God of War

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  1. Jimbobuddy
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Played in all difficulties;

    TL;DR: I give this game a 10 because of its combat game play, its story (both narrative & well done artistic theme), and its rewarding exploration The music and art are all very well done. There are many different places you go and each place has its own theme for the most part, and really makes it interesting to see whats around each corner. The artists    Played in all difficulties;

    TL;DR: I give this game a 10 because of its combat game play, its story (both narrative & well done artistic theme), and its rewarding exploration

    The music and art are all very well done. There are many different places you go and each place has its own theme for the most part, and really makes it interesting to see whats around each corner. The artists did a great job bringing the environment to life and giving the story a fantastic foundation.

    When it comes to exploring these places all of your extra effort is rewarded with meaningful rewards and makes you want to explore more which helps you appreciate the level design as well as more of the art.

    The narrative, I must say, is amazing. So many times I found myself listening to an npc just hear what they had to say. This is very out of the ordinary for me, however, I do love mythology. So hearing an alternate version of some Norse mythology is probably right up my ally. Either way, you will likely appreciate the way Kratos and Atreus interact with each other.

    Combat is very fun, they did an amazing job in my opinion making it versatile enough that when i'm fighting i'm not always using the same techniques. The enemies, again, are diverse and offer interesting situations.

    I would not recommend playing the hardest difficulty unless you've beaten the game. I say this not because it is difficult but because it becomes cheesy and monotonous. You will find yourself maximizing damage through sometimes cheesy techniques because it is the best/only way to move forward and this can ruin much of the fun of the many versatile and unique techniques/things you gain in the game. Not to mention you will die more, much more.    … Expand
  2. Tribi
    May 7, 2018
    10
    This game has everything you look up to from a game, no doubt all the work behind from the Santa Monica Studio, everything is on the game, no boxes, everything you pay is there, which is hard to find this day in the industry, all my respect for that. Maybe it´s not the best and first plaze in graphics, but it looks completely gorgeous, I could stay with my mouth open without playing justThis game has everything you look up to from a game, no doubt all the work behind from the Santa Monica Studio, everything is on the game, no boxes, everything you pay is there, which is hard to find this day in the industry, all my respect for that. Maybe it´s not the best and first plaze in graphics, but it looks completely gorgeous, I could stay with my mouth open without playing just watching how beautiful the world in god of war is. Maybe it´s not the best in story, but gets you so addicted to it, maybe it´s not the best in playable, but oh my "god", the combats are spectaculary awesome, and i could be like that all day.... in my opinion all the details together makes this game Brilliant. 10/10… Expand
  3. Keys1989
    May 7, 2018
    10
    I'm deep into a game backlog at the moment so I tried not to buy this game, but the reviews were just too good I couldn't help myself. Well now I'm trying my hardest not to plow through the game because I'm addicted! I'm really trying to take my time and savour it. This game has no grind!

    Graphics, best I've ever seen, combat... It's so much fun, satisfying like painting a picture with    I'm deep into a game backlog at the moment so I tried not to buy this game, but the reviews were just too good I couldn't help myself. Well now I'm trying my hardest not to plow through the game because I'm addicted! I'm really trying to take my time and savour it. This game has no grind!

    Graphics, best I've ever seen, combat... It's so much fun, satisfying like painting a picture with an axe! Brutal bloody satisfying. Upgrading gear, finding loot is well balanced. The story is quite good, the dynamic between Kratos and the boy is wholesome and hilarious. The kid is a normal smart mouthed kid with a personality and Kratos is dry as dry gets and the the dynamic between the two had me laughing on the regular. This game is so well done. I don't have a single complaint or even any constructive criticism. This is a perfect game and I can't wait for the next one.

    Also extra points for no season passes or other nonsense, just a complete game with no loot boxes or other BS.    … Expand
  4. LukasBilek
    May 7, 2018
    10
    I finished the game , and i must say...God of War is one of the best games on PS4(for me is the best)..Great work!!...

    Amazing game!!!
  5. Kicker737
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Simply, amazing!!! No other words for it. The game looks stunning, plays like a dream, the combat is much more ambitious and the best ive ever seen in a video game. Deserves everything its achieving, thank u cory and santa monica for giving us, not just a video game, but an experience!!
  6. sapphiron
    May 7, 2018
    10
    God of war 4 is an awesome Game.
    with great battle system and fantastic game play.
  7. D4rkNinj4
    May 6, 2018
    9
    God of War. A soft reboot to a classic Playstation exclusive franchise which began on the PS2 over 10 years ago. After Kratos's 8 to 5 year hiatus, (Depending on what you would count as the last main entry) He's returned once again to show these latest Sony wanna-be mascots up, I'm talking about you Aloy and Delsin Rowe. This newest entry separates itself from past entries in theGod of War. A soft reboot to a classic Playstation exclusive franchise which began on the PS2 over 10 years ago. After Kratos's 8 to 5 year hiatus, (Depending on what you would count as the last main entry) He's returned once again to show these latest Sony wanna-be mascots up, I'm talking about you Aloy and Delsin Rowe. This newest entry separates itself from past entries in the franchise, while the original games where all hack-and-slash, this new game attempts for a close, over the shoulder point of view which is a new perspective, which Santa Monica Studios has refined to a charm. The new style and take on the combat system is welcomed quite easily, for both veterans and newcomers. While it does retain a few elements we've seen prior in the God of War series such as combos, the combat itself requires a bit more of a strategical in higher difficulties. I personally recommend that you first play this game on "Give Me a Challenge" as the name implies, it gives the combat a more emphasize on strategy and being quick on your feet. Now, another element of the gameplay you'll see is the newfound is the new emphasis of exploration and straying of the beaten path. It'd be almost impossible to not at one point not further the story, and assist one of the many side characters with a mutual understanding that helping others helps you in the long run, as a matter a fact, the game at one point dwells on this between banter of Kratos and his son, Atreus. When Atreus asks his father why he won't help people out of kindness, and Kratos responds with it doesn't help them during their journey, and while he is right at that moment, it isn't much harder to look at the fact that you controlling Kratos know that you'll be rewarded for your progress in helping the many NPC's you'll meet. Now, while as of now, I've finally finished the game, and am writing this review, as shall say that the story left me wanting a bit more at the end, saying to myself, "Wait... That was the end?" If you ask me, God of War 2017 leaves the door open for Santa Monica Studios to craft a sequel to this perfect game. If it wasn't for the ending, and another couple of issues with the story, I'd give this game a perfect 10/10, but it'll have to settle for a 9/10.… Expand
  8. sgrodsky1
    May 6, 2018
    7
    I can only give this game about a 7.5 First the game is too hard. I don't know if they were trying to compete with From Software or what they were thinking. The difficulty of just getting around has taken all of the joy out of this video game. Most of the time, I was not having fun. The fast travel is a joke. You don't even get it until about 61% completion of the game. WarningI can only give this game about a 7.5 First the game is too hard. I don't know if they were trying to compete with From Software or what they were thinking. The difficulty of just getting around has taken all of the joy out of this video game. Most of the time, I was not having fun. The fast travel is a joke. You don't even get it until about 61% completion of the game. Warning there are timed events in this game. I hate timed events in video games. The main line story is very good, and the combat is good. Some of the enemies are op'ed, and you don't have a great chance at winning. There are some very annoying fights. I like the side quests, and that is what kept me playing. I was good at finding the ravens, and lining up the light root puzzles. I did feel an accomplishment there. My husband was trying to go platinum, but he said the developers made the game too difficult for many people to achieve this accomplishment. A lot of the areas you have to grind. All in all I would rank all of the souls games, charter games, skyrim etc above this game.… Expand
  9. gustave154
    May 6, 2018
    10
    This is the best Playstation 4 game of all time and may be even the best game of all time. The graphics, story, characters, writing, pacing, combat hell EVERYTHING is perfect. If you need a reason to buy a PS4, THIS IS IT.
  10. iHeisenburger
    May 6, 2018
    9
    combat is ok but satisfying, story is good but you feel there is something missing, the lore is amazing, acting is superb
  11. NewLondo
    May 6, 2018
    8
    I'm just going to write what I didn't like since it's way shorter than listing everything that I enjoyed.

    Basically the game has repetitive mini bosses which seem kind of dull, not only because they look the same (with small variations) but the cinematic finisher for absolutely all of them is the same, so after the 4th Troll/Ogre/valkyrie (and won't be the last) it's just like well ok.    I'm just going to write what I didn't like since it's way shorter than listing everything that I enjoyed.

