God of War

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9.1

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  1. 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
  2. PandaKing73
    May 29, 2018
    10
    Here are my ratings for the PS4 game Game of War
    Experience :10
    Graphics :10
    Story :10
    Replay Value :10
    Fun :10
  3. 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!
  4. VACTUS
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    No joke the best game I have ever played.I have played MANY games gow is just the perfect game for me
  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. 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!!!
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. DismBodiedV0ice
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Ok lets give my most honest thoughts on this game: Phenomenal. Visually this game is stunning even at 1080p which is the resolution i opted to use since I dont own a 4k TV. You can see the detail, the sophistry, the amount of passion each area was given. In a Pure visual artistic standpoint I have to say nothing in this year 2018 will beat or even match GoW for me.Combat wise this GoW is aOk lets give my most honest thoughts on this game: Phenomenal. Visually this game is stunning even at 1080p which is the resolution i opted to use since I dont own a 4k TV. You can see the detail, the sophistry, the amount of passion each area was given. In a Pure visual artistic standpoint I have to say nothing in this year 2018 will beat or even match GoW for me.Combat wise this GoW is a step-up from the previous "mash square square triangle" combo. The difficulties are on point, easy is easy normal is normal and hard is hard. No artificial difficulty in this game, if you die then try something else. Though some enemies admittedly need a better moveset design and the camera controls can come off as a bit clunky. This is a but a small critique i can give the game, IMPROVE SOME OF THE ENEMY MOVESETS.… Expand
  10. Txranger1991
    May 7, 2018
    10
    After 100% and Platinum trophy I am impressed. Storyline was enthralling and kept me coming back for more. This is what a single player game should be like and not to mention NO LOOT BOXES. GOTY hands down to this point and will be hard to beat in the future.
  11. Kootzer
    May 7, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nearly flawless game from start to finish, give or take a few things to nitpick. A fantastic experience for any fan of the series, and even a great game for newcomers to the series to start out with. With so much more content to keep you invested than any other game in the series, even after you finish, this game is worth every penny and is a must-own title for any PS4 owner. I would give this title an 11, but that score is solely reserved for Aladdin; a game released in 1993 based off of the movie of the same name by Disney. Developed and published by Capcom on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, it truly is a timeless classic that has yet to be dethroned from being the greatest game of all time, and probably will not be for many years to come.… Expand
  12. txpredatorx
    May 19, 2018
    10
    Words can't describe the greatness of this game. This is the best game I've EVER played, PERIOD! Game of the year 2018!!!
  13. Elbulgaro
    May 8, 2018
    10
    Amazing, one of the best games. The story is good and combat Rocks. Loved every hour i spend playing this.
  14. insoorigami
    May 8, 2018
    10
    This game will probably be the game of the year, graphics, music, pretty much everything is supreme in this video game and can't wait to see more from cory barlog and his team.
  15. rampager53
    May 8, 2018
    10
    Anyone who trashes this game is crazy. The story is a little slow but if you listen to the director they made a game to tell the story of Norse Mythology; setting up for amazing games to come instead of diving right in. What a direction, from the visuals to the game play everything is perfect. I spent most of my play through just amazed at the stories told in between destinations. This isAnyone who trashes this game is crazy. The story is a little slow but if you listen to the director they made a game to tell the story of Norse Mythology; setting up for amazing games to come instead of diving right in. What a direction, from the visuals to the game play everything is perfect. I spent most of my play through just amazed at the stories told in between destinations. This is for gamers who read in between the line, notice every little detail, and will be left speechless when it ends.… Expand
  16. King-Fraga1st
    May 8, 2018
    10
    This is the rare type of game that gives MEANING to gaming at all. When we are kids, all seems magical because we don't have ourselves attached to the strings of reality (work, family, studying, etc). So, when you are an adult, it gets harder to get to that point where you can find all the way back to the magic world that were constantly surrounding you. GOD OF WAR! You may get yourselfThis is the rare type of game that gives MEANING to gaming at all. When we are kids, all seems magical because we don't have ourselves attached to the strings of reality (work, family, studying, etc). So, when you are an adult, it gets harder to get to that point where you can find all the way back to the magic world that were constantly surrounding you. GOD OF WAR! You may get yourself trembling just by the sound of it. You feel Kratos, you feel the BOY - which plays a role as strong as a protagonist role - and you feel the world. Thank you Santa Monica Studios, and specially Cory Barlog for setting up the bar so high with this game, that I feel I'm still in the peak of Jotunheim, contemplating the path behind me and saying: YES! F*CKING YES!… Expand
  17. djope92222
    May 8, 2018
    10
    Jedna od najbojih igrica ikada napravljenih, zasluzuje sve pohvaale i pozitivne recenzije. Igra godine za mene
  18. zedjay72
    May 8, 2018
    10
    I played God of War—the earlier versions, briefly, a few years ago. It wasn't my thing. If you felt the same way as me, there's hope for you now as this reboot of the series is absolutely incredible.

