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  1. Apr 23, 2018
    9
    O jogo possui:
    Gráficos lindos com paisagens gélidas em que é notável a respiração do Kratus, efeitos de névoa, vento e partículas de neve no ar. A floresta com vegetação vívida e bela. O ponto fraco fica quanto a agua mas nada comprometedor.
    Jogabilidade de inicio meio lenta e travada mas que conforme for adicionando golpes novos e aperfeiçoando os combos ela se torna extremamente
    O jogo possui:
    Gráficos lindos com paisagens gélidas em que é notável a respiração do Kratus, efeitos de névoa, vento e partículas de neve no ar. A floresta com vegetação vívida e bela. O ponto fraco fica quanto a agua mas nada comprometedor.
    Jogabilidade de inicio meio lenta e travada mas que conforme for adicionando golpes novos e aperfeiçoando os combos ela se torna extremamente viciante.
    O enredo excelente. Te deixa varias perguntas ao final do jogo e querendo jogar o mais rápido possível a próxima aventura de Kratus e Atreus.
    O jogo peca em ter um Boss final não tão desafiador mas é compensado pela quest da Valkiria rainha. E se vc fizer quase ou todas as Side quests o jogo fica bem fácil.9
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  2. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    From the pantheon of games we have of this god of war, there is no doubt that it is in the creation of every existing religion. Reinvented gameplay and skills. Hours and hours exploring the vast Nordic world, thanks cory barlog for this great game you deserve the sky and a long life in the valhalla.
  3. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Damn.... i never vote here my entire life... but for GoW i have to join the Metacritic page to give 10 out of 10 because this is what it simple deserve. 0 points gave only the salty xgirl fraction that not even play the game. I love the game as an old fan.
  4. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo, por esta razón fue que compre mi PS4, Epico en todos los sentidos posibles
  5. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Simplememte me impresiono la verdad tenia mis dudas por que iban a cambiar la camara y el gameplay iba a variar tambien pero en mi opinion fueron para bien estos cambios ya ni de hablar de la historia ya espera el siguiente juego xd
  6. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Estupendo, tremendo juegazo que se echaron. La trama, los gráficos, los personajes, todo... Estupendo.
    Llevas horas jugando y no quieres que termine, y efectivamente, ¡No termina!.
  7. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games to come out of 2018; it's essentially a father and son story that comes mixed with the brutality and tragedy that is a staple in the God of War series. The story telling is excellent and generously borrows elements from the Norse Myth. I've been playing it for more than 20 hours, an I could say that the story is truly immersive, thanks to the one-shot camera style/One of the best games to come out of 2018; it's essentially a father and son story that comes mixed with the brutality and tragedy that is a staple in the God of War series. The story telling is excellent and generously borrows elements from the Norse Myth. I've been playing it for more than 20 hours, an I could say that the story is truly immersive, thanks to the one-shot camera style/ format.

    The graphics are absolutely outstanding (as a PC gamer I am still impressed), especially if you're playing on a PS4 Pro. Midgard is absolutely breathtaking and I can't wait once they implement the photo mode in this game.

    Fans of the previous God of War series might be put off by the new weapon, but after a few hours of playing with the axe - rest assured that you will love God of War's new combat mechanics. The brutality is still there, but Kratos is now more deliberate with his strikes. One will definitely love the feel of the Leviathan Axe returning to Kratos' hand. Atreus is a key aspect of the game and combat as well; he is not some "dumb AI" you just leave to die - he actually becomes very useful once you get used to him, and it would serve you well to invest on the boy's skills.

    If you haven't bought this game yet, then don't be sorry. Be better. Buy it, boy!
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  8. Apr 23, 2018
    8
    Had I reviewed this at launch, I probably would've given it a 4/10, but after the updates and quality of life improvements, the game is now a solid 7/10, but I'm giving it a 8 simply for the dedication and effort they've put into the game thus far. The funny thing is, I've been playing almost non stop since launch, and it reminds me one a games that you'd enjoy, even though it's mediocre,Had I reviewed this at launch, I probably would've given it a 4/10, but after the updates and quality of life improvements, the game is now a solid 7/10, but I'm giving it a 8 simply for the dedication and effort they've put into the game thus far. The funny thing is, I've been playing almost non stop since launch, and it reminds me one a games that you'd enjoy, even though it's mediocre, because this game has a lot of charm that Sci fi enthusiast may very well enjoy. It was a "good game" with major flaws in the form of (mostly) lackluster and/or unpolished content at launch, but it's good bones carried it through. The Foundation and Pathfinder updates were like calcium and skin to those bones, and Atlas rises was the vital organs, and I suspect the NEXT update to be the muscle, to truly bring this game to the "E3" version everyone is hoping for. Multiplayer will most likely get a more traditional revamp and it's going to be free, like all DLCs have been since day one and for the foreseeable future. Honestly, all they need to iron out is the variety (adding more assets for all things), animal animations and a.i. tweeks and more exploration variety in planets and space. The game is a giant canvas with just a corner of the picture painted...can't wait to see it fill out. Expand
  9. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Amazing!!! The game of the generation!! Thank Cory Barlog, thanks Santa Mônica.
  10. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Es un juego excelente, gráficos, jugabilidad, música e historia en un trabajo conjunto de alta calidad, este juego invita a explorar y recompensa el hacerlo una de las cosas que mas me sorprendió era como todo parecía tan diferente y único a pesar de que es un mundo extenso la mitología esta aplicada de manera excelente una compra de 60 dolares que balen cada un de ellos.
  11. Apr 23, 2018
    9
    I wasn't into this game at first but you need to give it time about half way through it really turns back into God of War. (with no jump button they should not have removed this!) I still feel its water downed in gore compered to previous versions. but it's given more depth to Kratos character which I liked
  12. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    When i thought that The legend of zelda ocarina of time and the withcer 3 and uncharted 4 and the last of us and the god of war trilogy were the best games i have ever played in my life ?!... Well This game proved me wrong and in-fact, it takes all these games down on my list and God Of War (ps4) takes my #1 game of all time for me hands down !!! everything about this game is amazing imWhen i thought that The legend of zelda ocarina of time and the withcer 3 and uncharted 4 and the last of us and the god of war trilogy were the best games i have ever played in my life ?!... Well This game proved me wrong and in-fact, it takes all these games down on my list and God Of War (ps4) takes my #1 game of all time for me hands down !!! everything about this game is amazing im not going to write down a ton of words but i am going to write that this is a must own ! And shame on you if you dont have that game in your room if you own a ps4... When i mean everything about this game is amazing i really do mean it, from start to finish and after the ending (the secret ending though made me cum !!!!!!)! And i do see myself playing this game ten years from now and even playing the squeals... overall this game is outstanding and i'm in love !!!! buy it now and play !!!! Expand
  13. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Como fan de la saga me creé una cuenta exclusivamente para darle un 10/10 a este hermoso juego, la evolucion del personaje en su máxima expresión, dialogos emocionantes, easter eggs a los titulos antiguos, hermosos graficos, musica precisa y epica, etc. Todo lo mejor de la saga en un juego, mis felicitaciones a santa monica y todo los que pusieron su esfuerzo en entregarnos esta obra,Como fan de la saga me creé una cuenta exclusivamente para darle un 10/10 a este hermoso juego, la evolucion del personaje en su máxima expresión, dialogos emocionantes, easter eggs a los titulos antiguos, hermosos graficos, musica precisa y epica, etc. Todo lo mejor de la saga en un juego, mis felicitaciones a santa monica y todo los que pusieron su esfuerzo en entregarnos esta obra, especialmente los fans de Kratos. Expand
  14. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    To every other game studio-you have been put on notice. God of War 2018 has just raised the bar for all games to come.