    Basically the game has repetitive mini bosses which seem kind of dull, not only because they look the same (with small variations) but the cinematic finisher for absolutely all of them is the same, so after the 4th Troll/Ogre/valkyrie (and won't be the last) it's just like well ok. That's my biggest complain; coming from a franchise known for it's very creative and brutal finishing moves, having the same one for the same type of enemy just seems lazy. That's it; story, characters, graphics, gameplay, I enjoyed everything else.    … Expand
  12. Borgoros
    May 6, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece! From start to finish, this is pure class. The story, the gameplay, the graphics, the characters, the music, the lore... For me, this is a perfectly crafted game, all the way through. All the skills, enchantments and runic attacks makes battles and combos pretty awesome. Two main weapons that gives the player so much variety, that is unique! And Atreus gives a lot of coolA masterpiece! From start to finish, this is pure class. The story, the gameplay, the graphics, the characters, the music, the lore... For me, this is a perfectly crafted game, all the way through. All the skills, enchantments and runic attacks makes battles and combos pretty awesome. Two main weapons that gives the player so much variety, that is unique! And Atreus gives a lot of cool opportunities with his own runic attacks, skills and his armors. Fantastic!!… Expand
  13. Ninkando
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Satisfying. If I had to sum the game up in one single word, satisfying would be it. Mechanically, visually, audibly, and narratively. The combat has an exemplary feel to it, especially the leviathan axe gameplay. The axe truly feels as though it has a heavy, impactful weight behind it - just like the lead director wished for. During the 20+ hours of content delving through the differentSatisfying. If I had to sum the game up in one single word, satisfying would be it. Mechanically, visually, audibly, and narratively. The combat has an exemplary feel to it, especially the leviathan axe gameplay. The axe truly feels as though it has a heavy, impactful weight behind it - just like the lead director wished for. During the 20+ hours of content delving through the different realms and midgard, one will easily lose track of time. It is just that immersive.

    The story is extremely engrossing thanks to some excellent level/map design and writing. No cut to blacks - just one, continuous adventure. You find yourself listening closely in as the player, to each and every conversation Kratos and his son shares. Nuanced details like this do leaps and bounds in terms of player involvement. The lore is also easy to digest, and rather accessible, even to somebody new to the series.

    This is a special game. A game which any action-adventure game lover simply must play.    … Expand
  14. Gamexpert
    May 6, 2018
    10
    I played trough all these 90+ Games over the last few Years, i really never saw a Game that earned its Hype so much. Its one of the greatest Games ever done. It just keeps getting better and better. Everything is so refined and perfect. I cant wait for the next Game, there are so many little Cliffhangers.
  15. Godmasterpk
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Melhor GOW de todos os tempos,melhor enredo,melhor jogabilidade,melhor historia,melhor mitologia....
  16. Pablors
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Dark, complex, immersive and above all very entertaining. God of War joins the great list of exclusive PS4 games that any player should play. My favorite of the year so far. 10/10
  17. SilverStone
    May 6, 2018
    6
    Buy this game with the understanding that it's a 6/10 or 7/10. There is nothing that makes this game 10/10, at all.

    If you play this game expecting it to be 10/10, you will constantly be asking yourself "How is this game 10/10? This is broken, this doesn't work, this is redundant, this is repetitive, etc." You will find way too much to critique about this game if you have played any    Buy this game with the understanding that it's a 6/10 or 7/10. There is nothing that makes this game 10/10, at all.

    If you play this game expecting it to be 10/10, you will constantly be asking yourself "How is this game 10/10? This is broken, this doesn't work, this is redundant, this is repetitive, etc." You will find way too much to critique about this game if you have played any other game at all.

    In short,
    What is broken and poorly polished:
    -Controls.
    -Combat balance
    -Camera (in combat)
    -Hitreg
    -Stats. => RPG element destroyed.
    -Loot
    -Story
    -Boss fights.

    Things that ARE 10/10
    -Environment-> this one is 8/10, but it's still good. Nothing you will take screenshots of, but very pleasing.
    -Dialogue
    -Visuals
    -Dialogues can be interrupted and are then resumed by NPCs when it's safe.
    -The first boss fight(3/4 of it is scripted, though). But it's **** awesome. It's the ONLY boss fight that is good too.
    -NO Microtransactions

    Only the cosmetic part of the game being good, this can't be a 10/10. NEVER.

    It's an ok game, but that's it. It does not go beyond that. Also, this game copies every other game that is out there: Hellblade, Uncharted, The last of us, dark souls, Zelda, Batman Arkham, etc. And does it very poorly.

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    Longer version:

    -Controls
    Classic control map prevents you from using some of the skills (button combinations). It's physically impossible, you will need a 6th finger. NOT THE DEFAULT MAP - THE CLASSIC MAP. It's optional, but still.

    -Combat balance
    if the enemies are too strong, you simply run away/shield and use your BOI to fight. A support character is supposed to be a support character, not a killing machine because YOU are too weak in a game. I'm a god ffs, let me kick a$$ when I level up to max. Oh, yea. Being max lvl with max stats does virtually nothing. You will still use the BOI way too much. I wonder who is stronger.

    -Camera (in combat). You see only 1/4 of the battlefield and 1/2 of it is taken up by Kratos's awesome tattooed head. They give you indicators to see attacks from behind => you end up fighting indicators instead of enemies 90% of the time. "Lock on" works 30% of the time. Bugged or something.

    -Stats. You do more damage in numbers and you have more defense in numbers but you don't feel it. For example, some enemies don't stagger, when you hit them with a strong attack. It doesn't matter if you have 0 strength or 150. You're still going to hit like a little b**ch and the big guy won't care.

    -Hitreg
    SOMETIMES, ok? Just sometimes it can happen that you hit an enemy and nothing gets registered. An unpleasant bug, but still, be aware of it. Sucks when it's an ultimate abity though.. ugh.

    -Loot
    ->Best equipment is found on Arenas. Everything else is 100% useless. However, all points of interest try to seduce you with loot. Knowing that the loot is useless, you find no reason exploring.

    -Story -> You know how it's going to end. Even from trailers. It's hard NOT to guess it. + Some of the relevant characters die with 0 consequence, some have an impact on the world for no reason. NO CLOSURE.
    Some realms that are in the game are closed behind a message "Locked by Odin", a.k.a. "buy our next game". Disrespectful to consumers 100% +Too much unnecessary fighting to fill time. Just waves of repetitive monsters to make the game longer. Sometimes with no context. Just waves of monsters. Fun? Meh...not really.

    -Boss Fights:
    Some bosses have two random follow up attacks that are not blockable/dodgeable/avoidable, you just have to take it and randomly die. You can find it on the forums and people simply say "just switch to the easy difficulty for this boss fight". It's not fair to the players as no skill or wit gets involved. You're basically playing dice. Have a good one, and let the hype never fool you :)    … Expand
  18. yamero77
    May 6, 2018
    10
    This game deserves all of the positive reviews it gets. You can easily tell who is being genuine with their reviews, and who is review bombing. Congrats to Cory Barlog. You nailed it dude.
  19. M1_
    May 6, 2018
    10
    I could easily say that this game is a true masterpiece! One of the best games of all time if not the best! Great props to the creators of the game and please add sequels in the future to this masterpiece of a game!
  20. ZebLightning
    May 6, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is remarkable from the graphics, gameplay and all the way up to the story. If you are ever looking for games that can show what the PS4 is really capable of than this is a must buy. One scene that shows the true colors and vibrance of the game is when you meet The Witch after you have shot her animal. After she tells you to carry the bore to her home you are slowly walking up this trail and you can see all these trees and plants. The variety of the colors and the different animals roaming around her home is just a beautiful sight to look at. Gameplay is on a whole other level when it comes to fighting enemies and how you take them out. If you are skeptical on buying this game because you might think you'll be running around doing useless boring side-quest. Look no further than your first boss fight with The Stranger. This fight right here is one of the best fight scenes I have ever seen in a video game. It is also how it will be for the rest of the game. There is no dull moment where I feel like i'm doing stuff that has no affect on the story and that brings me to the story of the game. For the first time we get to see Kratos act like a father figure and actually stay calm when something does not go his way. We see growth between both main characters from Atreus learning all the things he possesses and Kratos learning not to rip other peoples heads off because they don't agree with him and not wanting his son to do the same mistakes he did. The only complaint I have with the game but is something you just get used to is the camera. I always finding myself getting hit from behind because it doesn't allow you to look in the back of you quick enough. Yes, you can do the quick turn but then I can't see the other enemy I was focusing on. Overall this game is a must buy and shouldn't have a score lower than a 7 and that's kind of pushing it.… Expand
  21. maesedude
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Oh my god (no pun intended), this game blows my mind. Most importantly, the longer I play it, the more excited I get. While it took me a little while to really warm up to the new combat system and the Axe, I love it now, and when you get another certain set of weapons much later in the game, fans of the old games like me get a real treat. Graphics, gameplay, controls... top-notch. But moreOh my god (no pun intended), this game blows my mind. Most importantly, the longer I play it, the more excited I get. While it took me a little while to really warm up to the new combat system and the Axe, I love it now, and when you get another certain set of weapons much later in the game, fans of the old games like me get a real treat. Graphics, gameplay, controls... top-notch. But more importantly, how they improved on Kratos' character is amazing; he is so much more interesting and likeable now. And his son, against all my fears, is no burden, but a great help throughout.

