, but if you did, you will appreciate the story even more.
    -Visual feast for the eyes
    -You feel powerful with each attack, great weapon/combat feedback. Satisfying gameplay.
    -Can be quite challenging at times... even on normal
    -Extensive skill tree and variety in combat options
    -Equipment/runes/stats - lots of different ways to build your Kratos

    Cons:
    -A lot of backtracking. You do unlock the ability to teleport from location to location, but it happens later in the game. Wish this feature was introduced much sooner.
    -Difficult to 100% the game without a guide, wish you could unlock a collectible detector or something after you beat the game to help find the last of the collectibles
    -Using the original PS4, noticed the loading times did sometimes tend to be lengthy.

    Overall: Loved it. Played every single God of War game and this newest entry definitely brings new life to the series. Didn't think it was possible for them to add more to Kratos' story, but this game proves that there's still room for many epic adventures for Kratos and his son.    … Expand
  41. wesker2012
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    I was never into the God of War franchise, but I like this reboot of the series. I think it's a great foundation for future exploration of this world. My favorite thing about the game was the relationship between Kratos and his son. They both seemed like real characters. I also like the themes presented and all the lore poured into the game. I'm not a big fan of fighting in games, soI was never into the God of War franchise, but I like this reboot of the series. I think it's a great foundation for future exploration of this world. My favorite thing about the game was the relationship between Kratos and his son. They both seemed like real characters. I also like the themes presented and all the lore poured into the game. I'm not a big fan of fighting in games, so the fighting was kind of a chore to me and my least favorite part of the game. There's a lot of customization in regards to the fighting. I wouldn't say its the best action game ever, but I can see why its highly regarded. The puzzles were overall pretty good and I was surprised how challenging they were. The only irritating thing about the puzzles were sometimes you had to spend a lot of time looking for things. I like the open world design of the game, but I wish there was more incentive to explore the world. The different loot you get didn't feel that special to me and also the side quests just seemed like busy work. That said, I really enjoyed exploring the world and doing the non story part of the game. Another thing that felt was missing was the lack of other characters in the game besides spirits, valkryies, etc. The world felt a bit empty. Hopefully, they populate the future games with more characters. Perhaps, they were just trying to get the structure up with this game. The production values are probably the best part of this game. The graphics and atmosphere are phenomenal. And its hard to stop playing because of how good it looks even if I didn't enjoy the fighting gameplay that much. It's a great reboot that transfers God of War into a true open world design.… Expand
  42. dannytran555
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Great story telling , Incredible graphic , flawless combat system , sound and music over the top what you waiting for lad go buy it and play it already . Also fell sad for your Xbox fanboy
  43. ReubenIsAGod
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    I cannot believe how good this is!!?? I like video games a lot (i've played them for years) but MAN! I got apsolutely hooked on this (last game that got me this hooked was Control that came out last year) God of War is this epic Odyssy of a game about family, and accepting the past. The visual eye-candy and story-telling here is incredibly good (also refreshing) to the Sony last-of-us-escI cannot believe how good this is!!?? I like video games a lot (i've played them for years) but MAN! I got apsolutely hooked on this (last game that got me this hooked was Control that came out last year) God of War is this epic Odyssy of a game about family, and accepting the past. The visual eye-candy and story-telling here is incredibly good (also refreshing) to the Sony last-of-us-esc gameplay. Within this is genuie open-world gameplay that is quite sous-like-esc? Something I strangely wasn't expecting.
    I tried playing this was back on the PS4 but wasn't partiarly invested. So it was refreshing playing that game again in 2020 on the PS5 with a locked 60fps. This did make the experience much more enjoyable.