    This game proves the narrative story line is not dead-a single player game without micro transactions or a tacked on multiplayer system can be profitable & universally praised by industry studios, critics, and gamers alike. GoW 2018 has a beautiful, captivating and
    To every other game studio-you have been put on notice. God of War 2018 has just raised the bar for all games to come.

    This game proves the narrative story line is not dead-a single player game without micro transactions or a tacked on multiplayer system can be profitable & universally praised by industry studios, critics, and gamers alike.

    GoW 2018 has a beautiful, captivating and rich story line that immerses you in an amazing world; all set within a game that is really fun to play. As you sit and play this game, you can really tell the love and dedication that was put into this story by the makers of it. The AI is good and has never subtracted from the game play experience, the upgrade system doesn't get repetitive, and the story keeps you engaged and guessing till the very end.

    10/10 - I cannot recommend this game enough. This is GOTY material that will undoubtedly be emulated & remembered fondly for years to come. (FYI, if its any indication of how good this game is, I made an account on here just to post a review and make sure this game gets the praise it deserves).
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  15. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Many people will tell you this game is "the best game ever" or "game of the year" but let me tell you this game is beyond our petty praises, this game is the Blueprint on what a 3rd person action adventure game should be.
  16. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I have been waiting for this ever since the E3 announcement a few years back, and I can safely say that I'm 16 hours and I am not disappointed. The attention to detail that Corey and the rest of the team put into this masterpiece is truly astonishing. The the instant chemistry between Kratos and Atreus is top notch, it just works. Hats off to the entire team, It's definitely a great timeI have been waiting for this ever since the E3 announcement a few years back, and I can safely say that I'm 16 hours and I am not disappointed. The attention to detail that Corey and the rest of the team put into this masterpiece is truly astonishing. The the instant chemistry between Kratos and Atreus is top notch, it just works. Hats off to the entire team, It's definitely a great time to be a gamer. Expand
  17. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is truly an awesome game to play. It combines three of my favorite things I want in a video game. Rich lore, a vast open world and plenty of stuff to kill. I gotta say. Santa Monica Studio created a masterpiece.
  18. Apr 23, 2018
    9
    gratamente sorprendido por la calidad del juego, esperaba un juego correcto y no la genialidad que es este god of war. el cambio le sentó muy bien.
  19. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    excelente vídeo juego felicidades a santa monica y sony por crear este grandisimo juego , por otra parte dejemos el odio de otros gamers usuarios de x compañía, seamos mas unidos menos haterismo
  20. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This was my first dive into the GoW series and I'm proud to call myself a God of War fan. Literally every detail is thought out with brimming with ingenuity. This was one of those rare gems where as soon as I started it, I dreaded reaching the end.
  21. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Chora caixistas!!! Não adianta vir aqui negativar o jogo, já é goty!!! Toma vergonha na cara e compra um ps4 aí sim você pode dar nota
  22. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People like chaddaddy are complete morons who obviously haven't played the game. The usual template? What like zero load screens, seamless transitions from gameplay to cutscenes? QTE'S? um, there isn't ANY qte's like the previous series? For those who say this isn't kratos ummmm.. Pretty sure when the Earth Cracks open at his feet due to his power, you get the idea this guy is still the God of War. All the haters that say this is a last of us/ dark souls clone, you guys are straight up smoking rocks. Lol this is easily one of the best games I've ever played, and I've been gaming for 20 years. Nuff said. Expand
  23. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is NOT an objective review, as of now I've just beat the first boss (The stranger man) and that's it, I don't need more to review this with a 10, (besides I'm going with the critics talk). Just the first hour of the game makes it worth it. This first boss was SO epic, I can't wait to see what's in doors. OMG #Play this game. #Buy it.

    Edit 1: Now entering certain mountain, I've seen
    This is NOT an objective review, as of now I've just beat the first boss (The stranger man) and that's it, I don't need more to review this with a 10, (besides I'm going with the critics talk). Just the first hour of the game makes it worth it. This first boss was SO epic, I can't wait to see what's in doors. OMG #Play this game. #Buy it.

    Edit 1: Now entering certain mountain, I've seen that I'm not even halfway through but I've felt like i've been playing a hell lot (Like 15 hours or so, which is good) the game keeps it's top production values and the mastering of the gameplay is funny and entertaining as hell!
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  24. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This gaming is amazing and one of the most beautiful game in this generation. The gameplay is nearly perfect and most of the puzzles are very smart. The game has only one problem in my opinion: the blades, they are so strong that sometimes it takes the fun out of the axe. Expand
  25. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    So... We have a masterpiece. This is (for me) the best game that was ever created, I loved every second of it. Story is amazing, combat system is glorious, the characters are all interesting and fun to interact with. Exploration and leveling are both expansive, side quests are great and fun to do. JUST BUY THIS GAME!! Show these greedy cash grabbers from EA/Activision that single-playerSo... We have a masterpiece. This is (for me) the best game that was ever created, I loved every second of it. Story is amazing, combat system is glorious, the characters are all interesting and fun to interact with. Exploration and leveling are both expansive, side quests are great and fun to do. JUST BUY THIS GAME!! Show these greedy cash grabbers from EA/Activision that single-player games are still here and going nowhere! Expand
  26. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    The Game is not pitch perfect but the mistakes it has is way too small when compared to its achievements. It deserves a 10/10 score just to get the reboot kicked on right track. The story narration adds complexity to the Kratos character. the history of Kratos from previous installations is pretty rich lore but his character arc was lacking majorly. This game gets the character arc to theThe Game is not pitch perfect but the mistakes it has is way too small when compared to its achievements. It deserves a 10/10 score just to get the reboot kicked on right track. The story narration adds complexity to the Kratos character. the history of Kratos from previous installations is pretty rich lore but his character arc was lacking majorly. This game gets the character arc to the level and still manages to maintain the grandiose of the lore. The visual art in this game is simplly mesmerizing and me as a gamer could feel the 1000s of hours of work put into every little detail. This is definitely the system seller for PS and a strong GOTY contender for 2018. Expand
  27. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game is PURE amazing! i have no idea why there are so many illegitimate bad reviews, this game is a master piece, sure the first hour of the game is a huge change of pace for GOW but IT PICKS UP AND GETS RIGHT BACK INTO THE GOOD OL DAYS I'm almost positive some of these people haven't even played the game....
  28. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I love this game. It has much cool games mechanics and interesting storyline. No microtransactions and other garbage
  29. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Sensacional! História, jogabilidade, gráficos, performance, tudo muito bem feito. Com certeza um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, recomendadíssimo!
  30. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Created an account just for this brief review.