    I haven't completed it yet so I can't give a final judgement yet, but it's already better than almost anything I have EVER played, on ANY platform. GOTY candidate for me already!    … Expand
  22. MrZfinger
    May 6, 2018
    10
    The greatest and the most epic father&son adventure in video games! I'm pleased to rate this masterpiece)
  23. tom1204ru1
    May 6, 2018
    0
    TOO many boss using same monster, and puzzles are borning. Just find and find and find the runes, then throw your axe.
  24. amin-hasan
    May 6, 2018
    10
    The game is amazing from everything. I like the new Kratos and the relation with his son Atreus.
    The only reason i bought PS4 is to play this game.
  25. Bezerk_Incursio
    May 5, 2018
    10
    this game has done really well in implementing kratos over the years and in Norse mythology no doubt. game-play is great as well as the environment and script. well done Corey.
  26. kot0005
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Best Single player game released in a decade, only next to Monster Hunter world. Play the game, dont trust the red ratings because they obviously haven't played more than 2hours.
  27. anarquipunky
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Muy buen juego en general, su historia, gráficos, jugabilidad, la expresión facial y corporal de los personajes y sus personalidades muy bien definidas y desatolladas, un juego bastante mas maduro que las entregas anteriores... Los contras a mi pareces son pocos, quizás no me cierra mucho el mapa, tendría que haber mas armas y tendrían que ser un poco mas violentos los movimientos en laMuy buen juego en general, su historia, gráficos, jugabilidad, la expresión facial y corporal de los personajes y sus personalidades muy bien definidas y desatolladas, un juego bastante mas maduro que las entregas anteriores... Los contras a mi pareces son pocos, quizás no me cierra mucho el mapa, tendría que haber mas armas y tendrían que ser un poco mas violentos los movimientos en la pelea y por ultimo, me gustaría que salte, no es algo que sea fundamental para la jugabilidad general del juego, pero le otorgaría mas realismo a la totalidad del juego... En fin, es un juego que da placer al jugarlo y voy a esperar con ansias futuras entregas... Soy feliz al existir en estos tiempos de avances tecnológicos, donde puedo disfrutar de este tipo de obras de arte videojugables!!! Gracias a Estudios Santa Monoica por semejante creación y Gracias a Sony por crear la Playstation 4 pro!!! Me hicieron muy feliz!!!… Expand
  28. Danisco
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Best PS4 Game ever! by the way this is really the God of War 4 continues of god of war 3 if you played this game you know what i mean. the story is excellent between the father and son with mixed feelings and I truly enjoy the game with Norse mythologies.

    try play immersive mode it looks great I enjoy that mode and play give me god of war it gives you like playing dark soul style(i know    Best PS4 Game ever! by the way this is really the God of War 4 continues of god of war 3 if you played this game you know what i mean. the story is excellent between the father and son with mixed feelings and I truly enjoy the game with Norse mythologies.

    try play immersive mode it looks great I enjoy that mode and play give me god of war it gives you like playing dark soul style(i know i died a lot on first place too lol)

    There's more things i want to say... add respawn enemies, add the "NEW GAME PLUS"(many people want this!) and add more side quest for new items and skins if possible.    … Expand
  29. SuperDuck23
    May 5, 2018
    10
    God of War is single-player gaming at its finest. This is a masterfully crafted blockbuster of a video game. The game will stay long in my memory thanks to its breathtaking graphics, spectacular set-pieces, satisfying combat, exciting story, well-defined characters and the actors' fantastic motion-capture performances. The list goes on and on. If another game comes out this year that isGod of War is single-player gaming at its finest. This is a masterfully crafted blockbuster of a video game. The game will stay long in my memory thanks to its breathtaking graphics, spectacular set-pieces, satisfying combat, exciting story, well-defined characters and the actors' fantastic motion-capture performances. The list goes on and on. If another game comes out this year that is this good, then I'll eat my hat.… Expand
  30. McGetums
    May 5, 2018
    10
    I don't like GOW games. The game play is always fun, but I don't play games to be a villain GOW 4 acknowledges this and redeems Kratos pass aggressions. I didn't feel like a **** playing this game. The story was incredible the characters were unique intriguing and the relationship between Kratos and Atreu is what put this over the edge for me.easily the best game I've played since The LastI don't like GOW games. The game play is always fun, but I don't play games to be a villain GOW 4 acknowledges this and redeems Kratos pass aggressions. I didn't feel like a **** playing this game. The story was incredible the characters were unique intriguing and the relationship between Kratos and Atreu is what put this over the edge for me.easily the best game I've played since The Last Of Us. I wasn't even looking forward to this. GOW 4 completely blew my mind. It was also very heartfelt and moving. Highly recommend this game.… Expand
  31. Asharox
    May 5, 2018
    10
    10/10 buena historia, muy entretenido. no espero el momento a jugar la proxima exp.
  32. oneloveall
    May 5, 2018
    6
    Competent but quite overrated. Less exciting then past games, guess the dull back and forth and poorly paced second half is less noticeable with shiny textures.
  33. aaronb0209
    May 5, 2018
    10
    I'm that type of gamer that didn't like the first 3 in the series. I'm not saying they weren't great, just wasn't my taste of game just like Dark Souls, Shadow of Mordor, Bloodborne etc. I still bought this game it being so hyped and i have to say i was completely blown away by it. True masterpiece. Amazing story, gorgeous graphics, amazing soundtrack and addictive combat make this gameI'm that type of gamer that didn't like the first 3 in the series. I'm not saying they weren't great, just wasn't my taste of game just like Dark Souls, Shadow of Mordor, Bloodborne etc. I still bought this game it being so hyped and i have to say i was completely blown away by it. True masterpiece. Amazing story, gorgeous graphics, amazing soundtrack and addictive combat make this game goty contender. 10/10… Expand
  34. alexishurtado
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Sin duda, un muy buen trabajo por Sony Santa Mónica, excelente título lleno de enemigos y una historia que te sumerge en los mitos nórdicos. 10/10
  35. OtherMainYasuo
    May 5, 2018
    9
    God of war, is one of the most famous video game franchises, known for its main character. Kratos, his brutal and bloodthirsty technique, is one of the reasons why the saga became what it is today.

    The first change you see in this new release, is the camera. Instead of being away from Kratos, it is on his shoulder, without forgetting also the new aspect he has. Old and wise, seeking to    God of war, is one of the most famous video game franchises, known for its main character. Kratos, his brutal and bloodthirsty technique, is one of the reasons why the saga became what it is today.

    The first change you see in this new release, is the camera. Instead of being away from Kratos, it is on his shoulder, without forgetting also the new aspect he has. Old and wise, seeking to fulfill the last will of his wife with his son, Atreus.

    Obviously, nothing is perfect, the game has gorgeous graphics, the cinematics are perfect, the Father/son relationship develops as the story progresses, the secondary paths are amazing and interesting, it doesn´t have load screens, the combat system is most satisfaying, and the way you can upgrade your character it´s better than the other games. But this changes in the combat system won´t be for all, also there are lots of bosses encounters, and some times, it becomes boring or repetitive. But that doesn't mean that it's not a good game.

    The game not only seeks to entertain but also attract the player, narrating important factors of Nordic mythology and how these directly affect the game, also shows (as in the previous entries) riddles and puzzles that the characters will have to solve for advance in history, both main and secondary roads, showing one more time how Sonic Santa Monica can make great things with a videogame that the comunity was wating for decades.    … Expand
  36. 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
  37. TriggeredLucy42
    May 5, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is awesome, the change is great, and there's a spoiler i need to give out for those who are angry or sad that kratos is using an axe ~SPOILER!~ The blades are in the game, May not be the same exact controls but hey, come on they needed to change sooner or later. This game in my opinion is awesome there's just a few things like repeated animations or models, stuff like that but it doesn't matter when you have a great storyline… Expand
  38. AnubArack
    May 5, 2018
    10
    I haven't owned a game console for the past 20 years (PCMR!) but when I saw what Santa Monica Studios were bringing out I had to experience it first-hand. And boy (i know, i know), was I happy I did. This game is not perfect, it has kinks, it could've been better but the negative points are small and far between that they are overwhelmed by the positives. I enjoyed the combat way moreI haven't owned a game console for the past 20 years (PCMR!) but when I saw what Santa Monica Studios were bringing out I had to experience it first-hand. And boy (i know, i know), was I happy I did. This game is not perfect, it has kinks, it could've been better but the negative points are small and far between that they are overwhelmed by the positives. I enjoyed the combat way more later one but the story was consistent and top notch. Cory Barlog, I tip my hat to you, good sir. And a huge thanks to SIE and Santa Monica Studios for sticking to your guns and proving without a shadow of a doubt that good single player only experiences are still in high demand. I can't wait to see what you bring next (Egypt?).… Expand
  39. Wendel
    May 5, 2018
    10
    A ousada aposta dos desenvolvedores me surpreendeu positivamente desde os primeiros minutos de jogo. A reconstrução do personagem é fantástica. Kratos está mais velho, constituiu uma nova família, é novamente pai. Agora tenta levar sua vida longe do sul da península balcânica, onde deixou seu rastro indelével de destruição e vingança contra o Olimpo e seus Deuses. Tudo leva a crer que eleA ousada aposta dos desenvolvedores me surpreendeu positivamente desde os primeiros minutos de jogo. A reconstrução do personagem é fantástica. Kratos está mais velho, constituiu uma nova família, é novamente pai. Agora tenta levar sua vida longe do sul da península balcânica, onde deixou seu rastro indelével de destruição e vingança contra o Olimpo e seus Deuses. Tudo leva a crer que ele conseguiu finalmente a paz... Só que não. A guerra sempre o persegue. A nova trajetória dele, agora acompanhando do seu filho, dentro do cenário da mitologia nórdica foi um sacada simplesmente brilhante dos desenvolvedores. O estúdio Santa Mônica consegui revigorar a franquia dando uma nova dimensão e profundidade a saga, colocando-a em um novo patamar. Trata-se sem dúvida de um dos jogos mais importantes desta geração. God of War é simplesmente magnífico, épico e indispensável em sua biblioteca!… Expand
  40. eiecctro
    May 5, 2018
    10
    MASTERPIECE! Story is awesome, gameplay is awesome, combat is satisfying and fun, a lot of different skills and cool moves to unlock, graphics are also insanely good, my only complaint would be that there's a couple of boring puzzles in this game but compared to the rest of the game you'll probably not even notice them.
  41. aniquiladorr
    May 5, 2018
    10
    In my opinion, this game is the best in years, recapturing the beauty of the ancient era of video games, for example, music and gameplay, and on the other hand, using what is used today in video games, history and graphics, and more, achieving a perfect balance between what a game is and what a movie is. and an incredible environment in which we can spend hours looking at landscapes andIn my opinion, this game is the best in years, recapturing the beauty of the ancient era of video games, for example, music and gameplay, and on the other hand, using what is used today in video games, history and graphics, and more, achieving a perfect balance between what a game is and what a movie is. and an incredible environment in which we can spend hours looking at landscapes and losing the notion of time, immersing ourselves in a unique and incomparable adventure.