    It's been a long time since I've enjoyed a single player campaign as much as I've enjoyed GoW, at least a console generation or two. For the record I've completed (or nearly completed) a    I played God of War—the earlier versions, briefly, a few years ago. It wasn't my thing. If you felt the same way as me, there's hope for you now as this reboot of the series is absolutely incredible.

    It's been a long time since I've enjoyed a single player campaign as much as I've enjoyed GoW, at least a console generation or two. For the record I've completed (or nearly completed) a good few of Nintendo's and Sony's big hitters like Mario Oddysey, Breath of the Wild, Bloodborne, Last of Us, Metal Gear 5, and Horizon, as well as the great non-exclusives like Witcher 3 and GTA5. While those are all great titles, God of War really makes me feel like it's the killer app of the last half decade.

    God of War's mechanics don't do anything particularly new, in fact, the core exploration/world mechanic is very much like a Metroid game where the number of available paths available increase when gaining a new item from the main quest line. This was fine with me as it kept the pace of the main quest tight, and that's where the game has one of it's strongest points: the cutscenes, the set pieces, the characters and the dialogue are all very well woven into the story and provided me with entertainment that surpassed all of the above titles that I mentioned. Quality over quantity.

    Then there's the graphics; no need to explain here, it's just the best looking thing on the ps4. Period.

    And finally, the combat; God of War's combat surpasses games like Bloodborne, Breath of the Wild and Horizon. Kratos' axe throw, in particular, feels great with the rest of his move-set, as well as his son's arrow mechanic. Your moves can be fast or strong and the over the shoulder camera brings a sort of hefty feel to your actions. The game can be a serious challenge (on the Challenging difficulty) that rivals a Souls game. Blocking, dodging, and knowing your enemies' moves are required. The enemies are varied, and some are introduced in really cool ways (like the Revenant cave). When a certain enemy was around, I found myself prioritizing and flinging them into another stronger enemy for stun value. I found myself orienting so that I could push them into walls, and off of cliffs—things that were necessary to survive. I can't stress how much I enjoyed the combat and exploration, which rewarded me with the gear to be able to kill off the final valkyrie.