    I have been playing games since 1988, and never in my life have I played anything like this. I used to think there isn't a such thing as a "perfect" game, except maybe A Link to the Past, but this game is perfect. Every aspect (direction, acting, writing, music, etc...) is polished to such a high degree, it's absurd. Haven't beaten
    Created an account just for this brief review.

    I have been playing games since 1988, and never in my life have I played anything like this.

    I used to think there isn't a such thing as a "perfect" game, except maybe A Link to the Past, but this game is perfect. Every aspect (direction, acting, writing, music, etc...) is polished to such a high degree, it's absurd.

    Haven't beaten the main campaign just yet, but it has already eclipsed my favorite game of all time, Final Fantasy VII, which held the top spot for 20 years. It is, simply put, the greatest video game I have ever played in my entire life.

    10/10.

    Masterpiece.
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  31. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Un excelente juego libre de la epidemia de los dlc y microtransacciones, completo, con buena duración, dificultad, graficos, ambientacion, musica y sobre todo su jugabilidad, y por dios, ver a un Kratos mas sabio, sereno lo hace mas legendario. Esperemos que mas compañías vean que no todos los juegos tienen que ser multijugadores para hacerlos divertidos, gracias Cory Barlog, y gracias alUn excelente juego libre de la epidemia de los dlc y microtransacciones, completo, con buena duración, dificultad, graficos, ambientacion, musica y sobre todo su jugabilidad, y por dios, ver a un Kratos mas sabio, sereno lo hace mas legendario. Esperemos que mas compañías vean que no todos los juegos tienen que ser multijugadores para hacerlos divertidos, gracias Cory Barlog, y gracias al equipo de estudio Santa Monica detrás del desarrollo de esta obra magnifica, que aunque no es perfecto porque nada lo es y puede mejorar no le quita ese diez por el riesgo que corrieron y el esfuerzo dedicado para nosotros los gamers Expand
  32. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Thanks a lot for bringing back God of war. The visuals story and the fight scenes , I cant say enough good things about it. I was AMAZED. I've been waiting patiently for this for more than 5 years and it was worth every second of it, Thanks again for this Santa Monica Studios and Sony.
  33. Apr 23, 2018
    8
    The is beautiful with head blowing scenes from time to time. The story is just nice but with no major flaws.I think that the "now we have it, oh no we have another step..." is too repetitive with no true cliffhanger. The side quests are good (some very good).
  34. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Santa Monica Studio has made a game that I care about its characters from start to finish , amazing story , gorgeous graphics , spectacular world and meaningful characters.

    Easily 10/10
  35. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    it is perfect from start to the end..i loved this game end i will never let it go...10/10 gameplay sound
  36. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Incredible. This game just set the standards so high that it might be a challenge to even do a sequel. I grew up with the GOW series and I am a big fan of it, but this, my friends, this game is art. Finished it in a single run. Only game in at least 5 years to keep me awake to do that and and not regret it for one minute. Well played, sir!
  37. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    de lo mejor que he jugado buen gampley,jugablidad y rejugable se lo recomiendo a todo el mundo
  38. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is a masterpiece. Plain and simple. A masterpiece.

    It's God of War and it's NOT God of War in the best way possible. It's an evolution of the franchise, way more than just a reboot; modern narratives can go far beyond button mashing and platforming. That worked during the PS2 era. But now, we don't need the gimmicks, the sex mini-games, the brainless button mashing. What we get now
    This is a masterpiece. Plain and simple. A masterpiece.

    It's God of War and it's NOT God of War in the best way possible. It's an evolution of the franchise, way more than just a reboot; modern narratives can go far beyond button mashing and platforming. That worked during the PS2 era. But now, we don't need the gimmicks, the sex mini-games, the brainless button mashing. What we get now is a mature story that encompasses a lot of the great games the PS4 has seen so far. From Uncharted to Horizon (and even Last of Us).

    I actually want to find a flaw about this game, but there isn't any. I know it always seems biased when we praise a game for being perfect; when there is no perfect game and I am sure God of War could see improvements - I just don't know which improvements - so, to me, it's a perfect game.

    It's been a while since I was so crazy to get back to a game. God of War brought this back. I just could not/can't put it down. It is a product of love, of excellence. A perfect experience, delivered, from start to finish, like a ray of hope in a era of unfinished games and micro-transaction bullsh*t.

    There is nothing to say, really. This is a masterpiece.
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  39. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game is great I played for 5 hours straight last night. Now that being said I love my Xbox one X and I love my PS4. PPl grow up and stop using this platform and scoring system because your a fanboy of one of the systems. I’m reading reviews and seeing ppl using this game to slam Xbox while also seeing Xbox fanboys using this game to slam ps for how there exclusives turn out, that’sThis game is great I played for 5 hours straight last night. Now that being said I love my Xbox one X and I love my PS4. PPl grow up and stop using this platform and scoring system because your a fanboy of one of the systems. I’m reading reviews and seeing ppl using this game to slam Xbox while also seeing Xbox fanboys using this game to slam ps for how there exclusives turn out, that’s not what this system was made for and your in a way ruining what this is all about. I’m not interested in the fact you gave GOW a 0 cause you have an Xbox and I’m equally not interested in your 10 simply cause it was made by Sony. Come on here and be honest after playing the game and give it a game review not a system review. This game is a great deal of fun and looks great I like the new changes. I am a huge tomb raider fan and this is nothing like that game so that’s a lie. This is more of a technical hack and slash while Tomb is not. The changes to the controls make this game less of a button masher and more of a thinker. You have to be more careful with how and who you attack while using your son to distract and kill. I will say so far the story feels a little diffrent from the past games but the situation is different so that makes sense. Also just because it’s a father and a son fighting together to reach a place does not make it a last of us clone. As a matter of fact that’s all these two games have in common and that’s not even the same. To sum up a lot of you ppl simply need to grow up I’m sick of seeing gamers giving games lower or higher scores trying to level out the overall score and system hating. You have no power you have no control and let’s be honest If you think giving a game you love a 5 to level the overall score is some noble self sacrifice your wrong it’s just stupid. Expand
  40. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Let me start off this review by saying that I have never liked the God of War series of hack and slash games. I mean, I guess they were fun but I could never really commit to them. So when I saw the game was changing perspective both visually and in the narrative I was very intrigued and after playing the game all weekend, I feel I can make a fairly sound judgement on the quality of theLet me start off this review by saying that I have never liked the God of War series of hack and slash games. I mean, I guess they were fun but I could never really commit to them. So when I saw the game was changing perspective both visually and in the narrative I was very intrigued and after playing the game all weekend, I feel I can make a fairly sound judgement on the quality of the game.