    And besides that, without losing the flame that characterizes this saga, which shows that only changes were made to improve in all aspects, Undoubtedly I have to add that the difficulty of the game is extremely nice, from those looking for a story (as the game says), to those who want a real challenge (God Of War). In conclusion, I have to say that it is one of the best games I have played,    … Expand
  42. RenaudLemieux
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Hi fellas, my real score is 9.5 I will you why later.

    To start I have to apologize to each and everyone of you my english is not A1 its not my primary language sorry for this but I think you wiol be able to understand me perfectly just not with the best grammar lol Well this game is just a plain masterpiece second best sony exclusive of all time behing the last of us. This game    Hi fellas, my real score is 9.5 I will you why later.

    To start I have to apologize to each and everyone of you my english is not A1 its not my primary language sorry for this but I think you wiol be able to understand me perfectly just not with the best grammar lol

    Well this game is just a plain masterpiece second best sony exclusive of all time behing the last of us.

    This game has so far the best combat system mecanics of all time and I will explain you why. Its so far the best thing in the game but you have to play it at the highest difficulty to be able to get the best experience the game can offer you. It forces you to use EVERYTHING you got cuz the ennemy are brutal intelligent and powerful they wont leave you a chance and each hit can be really bad for you they always on you so you have to dodge and block in the right moment to disturb them roll behind on the right on the left back off and come back with runes attack to interrupt sometimes their attacks or just running to them jump in the air with r2 to put a powerful axe attack that can damage them. Watch your back someones coming use your shield to block it and get out of there fast and come back with a good combo. Its just a minus example of what combat in this game look like a minus... The fluidity of the combat are more advanced than any melee game in the moment when you hit you can feel each attack the controller vibrate and sometimes even the screen the developpers wanted you to feel every single attack so that SO satisfying. Majority of the skills combo moves are so great by example one of them you hold r2 and Kratos give his more powerful axe attack but you cant do that when you want you have to be sure the ennemy is stunned or not in the way to attack you cuz sometimes they take 2 second breath but not often in the most highest difficulty you need STRATEGY some attack are good in that moment some other in other moment they made you choose lot if attack depending the moment you face you got so many way to attack that the game could be 100h and it would stay diversified. Another thing you you hit the axe makes a little stop when it land on the target like in real life like that you know you just hit something instead of all the melee game you have the feeling to have not hitting anything sorry I have difficulty to explain this particularly part but I understand myself. Trowing the axes and call it back is so good the controller vibrate again and so the screen to again developpers want you to feel everything thats why that game is so intense and got perfect mecanics who top every other game in the moment. No god of war in the past had things like that combat so sophisticated brutal where you can feel each hit to give you the impression youre in a real fight when a game is such intense like that you know you got a masterpiece. SERIOUSLY i got so many other things to say about those perfecf fighting mecanics but I will never finish so thats it for that aspect....

    Graphic are so beautiful. The world is so huge and got different environnment forest snow lake cavern crystal vulcan and lot of other beautiful things to see. Also its the very first game were the pspro is worth it. You got option for more resolution or more frame rate. I got that same option with horizon and shadow of war but I swear it doesnt make any change but in gow the frame rate option give you so beautiful fluidity im not sure if its 60 but clearly you can see a huge difference finally with the pspro

    Creature are great I still prefer minotaur centaur medusa cyclop but nordic mythology got some bad ass creature and im.especially talking about the huge snake WOW and when he speak is voice is so deep intense or **** I dont know the exact word but anyone who played the game know what im.talking about that was so incredible. You got lot of ennemy A LOT and for each of them you got lot of class so that make the the bestiary very complete. Im.not a fan of yellow blue orange blood but thats ok.

    Rpg skills xp heres the only problem with the game. You gain xp to much easily I will have all my skills before the half game... I would have loved to do two games to unlock all the skills. Your xp can not only unlocking skills but upgrading runes in your weapons. You can also upgrade lot of stat with your armor weapon and all your gear. That statistic upgrading system made me thing old classic like oblivion and diablo 2. So the rpg aspect of the game is another big huge change and improvment from the old games. Its very detailled with A LOT of choice gear runes moves and everything can be upgraded even Atreus and his bow but certainly not as Kratos.

    Open world well no more linear game of course its not open as a witcher or elder scroll game but a lot more open than a god of war or uncharted. You got plenty of side quest or just place to explore someplace youll have to come back cuz enemy are to powerful you go take more xp and come back. I cant write more I got 5000 character    … Expand
  43. BrOnka
    May 4, 2018
    8
    excelente titulo pero no creo que sea Rejugable No tiene ningun trofeo que verdaderamente sea un reto el juego es basicamente facil de terminar y con trofeo platinium Aparecen muy pocon enemigos por esenario eso es algo que lo hace aun mas facil No le veo nada de retos es sencillamente Facil este juego, Espero en la proxima entrega hagan un verdadero reto
  44. Valutzer
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just created a account only to review this game.
    Im a huge Fan to the series ( 100% at all 7 titles and the gow 3 remastered version )

    As I first heard that there will Be a new god of war I was highly concerned that Santa
    Monica studios just want to pump out some more money from the series After in my mind
    A perfect open ending in GoW3 with space for imagination..

    That worry’s were blown away after the first 10 minutes of gameplay.. this whole gaming experience left me stunned.. I love all previous GoW games but this is my new favourite.
    It’s the closest to perfection I can imagine

    Story:10/10
    Gameplay:10/10
    weapons ;) 10/10
    Armor/perks/runes/magic:10/10
    Main antagonist:10/10
    Bosses:10/10
    Graphics:10/10
    Music: **** 10000000:10 no **** this game got the best music!
    Atmosphere:10/10
    Ending:10/10 I’m pretty sure I know what happens next ;)

    I don’t know what else to say.. besides since I saw the main guy behind this project Mr. Cory Barlog.. you are a absolute Legend! Shoutout to
    You and the whole team. You did an amazing job with this game and I’m so thankful to be able to witness it..
    I saw a interview the other Day which left me with goosebumps and took all
    My fear of bad upcoming parts. You said something probably most even don’t consider.
    You are not only one of the 2 fathers of Kratos character you are also one of its biggest fans and your goal is not to ruin the games legacy on purpose and all that you said was so joyful to listen to..
    You made me happy. Thanks for all and this awsome game and best wishes to you since
    Such a great person!