    Buy this one, it's a must have.    … Expand
  19. ARMANPANDAKEK
    May 8, 2018
    10
    This is The Best Game of 2018!!! Everything is brilliant in it. Story, characters, combat, soundtrack, and graphic are on the highest level. The best innovation of GoW is Atreus. I was using him in each battle. He is great! Everyone who has PS4 must play this amazing game! 10/10!!!
  20. filmcaps
    May 14, 2018
    10
    i love Norse mythology and after seeing marvel ruin those characters like Thor, Loki and odin in their comics and movies. i'm SO GLAD that god of war is doing norse gods and by the looks of it they will do them right. Thor's son's in the game were my favorite part and i just cant wait to fight Odin and Thor in the future games.
  21. Rookieinsan3
    May 9, 2018
    10
    Perfect game, it was worth waiting for.
    Congratulations to all the sony's team.
  22. XinXilzz
    May 9, 2018
    10
    o jogo é simplesmente incrível. a história é extremamente divertida e a dificuldade (no meu caso a very hard) é muito desafiadora, o principal ponto do jogo na minha opinião é a relação de Kratos e Atreus como pai e filho, que realmente te faz sentir emoção jogando o jogo. Além de outras coisas como o combate dinâmico e etc. o único ponto negativo são os bosses um pouco repetitivos, maso jogo é simplesmente incrível. a história é extremamente divertida e a dificuldade (no meu caso a very hard) é muito desafiadora, o principal ponto do jogo na minha opinião é a relação de Kratos e Atreus como pai e filho, que realmente te faz sentir emoção jogando o jogo. Além de outras coisas como o combate dinâmico e etc. o único ponto negativo são os bosses um pouco repetitivos, mas acho melhor relevar isso pra não danificar a experiência magnifica do game.… Expand
  23. vr4nj3s
    May 9, 2018
    10
    Mannn, this game has blown my mind, literally. I dont know from where to start. Lets say a had been a fan of god since like 2010, and i really have been so exited for Gow4 when they announced back in 2016. I just have to say this, i have start to learn a bit of programming and game developing and when i saw all beautiful graphic, 3d models and terrain, i just couldnt believe my eyes. HowMannn, this game has blown my mind, literally. I dont know from where to start. Lets say a had been a fan of god since like 2010, and i really have been so exited for Gow4 when they announced back in 2016. I just have to say this, i have start to learn a bit of programming and game developing and when i saw all beautiful graphic, 3d models and terrain, i just couldnt believe my eyes. How much details you guys put in this game is just mind blowing. I have to admit i was a little worried when i read about camera changing that you had in plan, but i was wrong. It is amazing really, and combat system is just amazing as well. Story wise it was pretty damn good, with all dialog between Kratos and Atreus, and letter with Mmir, it gave really good experience for us players to just listen to them and learn something new about story and Norse mitologie, Overall 10/10 and i hope you guys continue this great job in the games to come. Cheers!… Expand
  24. urbanercrown
    May 9, 2018
    10
    this game is so good in so many ways its a breath of fresh air in gaming, i give it a solid 9.8 since most video games coming out this last decade have been money suckers with pointless cosmetics and pay to win online scams with lootboxes, everyone forgot what a good videogame was for corporate cash grabs that left true games heartbroken and bored of what the hobby has become. thankyou forthis game is so good in so many ways its a breath of fresh air in gaming, i give it a solid 9.8 since most video games coming out this last decade have been money suckers with pointless cosmetics and pay to win online scams with lootboxes, everyone forgot what a good videogame was for corporate cash grabs that left true games heartbroken and bored of what the hobby has become. thankyou for a great experience santa monica,… Expand
  25. Boricua012
    May 9, 2018
    10
    Literally the best game I have played. I don't see how any gaming company will ever be to top God of War. Everything from the story to the new combat system is absolutely phemonimal in everyway. The cutscenes, the voice acting, and combat are so cinematic that the game makes it feel like you're watching a movie. This game is truly a masterpiece and desvers to go down as the all time greatLiterally the best game I have played. I don't see how any gaming company will ever be to top God of War. Everything from the story to the new combat system is absolutely phemonimal in everyway. The cutscenes, the voice acting, and combat are so cinematic that the game makes it feel like you're watching a movie. This game is truly a masterpiece and desvers to go down as the all time great when it comes to single player video games.… Expand
  26. Nhat1608
    May 10, 2018
    10
    Thank you Santa Monica for making this game. One of the best games I've played for years, thrilling and exciting, I always want to jump back into the game even after playing 4-5 hours/day. The combat is magnificent, requires proper strategies and is also dynamic. Side Quests in this game are also fun. Some features like Photo Mode (added today) and New Game + should have been added at theThank you Santa Monica for making this game. One of the best games I've played for years, thrilling and exciting, I always want to jump back into the game even after playing 4-5 hours/day. The combat is magnificent, requires proper strategies and is also dynamic. Side Quests in this game are also fun. Some features like Photo Mode (added today) and New Game + should have been added at the beginning but it's alright, I can wait for that. The game has no micro-transaction whatsoever, so for $60 you will be getting the whole experience and that's it. Definitely look forward to a sequel.… Expand
  27. Tasogar
    May 10, 2018
    10
    When God of War (2018) was announced I was extremely excited, yet skeptical. I have been a fan of the series since the first God of War because of the combat and the fact that I was learning Greek mythology in school at the same time. Every new installation of the game was a chance for me to get lost in the altered mythos that Santa Monica had created. Prior to this game, my knowledge ofWhen God of War (2018) was announced I was extremely excited, yet skeptical. I have been a fan of the series since the first God of War because of the combat and the fact that I was learning Greek mythology in school at the same time. Every new installation of the game was a chance for me to get lost in the altered mythos that Santa Monica had created. Prior to this game, my knowledge of Norse mythology was almost non-existent, but as I played through the game I became more and more intrigued until I finally started researching the Prose Edda. To me, the encouragement of curiosity is an important aspect of what makes a game great. The story and emotional progression presented here between Kratos and Atreus is only rivaled (in my opinion) by Joel and Ellie from Naughty Dog's The Last of Us. At times Atreus did become a nuisance, but there was always a reason for his character to misbehave. Every character trait is deliberate and is used to further the narrative, nothing is overlooked. This game's story telling and attention to detail is something that other game developers should take note on. Along the journey you will encounter a character whose entire existence is fantastic story telling design, there were times that I found myself wanting to stay on boat just to hear the stories he told. Even the side quests assist in breathing life to the lore of the world around you. There are tons of references to the prior installations of God of War, and each one of them is fantastic. Santa Monica does a great job of cluing the player in on Kratos's past, so not having played the prequels should not hinder your experience.