    It's a great game, but defintely has some gameplay loops that need fixing. One particar enemy would spam attacks in a way where it wasn't challenging or partically balanced. More combo variety and more fluent combat animation would have also been nice. *also a better lock on camera* Overwise this is a really exellent video game that I am geninuely NOW excited to see what cames next within the francishe.    … Expand
  44. iKen
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Played on PlayStation 4 Pro.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: AWESOME.
    Voice Acting: AWESOME.
  45. Davel33123
    May 8, 2018
    9
    Stunning game alright, Its rare that i would agree with critics but this time they are bang on.
    The only down side is i think im going to be over Sony's 3rd person story driven format by the end of the year. I hope Sony's first party studios keep evolving and not be afraid to get away from the constant 3rd person story driven format, otherwise its gonna get stale quick.
    Im not taking    Stunning game alright, Its rare that i would agree with critics but this time they are bang on.
    The only down side is i think im going to be over Sony's 3rd person story driven format by the end of the year. I hope Sony's first party studios keep evolving and not be afraid to get away from the constant 3rd person story driven format, otherwise its gonna get stale quick.
    Im not taking anything away from this gem though !! i had a blast.    … Expand
  46. Underpants158
    Sep 6, 2018
    9
    Literally great everything EXCEPT for interesting bosses. The enemy variety is lacking and the boss variety is comprised of different color giant troll/beast things. But that doesn't bother me enough to not love this game. Story is big for me and this game provides a somber story with moments of brevity from certain characters. LOVED IT.
  47. thanatopsis
    Apr 26, 2018
    9
    This game is not perfect, but it is still very good. It is not the old God of War, but it is better. It has done a far better job adapting to a modern, cinematic game than the recent Tomb Raider games have.
    For quite a few hours I was thinking, "Meh, it looks nice, but it is just another one of those cinematic games that sacrifices gameplay" but seeing as this game is over twice as long    This game is not perfect, but it is still very good. It is not the old God of War, but it is better. It has done a far better job adapting to a modern, cinematic game than the recent Tomb Raider games have.
    For quite a few hours I was thinking, "Meh, it looks nice, but it is just another one of those cinematic games that sacrifices gameplay" but seeing as this game is over twice as long as the other God of War games (not including the side quests), it takes its time to get going but then becomes every bit as good as the old God of War games. Yeah, there are a lot of QTEs and a lot of cutscenes that I really wish I could have played, but they are still thrilling to watch, and if you excluded all the non-gameplay parts, there is still more gameplay than any previous God of War game.
    Giving this game a score of 0 says a lot more about the intellect and maturity of the reviewer than this awesome game. If you don't have a PS4, buy the PS4 Pro God of War bundle. It is worth it for this game alone, not to mention the other fine exclusives.    … Expand
  48. Medallish
    Apr 29, 2019
    9
    It's just a great game, and imo an absolute must if you have a PS4, God of War reinvents itself without changing completely, combat is still fun, and by the late game stage, you'll chain together attacks like crazy and it feels awesome.
    If i had some advice for new players, do not disable the music! I didn't do this for the game, but I saw some of the more iconic scenes without music, and    It's just a great game, and imo an absolute must if you have a PS4, God of War reinvents itself without changing completely, combat is still fun, and by the late game stage, you'll chain together attacks like crazy and it feels awesome.
    If i had some advice for new players, do not disable the music! I didn't do this for the game, but I saw some of the more iconic scenes without music, and it's just not the same, the music is so great.
    Is it perfect? ofc. not, but it's a great game.    … Expand
  49. Barca1985
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    Great game! Very good story and gameplay. Masterpiece and a must buy!......
  50. Kunrya
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    It's easily the best game I've played on PS4, but it's also drastically different from the previous installments in the series. Some of the changes are for the better and some for the worse, depending on what kind of gaming experience you want. A lot of the the violence and gore has been toned down and replaced with emotional growth and quiet moments of interaction with other charactersIt's easily the best game I've played on PS4, but it's also drastically different from the previous installments in the series. Some of the changes are for the better and some for the worse, depending on what kind of gaming experience you want. A lot of the the violence and gore has been toned down and replaced with emotional growth and quiet moments of interaction with other characters (also, the gratuitous nudity is gone). It's a fair trade, but at times I felt like I wanted more of the former and less of the latter. The combat and weapons are better than ever and the addition of different sets of armor and runes is a fantastic addition. Also, the story, setting and graphics are top notch. Norse mythology was a perfect direction to take this franchise. My only major complaint is the lack of boss battles and there was never that epic sense of scale that the previous games had. In other words, I never actually felt like Kratos was a god in this game.… Expand
  51. wise21x
    May 4, 2020
    9
    Thought I would miss the old God of War but I eventually came around on the combat and game structure and eventually came to really love the new direction the game goes in.
  52. brockcheese
    Aug 20, 2018
    9
    This is a great game that tests the boundaries of video game storytelling. While very similar to the last of us in terms of themes this game still carves its own ground.
  53. Sunykamey
    May 8, 2018
    9
    This game is a phenomenal experience. It has a intriguing story, an atmospheric world, a lot of things to do, good graphics and solid mechanics. Would it not be for the sometimes heavy RPG (and therefore "grinding") parts and also not for the very inconsistent difficulty this game would easily be a 10. Sadly because of this some enemy/boss encounters are a chore and drag down theThis game is a phenomenal experience. It has a intriguing story, an atmospheric world, a lot of things to do, good graphics and solid mechanics. Would it not be for the sometimes heavy RPG (and therefore "grinding") parts and also not for the very inconsistent difficulty this game would easily be a 10. Sadly because of this some enemy/boss encounters are a chore and drag down the experience. Unblockable attack patterns are the worst in any/hack and slay title.… Expand
  54. SebboBastian
    Apr 11, 2021
    9
    One of the last generations masterpieces. Love how Kratos story is braded into the nordic mythology and it feels so naturally.
  55. LuisF
    Mar 30, 2021
    9
    Great game. Visually beautiful, great gameplay and interesting world and story.
  56. PaleNielsen
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    A really great game to experience and a really a great upgrade from the God of war games from PS2 and PS3 era. Combat is really good and satisfying every time your axe lands its just feels awesome and sound awesome too. My only problem is too few bosses and you get to fight the same boss a lot.
  57. DreamCore
    Jun 26, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:

    * Awesome graphics.
    * Great story
    * New combat system is amazing
    * Being able to upgrade weapons and armor + craft new stuff
    * Collectibles and optional stuff gives exp for Skills and thus have a purpose
    * Very cinematic and cut-scenes are all rendered in real-time.
    * All areas area connected to one another so you're not being teleported to new locations but it actually feels like you're exploring one giant world.

    Cons:

    * Not many cools bosses really. You fight Baldur twice, Magnia & Modie plus the Dragon at the top of the mountain. Everything else just feels like mini-bosses. Compared to God of War 3, this is a bit of a letdown.

    * Some areas like Helheim and Jotunheim are really small and I had really expected a bit more.