    As I start to write I am having a hard time deciding where to start. Do I like the graphics? Yes. Do I like the story? Very much. Do I like the combat? Yes, yes I do. Exploring, levelling and character design, crafting, side questing? Yes! Yes! YES! It is hard to find one part of the game that is better than any other. I guess what it is about this game that makes it so special is that one very desired but every elusive concept in video games, Balance. Cory Barlog and Santa Monica Studios have done what so many developers strive to do, create a game where all the systems integrate so well you never struggle to understand what you need to do and at the same time, does not feel like the game is holding your hand. One of my favourite way the game has done this is near the beginning of the game. Just after the player opens the map for the first time, Kratos and Atrius' dialogue suggests that since the map has more to see maybe we should go see whats on the map. I like this because not only did the conversation sound natural between these characters, but because it hinted at how the game can be played.

    I like a lot of different games for many different reasons. God of War I love because there is not any one reason to love it. The vision that Cory and his team had for this game feel like it is complete. Nothing was left out or added for no reason, everything carries weight, everything is in Ballance.

    Final Note: Hey Santa Monica studios, early 3D Legend of Zelda called, they want their design back.....not exactly but Dare to Compare....lol...BALANCE!!!!
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  41. Apr 23, 2018
    8
    After playing the game I have to say I was disappointed. Not because it was a bad game but because I got too hyped up by all the 10/10 Reviews. The game itself is good but far from perfect. The first problem is the handling of the lore which is done really bad. An example for this would be the first shrine you find telling you about two giant wolfs who chase the sun and moon. Why do theyAfter playing the game I have to say I was disappointed. Not because it was a bad game but because I got too hyped up by all the 10/10 Reviews. The game itself is good but far from perfect. The first problem is the handling of the lore which is done really bad. An example for this would be the first shrine you find telling you about two giant wolfs who chase the sun and moon. Why do they chase them? Where do they come from? These are just two of the questions left open by the very little information given in the shrine. In fact there is no further information on them than what I already said and the questions left behind are never answered, which is the case with all shrines. The second bad thing is the world. Midgard, which is the main area of the game, is in same areans far too big so that it quickly feels repetitive if you encounter the same kind of location with nothing new or notable added to it. The other realms on the other hand are both small, really small, and bland. Though they are nice to look at they don't give a feeling of what that realm might look like beyond the places you have seen. The worst bit was when visiting one realm where you see several strange things that are essential to this realm and yet you learn nothing about them making it impossible to get any feeling for these places. The last problem is the story. While it starts good and strong it gets dull rather soon. After five hours into the story it fells even meaningless to some extend. The main story is the journey to the top of the highest mountain and when you supposedly reach this mountain you find out that it isn't the highest one and so spent 80% of your journey with finding a portal to the right mountain, not even with going there on your own but to find a portal. The end boss, whom I don't want to spoil, feels incredible meaningless to the point that I didn't even realise that it was the endboss until the credits rolled. The story reuses the same small range of characters so often that it eventually feels like that moment when deadpool asked where the other X-Men were and whether they simply couldn't afford the big guys so they had to bring in the small side characters no one knew. If not for the great visuals, the good gameplay and the, at first, incredibly thrilling story I would probably score the game a 5/10. Its a decent or even good game but not the game of the generation and most certainly not a 10/10. Expand
  42. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    OBRA MAESTRA, Valio la pena cada maldito día de espera. Todo en el juego es perfecto, así de simple.
  43. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    One of the greatest games to ever grace the PS4's existence. Rewarding combat, excellent story, and incredible acting.
  44. Apr 23, 2018
    8
    Santamonica bring back the old Kratos!! I want real badass not this old quiet bald guy. and why DO YOU SUDDENLY try to change story to bond between father and son like WTF? it was never you!!. I mean why? why are you trying to be serious, why kratos is depressive now? where is his rage and anger?
    this is not the God of War... it's God of Father now......
    I'll give you positive rating
    Santamonica bring back the old Kratos!! I want real badass not this old quiet bald guy. and why DO YOU SUDDENLY try to change story to bond between father and son like WTF? it was never you!!. I mean why? why are you trying to be serious, why kratos is depressive now? where is his rage and anger?
    this is not the God of War... it's God of Father now......
    I'll give you positive rating tho for your hard work and your passion. please bring back the old GoW!!
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  45. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Game of the year material. Well polished well rounded game and one of the best modern games of all time. You can feel the love that has been poured into this while playing it.
  46. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    este god of war es uno de los ,mejores lo compre deluxe y esta demasiado bueno voy por la mitad y sigo con el vicio de jugarlo ,es el mejor god of war gracias a cory barlog 10/10
  47. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I only said one thing, thank you Cory Barlog. GOD OF WAR is a masterpiece! The best game I've played in PS4.
  48. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Every game I've played since the Witcher 3 could not live up to my expectations but this one definitely has, and in my book, this is on the same level if not better than the Witcher 3. Without a doubt game of the year.
  49. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This was the easiest game I've ever given a 10 before. The one continuous shot, solid rpg elements, reworked combat system and father son bond have this game set up for GOTY for sure. It's the best game I've played in years.