    And to all you who rate this game with 0 cause you seem
    To be jealous hardcore Xbox fangirls.. I feel sorry for your envy.    … Expand
  45. hamms710
    May 4, 2018
    3
    I really wanted to like this game...but I don't. I don't like the lack of an open world. I have tried playing this game about 20 times and can't play for more than an hour without getting bored. I know that an open world doesn't equal a good game, but for me in 2018, the lack of an open world equals a not good game. I think it looks really nice but I really HATE being stuck on a path.I really wanted to like this game...but I don't. I don't like the lack of an open world. I have tried playing this game about 20 times and can't play for more than an hour without getting bored. I know that an open world doesn't equal a good game, but for me in 2018, the lack of an open world equals a not good game. I think it looks really nice but I really HATE being stuck on a path. I understand that a lot of people like this game, and more power to them, but for me you need an open map nowadays or I don't want to give you $60.… Expand
  46. FrostMaiden
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This is the game I didn't know I've been waiting for most of my 37 year life. In a time where echoes of 'SP is dead' (insert eyeroll here) ripple through the gameosphere, God of War shows that single player games can be immersive, interesting, beautiful, thought provoking, and FUN. The fluid combat had me itching to find more things to unleash my Leviathan axe upon, the mechanics had meThis is the game I didn't know I've been waiting for most of my 37 year life. In a time where echoes of 'SP is dead' (insert eyeroll here) ripple through the gameosphere, God of War shows that single player games can be immersive, interesting, beautiful, thought provoking, and FUN. The fluid combat had me itching to find more things to unleash my Leviathan axe upon, the mechanics had me clapping my lil hands like a baby seal, and the puzzles had me squealing with joy everytime I came upon another rune chest to open. The story is fantastic, and though you'll find no spoilers here, I will say by the end of it, my mind was blown and I am itching to play the next one. The beauty of the world around Kratos and Atreus is utterly captivating. i want to tell you my favorite places, but I won't because I enjoyed not knowing which areas I got to explore and which I didn't. It is this beauty that makes me quite happy to trundle along on my merry way back through a route I've already taken, which, I must point out for those of you who aren't too keen on back and forth-ing, happens often, but always with good cause and sometimes with a few more enemies along the way. The puzzles are not difficult to work out, and once you've found the core way of getting thngs done (or solved) you'll find this pretty easy. One thing to note is that you set the pace yourself in the game. If you want to stick to the core story, you can do that and streamline your way through to the end. If you're more of a puzzle seeker, wants-to-collect everything kind of player, God of War caters to you too. There are some challenges you'll need to work toward by making sure your strength, defense, armor, weapons etc are all up to par for the task at hand, but for me, this added to the beauty of the game. The way the story and the game are integrated is exceptional - there are no cut scenes with long sprawling dialogue. All in all, this game is a masterpiece and if you're even considering trying it, go forth and do so because it is by far the best game I have ever played. I do have one complaint, and it's picky at best, but now that I've completed the game, the long stretches of silence make me a bit sad as Mimir seems to have said all he had in his arsenal.… Expand
  47. Dark_Raven18
    May 4, 2018
    10
    God Of War is a beautiful masterpiece, I have not had a good story in gaming since Uncharted 4 and Rise Of The Tomb Raider, and I have been losing much of my passion for gaming because of the lack of wonderful single player games, I don't play Multiplayer and finally seeing and getting to play something as outstanding and brilliant as God Of War has helped me find my lost passion forGod Of War is a beautiful masterpiece, I have not had a good story in gaming since Uncharted 4 and Rise Of The Tomb Raider, and I have been losing much of my passion for gaming because of the lack of wonderful single player games, I don't play Multiplayer and finally seeing and getting to play something as outstanding and brilliant as God Of War has helped me find my lost passion for gaming again. Please Santa Monica Studios, keep up the amazing, talented work you all do, and thanks for keeping it about Player 1 and creating this masterpiece!!… Expand
  48. rodri1407
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This is the first time that it feels that im playing more than just a simple game, the graphics, the deeper gameplay, the music, OMG the story, I get goosebumps every time I hear the soundtrack. An absolute masterpiece, the dynamic of the game brings you next to the characters to the point of actually feel the emotion of the moment, you get to really relate to the characters and how theyThis is the first time that it feels that im playing more than just a simple game, the graphics, the deeper gameplay, the music, OMG the story, I get goosebumps every time I hear the soundtrack. An absolute masterpiece, the dynamic of the game brings you next to the characters to the point of actually feel the emotion of the moment, you get to really relate to the characters and how they feel. A big bow to the creators, I was not a big fan of GOW, but this game make me COMPLETELY change my mind. Truly the best game I've ever played!!! 10/10 its an overstatement… Expand
  49. ZUKHA
    May 4, 2018
    6
    Jefes parecen repetitivos
    Faltan mas Jefes
    Las animaciones de ejecución pueden resultar repetitivas
    Camara erratica y molesta
    Una exploración que puede tornarse repetitiva.
    Caída de frame y glitchs ocasionales
  50. Alexx87
    May 4, 2018
    10
    The best game,linda textura grafica,muy buena trama de la hhistoria.Apartado tecnico extraordinario.
  51. koarrok
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Best new game I've played in a while. This one is actually worth the $60 price tag.
  52. Chetan9893
    May 4, 2018
    10
    After a really long time, we finally have masterpiece of a game. With a solid gameplay and an awesome story line, this game proves that single player games still rocks. Side-quests are some of the best I have seen in the games without any repetitive or boring quests. The combat system is great and encourage players to try different strategies against different kinds of enemies. On theAfter a really long time, we finally have masterpiece of a game. With a solid gameplay and an awesome story line, this game proves that single player games still rocks. Side-quests are some of the best I have seen in the games without any repetitive or boring quests. The combat system is great and encourage players to try different strategies against different kinds of enemies. On the hardest difficulty the game can be pretty much brutal but the feeling of finally clearing a wave of draugrs makes it much more satisfying. The game is very much rewarding and you won't have to scrounge for resources for upgrades and items. There are a few minor bugs and glitches but that doesn't hamper the game experience and most of them will be fixed by the time you get your hands on this game. It is a must own for any PS4 user. Overall an awesome game with a well deserving 10 from me.… Expand
  53. samit1o
    May 4, 2018
    10
    best hack and slash game. The feel this game gives is beyond anything. Story graphics plot everything is top notch
  54. Ramazan_119
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This game is simply a game of Generation for me. The best game on PS4 so far in my opinion
  55. ColtDiesel
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Ive never a big fan of the God of War series. Hack and slash games aren't my way of spending my gametime. Having said that this isn't your average hack an slash. This game is fun and challenging and with the right level of difficulty (give me a challenge) its far from a lucky button masher. Played on a pro with a 4k tv its downright gorgeous and very immersive. The story was incrediblyIve never a big fan of the God of War series. Hack and slash games aren't my way of spending my gametime. Having said that this isn't your average hack an slash. This game is fun and challenging and with the right level of difficulty (give me a challenge) its far from a lucky button masher. Played on a pro with a 4k tv its downright gorgeous and very immersive. The story was incredibly satisfying and the lore was definitely interesting. It wasn't too short but it could've stood to be a lot longer, With a few realms left unvisited and no dlc on the horizon I couldn't help but wonder why. Fantastic game. Great job to the creators i say atta boy.… Expand
  56. JHAKYCHAIN
    May 4, 2018
    10
    For context, I've never played another God of War game, and I honestly had no interest in playing this one whatsoever. The only reason I picked this up is word-of-mouth, and, boy, did the game live up. From the story to the graphics, from the level design to the upgrades, this game is amazing. But what really makes it shine is the combat. There would have been so many ways to make thisFor context, I've never played another God of War game, and I honestly had no interest in playing this one whatsoever. The only reason I picked this up is word-of-mouth, and, boy, did the game live up. From the story to the graphics, from the level design to the upgrades, this game is amazing. But what really makes it shine is the combat. There would have been so many ways to make this game go bad: cover shooting, hack-n-slash, too few types of enemies. The game doesn't do any of that. Combat is actually a challenge in this game, even on default difficulty. You can't stay back and shoot your way through, because enemies are too numerous and your "reload" isn't that fast. At the same time, you can't mindlessly jump into the fray, because you'll take to much damage and enemy shots tend to stun you. You truly and honestly have to plan and think on your feet: throw an axe, keep enemies in front of you, parry when you can, dodge when you have to, ask your partner for help, use "spells." If you're at all worried about this game's critical average being propped up by the presentation, don't. The combat in this game is rock solid. You WILL have fun with it.… Expand
  57. suker
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Excellent game all around, I’m just glad Sony showed everyone again that people love great story-driven single player games, not microtransaction and lootbox-filled online trash. As many others, I vote with my wallet, and bought this game full price (as UC4&TLOU), and stay far away from the likes of EA
  58. jgdgfghfhfhj
    May 4, 2018
    10
    if anybody says this game is not good so he is stupid this is best game i ever played
  59. GetDaRekM8
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Very few games can do what this game did. The entire game is built around a father-son relationship that is written perfectly. Some of my favorite moments in the game aren't in boss battles or story missions, it's when I'm on the boat and Kratos and Artreus just start talking to each. The combat system is pitch perfect once you get the hang of it. Throwing and recalling the Axe isVery few games can do what this game did. The entire game is built around a father-son relationship that is written perfectly. Some of my favorite moments in the game aren't in boss battles or story missions, it's when I'm on the boat and Kratos and Artreus just start talking to each. The combat system is pitch perfect once you get the hang of it. Throwing and recalling the Axe is extremely satisfying to the point where you can do it a hundred time and never get bored. Unlike what he seemed at first, Artreus is not an annoying sidekick you constantly have to revive and help. He's invulnerable, can't be killed via game play and is extremely helpful in combat. The main story is written in the most perfect way and the one continuous camera shot makes it all the better. It makes you see everything Kratos and Artreus are feeling and what they're experiencing. Speaking of Kratos and Artreus, both are written perfectly.
    Overall, there is not a single thing i did not like about this game (aside from the fast travel system which can be overlooked). Hats of to Santa Monica for making this game.    … Expand
  60. eniasvw
    May 4, 2018
    10
    I'm amazed by this game. So beautiful and the cinematics make the game even better with beautiful cut scenes. Definitely 10/10
  61. IvanSF
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Santa Monica Studio conseguiu trazer de volta uma das melhores séries do PlayStation de uma forma nova e ainda melhor. GoW para PS4 é o melhor jogo do ano, até agora, e um dos melhores da geração. Som, gráfico, cenário, jogabilidade e estória maravilhosos. 10/10
  62. RavP
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best games ever. This game has outstanding graphics,longevity and an amazing story that will keep your attention until the very end. Besides the story there is an entire new world filled with side quests and interesting collectibles that don't feel tedious to collect. Instead they make you hooked and wanting to finish gathering and completing them before continuing withEasily one of the best games ever. This game has outstanding graphics,longevity and an amazing story that will keep your attention until the very end. Besides the story there is an entire new world filled with side quests and interesting collectibles that don't feel tedious to collect. Instead they make you hooked and wanting to finish gathering and completing them before continuing with the story. I highly recommend everyone to pick this game and to ignore all the negative reviews since they are mostly fanboys from other consoles that are mad due to the fact that they cannnot play this masterpiece.… Expand
  63. timmytime
    May 4, 2018
    10
    I teared up at the end of a video game and I never do that. This was a wonderful game.
  64. Necrophat
    May 4, 2018
    10
    I love the God of War series and I never thought it could be taken to new heights after God of War 3, this game takes it to new heights and beyond, the team have done an amazing job with this game and it is flawless across the board, a 10/10 masterpiece.
  65. AzureGray
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Best Game God Of War Franchise .. Really like it!! The reason why i bought PS4 Because of this Game!
  66. ComradeSteaky
    May 4, 2018
    10
    There is a lot one could say about the God of War series. From the prior games, it is easy to say that the driving force behind the series has been the engaging and unique story. In games 1-3 (+acension) it is generally similar fighting styles with a hack and slash type feeling with some fun combos and quite obviously the boss fights that make the player feel like a god slaying badass. ButThere is a lot one could say about the God of War series. From the prior games, it is easy to say that the driving force behind the series has been the engaging and unique story. In games 1-3 (+acension) it is generally similar fighting styles with a hack and slash type feeling with some fun combos and quite obviously the boss fights that make the player feel like a god slaying badass. But what makes this game so special is the fact that they took all the good parts of the game and made those better whilst at the same time completely revamping everything else in the process. The combat feels much more meaningful. Each enemy poses their own unique threat and they don't feel like cannon fodder into the super god slaying Beyblade that was Kratos in the previous titles. You aren't going to run into one hit enemies. You are going to need to use everything at your disposal in a majority of your battles. There is an engaging environment and it really does a good job of showing what the ps4 is capable of as well as how much the reworked engine has improved the game in general (HOLY CRAP THE ATTENTION TO DETAIL). The boss fights in the game are just as fun as the ones in previous titles if not more. No spoilers but some bosses will make you want to kill them in real life as much as you do in the game. I could go on and on but at the end of the day you need to try it yourself. I have always been an xbox player. But lately ps4 exclusives have been stealing the show and the release of this game was the selling point for me. I have now switched to a ps4 pro and have been playing many of the ps4 exclusives and atleast in this console generation. Ps4 takes the cake especially when it comes to story driven single player games that make you immersed. Very rarely do I want to replay a single player game after I beat it. I usually rent solo games from Redbox as I don't see the replay value. However, 15 minutes into the game after I rented it I bought the thing back and I bought it for full price. Because the environment alone had me sold. Character development, combat, environment, graphics, all other aspects of the game are all just top notch. This game is worth it to anyone even if you haven't played the previous games. Just watch a 20 minutes story catch up video on youtube and you'll get the jist. This game is beyond worth the money and I am now playing through the game again on God of War difficulty in pursuit of a 100% completion. The best thing about it. Doesn't feel like a grind in the slightest. I am loving every second of this jaw-dropping title.… Expand
  67. CampoX69
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Definitely the game of this generation - it feels like everything has come together at just the right time to be able to play this. Played and completed GOW 3 on PS3 (not owning a PS2/never quite getting round to playing the remasters I got on the cheap) - it was good, great even and clearly from an A+ studio but constrained by the technology and therefore vision allowable. Now thoughDefinitely the game of this generation - it feels like everything has come together at just the right time to be able to play this. Played and completed GOW 3 on PS3 (not owning a PS2/never quite getting round to playing the remasters I got on the cheap) - it was good, great even and clearly from an A+ studio but constrained by the technology and therefore vision allowable. Now though games and films are basically using the same technologies now - but games and the teams behind them are knocking it out of the park for engagement, value and just being more fun and memorable. I'm taking my time playing and enjoying every moment in 4K HDR. Has to be played by any gamer.… Expand
  68. nakoll
    May 3, 2018
    10
    What a game developed by Santa Monica Studios. Feels really good. Great story, amazing boss battles, weapons and great gaming experience. Has little problem but i will ignore it cos compare to other recent AAA titles, this was way ahead.. G.O.A.T
  69. crackgamershn
    May 3, 2018
    10
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  70. Kire_92
    May 3, 2018
    8
    I’m not a fan of linear single player action games, but this one is an exception. At first I did not enjoy this game that much, but after playing it for a few hours it got hard for me to put down the controller.