    It's a good game but it's not perfect. After completing the story it's obvious that the game is more of a prologue with great things to come in the sequels, so hopefully we well be fighting Thor, Odin and visit Asgard at some point!    … Expand
  58. Klotz
    May 21, 2018
    9
    NEGATIV: 1. Enemy/mini boss variety is lacking, 2. The secrets/riddles are very repetitive ("Oh, Rune Chest Nr. 198..."), 3. Gameplay can be repetitive, especially if you play all side missions (and because see point 1.), 4. Too much Hacksilver and stuff, less is more sometimes, 5. Feels very "gamey", where enemys/bosses pop up out of nowhere, 6. The UI design is very basic, not reallyNEGATIV: 1. Enemy/mini boss variety is lacking, 2. The secrets/riddles are very repetitive ("Oh, Rune Chest Nr. 198..."), 3. Gameplay can be repetitive, especially if you play all side missions (and because see point 1.), 4. Too much Hacksilver and stuff, less is more sometimes, 5. Feels very "gamey", where enemys/bosses pop up out of nowhere, 6. The UI design is very basic, not really fitting for this kind of game, 7. The upgrade/crafting system can be a bit fiddly.

    Everything good is probably already said about GoW so my focus here is the bad stuff. Biggest Pro for me is the gameplay. Finally a game with fun and challenging combat.    … Expand
  59. JahAaroneSp
    Aug 20, 2020
    9
    Me gusta + la trilogía original (pero por gustos personales), aún así el trabajo aquí es magnífico, la historia padre e hijo muy bien llevada y un gameplay y gráficos excelentes.
  60. Chowjust
    Feb 20, 2019
    9
    The only God of War game I had touched before this was God of War: Chains of Olympus on the PSP, but I know my God of war history. Atmosphere and story always come first for me in a single-player game, everything else can be average and I'll still be happy of the I can build that connection with the story and get invested in it or just be lost in the atmosphere the game creates. This gameThe only God of War game I had touched before this was God of War: Chains of Olympus on the PSP, but I know my God of war history. Atmosphere and story always come first for me in a single-player game, everything else can be average and I'll still be happy of the I can build that connection with the story and get invested in it or just be lost in the atmosphere the game creates. This game has one amazing story. I loved the game from start to finish and there are some intense moments in the game. The graphics and game-play are also very good. It's a bit different from the previous games and is now a over-the-shoulder third-person hack and slash, but honestly the story is what you want to get this game for. God of war fans should get it, gamers should get it, even people who aren't much of a gamer but enjoy a good story-driven game should get it.… Expand
  61. huiboy
    Jul 10, 2018
    9
    You don’t realize the quality of this game until you start playing others. The combat becomes increasingly more addictive and rewarding and the cutscenes are a pleasure to watch. Something about this game didn’t make me super excited to get keep playing but still I usually had a great time when I did. The endgame is great for several hours and is definitely worth completing If you’re intoYou don’t realize the quality of this game until you start playing others. The combat becomes increasingly more addictive and rewarding and the cutscenes are a pleasure to watch. Something about this game didn’t make me super excited to get keep playing but still I usually had a great time when I did. The endgame is great for several hours and is definitely worth completing If you’re into getting the best endgame gear. I consider coming back just for the endgame options after I’ve played all the great PS4 titles.… Expand
  62. SaraSassypants
    May 2, 2018
    9
    I'm an Xbox girl but I put it aside to pick up my dusty PS4 controller to play this game. WOW. Just amazing, the graphics are top notch. The story and lore takes me back to when I was a kid and my Dad would read stories of Greek and Norse mythology. Highly addictive 9/10.
  63. szogyenyi
    Jun 3, 2018
    9
    I usually don't give a score for any game on Metacritic, but in ths case i thought i have to do it, because if any game, then God of War really deserves it. i won't lie, i adore this franchise since the first game came out in 2005 and i was really waiting for this new episode as well. I liked how the team was able to set this character into a different mythology and despite the fact iI usually don't give a score for any game on Metacritic, but in ths case i thought i have to do it, because if any game, then God of War really deserves it. i won't lie, i adore this franchise since the first game came out in 2005 and i was really waiting for this new episode as well. I liked how the team was able to set this character into a different mythology and despite the fact i don't know much about the Norse mythology, the game could keep up my attention all the time and it also teached me some good stories and introduced interesting characters about this world. The chemistry between Kratos and Atreus works well, but i think the media and the press pushed this relationship a bit over the top. Sure, they make a really good dad and son pair, but this kind of interaction just worked better in The Last of Us. (in my opinion) The graphics is top notch, i don't think i have to explain this any further. Just take a look on the game and you will see, it's easily the best looking game nowadays. Combat system felt ok, i really don't mind the change of the camera perspective and this one shot technique is greatly carried out. Loved the moments when the past 'gives a warming welcome' and this non-linear, but still corridor shaped level design is really interesting through all realms. Characters are ok, i loved the act of Christopher Judge, but in my opinion Jeremy Davies as Baldur really stole the show!!! This game deserve all the love it gets from the fans, i'm very happy for the fact that it's such a huge success, especially in these times when everything is about the multiplayer shooters and lootboxes -.-

    I would like to point out one more perspective which i didn't understand during the advertising campaign. People were excited/upset because how a cruel, barbarian Spartan became such a p.ssy and why we have to play as a babysitter now, instead of killing everything what moves. Don't you forget, across all games, there were many emotional scenes, this game was always like this, but now it is just a bit more in the foreground. Kratos always suffered from the things what he had done, never wanted to be a monster like as we see during action, but this is his fate, regardless he accepting it or not. (Yes, SPOILER STARTS here, but just take a look on the scene where Athena shows up, or the other scene in Hel. SPOILER ENDS)