    For you xbox users I highly recommend just selling your system for a ps4 purely for this game. Absolutely amazing game I really can't give enough praise.
  50. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Game of the Generation. A game of this caliber only comes around once every decade or so. Trying to explain this experience to someone is like trying to explain a sunset to someone blind. You have to see it to believe it. Sony Santa Monica, thank you for spoiling us!
  51. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is truly a fantastic return to the God of War franchise and not only is it the best in the series, but it is one of the best games on PS4. The graphics are phenomenal, from claustrophobic caves to lush forests to vast oceans and mountain ranges, you never feel bored of your stunning surroundings. I was apprehensive of the new Leviathan axe, Kratos' new primary melee weapon, howeverThis is truly a fantastic return to the God of War franchise and not only is it the best in the series, but it is one of the best games on PS4. The graphics are phenomenal, from claustrophobic caves to lush forests to vast oceans and mountain ranges, you never feel bored of your stunning surroundings. I was apprehensive of the new Leviathan axe, Kratos' new primary melee weapon, however the progression system for moves and abilities as well as the enhancements you can make to the Leviathan axe, not to mention Atreus' bow, keep you very much engaged and working towards the next upgrade. You can also throw down and go bare knuckles if you please, which like the axe, rage and Atreus' bow has it's own skill tree. Kratos and Atreus also have several armor options to aid them on their journey and enhance certain play styles. Kratos' son Atreus proves to be a vital asset in the game and is essential for progressing through the story as well as aiding in fights. The fighting is varied and fluid, with a wide variety of moves and many types of enemies to practice on including some epic boss battles, but there are also the slow points when Kratos takes the time to tell his son a story whilst they paddle across the Lake of the Nine or the two take in their surroundings giving the player time to do the same. There are unique places to discover and many puzzles throughout the realms, some requiring you to return later in the game when your and your weapons abilities have grown. There is so much detail to each area, and the developers encourage exploration from the start, allowing the player to truly appreciate each place as they progress through the game. With many side-quests, you can follow the main story or branch out and explore the greater world, allowing for ultimate freedom during your play through. Truly a refreshing and amazing iteration for Santa Monica Studios, and a flex of muscle in just what they are capable of in modern gaming. You need not wait for DLC or updates here, this is a wonderfully vast and complete game. A must have, 10/10. Expand
  52. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    If i could give this game a higher score than 10, i would. God of War i simply the perfect game. The graphics, the storytelling, the music and how it all plays together, is on a whole other level!

    If you haven't bought God of War already, then what the hell are you doing?! :D
  53. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    las peleas fueron épicas todos los minijefes son muy buenos el final fue muy bueno demuestra que el tiempo a vuelto a kratos muy sabio y en esta nueva faceta de padre aprende en todo el juego.
  54. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best PS4 game. Stunning, immersive masterpiece! Не верьте хейтерам. Они ставят низкую оценку лишь из чувства зависти - не могут сыграть в этот шедевр и изливают желчь.
  55. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    So, I'm like halfway through right now and I think I'm eligible enough to make a review based on my playtime (unlike a good few people here). Honestly, It's amazing. The combat at first seems basic, but that's what the average person who has only seen gameplay would say. By the time you familiarize yourself with the basics, they'd already throw a lot of xp your way to unlock a lot ofSo, I'm like halfway through right now and I think I'm eligible enough to make a review based on my playtime (unlike a good few people here). Honestly, It's amazing. The combat at first seems basic, but that's what the average person who has only seen gameplay would say. By the time you familiarize yourself with the basics, they'd already throw a lot of xp your way to unlock a lot of skills that help refine the combat, and the more you get better at it, you'll get into a combat flow of using all these skills and weaving them into each other seamlessly, and it's really fun cause you can really mix it up, especially when Atreus gets buff. This, like many others, is the journey, and not the destination kind of game. The destination doesn't seem that much but the journey that is undertaken makes for a great story. I don't think I need to say much on the graphics either, should speak for itself. My only gripe is how short it is but I know why and I can't expect a 200 hour epic with how refined and focused this is, it honestly makes up for it, but once I platinum, I'll just go back to Monster Hunter or such. Other than that, it's definitely worth the buy and I can't wait to see what the dedicated and talented team at Santa Monica have in store for us. Hopefully it won't be another 5 year long trek, although that would just assure me of its quality even more. Expand
  56. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that lived up to all the hype from the reviews. Made an account here just to give this game the 10/10 it deserves.
  57. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Sony mostrou pra todos que é possível fazer algo bem feito, se houver dedicação e respeito...o jogo é tudo que God of War precisava ser e muito mais, parabéns a todos os envolvidos e muito obrigado!
  58. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Uma transformação inacreditável, uma história magnifica. Isso não é um jogo é uma obra de arte. Os estudos da Santa Mônica estão de parabéns, fizeram um belíssimo trabalho.
    A jogabilidade é muito melhor que os anteriores, estou muito feliz pelo jogo.
    O que mais me pegou nesse jogo é a história entre pai e filho. Está emocionante.
  59. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Just Amazing....this game is awesome in every way...please, if you dont play yet, what you wait for?
  60. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Created an account just to review this game. It is stunning in every respect. Great graphics, combat feels great, setting and story are well constructed.
  61. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    573/5000
    It has what many games have been losing, a linear story that allows you to interact as you progress through the game. It has a character that you develop in history and that its game mechanics went out of the conventional. The kinematics is so combined with the game that it is difficult to know if you are still in the game or in the video. Leaving aside all the conceptual art and
    573/5000
    It has what many games have been losing, a linear story that allows you to interact as you progress through the game. It has a character that you develop in history and that its game mechanics went out of the conventional. The kinematics is so combined with the game that it is difficult to know if you are still in the game or in the video. Leaving aside all the conceptual art and environments completely full of life as well as enemies who will not let you pass so easily in their difficulties. Riddles that will make you think, a worthy title to enjoy and finish
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  62. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games of all time for me!!! Story, gameplay, soundtrack ,graphics this game is a "masterpiece"!!!
  63. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Excelente!!!!! com certeza vai ser o melhor game de 2018. Ótimos gráfico e enredo de historia muito bom. top!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  64. Apr 23, 2018
    6
    God of War 3 is still the best game in the series. As a long time fan of these games, having owned the originals on the PS2, then the HD collections on the PS3, plus the epic GoW 3 remaster for the PS4, I have to say that this new incarnation is somewhat disappointing. It feels like more of a Dark Souls rip-off than an actual God of War game, with elements of Uncharted and the new TombGod of War 3 is still the best game in the series. As a long time fan of these games, having owned the originals on the PS2, then the HD collections on the PS3, plus the epic GoW 3 remaster for the PS4, I have to say that this new incarnation is somewhat disappointing. It feels like more of a Dark Souls rip-off than an actual God of War game, with elements of Uncharted and the new Tomb Raider sprinkled on for good measure. It's not that this is the worst thing Sony could've done with this franchise, it just feels too formulaic and borderline generic at this point. After going through Bloodborne and Nioh in the past year I had my fill of Souls-style gameplay. That entire sub-genre of hack-'n-slash games is starting to become overused and played out. This isn't the direction I wanted God of War to move in.