    The game has an amazing atmosphere and somehow manages to create diverse locations in a world full of snow and mountains. It has a story that is simple yet complex that drives    I’m not a fan of linear single player action games, but this one is an exception. At first I did not enjoy this game that much, but after playing it for a few hours it got hard for me to put down the controller.

    The game has an amazing atmosphere and somehow manages to create diverse locations in a world full of snow and mountains. It has a story that is simple yet complex that drives the character progression forward between the main character and his son, which develops without rushing anything.

    But that’s not the only thing the game has to offer. The combat is slick and enjoyable but above all it’s extremely satisfying! Everything from the way you kill enemies to the sound of your axe is just pure satisfaction. It also handles the loading times really well, which is often overlooked, which makes the game still enjoyable on the hardest difficulty where you die a lot.

    Though the game is not perfect. I wish I had one or two more options when it comes to the weapons because it can get a little repetative after a while. Other than that the exploration system is also flawed due to the fact that the loot gained thru exploring feels useless and to plentiful. The game also has a character stats system that is poorly implemented and some content in the game feels to "gamey" for my taste which ruins the immersion in certain instances.

    But even though the game has some flaws it provided me with an overall enjoyable experience and I managed to get lost in the world this game had to offer.    … Expand
  71. AdamJensen77
    May 3, 2018
    10
    There is not a single thing wrong with this game, really, I can't find anything that really upset me, or dissapointed me, it's perfection in every single way. And the new Kratos? he's so wise and badass, amazing!!!

    Best game of this generation, im not kidding, just buy it and play it. Don have a ps4? well buy one already, now.
  72. Estebancho123
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This game is a total work of art, I think both visual and as a gameplay, is a piece of art and a great relic, every second in this game I consider it magical, this game has no comparisons, and is not just for being fan of the saga, what I like the most is the development between characters, especially between the two protagonists, between father and son and the maturation of their relationship.
  73. zaface
    May 3, 2018
    10
    The first thing i have to say is, what a great game, it takes everything of the old games and then improve the formula, the story, the combat, the progression system, the characters, the setting, the graphics the sound, all the elements in this game shows love for the craft and in this particular case a work of art.
  74. ancientscream
    May 3, 2018
    10
    NO freemium rubbish, micro transaction crap, gambling style blind loot boxes. Just a good story, beautiful art - environment, decent mechanics & playability, linear progression difficulty, no excuses are made, its just a good game - well made, thats why its successful and has the user rating it does which we know is more meaningful than the critic reviews, who want to keep a job in gameNO freemium rubbish, micro transaction crap, gambling style blind loot boxes. Just a good story, beautiful art - environment, decent mechanics & playability, linear progression difficulty, no excuses are made, its just a good game - well made, thats why its successful and has the user rating it does which we know is more meaningful than the critic reviews, who want to keep a job in game media journo industry and talk up the industry.… Expand
  75. thankyoukindly
    May 3, 2018
    10
    The best game I have never played! I don't have a PS4 but from playing the God of War series, I watched the entire 8 hours of gameplay on YT. It is extremely nostalgic and this game will be one spoken for decades.
  76. AlexitoLindner
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hola, buenas noches.
    Sinceramente es un juego que rompió me expectativas de una forma muy buena, es un juego concretamente MUY BELLO por así decirlo, me refiero a la forma gráfica, las vistas de este juego son hermosas, no son como las de los anteriores God Of War (me refiero a esas vistas obscuras y escalofriantes, pero únicas), respecto a la jugabilidad....es bastante raro usar un acha que va y vuelve, es raro para los jugadores de los anteriores GoW por la razón de que es muy distinto, miren tengo 16 años, pero tengo la experiencia suficiente en juegos como para decir que la cámara y movilidad de Kratos no son el fuerte de esta entrega,
    Cámara: Esta muy cerca del hombro de kratos, y no te da el tiempo a reaccionar a ataques por la espalda, eso es un punto en contra, respecto a los movimientos es bastante lenta para reaccionar.
    Movilidad: A jugar a los anteriores God Of War la movilidad de este Kratos es muy lenta a lo que ya estábamos acostumbrados, sacando muchas cosas la movilidad de Kratos apesta    … Expand
  77. jakx11
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Best God of War game, and best game in general...Plot, fantastic, Action is great, the graphics are astounding...I didn't know that this kind of gaming was possible, to be honest
  78. LunaF
    May 3, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played and single player gaming at its finest. Everything from the graphics, the story, the controls, the sound is done beautifully. A very nice change to have a game of such high quality proving not every modern game needs to be the same copy and paste multiplayer/lootbox filled borefest
  79. Bootlegger
    May 3, 2018
    10
    A must have game.Its one of the few games out there thats actually worth the high price they charge these days.Thunderous soundtrack and breathtaking graphics.The developers have excelled themselves in delivering a staunch contender for game of the decade never mind the year.The combat keeps you wanting more and more bloodshed and bloodshed you shall have...
  80. Marzeth
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Game of the Year. Possibly even Game of the Generation.

    I can see non-fans of the series, particularly people that may have hated the previous games, enjoy the game as much as those who have not followed the storyline. It blends light RPG elements with customization, a semi-open world without filler side-missions, a tight and challenging combat system, spectacular graphics and sound,    Game of the Year. Possibly even Game of the Generation.