    Loved the game very much, i can't wait for the sequel. If you were thinking about to buy a PS4, but you hesitated, now it is a very good reason to buy one!    … Expand
  64. northernlad
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    very very very very very good!!!!!! excellent loved new style game story characters completing game made you feel abit sad as you didn't want it to end look forward to the next game and replaying this one in afew months or so
  65. joaopontesvaz
    Dec 25, 2018
    9
    Graphics: 9.4 Sound: 9.5 Gameplay: 9.4 Fun/Story: 9.2

    An amazing game with nice graphics and level design. Story is good too but some predictable. After all i recognize this game almost scored 10...
  66. Robobob
    Oct 31, 2018
    9
    Amazing game with beautiful graphics, a touching story and some of the most clever puzzles you'll ever see in a game. Sooo close to a perfect game. Near perfect because I felt like there is so much that I thought this game was building up to that seemed to be placed on a back burner for a sequel. Namely a few important realms to visit and gods to meet. The few god bosses you do meetAmazing game with beautiful graphics, a touching story and some of the most clever puzzles you'll ever see in a game. Sooo close to a perfect game. Near perfect because I felt like there is so much that I thought this game was building up to that seemed to be placed on a back burner for a sequel. Namely a few important realms to visit and gods to meet. The few god bosses you do meet you meet repeatedly and often. Aside from that the world of Midgard was so much fun to explore.… Expand
  67. thryce3
    Nov 9, 2018
    9
    It's gorgeous with great acting and story. Easily the best in the series.
  68. SWERY_51
    Apr 27, 2018
    9
    Not being able to see the total play time on a AAA game in 2018, what a disappointment.
    Sorry but it's only a 9 then, and i'm very serious about it.

    Brilliant game otherwise.
  69. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 26, 2018
    9
    God of War
    Complete Magic
    God of War is a hack and slash action Adventure game that contuse the story of Kratos as well as begins the series again. IS it necessary that you’ve played through the other games to understand whats going? No, but there are plenty of moments here for the fans that have. This is a completely different experience than youre used to from God of War, while at    God of War
    Complete Magic
    God of War is a hack and slash action Adventure game that contuse the story of Kratos as well as begins the series again.
    IS it necessary that you’ve played through the other games to understand whats going?
    No, but there are plenty of moments here for the fans that have.
    This is a completely different experience than youre used to from God of War, while at the same time feels like it fits in the series perfectly..
    everything is much more pulled in, feeling almost like a naughty dog take on the series..
    tons of uncharted vibes here…
    The puzzles are fast and simple to get through… you don’t feel like youre running through a labrynth of puzzles like the past games..
    instead youre on a linear journey with your son Atreus to take the ashes of your wife and his mother to the highest mountain in this land of norse Gods. As Kratos has Olympus and his days as the God of War behiind to live the normal life as a man.
    I for one have been a fan of Kratos as a character and his story, I know Im in the minority here… But this story here is even better as kratos feels vulnerable in his old age and it doesn’t feel like youre chasing a ghost… the struggle is next to you the whole time.. Your son is changing, he’s growing.. and he doesn’t know hes a God..
    And that’s where the magic of this games storytelling comes in.
    If you’ve played the past games youre on the same page as kratos and know all of his secrets, but if you havnt youre in the same boat as the boy, uncovering them as the game goes on.
    Theres tons of moral dilemma touched throughout your journey.. constant dialog through this nearly 20 hour compaign… you care for both of these characters quickly as well as their fate…
    But youre not the only one that knows this secret, youre being hunted by norse gods…
    The Journey to the highest mountain is magical..
    The game starts with you have the leviathan axe that once belonged to your wife..
    one of the coolest weapons in video game history, you can use it close rqange pulling off combos of light and heavy attacks, you can equip different attacks that run off of a cool down that you find off of enemies and in chests, but thing that makes it so awesome is that it doubles as a ranged weapon, you can throw it at enmies, fight bear handed and call it back to you and time youd like as it damages every enemy inbetween the two of you on the way back
    enemy variety here though is pretty weak, especially compared to the last games..
    they feel generic…
    combat can be crazy with the different weapons combos and help from the boy as he can shoot arrows to stun, damage, and distract enemies..
    but the combat magic was just missing for me..
    I usually look forward to combat in a god of war game… here it was my least favorite part..
    surprisingly though, combat is actually pretty rare..
    bringing me back to the uncharted statement from earlier..
    This game focuses heavily on exploration and level traversing..
    uncovering secrets, finding chestsfor materials to craft new armour sets and upgrade them..
    finding new runes to put into sockets to boost your stats,,
    however because the focus is so exploration heavy, I feel it’s a massive mistake to put in chests and secret areas you have to progress the game first to come back for…
    it’s a cheap way to extend play time.. the campaign is long enough and its uneccessary..
    after my first chest I couldn’t unlock it actually killed my urge to want to explore, which is a shame becase the secrets are so funb to find, and this game is full of secret and optional areas, and I don’t just meen little caverns tucked away.. there are full on mini levels for you to find that if you stick to just the main story you would never know about.
    God of War isn’t without its problems, combat feels a bit chorey and I hate locked off chests in games period… but those problems are small in the grand scheme of things..
    These 20 hours fly bye, there an impossible amount of attention to detail in the writing, in the dialog, in the world.. so much to search for and discover.. the amount of heart put into this game is beautiful
    the gameplay is constantly being switched up, you never know what the game is going to throw at you around the next corner.
    This game is brilliant, its not a masterpiece,
    but its pretty darn close.
    I give God of War
    a 9.5/10    … Expand
  70. Joellemm
    May 5, 2018
    9
    *DISCLAIMER*- first God of War game that I have played.