    The combat feels much slower and clunkier compared to any other GoW game. There's no stamina bar but you have a shield to parry now and every battle feels drawn out and methodical. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it seems to have lost the sheer intensity that made the other games such classics. Another sort of odd design choice is the removal of jumping and aerial attacks, which is something I loved about the older games. You fight every enemy on the ground now. This was kind of a letdown. The combat itself is satisfying enough but it still feels painfully similar to, you guessed it, Dark Souls. You use the right shoulder buttons for light & heavy attacks now ala Dark Souls. L1 blocks like usual, but holding L2 & pressing R2 throws his axe to be implanted in an enemy or object. Pressing Triangle retrieves it. Just like Thor's hammer!!!

    The axe itself is an allright game mechanic but still not as memorable, brutal and captivating as the Blades of Chaos. The Blades of Chaos are supposedly unlocked later in the game but I imagine that even this weapon has been awkwardly dumbed down to fit this new style of gameplay. At times the game feels way too easy. There were boss fights where all I had to do was throw and retrieve my axe. This is laughable compared to the difficulty of the older games.

    Speaking of bosses, so far I've only seen 3 different kinds of bosses and 2 were completely recycled later in the game. This just seems like laziness from the developers, whereas the old games would continuously present a variety of bosses to fight. Even the QTE's have been dumbed down in this game, where you usually just mash circle instead of all the different joystick and button combinations of the old games. The blood and brutality has also been scaled back. You no longer see Kratos drenched in buckets of blood or dismembering his foes, and most enemies simply get shattered into ashes or ice crystals. They also removed the nudity and sexual content to make the game more "family friendly". The one woman you expect Kratos to hook up with is nothing but a tease. Plus there's one character who cusses like a sailor and I'm not sure if I ever heard a curse word at all in the original GoW games. Very strange.

    Kratos somehow has a son now, who becomes more of an annoying sidekick than anything. He constantly shouts "behind you!" even though you have a targeting reticule indicating the direction enemies are attacking from. Pressing Square will have him shoot arrows to distract your enemies so you can sneak up and strike them. A somewhat useful feature, but I honestly feel that Atreus could've been scrapped from the game entirely.

    The purpose of Atreus is of course to show the father/son relationship with Kratos. Kratos now seems completely mellowed out as if he's been smoking pounds of weed ever since he fought Zeus at the end of GoW 3. I sort of miss the blind rage that fueled Kratos to brutalize his opponents, so this change was hard for me to take.

    The "open world" is sort of a faux open world, where you mostly just find diverging pathways leading to chests and other collectibles. You constantly loot fallen enemies like most action RPGs, plus there's a crafting system along with skill trees. This all just seems like too much to throw into a GoW game. The old games kept it simple: power up your weapons to get more moves. This new GoW is only making this more complicated to have a false sense of depth in the gameplay.

    The graphics are outstanding, possibly some of the best I've ever seen. Sound quality and music is superb as well. Absolutely no complaints there.

    Overall I feel this game is good and worth playing, but it's just not exactly what I wanted from a God of War game. They were trying way too hard to appeal to fans of the Dark Souls style games and now it feels like God of War has lost its own identity. I honestly hope they release all the classic GoW games for the PS4 because I really wanted that edge-of-your-seat, arresting combat that made those games so great. What we got instead was yet again a rip-off of other games as these companies once again go for mass-market appeal over originality
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  65. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Hi, folks! First of all hello for all PC, Xbox "reviewers" who gave this game 0. Karma will find you.
    Second, this game is a masterpiece. i'm not kidding. I've been playing games since early 90s. And since 2010s game stage has been degrading very, very fast!! All this brand crap EA and other big publishers produce is such a shame. So we must (i insist a must) praise games that are brave
    Hi, folks! First of all hello for all PC, Xbox "reviewers" who gave this game 0. Karma will find you.
    Second, this game is a masterpiece. i'm not kidding. I've been playing games since early 90s. And since 2010s game stage has been degrading very, very fast!! All this brand crap EA and other big publishers produce is such a shame. So we must (i insist a must) praise games that are brave to step out from this ocean of boring overmarketed games. And Santa monica is 100% a case. This game is brilliant. It's story is deep driven. It has real emotions. It has astonishing graphics. Fluent and intuitive gameplay. RP and customization options. And much, much more! i know very very few recently released games that made me sit on and edge of a chair without a brake from release.
    Guys this is 10 out of 10. Believe me. Try it, you won't regret.
    P.S. my review may sound a bit overhyped but hell i had so few games to take my breath away lately... Peace =)
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  66. Apr 23, 2018
    8
    I've played every God of War there was. I was in love with pure power and destruction Kratos was dealing in those games. Now we get total reset of a series and approach. And in my eyes not everything went as it should:
    - Graphics are amazing - design of levels, artistic details.
    - Same goes for music and audio. - Story is solid, some ideas and characters that we meet are very well
    I've played every God of War there was. I was in love with pure power and destruction Kratos was dealing in those games. Now we get total reset of a series and approach. And in my eyes not everything went as it should:
    - Graphics are amazing - design of levels, artistic details.
    - Same goes for music and audio.
    - Story is solid, some ideas and characters that we meet are very well thought.
    - Fighting system is not as good as some reviewers tend to advertise. Dear SCE: not every game needs to be souls - especially when you don't know how to execute it. You wanted DS and got Kingdom Come: Deliverance - Fight can be fun in 1 vs 1 - more enemies on the screen more terrible random chaos-fest it becomes. In old GoW games, thanks to good camera placement and different movement of Kratos fighting was a pleasure i could repeat it hours after hours - here it becomes annoying - take 5 seconds to find pattern, then 5 minutes to grind down health bar using that pattern - biggest dissapointment of what could easily be 9.5/10 game if they did not butcher most iconic element of GOW.
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  67. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Un punto de inflexión la narrativa de los videojuegos, gracias a una jugabilidad deliciosa y una dirección excelente. Obra maestra.
  68. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Deserves Game of the year, if you played it, you will understand why. A lot of hate is from false reviews and people who never played the game. This isn't about a console wars but the artistry and movement of the gaming industry as a whole. I wish the game can be enjoyed on all system but since it's a 1st party software. You will have to get a PS4.
  69. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Misses some small details but excels at everything I care about as a gamer, story game play and graphics. My second favorite game of this console generation only behind the witcher 3, truly great.
  70. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Definitivamente está entre um dos grandes, bem desenvolvido e com MUITA qualidade, se não bastasse ser uma sequência de peso, inova sem perder a essência. Se você tem um ps4, pode comprar sossegado.
  71. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Awesome! A real deal MASTERPIECE! I long time ago waiting this game and surprises me a lot! RECOMMEND!
  72. Apr 23, 2018
    10
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  73. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Playing this on my 55"4K OLED HDR TV with a pair of great headphones...
    When I got to Jörmungandr and heard him talk I could feel the rumble all through my body. What an amazing experience this has been.
    For the first time in a game I don't feel like rushing through it or running. Often times taking my time and slowing down to enjoy the dialogue between Kratos and BOY. The cast is great
    Playing this on my 55"4K OLED HDR TV with a pair of great headphones...
    When I got to Jörmungandr and heard him talk I could feel the rumble all through my body. What an amazing experience this has been.
    For the first time in a game I don't feel like rushing through it or running. Often times taking my time and slowing down to enjoy the dialogue between Kratos and BOY.
    The cast is great and the voice acting is topnotch. Nothing takes me out of the experience which nowadays seems too much to ask for.
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  74. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    juego increible, se siente el cariño por la franquicia, en general excelente, punto debil la duracion, ojala fuera mas largo,
  75. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Simply the best game in the series... Is because this kind of titles i love the video games.
    Unbelievable fun combat mechanics, addictive progression, outstanding narrative and history, stunning graphics...

