God of War

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. dwizkid92
    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
  2. mieche788
    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.
  3. sowestcoast22
    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
  4. The_Asterian
    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).    … Expand
  5. wassabi
    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
  6. anahkha
    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!    … Expand
  7. AnderDrag2
    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!.
  8. Javi1183
    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
  9. Frutilla97
    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
  10. Mitchhelada
    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.
  11. harisk
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Perfect in every way. From story, to character, to gameplay, to sound, music and visuals. The team at Santa Monica Studios need to be congratulated for their seemingly tireless effort to deliver an exception gaming experience.
  12. TriexTime
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Pinche juego que esta mas que excelente, por tu culpa pierdo la noción del tiempo
    he jugado sin parar y solo llevo 12% que carajos, nunca saldré de mi cuarto
    ya enserio, esta muy bueno me fascinó, es el mejor, excelente ;)
  13. hiddenknife93
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Among the best games ever made, on par with Witcher III !

    This is The Last of Us Alternative Edition! must buy by anyone who owns a PS4 and by those who do not. Just go grab a PS4 and buy this masterpiece.
  14. tuherbpoher
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    God of war is one of those games where you wonder when did you start playing?From the beginning where they use a long shot instead of a loading screen, you are taken on an adventure.An adventure which purpose isn't to show you the great combat or the great skill system or something similar.NO,it is a whole journey, the wrapped experience of playing an outstanding game,just like you're inGod of war is one of those games where you wonder when did you start playing?From the beginning where they use a long shot instead of a loading screen, you are taken on an adventure.An adventure which purpose isn't to show you the great combat or the great skill system or something similar.NO,it is a whole journey, the wrapped experience of playing an outstanding game,just like you're in the forest or somewhere on a mountain just existing, sitting there and feeling good for being alive and just at that moment where no problems exist, that is the nirvana god of war gives you.The experience,story and everything in this game is so immersive that if i didn't have to eat or sleep, i'd have never left the ps4 controller.The story is excellently composed,the information and knowledge you acquire throughout the game are well spread and the only thing that could ever make you feel like this game is 9.9 and not a solid 10 is the small fights with minions that are just part of the game but sometimes feel a little bit annoying.… Expand
  15. JakeHunter
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    I made an account just to score the new GOW
    Kratos is back and he is better than ever after Ascension we needed change, a comeback and this is how you make a comeback
    In the era of paid DLCs and loot boxes, single player games like this reminds players that there are other ways than bow down to the studios who think of games only as a money making service (confirmed by situation of    I made an account just to score the new GOW
    Kratos is back and he is better than ever after Ascension we needed change, a comeback and this is how you make a comeback
    In the era of paid DLCs and loot boxes, single player games like this reminds players that there are other ways than bow down to the studios who think of games only as a money making service (confirmed by situation of recent games who are not even bothered to provide quality content for their high priced games)
    I know for some people this wasn't GOW and to those people I would say, GOW franchise had to either change or die, and not only did they change, they became something to be aspired,
    Placing a one note character into a multidimensional environment and making it work, finally making Kratos shed his anger and become a wise and responsible man but still having glimpse of the old "Ghost of Sparta"
    Enjoy its legacy rather than nit-picking, he has changed (a little) but be grateful he is not dead, he is still the same character if not more
    And for people especially not of this console I know it feels unfair but games like this raises bar for others in gaming industry,
    Don't become defensive about your console it is just healthy competition and will be advantageous in long run    … Expand
  16. giabaotruong
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Nothing to say much. Everything is perfect, the plot, gameplay, graphics, sounds, even the background music is awesome. I like it.
  17. Liamlolzzz
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Just created an account specifically to say that this game is by far one of the best games of all time if you haven’t already bought just buy it and play it
  18. Michaelreked3m
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This game is awesome, the story is excellent, graphics are amazing (especially on the pro) and gameplay is satisfying. It's still the gory God of War game we know and love but more mature and refined. A complete package where nothing is locked behind DLC and microtransactions. Would recommend this to anyone who is fatigued out by the current multiplayer only push most developers are goingThis game is awesome, the story is excellent, graphics are amazing (especially on the pro) and gameplay is satisfying. It's still the gory God of War game we know and love but more mature and refined. A complete package where nothing is locked behind DLC and microtransactions. Would recommend this to anyone who is fatigued out by the current multiplayer only push most developers are going towards. Buy this and support the developers and also to show others in the industry that story driven games still matter.… Expand
  19. IvanAndres234
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Yes and no. Personally the video game deserves 10 points, new way of playing, new scenery, enemies, EVERYTHING. Hurts the open end and a question for `` home ''. Sincerely it is beautiful
  20. danielgarcest
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Una obra maestra y eso que aun se encuentra a la mitad de todo lo que puede contar.
  21. Darksiders
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Best game ever made. Best God of War ever, its a MUST if you haven't played it yet, Thank you all Sony, Santa Monica and our creative director Cory Barlog.
  22. Franvalerio
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Juego que te engancha a su historia nada más empezar y no por un sistema de micropagos que simula un casino para niños, sino por sus impresionantes gráficos (jugado en ps4 fat) y por sus combates espectaculares y la epicidad de un verdadero GOD OF WAR, un mapa lineal con desvios lleno de puzles para coleccionables y equipamiento. Sencillamente espectacular, recomendado 100%
  23. Vantasy
    Apr 24, 2018
    8
    No doubt the brand new God of War is a great game, but I've seen so many familiar elements from other games through game-play.
  24. KuroHiro
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    I'm not a ps4 player, in fact I only play on pc (for this time to my disgrace)