    The main campaign of God of War is incredible. The gameplay is fun, fluid and makes you feel powerful. The world is beautiful and varied. The pacing is perfect, for someone such as myself, who likes time to full engage the surroundings. The story is well developed, with central characters that are written well enough to feel    *DISCLAIMER*- first God of War game that I have played.

    The main campaign of God of War is incredible. The gameplay is fun, fluid and makes you feel powerful. The world is beautiful and varied. The pacing is perfect, for someone such as myself, who likes time to full engage the surroundings. The story is well developed, with central characters that are written well enough to feel memorable and tie you to the world and set pieces that take place. Dialogue during slower sections can often be repetitive in games, but in this, it is masterfully used to further develop characters and the lore. Arteus is not a burden but a useful ally, and arguably the central figure to the games plot. It is detailed in its menus, without feeling overbearing.

    My only legitimate disappointments come from everything outside of this main campaign. The side quests and open world design do not suit the linearity and cinematic brilliance of the main campaign. I felt that the game promises more than it actually delivers, as it lacks the enemy variety, characters and interesting locations to uphold what it sets out to achieve. Too often do you find yourself traversing the same places.

    Even so, for the main campaign alone, God of War is a great game.    … Expand
  71. WillGamer
    Apr 25, 2018
    9
    What a gem of a surprise this game was. Excellent story and great fun playing the campaign. You would really have to dig deep to find the faults in this masterpiece.
  72. LatinCritic13
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    If you are a fan of God of War, be hopeful because Santa Monica Studios have created a technical marvel in their hands. Since this is the first time that God of War came into PS4, I thought the gameplay and everything else will be the same as the predecessors, but it’s more than that. Thanks to Naughty Dog, they used their own inspirational engine from The Last of Us to create their ownIf you are a fan of God of War, be hopeful because Santa Monica Studios have created a technical marvel in their hands. Since this is the first time that God of War came into PS4, I thought the gameplay and everything else will be the same as the predecessors, but it’s more than that. Thanks to Naughty Dog, they used their own inspirational engine from The Last of Us to create their own epic tale that will change everything in terms of gameplay, storytelling, and graphic fidelity. This game by far, is one of the best games that I have ever had the pleasure to play since the first. The motion capture performances by the main two leads did a superb job by giving us the chills and feels about what made it so interesting about these characters. It is safe to say that God of War looks so damn beautiful on both PS4 and PS4 Pro as you play it regardless of your television set situation. There is not anything flawed about it and I had a fantastic overall experience playing this game. Overall, this game is a must have for anyone that wants an excellent experience that matches the ranks that The Last of Us is currently sitting at and to be honest, God of War is a story driven masterpiece. Bravo Santa Monica studios, you guys rock on creating this brutal technical masterpiece!… Expand
  73. filipers
    Mar 4, 2019
    9
    I played almost all previous GOW games and I must say that this game is definitely the best of them! The previous games in the series had an amazing combat and graphics for its time, but they lacked an interesting story, the world exploration was also very limited and the greek lore was not well exposed in game. This games nails at everything:
    - Combat: I was worried that changing the    I played almost all previous GOW games and I must say that this game is definitely the best of them! The previous games in the series had an amazing combat and graphics for its time, but they lacked an interesting story, the world exploration was also very limited and the greek lore was not well exposed in game. This games nails at everything:
    - Combat: I was worried that changing the blades to the axe was going to turn the combat more boring, but actually I loved the axe! With the axe you now feel that the combat is more personal, and along with the amazing ice abilities of the axe the combat turns out to be amazing. Atreus is really helpful too later in the game with his bow.

    - Norse Lore: In this game the mythology lore is much more exposed to the players! In the world you find shrines and pages that make you understand the main features of norse mythology (Aesir-Vanir war, the Giants suffering in the hands of the Aesir gods, the 9 realms, etc), making you feel really immersed in the world. You also latter in the game you will have a companion that will provide even detailed information about the gods. I recommend you to do a 10 min search in google to see the main features of norse mythology and the main Gods to help you immerse even more.

    - Graphics: Hands down one of the best looking games of this generation. All god of war games had amazing graphics back when they launched, and this game is the same. The difference is that here the world is more open to you and as so you can appreciate even more the amazing landscapes.

    - World building: The world now is more open to the player when compared to the linear paths of previous GOW games, you also some side quests that are not very interesting but allow you to explore the world and to adquire loot that is going to be useful for your journey. Along with the breathtaking graphics you can really feel immersed in this world, being far more interesting than the linear paths of previous games.

    - Crafting: now you can craft your and your son armour and upgrade your weapons, It is a not very deep system but is a nice addition to make the world exploration meaningful.

    -Journey/story : The journey Itself is very simple, you must deliver your wife ashes to the highest peak of the REALMS, but the journey itself is pretty nice, you meet a lot of interesting characters and obstacles, that will tight the bond between Kratos and his son. Their relation is one of the main aspects of this game and it is very nice to see its evolution. Along the game there are some references to previous games that give a strong nostalgia feel for previous GOW players, but If you did not play the previous games worry not because you can completely enjoy this game.