    It is with Breath of the wild, the best title in this generation.
  76. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Such a fun and enjoyable game. I loved the story, gameplay and the overall look. It is worth buying a PS4 just to play this game.
  77. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Es una maravilla de juego en todos los aspectos
    Abruma a cada frame, la nueva jugabilidad es fantástica, ese hacha es lo mejor (el hecho de poder recuperarla como si fuese el martillo de Thor, es una gozada). Un juego que siempre se recordará entre los 5/10 mejores de esta generación. Cuando uno juega entiende cada uno de los 5 años de dedicación que tiene detrás.
    Compra obligada.
  78. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Jogo espetacular! Linda campanha e muita coisa pra fazer. Gráficos excelentes, história excelente, gameplay fantástica! parabéns à Santa Monica, conseguiram novamente!
  79. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    The best game I have ever played. Was worth the long wait. God of war is what future games should strive to be like. Cant wait to see where it goes from here for kratos.
  80. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Simply outstanding. Blew all my expectations away and I say this as a huge fan of the previous entries. This is a far more mature game and better off for it.
  81. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    True perfection, an amazing journey with lots to do and see and all wrapped up in the best graphics you will see anywhere today, if you haven’t got it, go get it!
  82. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game is everything that was promised, From the Graphics to Gameplay. Story is amazing!!! The Lore and how it's delivered is done so well as well. My Game of the Year without a doubt
  83. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    The Best Game Money Can Buy
    The Best Game On PS4
    One of the Best Game of the Year(Because Spider-Man Is still Left For Release)
    Just Love This Game
    Thank u Sony And Santa Monica
  84. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Due to my teen history with the series, I did not miss any references, I literally cried when I used the blades of chaos and Athena showed herself the story was GOD like I loved every hour
  85. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    God of War is nothing short of a masterpiece when it comes to video games. Everything in this game leaves a huge impression on me, this includes, game play, writing, graphics, story, character progression and everything else on the table.

    Kratos makes his return on the ps4 this time; we have not seen him since God of War ascension back in 2013. Set in the Norse mythology instead of
    God of War is nothing short of a masterpiece when it comes to video games. Everything in this game leaves a huge impression on me, this includes, game play, writing, graphics, story, character progression and everything else on the table.

    Kratos makes his return on the ps4 this time; we have not seen him since God of War ascension back in 2013. Set in the Norse mythology instead of Greek mythology, with the past catching up to Kratos just as his wife has passed away and his son still at a young age. He decides it is time for his son to learn how to survive in his brutal world. Filled with monsters, giants, ogres and trolls, while Kratos is stern with his son he is also sensitive to him as well almost giving him a human side to him instead of making him the one-dimensional character we have seen over the past decade. The way these two characters interact with each other is incredible the only thing I can compare it to is The Last of Us. Kratos acts like a tough father but when it comes to certain things in the story, you can see the emotion in his eyes and hear it in his voice, which is something we rarely see in the world of video games especially in God of War games. With Atreus, he has the accurate traits of a child his age asking questions about the world, questioning the love of his father and a bit of attitude when it comes to certain subjects in the story. These are the human traits, that we want to see more often in video games.

    The combat does a 180-degree turn when you compare the combat systems of the older games to the new one. In the new game, you are carrying an axe that just destroys anything its blade touches. As you progress through the game, you will get experience points so that you can unlock new moves with the axe, and as you level up you need to collect certain resources either in chests or off dead enemies, to upgrade your weapon to the next level. Progressing through the game, you run in to a blacksmith named Brok and his brother who can help you make things, like chest & wrist armor for you and Atreus but once again, to upgrade them you have to have certain resources and enough silver.

    The world in God of War is open but it is not open at the same time. I know what you are thinking how does this work? you can be in a area that is quite open and has many different paths, but it all leads to somewhere whether it be a chest, a mini boss fight to get an element for a piece of gear, or upgrade it, it all leads somewhere.

    Everything that happens in God of War left me wanting more of the series, some moments left me speechless, sad, and angry and in some cases even happy. I have only played one game like this in my entire life, The Last of Us and God of War is no exception of how spectacular it is. This so far is my game of the year so far.