    i not have any chance to play this release for the first time I saw a gameplay on YouTube ... at first it was just out of curiosity ... maybe i wanted to see that kratos that once accompanied on his way to revenge on ps2 but to my surprise this time his motivator was not a revenge ... he had a much deeper    I'm not a ps4 player, in fact I only play on pc (for this time to my disgrace)

    i not have any chance to play this release for the first time I saw a gameplay on YouTube ... at first it was just out of curiosity ... maybe i wanted to see that kratos that once accompanied on his way to revenge on ps2

    but to my surprise this time his motivator was not a revenge ... he had a much deeper reason ... so for that reason I kept watching gameplays ... I could not just stay with a little glimpse of the videogame .. I kept watching video after video caught by its history

    I ended up watching 23 videos of 1 hour each

    when I finished watching all the videos I just had one feeling
    the feeling of having contemplated something unique for these times
    literally see a piece of art ... not only for an incredible development of characters but for the most beautiful and highly worked scenarios .. that gave you the feeling of see a picture in an art gallery

    I not have a ps4 to enjoy this great game
    even so I will buy this videogame
    I'll keep it with me until I have the chance to play it
    and then I'll keep it as one of the best videogames I've seen

    (for the one who has taken the trouble to read all this, I apologize for my bad English but I had to express what I felt when I saw this game ... thanks for reading c: )    … Expand
  25. Camiliwis21
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Excelente juego supero mis espectativas solo disfrutarlo el mejor god of war para mi antes de salir este me gustaba mucho god of war 2 pero este lo supero por mucho 10/10
  26. c0eguy
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, brilliant graphics, super awesome combat, spectacular story line, ferocious enemies, atrocious Gods and magnificent Kratos... There is noting to NOT love about this game. Kudos Sony, Kudos God of war.
  27. Brainer13
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    I really appreciate what you did in this game. You reminded me what the true essence is of a game. this is a master piece, and other companies should follow your steps.
  28. Razvann
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    lol i love this game haha never played it tho,oh btw wait for pc and wii u release
  29. mrkp
    Aug 5, 2019
    10
    шикарная игра, немного замороченная прокачка, но потом быстро привыкаешь ко всему
  30. Blubot69
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game. More so than the previous games, in fact. It's an absolute masterpiece in my opinion.… Expand
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#1 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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Metascore
94

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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