    Overall is an amazing game, that for me does not reach the 10/10 score due to low enemy variety and to some boring side-quests. I recommend to play with almost none HUD elements, believe you will not regret It!    … Expand
  74. SmileATT
    Nov 7, 2020
    9
    Absolutely amazing game maybe the best game ever. Graphics are phenomenal and beautiful the gameplay is very intuitive and easy to learn. There is a huge variation in fighting styles and weapon upgrades. The story is breathtaking and interesting. You must play this game once in your life!!!
  75. TK4EVA47
    Aug 24, 2022
    9
    I played God of War (2018) in 2018 and thought it was an amazing game that I loved.
  76. blank_in_black
    Apr 21, 2018
    9
    One of the best game in the series and a must have title for ps4 users. the graphics are amazing, The action and story definitely has more life to it. The only thing i have a problem is the enemy variety, such trolls and valkyries
  77. nikmasher
    Apr 30, 2019
    9
    The game is just brilliant.
    I remember playing the other gow games, which I found quite amusing, but this one offered me so much more.
    The story had a beginning and a middle (the end is yet to be revealed, or they spoiled it?), the lore was exceptional, the characters well written and the battle system was quite the treat with light rpg elements that made it so much more interesting. I    The game is just brilliant.
    I remember playing the other gow games, which I found quite amusing, but this one offered me so much more.
    The story had a beginning and a middle (the end is yet to be revealed, or they spoiled it?), the lore was exceptional, the characters well written and the battle system was quite the treat with light rpg elements that made it so much more interesting. I could feel during battles that I was getting stronger.
    They could create advantages and disadvantages with armor upgrades (only two of the three Invaldi's armor should be there) but I believe the rune system indicates that you just have to become stronger for the most difficult parts. The only tip, is to get started with difficulty setting to hard, get stronger and then start a new game plus at the outmost difficulty. Don't get cocky. Sometimes the game is punishing as hell.
    During the first boss battle I was so overwhelmed for what to come, but only the Valkyries met the conditions (by far). The game doesn't actually has boss battles, only "preludes" for enemies you will face afterwards.
    The semi-NPC works really well and feels (actually it is) part of the battle.
    Finally, the graphics are phenomenal. You, sometimes, can stare for a while.
    All that said, the game is a must buy for a job well done and how single player games must be treated.    … Expand
  78. bskierys
    Mar 30, 2019
    9
    9,5/10
    What is the best thing about this game? It is it's narrative. Not story alone but the way it was directed, filmed and put together with great music by Bear McCreary. When I saw that cutscene was about to start I knew this is going to be good. If you are here to hear a great tale set in the world of Norse Mithology - you are not going to be disappointed.
    There is always a "but" in    9,5/10
    What is the best thing about this game? It is it's narrative. Not story alone but the way it was directed, filmed and put together with great music by Bear McCreary. When I saw that cutscene was about to start I knew this is going to be good. If you are here to hear a great tale set in the world of Norse Mithology - you are not going to be disappointed.
    There is always a "but" in the review that starts like that and it is no different here. The world itself feels empty. There are only 9 characters in the game aside from enemies and unnamed ghosts with side missions. We are visiting 6 realms, we are seeing villages but it all empty. Sure - it is explained - but still I ended up with feeling that the world is empty.
    Going back to narrative - I love how Kratos, Atreus and Mimir are interacting with each other during the whole game (even after beating main story). You can hear a lot of great stories during exploration.
    The combat mechanics are solid. Deep and satysfying. Hard enough to engage but not too hard. I liked how after beating the story I started to care about my gear and crafting resources. It shows how though through the whole system is.The combat is a little too brutal for my taste (especially finisher animations) but that just me.
    One thing that was suprisingly good was Atreus as a fight companion. He really is helping and it was good to have it on my side in combat.
    Overall, one of the best single player games I ever played. I'm looking forward for the story to continue. Great job Santa Monica Studio!    … Expand
  79. Rewenom
    May 1, 2018
    9
    Очень качественный софт-ребут известной серии игр.
    Плюсы:
    -Графоний топ, игра выглядит великолепно -Приятный саунд -Достаточно много интересных активностей в псевдо-открытом мире -Боёвка вариативна и предоставляет достойный челлендж -Сюжет очень хорош и контрастен, есть в игре и драмма и юмор Минусы: -Бэктрекинг, его немного, но он есть и местами очень раздражает -Открытый финал с    Очень качественный софт-ребут известной серии игр.
    Плюсы:
    -Графоний топ, игра выглядит великолепно
    -Приятный саунд
    -Достаточно много интересных активностей в псевдо-открытом мире
    -Боёвка вариативна и предоставляет достойный челлендж
    -Сюжет очень хорош и контрастен, есть в игре и драмма и юмор
    Минусы:
    -Бэктрекинг, его немного, но он есть и местами очень раздражает
    -Открытый финал с заделом на продолжение
    Есть есть заветная консоль и нравятся слешеры, настоятельно рекомендую, не пожалеете.    … Expand
  80. moiseshenri
    Apr 27, 2018
    9
    O jogo esta incrível em qualidade, as transições de cenas para o gameplay esta talvez o melhor já criado, jogabilidade muito boa também, e história que faz você ao mesmo tempo que quer fazer tudo o que tem de missões, também quer terminar logo pra saber o que acontece.
  81. WWEJoker2013
    Sep 19, 2018
    9
    God of War is one of those games that does not come out every day. Its by far one of the best games on the PS4. A compelling and deep story, plus a great combat system make this game a must have for any gamer. My only cretessism is that towards the end the game starts slowing down a bit too much. Great job Sony Santa Monica.
  82. kyle20ellis
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    God of War is an excellent game, filled with great cinematic moments, awesome characters, lore and dialogue. The world-building is great, too. Story-wise I think this is one of the best games for the PS4 (if not the best). The combat is brutal and so much fun, especially as you move forward and start to unlock some of the upgrades. I started the game on "Give me a balanced experience", butGod of War is an excellent game, filled with great cinematic moments, awesome characters, lore and dialogue. The world-building is great, too. Story-wise I think this is one of the best games for the PS4 (if not the best). The combat is brutal and so much fun, especially as you move forward and start to unlock some of the upgrades. I started the game on "Give me a balanced experience", but it was a little too easy for my taste and it didn't encourage exploring too much, since I didn't need too many upgrades to make the game easier. I moved the difficulty up to Give Me a Challenge and that's how I enjoyed it the most. It's so cool to see how this father-son relationship evolves and also the stories Mimir tells you throughout the journey, he is the definition of a comedic relief done right, because he also helps in building up the lore of the game.