    God of War 10/10 a Perfect Score

    Good job Sony Santa Monica and Playstation.
    Reviewed by ICE at Gamers of the Round Table.
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  86. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game is epic. First i was afraid that it will lose what made God of War the game it is, but after my first play through of the campaign i can say it still feels like GoW. I made tons of screenshots because the game looks so gorgeous.
  87. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    XBOX main gamer here... Have a PS4 just for games like this. What an absolute masterpiece. 1,000/100.
  88. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    O último prego que faltava para fechar o caixão da concorrência chegou . Jogo perfeito, história incrível e cativante, jogabilidade intuitiva e desafiante com gráficos jamais visto nesta geração. Com toda certeza seria nota 100 se não fosse o haters verdes e os saudosistas que só dão nota 100 para os jogos da nintendo com grafico de N64 !!
  89. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This is a definition of a perfect video game.
    Developers took the awesome god of war game formula and upgraded it to the new level.
    Gameplay is super smooth,combat is just as brutal as in the previous games,addition of crafting system and some open world elements are a very welcome change to the series,evry character is voiced and acted very proffesional and realistic,graphics are top
    This is a definition of a perfect video game.
    Developers took the awesome god of war game formula and upgraded it to the new level.
    Gameplay is super smooth,combat is just as brutal as in the previous games,addition of crafting system and some open world elements are a very welcome change to the series,evry character is voiced and acted very proffesional and realistic,graphics are top notch,and the father and son realationship is so precious and its beutiful to see how does it evolves from the begging of the game.
    This game is not only worth the full price,its a reason why i bought ps4.
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  90. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    De longe um dos jogos mais tocantes desde o lançamento do primeiro da franquia. Gameplay fluida e agradável, nada de quebrar botões como nos últimos, além de uma história complexa mas gostosa de se entender, a forma que encaixaram o Kratos na mitologia nórdica foi espetacular.
  91. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I am giving this a ten, not because it is perfect (nothing is perfect) but because it offers the highest level of game satisfaction and enjoyability there is. It just feels right, and when you are playing, you are utterly immersed. The addition of the boy, and a few other characters peppered in, take away the loneliness that games like this can sometimes create... it's the same puzzling,I am giving this a ten, not because it is perfect (nothing is perfect) but because it offers the highest level of game satisfaction and enjoyability there is. It just feels right, and when you are playing, you are utterly immersed. The addition of the boy, and a few other characters peppered in, take away the loneliness that games like this can sometimes create... it's the same puzzling, platforming, brawling, experience you know and love, but with someone to share it with you. The kid has just the right balance of respect and sass. The graphics and sound are great, the story - well, ya know, take it or leave it but you certainly have a sense that big momentous things are driving you forward - the development of your powers works jut fine, and the combat itself has a very satisfying physicality, A couple of the boss fights can be gamed... ie, you can take advantage of the environment in ways that slightly break the immersion... but other than that this puts you in a place and a culture that is entirely engrossing. Very well implemented. Rates with the best Uncharted games, Witcher 3, Mass Effect before it went off the rails, Last of US etc... ie it's a memorable, enjoyable classic. Expand
  92. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I went in to this game thinking it was going to be like the old God of wars and i was happily disappointed. The graphics are stunning and game play maybe different from what i remembered, but that's a bad thing. it was a very fluid game play(after i got used to the new controls) for me and the story was amazing.
  93. Apr 23, 2018
    9
    I was not a fun of old GOW titles as I found that game play was too repetitive for me but this one is totally changer.
    Beautiful graphics, maps and detailed landscape which I could see so much efforts from developers.
    When I first saw the trailer of this, I was really not sure about the idea of further and a son but now, I love the difference and contrast between those 2. Easily the
    I was not a fun of old GOW titles as I found that game play was too repetitive for me but this one is totally changer.
    Beautiful graphics, maps and detailed landscape which I could see so much efforts from developers.
    When I first saw the trailer of this, I was really not sure about the idea of further and a son but now, I love the difference and contrast between those 2. Easily the best game of 2018 so far.
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  94. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Nota máxima. Gráficos fantásticos que deixam Uncharted 4, Horizon Zero Down para trás, mundo semi aberto, missões secundárias e trilha sonora espetacular. Eu tinha receio de que o Atreus atrapalharia o Kratos na jogabilidade e que ficaria sempre em evidência (aparecendo na 'câmera') como em um jogo do Resident Evil no qual a moça ficava 'colada' ao personagem principal o tempo todo, masNota máxima. Gráficos fantásticos que deixam Uncharted 4, Horizon Zero Down para trás, mundo semi aberto, missões secundárias e trilha sonora espetacular. Eu tinha receio de que o Atreus atrapalharia o Kratos na jogabilidade e que ficaria sempre em evidência (aparecendo na 'câmera') como em um jogo do Resident Evil no qual a moça ficava 'colada' ao personagem principal o tempo todo, mas isso não ocorre. o Atreus é completamente independente. Percorre o caminho dele e não atrapalha a jogatina em absolutamente nenhum momento.

    Obs.: Lí por curiosidade a primeira crítica negativa em português que foi dada pelo DANIELWISKBR que deu nota 1 (um). Essa gamertag é do Xbox então já sabem quando ler, ok?

    Rebaterei as informações dele pois ele (COM TODA A CERTEZA DO MUNDO NÃO JOGOU):

    Deu nota 1 - dei nota 10
    Disse que houve downgrade - Definitivamente não houve downgrade
    Disse que o jogo é linear - Não é linear, mundo semi-aberto com missões paralelas

    Esse viadinho não jogou e é só mais um das centenas de exemplos de caixistas com remorso porque queria MUITO ter essa experiência e não pode... kkkkkkkkk
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  95. G2k
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Thank you Santa Monica for a beautiful well made game.

    Probably the best game I played. This game is actually the reason why i love video games. It is a beautiful journey, such an amazing story. I was taking my time with it not rushing things just to absorb all the magnificent things happening in the game. From texture combat and story. It was like reading a very good book. As for
    Thank you Santa Monica for a beautiful well made game.

    Probably the best game I played. This game is actually the reason why i love video games. It is a beautiful journey, such an amazing story. I was taking my time with it not rushing things just to absorb all the magnificent things happening in the game. From texture combat and story. It was like reading a very good book.

    As for Kratos i love the way he is showed in the game a more mature more down to earth god of war as compared to the previous games. Not as cocky as before but a more realized person and ofc a person who now knows that he did messed up because of his endless rage in his previous life

    The game also matured in my opinion alongside with the main protagonist both in style and in combat. It is not a hack and slash game or a mash button game anymore , now you need to think, dodge, strike at the right time and when done correctly it is unbelievable how satisfying that is.

    The relationship between father and son it is just Wow. Atreious is amazing a very good addition.
    And because i see a few comments comparing it with last of us i say why not? A beautiful acclaimed game, which people loved.

    Santa monica realized what gamers want and took that, copy that and made it perfect.

    Thank you for a game to remember for many years. We can see the passion and love you poured into this game
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  96. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    An amazing journey that will stay with you forever...a story for everyone to experience
  97. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    The best campaign i ever played. Is like playing a movie, its non-stop-action with details the devil himserlf would be proud of. This is a perfect story, Greek meets Norse mythology, father-son companionship and tactical warfights with adrenalinepumps.
  98. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game IS perfect, in any way - gameplay, story and visually (playing on ps4-pro 4k monitor)
    Truly next-gen game. I found my GOTY.
  99. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Play Dark Souls with drums, legs or other parts of your body if you like, but this game is made exclusively "for the players" right hands with Dualshock 4. GOTY 2018!
  100. Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Best game.Best graphic design ,Best music,best art,best acting,best dialogs,awesome story line right to the depths, for me its 20/10 rating if it was possible,Worth every penny and the expirience is on another level.Congratzs on Sony,Santa monica and Cory Barlog for brining this to Livel.Thank you
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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