    The portion of the game for which I was skeptical was the combat. BOY was I wrong. The combat feels fantastic. Each combat style feels properly weighted and have different purposes. Striking with the axe feels extremely satisfying and the runic attacks are fun to play around with. Throwing the axe is great and never gets old. The addition of a "stun" meter gives you purpose to attack using your fists and shield, or any other attack that inflicts stun. When the stun meter fills up you can perform a finishing attack using the R3 button. Even Atreus himself is an integral part of the combat, in fact, in the tougher difficulties, he's crucial to your success. The camera may take a little bit of getting used to, but if you have played the other God of War games (or other action RPGs like Monster Hunter or Dark Souls) you will still feel at home with this installation. There are indicators on the bottom of the screen which alert you when an enemy is attacking from the sides or from behind and you will also receive verbal cues from Atreus.

    The only negative aspect of this game is the lack of bosses for how long the game is. Don't get me wrong the bosses that furthered the main plot were amazing (this includes the "main" side quest boss), but the mini bosses were lacking. There are technically plenty of boss fights, but only a few of them I would consider proper boss fights. This does not impact the overall experience however, especially since the main bosses are epic and challenging.

    I wish only the best to Santa Monica going forward and want to thank Sony for providing the proper conditions for a game like this to thrive. 10/10.    … Expand
  28. Joshua_Ariel
    May 10, 2018
    10
    Most amazing gaming experience I have ever had, the combat, the story and the world all combine to give the best experience this generation of consoles has to offer
  29. Bruno-x
    May 10, 2018
    10
    I was very happy and satisfied to play the new GOD OF WAR. I had the opportunity to play the first game - which I loved. I also finished the second one and enjoyed the evolution of the story. The third one I have mixed feelings, because for me Kratos becomes the villain of the story.

    This new game is incredible. The BOOOY is very good, Kratos is much more palatable and the game is    I was very happy and satisfied to play the new GOD OF WAR. I had the opportunity to play the first game - which I loved. I also finished the second one and enjoyed the evolution of the story. The third one I have mixed feelings, because for me Kratos becomes the villain of the story.

    This new game is incredible. The BOOOY is very good, Kratos is much more palatable and the game is difficult in the good way.    … Expand
  30. jairoed111
    May 10, 2018
    10
    This game is a master piece of story telling. It is more than simply playing a game it is an experience that everybody should go through. I have never played a game this good and I’m even offended that breath of the wild has a higher score than this game, now don’t get me wrong it is in fact a great game and I love it but this... it is simply much deeper and immersive that it falls in itsThis game is a master piece of story telling. It is more than simply playing a game it is an experience that everybody should go through. I have never played a game this good and I’m even offended that breath of the wild has a higher score than this game, now don’t get me wrong it is in fact a great game and I love it but this... it is simply much deeper and immersive that it falls in its own league. Cannot wait for the next game! Thanks Cory Barlog.… Expand
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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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