    For the most part, I absolutely adored this game. But there were a few things that I didn't love. First, it isn't exactly open-world (it's more of a hub world) and it isn't exactly an RPG. The game introduces certain elements of RPG gameplay, such as the semi-open world and the possibility for upgrades, but I felt like the world got repetitive a little too quick, since you explore a little, but then have a few areas locked because you don't have the skills to open them. Then, further along in the game you unlock the skills so you can return to the places you were before, but then I'm not motivated to visit those places because I've already been there. Another thing is the armor and weapon upgrades. I found that once you get to a certain upgrade, it's not really necessary to keep upgrading (other than for fashion) and I spent only like 10% of my hacksilver because, like I said, once you get to a certain armour, it can't get much better and so grinding through places like Niflheim and Musfelheim just to get better armor feel like a chore. These things are optional, sure. But I feel I have to mention them since they are in the game.

    If you are into the things I just mentioned, cool. And by the time you finish the game there is still plenty to do if you enjoy the grind. And certain favors and side quests reveal details about the story, which is cool, although definitely not essential. Overall, God of War is really, really good and a must-own for anyone with a PS4.    … Expand
  83. Laryos
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    I have been playing two hours and it's amazing! What a two hours OMG! Combat is visceral and it feels personal. And that amazing art and graphics... Buah!
  84. njja02
    Jun 17, 2018
    9
    Besides the lack of enemy types and bosses, God of War managed to surprise and kept me invested the whole journey. The story, writing, and characters were all great, and the game looks marvelous. The game-play and exploration never got old, and there many great side activities and quests that kept me even more invested.
  85. Exquisit
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    I didnt give this game a ten because I believe that there are a few minor issues. I wish I could score 9.5 but I cant.

    Issues: - enemy targetting can be a bit wonky - tutorial gives you button instructions after the fact when you already needed them, but you can also view the button config a ahead of time - I am playing on hard, but the first enemies killed me in like three hits    I didnt give this game a ten because I believe that there are a few minor issues. I wish I could score 9.5 but I cant.

    Issues:
    - enemy targetting can be a bit wonky

    - tutorial gives you button instructions after the fact when you already needed them, but you can also view the button config a ahead of time

    - I am playing on hard, but the first enemies killed me in like three hits when I had full health. I thought that was a bit much, even for hard.

    -    … Expand
  86. Darius11
    Aug 24, 2018
    9
    A great mixture of Storytelling and Action. Gameplay is tight, You have a variety of weapons and powers to use and all can be done without too much hassle but also a great deal of skill is needed to perfect your style and take on the hardest difficulty and bosses

    The main story is long enough for value but a really good treat is that after this has ended there is so much to do, Not tiny    A great mixture of Storytelling and Action. Gameplay is tight, You have a variety of weapons and powers to use and all can be done without too much hassle but also a great deal of skill is needed to perfect your style and take on the hardest difficulty and bosses

    The main story is long enough for value but a really good treat is that after this has ended there is so much to do, Not tiny side missions but actual cool stuff. You also keep levelling up and learning new abilities. So a lot of playtime if you want to carry on the journey.

    The story was great but not amazing which is why its not a 10/10 in my book. I'd say its easily worth £30 now (August 2018) If it drops cheaper and you aint buying you are missing out on a bargain.    … Expand
  87. leofire
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Que buen lavado de cara a la franquicia, graficos muy buenos, banda sonora bien implementada, buen gameplay, unos pequeños detalles que no me agradaron con algunas animaciones pero nada importante que afecte la experiencia de juego. Muy recomendado!
  88. SleepNot
    Nov 30, 2022
    9
    Супер игра, быть по-другому и не может. Но не близок сеттинг, геймплей супер, а проникнуться до конца не могу из-за сеттинга. Рекомендую конечно
  89. lizardking420
    May 9, 2018
    9
    Good: Currently the best graphics I have ever seen, great sound and gameplay is good.
    Bad: Way too short, map and puzzles are way too simple, controls not setup for classic, framerate stutters and the witch has horrible dialog.
  90. Jalmerk
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    God of War is a real spectacle both visually and narratively, but is unfortunately bogged down by an uninteresting and unnecessary loot and stat system. A must play for the ps4 none the less!
  91. ToxicGent
    Apr 28, 2018
    9
    Fantastic game, great visuals, great combat and story. Character development was awesome but the boy had some awkward times. Needs more boss battles and more lands to visit. 100% worth the 60$ price tag.
  92. filip92
    Jul 11, 2022
    9
    Almost perfect i every way. I liked the most the music, the combat and the voice of the Serpant,it sounds so good when you play on your headphones. The only thing i felt lacking is more boss battles, which i hope will see in Ragnarok.
  93. janettaplanetta
    Sep 20, 2018
    9
    This game is outstanding. Unfortunately I was too busy to leave a detailed review back when I completed the game so this will be brief. Suffice it to say, the gameplay is so much fun, the graphics outstanding, the characters well drawn and generally it's right up there as possibly my game of the year. It was too puzzly for me - which I was surprised by, nobody seems to talk about that! -This game is outstanding. Unfortunately I was too busy to leave a detailed review back when I completed the game so this will be brief. Suffice it to say, the gameplay is so much fun, the graphics outstanding, the characters well drawn and generally it's right up there as possibly my game of the year. It was too puzzly for me - which I was surprised by, nobody seems to talk about that! - and the throwing your axe to hit three small paddles at a distance in a few seconds to unlock advanced stuff drove me NUTS! But not enough to significantly negatively impact my huge enjoyment of this game.… Expand
  94. elyh
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    This sequel is a clear break from it's predecessors as the gameplay is not as linear as the previous entries and Kratos is a different man now. These changes are for the better as they breing much freshness to a series that was having problems shaking it up. The graphics and productions values are off the charts but what makes this game really special is a great story & greatThis sequel is a clear break from it's predecessors as the gameplay is not as linear as the previous entries and Kratos is a different man now. These changes are for the better as they breing much freshness to a series that was having problems shaking it up. The graphics and productions values are off the charts but what makes this game really special is a great story & great acting/animation. I'm putting a 9 but it could be 9.5 easy.… Expand
  95. RobFeight
    Apr 25, 2018
    9
    As a gamer who's played passionately since the Atari 2600—up-to-and-including PC titles—God of War is THE best graphically advanced video game I've played yet.