    I can see non-fans of the series, particularly people that may have hated the previous games, enjoy the game as much as those who have not followed the storyline. It blends light RPG elements with customization, a semi-open world without filler side-missions, a tight and challenging combat system, spectacular graphics and sound, and most importantly, a storyline that is presented and executed flawlessly.

    As a fan of the the previous games on PS2, PSP and PS3, excluding the mobile game; I absolutely loved this game and can easily call it Game of the Year. Furthermore, once this generation is over, it is definitely a contender for Game of the Generation.

    Can't wait for God of War II to come out already.

    "Are we there yet?!"
    "I don't know, boy."

    *Bought my own Digital copy and played it on a PlayStation 4 system. Played about 25 to 30 hours at a leisure pace, completing 100% of the game. Played the Facebook Messenger text adventure, downloaded the AR map on iOS, and listened to all God of War story podcasts.*    … Expand
  81. Maxson
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. Amazing story, great combat, beautiful graphics, and the soundtrack is outstanding. It's definitely one of my favorite games on the ps4, and probably one of the best games I have ever played. God of War is a game at its highest quality, we don't get this sort of quality from games that often.
  82. morpheus_7081
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Without a doubt, this is one of the finest games ever made. Very few games have left me as satisfied and engrossed as this one. It is one of the greatest games ever made. There is absolutely no doubt about that. Amazing gameplay, excellent writing, beautiful graphics, outstanding voice acting and an interesting, heart-warming story all combine to give you this masterpiece of a game. If youWithout a doubt, this is one of the finest games ever made. Very few games have left me as satisfied and engrossed as this one. It is one of the greatest games ever made. There is absolutely no doubt about that. Amazing gameplay, excellent writing, beautiful graphics, outstanding voice acting and an interesting, heart-warming story all combine to give you this masterpiece of a game. If you haven't played this yet, you are really missing out an adventure.… Expand
  83. Joonas
    May 3, 2018
    9
    Good game, often times excellent, but nothing novel. I'd happily crank the score up a few decimals, but a 10/10 game this is not. Graphics are astounding, story is strong and characters are relatable. The game itself is a perfect mixture of all the game mechanics, storytelling devices and visuals that the current generation has brought to the table. You can easily spot the influences andGood game, often times excellent, but nothing novel. I'd happily crank the score up a few decimals, but a 10/10 game this is not. Graphics are astounding, story is strong and characters are relatable. The game itself is a perfect mixture of all the game mechanics, storytelling devices and visuals that the current generation has brought to the table. You can easily spot the influences and the games the innovations were borrowed from. God of war feels like a montage of everything that is right in video games at the moment. Sadly this comes at a price of originality.… Expand
  84. prinex
    May 3, 2018
    8
    I think this game can be summed up with the statement "all geared up, but nowhere to go". It has exceptional graphics. A very good and solid combat system. Now all is missing is the gameplay - and there is where God of War does not really deliver.

    First of all - you score iike 4 minutes of actions for 10 of unskippable dialog and another 10 of hit-the-board hit-the-other board in order    I think this game can be summed up with the statement "all geared up, but nowhere to go". It has exceptional graphics. A very good and solid combat system. Now all is missing is the gameplay - and there is where God of War does not really deliver.

    First of all - you score iike 4 minutes of actions for 10 of unskippable dialog and another 10 of hit-the-board hit-the-other board in order to get to a chest. There is simply a lot of puzzles, most of them so basic that you wonder if Kratos has a single neuron in his brain, other just playin frustrating with millsecond timing.

    The progression is completely forced. You either spend your time running around and get every sinlge item or you will find yourself underpowered very soon.

    For this underpower problem however, God of War has the solution: the boss fight restart at the progress you made in the fight when you die - you can die 20 times at the end you will get there. I wonder why they did not made a button "kill boss" (there is one and is called "give me a story" mode).

    You also wonder why you always to backtrack back and forth on this damn lake. The game has very long loading times and this is an attempt to hide it, once you unlock the fast travel its 2 minutes of wandering around "in a cloud" Assassin Creed style before you can proceed.

    And last of all - you gets tons of runes, armor plans, etc BUT: Its only 2 weapons and the armors requires and insane amount of end-game grinding (and for what ? All enemies in the game are dead already).

    You see people compared this to Dark Souls, there was even the director stating "we dont want to be really like dark souls" - dont you worry you are as far away from Dark Souls as possible.

    This is a beatiful graphic novel with a bit of combat thrown in. And the same enemy and boss repeated like 100 times.    … Expand
  85. LEGASSICKE
    May 3, 2018
    10
    A MASTERPIECE! The perfect place to start as a new comer to God of War and an exciting new experience for seasoned fans of the series. A bold new direction that molds God of War for a more mature audience and offers a beautiful compelling story with a strong focus on character development WITHOUT sacrificing gameplay. Combat feels polished, visceral and challenging with a strong focus onA MASTERPIECE! The perfect place to start as a new comer to God of War and an exciting new experience for seasoned fans of the series. A bold new direction that molds God of War for a more mature audience and offers a beautiful compelling story with a strong focus on character development WITHOUT sacrificing gameplay. Combat feels polished, visceral and challenging with a strong focus on creative ways to fight your way through this dangerous and gorgeous world. The level design combines the best aspects of open world games while still feeling focused and very well paced. THIS GAME IS A MUST BUY AND FEELS LIKE NOTHING ELSE.… Expand
  86. carrasgamer
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Excelente juego, con una historia muy fresca, una jugabilidad excelente, musica muy épica, juego demasiado interesante que te va a enganchar por horas y horas y horas...

    Una compra asegurada..
  87. Dokun
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the best part in a series of games GoW.I think it will be a legendary game,like The Witcher 3 or Skyrim,maby better,who knows.… Expand
  88. amritanshu09
    May 3, 2018
    10
    one of the best game ever made. every gamer in the world should play this. game of the decade
  89. sameehan2301
    May 3, 2018
    10
    It is a really amazing game. After completing the game, it would be better to go back to YouTube videos explaining a few things about Norse mythology. I found it very helpful, as I first chose to complete the story missions before starting with side quests (favours). All in all, it is beautifully designed game and i enjoyed playing it a lot !!
  90. Dacondor98
    May 3, 2018
    10
    dont give a 10 often but just play this it is one of the best games of all time and definitely worth a plaa
  91. KratosBeast
    May 3, 2018
    10
    We want more Kratos action. Excellent game from a great Director, Big thumbs up to the team who made this. Looking forward on the future of Kratos
  92. Darkstrong
    May 3, 2018
    10
    I have strange and mixed feelings about the game. The main story is very good, and I have only minor complaint about some of its moments. The sidequests and stories are what good sidequests should be, all of them have a relevant story, lore and level designs, I have even less complaint about those, than the main storyline. But ultimately, I think the sidestories take away the urgency andI have strange and mixed feelings about the game. The main story is very good, and I have only minor complaint about some of its moments. The sidequests and stories are what good sidequests should be, all of them have a relevant story, lore and level designs, I have even less complaint about those, than the main storyline. But ultimately, I think the sidestories take away the urgency and the tension of the main story, diluting it a bit too much. So, here is where I am torn: the gameplay is a solid 10, the main story is a very good 9.5, the sidequests are nothing less than a 10. It should be a nobrainer to give this game a 10, right? I am still not sure...… Expand
  93. Catsic
    May 3, 2018
    8
    I do enjoy playing this game,even after i finish the story mode and do the side mission, but this game has giving me nothing but rage mostly every time, this game is full of **** moments and bugs here are some of them that hopefully they will fix in the patches

    1. The camera gets stuck and the only way to get it working again is if i press the down button. 2. You cant cancel any    I do enjoy playing this game,even after i finish the story mode and do the side mission, but this game has giving me nothing but rage mostly every time, this game is full of **** moments and bugs here are some of them that hopefully they will fix in the patches

    1. The camera gets stuck and the only way to get it working again is if i press the down button.
    2. You cant cancel any combat moves
    3. A.I can still attack and damage you when you are doing a special move
    4. Bad camera work
    5. Special moves are way to slow even if i am button bashing the game
    6. The slow motion takes way to long to finish after you block a special with your shield
    7. Bad camera work
    8. Bad camera work
    9. Yes again bad camera work    … Expand
  94. artificeprime
    May 3, 2018
    9
    One of the things that makes God of War so good is the way it builds on its past. It isn't really a reboot but a sequel that evolves on the previous games in the series. Throughout the game we are reminded of Kratos' past it adds depth to his character, intrigue to his future, and tension to his relationships. In terms of visuals this is the best looking game I have seen. The story tellingOne of the things that makes God of War so good is the way it builds on its past. It isn't really a reboot but a sequel that evolves on the previous games in the series. Throughout the game we are reminded of Kratos' past it adds depth to his character, intrigue to his future, and tension to his relationships. In terms of visuals this is the best looking game I have seen. The story telling is among the best in any game, although the plot itself is a bit on the simple side. It is also the longest God of War game and nearly all of that time is well spent. There are a few weak areas that hold the game back though. While combat is good the movement through the game world is very limited and linear. The amount of free motion and interactivity is very limited for a modern game and I often found it confining. The game is among the best I have played in many areas and does only a few things poorly but its has just enough flaws to hold me back from giving it the top score.