    From the crisp visuals enhanced with the Pro model PlayStation 4—checkerboard or not—running on a top-shelf LG OLED C7P 4K HDR, to the rich, involved dynamic dialogue God of War is arguably the game of the generation. And I'm not    As a gamer who's played passionately since the Atari 2600—up-to-and-including PC titles—God of War is THE best graphically advanced video game I've played yet.

    From the crisp visuals enhanced with the Pro model PlayStation 4—checkerboard or not—running on a top-shelf LG OLED C7P 4K HDR, to the rich, involved dynamic dialogue God of War is arguably the game of the generation. And I'm not even a big fan of action games.

    Every step forward feels earned in this game. Feels like a worthwhile investment. At first I was worried I'd feel tethered with the tag-along Timmy. But, after finishing the title I wouldn't have wanted to play it any other way.

    Also, the hybrid linear/open-world game design was refreshing and rewarding.

    Beautifully and masterfully done. Bravo, Corey Barlog, and thank you.    … Expand
  96. Razitan
    Apr 23, 2018
    9
    I wasn't into this game at first but you need to give it time about half way through it really turns back into God of War. (with no jump button they should not have removed this!) I still feel its water downed in gore compered to previous versions. but it's given more depth to Kratos character which I liked
  97. Solid_Snack
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    The most surprising aspect is simply how much the game has evolved while still remaining very much a God of War game. It is very good.
  98. imoviesreview
    Jun 7, 2018
    9
    A perfect story driven game with excellent combat. This game has everything that makes a game great. A must own for all PlayStation 4 owners. If this was an Xbox game, the Xbox One would out sale the PlayStation 4 over this game alone.
  99. Espolosin
    Dec 20, 2018
    9
    El gran juego de PS4 de 2018.

    God of War es un grandisimo juego que todo amante de los videojuegos esperaba con ansias durante estos últimos años, y era de esperar, es una gran saga que tiene un renombre y una de las insignias de PlayStation. En cuanto a gameplay se cambia la formula y pasa de ser un hack and slash a un juego mas pausado, pero sin perder el frenesí en los combates    El gran juego de PS4 de 2018.

    God of War es un grandisimo juego que todo amante de los videojuegos esperaba con ansias durante estos últimos años, y era de esperar, es una gran saga que tiene un renombre y una de las insignias de PlayStation.

    En cuanto a gameplay se cambia la formula y pasa de ser un hack and slash a un juego mas pausado, pero sin perder el frenesí en los combates tanto de enemigos normales como de los jefes.

    El árbol de habilidades al principio se puede llegar ha hacer algo lioso, pero en cuanto van pasando las horas se va haciendo mas intuitivo, las habilidades se van desbloqueando mediante vamos avanzando en la aventura y tiene una buena variedad y profundidad.

    En el apartado artístico es un juego precioso, con una ambientación perfecta que junto con la banda sonora consigue una muy buena inmersión, el cambio de mitología no lo veo ni un acierto ni un error, es un enfoque diferente para poder explorar nuevos lugares y poder traer nuevas ideas a lo que es esta saga.

    Visualmente es una maravilla, explota al máximo lo que son las prestaciones del hardware de PS4.

    En cuanto a la narrativa el juego cada vez va a mas, una dirección muy buena que hace disfrutar de la historia y hace que quieras seguir jugando para saber que es lo siguiente que va a ocurrir. Una gran obra que si bien no tiene una gran duración y se dejan muchas cosas por ver de esta mitología, sigue siendo un grandioso videojuego.

    En conclusion, un videojuego que todo amante de los videojuegos debería de jugar, una gran obra que merece mucho la pena.    … Expand
  100. Anthor
    Sep 8, 2019
    9
    Triple A Single Player de la más alta calidad. El mejor God of War jamás creado y uno de los mejores exclusivos de PS4. Un título imprescindible y completo del que otras compañías deberían tomar nota y aprender. Sólo Paquito "La Culebra" y tonto el Yopley no lo han olido, mientras se la vuelven a llevar caliente en todos los morros XD
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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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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