    Gameplay 8 - While I grew to love the combat by the end of the game I found it sluggish at first. At the start Kratos has very few abilities and his movements are quite slow. Thankfully as the game progresses more and more abilities are unlocked and the variety of combat becomes very good. All the abilities that are unlocked seamlessly work together to improve the combat experience, There are multiple difficulty options that can be changed at any time so you can set your pace if you want to focus on the story or the challenge. There are a lot of puzzles throughout the game and while I did find some of them to be a chore most were fun and there was enough variety to keep things interesting. Menu systems are a bit confusing at first, there are lots of options and upgrading gear is a bit counter intuitive. My biggest complaint with gameplay is that it is very confining. The areas you move through are mostly narrow paths. For a modern game it seemed extremely limited. Kratos cannot swim and almost all motion throughout the world is scripted.

    Story/Progression 9 - The story telling is amazing. The dialog between the characters flows seamlessly throughout the entire experience without interruption or repetition. It really does feel like playing a movie. Last gen The Last of Us raised the standard of story telling in games and this gen God of War has taken it to the next level. The story nearly perfectly blends into the gameplay without ever feeling forced or unnatural and is paced very well. My only problem with the story is that the conclusion was a bit broken up and anti-climatic. Over all though, it is some of the best story telling any game.

    World 8 - The world is beautiful and full of deep lore. Everything you encounter has meaning and thought put into it. It is a unique take on Norse Mythology and it brilliantly compliments the other games in the series. The world itself is a joy to experience but in term of interactivity it is quite limited. While the game appears large and open it is really just a lot of narrow pathways. Unlike games like the Witcher 3 or Horzion: Zero Dawn, there are many places you cannot go. It is not an open world or even open area. It is a beautifully decorated web of pathways. The world building is amazing but for a modern game I expect more freedom.

    Characters 10 - Kratos has always been iconic but it the past he was kind of basic. This game transforms him from a mascot into a truly believable, deep and fleshed out character. What is so brilliant is that it does so without sacrificing who he was. His past defines his present in a natural way. He carries guilt in a subtle way and he is full of emotional conflict. He is a strong character but he has vulnerability. There are few better game characters. Atreus is a also very well developed and the relationship between the two works very well. While the cast is quite small compared to a game like the WItcher, the side characters are still well written and felt believable.

    Visual Design 10 - The visuals speak for themselves, even without the PS4 Pro the game looks incredible. The level of detail is just amazing. Not only is it technically beautiful but artistically as well. Every area is designed with care. Each location has unique visual elements. The models, effects, and animations compliment each other to look even better than the cut scenes in past games. I have been waiting a long time for in gameplay to have cinematic appeal and God of War delivers that.

    Sound Design 10 - Everything in the game sounds good but the voice acting is the standout, there is constant dialog throughout the game and I never once got sick of it because it is all so well delivered. Each character is perfectly captured by their voice. The soundtrack itself is also great and has its own style without ever being distracting. Sound effects were very satisfying in pretty much every area.    … Expand
  95. Droxterone
    May 2, 2018
    10
    sinceramente, un juego muy bueno con toda la extensión de la palabra, muy buena banda sonora, datos históricos buenos, buena ambientación, aunque en ciertas parte resulta ser muy predictivo, el juego también brinda momentos de intensidad y misticismo, muy buena dirección, a pesar de que muchas partes son cinemáticas, nunca te quita la sensación de estar inmerso en el juego,espero que muchasinceramente, un juego muy bueno con toda la extensión de la palabra, muy buena banda sonora, datos históricos buenos, buena ambientación, aunque en ciertas parte resulta ser muy predictivo, el juego también brinda momentos de intensidad y misticismo, muy buena dirección, a pesar de que muchas partes son cinemáticas, nunca te quita la sensación de estar inmerso en el juego,espero que mucha gente de su opinión buena y no solo troll o hater, porque cuando un trabajo esta bien echo se nota, y estos 5 años no son la excepción.… Expand
  96. sityoazzdown
    May 2, 2018
    10
    Best hack and slash I've ever played in my life, not the best, but one of the best games I've ever played. First, i want to say disregard anyone on here that gives this game lower than an 8, there either like one out of 100 people that didn't enjoy this game, or one of those crazy people who complain when things stay the same and then **** when things change. God of war is a must buy fromBest hack and slash I've ever played in my life, not the best, but one of the best games I've ever played. First, i want to say disregard anyone on here that gives this game lower than an 8, there either like one out of 100 people that didn't enjoy this game, or one of those crazy people who complain when things stay the same and then **** when things change. God of war is a must buy from me. It brings in a new element of kratos that was surprisingly needed, and that was emotion and attachment. This game is all about the journey between kratos and his son. The combat is new and refreshing, but it doesn't abandon fans of the series, as the more you unlock, the more nostalgia there is. The main missions consist of combat, light puzzle solving, and traversal. It blends each and everyone one of those elements together perfectly. The lore of the norse mythology is interesting, and i know nothing of it coming in. The story kept me on my feet, and the more lore I got from exploring, the more interested I became of the story. I also LOVED the "metroidvania" elements of this game, perhaps the best one I've seen in an AAA game? All the chests that requires looking for symbols were diverse and fun as heck to solve. I must've loot every little thing there was, and none of them felt like a waste of time. Speaking of which there are rpg elements in this game, it's light, but i felt like it was a welcome addition to game (armor, perks, enchantments, stats, etc). in addition to rpg elements, there is an small open world to explore, it's no gta, but the islands in midgard are all very diverse and interesting, quality over quantity. Side quests are also of the quality over quantity scale in this game, treasures to look for, dragons to free, realms to close, everything about this game was just grand in quality. The characters in this game were all amazing, amazing graphics, fun combat, fun exploring, I can't stop gushing about this game. Again, disregard anyone who says this isn't god of war, the highs in this game are one of the highest there is in gaming as per usual in any gow game. i got at least 25-35 hours in one playthrough with decent side activity, and I'm going back in to do more. Thank you, Sony Santa Monica studios!… Expand
  97. arzeus2402
    May 2, 2018
    10
    Desde mi punto de vista, un juego demasiado bueno, muy completo, con un excelente desarrollo de personajes, con jefes opcionales muy complicados, que ofrecen una gran satisfacción completarlos, un sistema rpg fácil de entender, una historia sencilla pero muy buena que te deja enganchado para ver que sera lo que pasa, no hay mayor necesidad de jugar entregas previas para entender el juego,Desde mi punto de vista, un juego demasiado bueno, muy completo, con un excelente desarrollo de personajes, con jefes opcionales muy complicados, que ofrecen una gran satisfacción completarlos, un sistema rpg fácil de entender, una historia sencilla pero muy buena que te deja enganchado para ver que sera lo que pasa, no hay mayor necesidad de jugar entregas previas para entender el juego, un mundo se-mi abierto muy completo, con buenas misiones que complementan en su totalidad al juego, un 10/10 desde mi punto de vista como jugador… Expand
  98. ynrozturk
    May 2, 2018
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. I had my doubts when I first saw the E3 trailer, but that said, it's the first game I've ever pre-ordered. Legendary game, and definitely game of the year for me.
  99. JoseandJosb
    May 2, 2018
    10
    Hands down, one of the best games I have ever played. Upfront, I am a mega kratos fanboy and have played every GOW game. That being said I more than enjoy the new take on Kratos and no one should be afraid to jump into something new. The story keeps you thinking about what is happening constantly and having finished, the journey was more than worth the excellent ending.
    Anyone who tries    Hands down, one of the best games I have ever played. Upfront, I am a mega kratos fanboy and have played every GOW game. That being said I more than enjoy the new take on Kratos and no one should be afraid to jump into something new. The story keeps you thinking about what is happening constantly and having finished, the journey was more than worth the excellent ending.
    Anyone who tries to say the camera doesn't work just doesn't understand something or simply hasn't played to any extent. If you're worried about dying from behind, don't be. I have beaten the game and lots of side content on give me GOW and almost never die from behind because only a simple understanding of the enemy allows you to dodge attacks from all angles from feel alone even without UI if you like, The close up camera makes the combat very strategic and forces you to keep moving, in a good way.
    Enemies feel great in this game. I've had so much fun learning all the actions of the enemies and it has had real affects on my game play. The game gives you so much room to master and feel like you've conquered stuff. Boss fights are not repetitive and anyone who says this didn't play the game. Yes there is lots of trolls, but they all have some twist to them and you even fight 2 at once which was one of the best fights. All the other bosses are amazing and like the enemies leave tons of room to learn and conquer.
    The world is absolutely amazing. Backtracking never feels like a chore because there's always some new sight to see or thing to collect for a long time.
    The crafting, runic attacks, enchantments and all that are not super deep but just enough to allow you to make real builds and use different tools for different encounters. Endgame realms have to you doing challenges and traversing a maze so you will need to switch things up and swap certain items. Sure it's not the best crafting and armor system by any means but if embraced adds the perfect little layer of creativity to your kratos that goes a long way.
    A lot of the negative reviews are blatant attempts of slander with many people making it painfully obvious they didn't play much if at all. I totally understand trying to make a grounded review but the 0 reviews on this game are nothing but a sad attempt to deface an excellent game over a stupid console war.    … Expand
  100. Aidian1
    May 2, 2018
    9
    Love the game! Everyone should play it! Amazing camera work, graphics, gameplay, lore, story. Very excited to see the sequels. Only reason it doesn't get a 10 from me is it needed a few more unique bosses, a few more epic god of war type bosses. What's there is good but in place of some of the trolls should have been some more epic boss fights.
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 118
  3. 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. 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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