God of War

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. Batmin
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    God of War nos enseña que los videojuegos pueden llegar a ser llamados o denominados como arte, este juego muestra que una empresa que piensa antes en sus clientes y no en el dinero puedes hacer maravillas, el juego puede ser llamado perfecto, no solo en historia y jugabilidad, es por como llega a desarrollar la trama y sus personajes, este juego demuestra que no necesitas DLC's,God of War nos enseña que los videojuegos pueden llegar a ser llamados o denominados como arte, este juego muestra que una empresa que piensa antes en sus clientes y no en el dinero puedes hacer maravillas, el juego puede ser llamado perfecto, no solo en historia y jugabilidad, es por como llega a desarrollar la trama y sus personajes, este juego demuestra que no necesitas DLC's, contenidos extra o microtransacciones para llegar a los fans, solo debes crear un producto de calidad… Expand
  2. raikofwar
    Aug 1, 2018
    10
    GOD OF WAR is easily the best game of this entire generation and also is the best thing that could ever happened to the gaming industry on these years showing us that we don't need multiplayer games with battle royal modes and microtransactions or games with over 160 hours to have fun or feel all kind of emotions, GOD OF WAR is here to remind us how games have to be made even if it meansGOD OF WAR is easily the best game of this entire generation and also is the best thing that could ever happened to the gaming industry on these years showing us that we don't need multiplayer games with battle royal modes and microtransactions or games with over 160 hours to have fun or feel all kind of emotions, GOD OF WAR is here to remind us how games have to be made even if it means go against all the industry and the costumers specially on these times where everyone wants more of the same here is where GOD OF WAR shines above the rest of the games of this generation while others games give us massive multiplayers or massive open worlds GOD OF WAR give us something simple and basic with no additional content but that's the point, GOD OF WAR is a masterpiece because it gathers the best thing of the past, present, and future of gaming and it changes these same aspects in a way that i couldn't believe possible and it shouldn't exist an example of this? we only have to look at another masterpieces of this and the last generation
    THE WITCHER 3 WILD HUNT and THE LAST OF US are the most brilliant games ever made one because of its narrative and the other because its massive open world but how does GOD OF WAR rises above this two? well that's easy to answer it's because GOD OF WAR wasn't afraid of change and not a simple change but a huge change. In this new game we are capable of finally see how someone who was so consumed by his hate is able to show that he has emotions just like all of us but that's not the only thing that changes it changes its gameplay and brings a little map with all type of secrets to be discover so far it doesn't seem anything new that we haven't seen yet right? well here is where GOD OF WAR changes all this it makes you feel so little in such an immersive place and it's place that isn't even bigger than most open world games plus it has a determined amount of time to complete the story and wherever you go you will find fragmenst of the story that will keep you up during your journey it will give you a reason to fight for you or for others
    GOD OF WAR truly is the pinnacle of gaming and it deserves all the praise and even more for showing once again why video games are art and why the industry should change for the greater good of this art now we can only hope for the future to be even greater with the help of GOD OF WAR    … Expand
  3. DrNDRFNZ
    Jul 27, 2018
    10
    God of War is a shining example of why Playstation is the best place to play. I haven’t been able to put it down. After 6 full play throughs and 1 platinum trophy later I’m still not tired of this game. I can’t wait for a sequel.

    Reasons why I gave this game a 10.... (This doesn’t mean it’s perfect. No game is!) 1) Combat is exciting. There are plenty of combos and runic attacks to    God of War is a shining example of why Playstation is the best place to play. I haven’t been able to put it down. After 6 full play throughs and 1 platinum trophy later I’m still not tired of this game. I can’t wait for a sequel.

    Reasons why I gave this game a 10....
    (This doesn’t mean it’s perfect. No game is!)
    1) Combat is exciting. There are plenty of combos and runic attacks to keep things interesting. It doesn’t get that difficult unless you choose the “Give Me God of War” setting. However, enemy variety is probably the weakest part of the entire game. This is most likely because they are saving a lot for future titles.
    2) Graphics are stellar. There is no real argument to the contrary.
    3) Exploration is extensive. This is a big game and there is so much to see. It isn’t hard to find large new areas. If you put in a moderate amount of effort you won’t miss much.
    4) Leveling is straight forward. There are minimal weapon stats to increase so the majority of your level is armor depended.
    5) Story is captivating. There are multiple character arches you will experience. I found myself sympathetic at some parts and annoyed at others but that is what excellent writing does. It makes you feel something. I’ll also include lore here and say I learned so much about God of War’s take on Norse mythology. The only thing is that it left little to the imagination by stating it in a direct way.
    6) Pacing is fairly well done during the main campaign. Even during times when all you’re doing is traveling from one place to the other the devs added clever ways to keep your attention.
    7) Most of all, after I had finished everything there was to do in the entire game I wanted to see and experience more and more and more.

    Do yourself a favor and get this game. Thank you Sony Santa Monica!!!    … Expand
  4. Darksonic981968
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Absolutely love This game! I find it lots of fun to play the graphics are amazing, the game play may be a little hard for some people but its easy for me and I think its easy enough for me to grasp.

    As much as I want to admit this game is a lot better than God of War 3 the Remastered version mainly because of the difference in graphics but also mainly because of the fact that in God of    Absolutely love This game! I find it lots of fun to play the graphics are amazing, the game play may be a little hard for some people but its easy for me and I think its easy enough for me to grasp.

    As much as I want to admit this game is a lot better than God of War 3 the Remastered version mainly because of the difference in graphics but also mainly because of the fact that in God of War 3 you have puzzles that are 3 times more difficult to accomplish than in God of War.    … Expand
  5. Suhailmustafa01
    Jul 29, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best games on PS4 right now. Great gameplay, fully realized characters, amazing final boss fight. Just wow.
  6. Magi6677
    Jul 29, 2018
    10
    It is as good as you have heard and if you haven't played it yet then stop what your doing and enjoy a game that will be remembered as one of the ps4's very best.
  7. Jacome_Bomfim
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Honestly all aspects of the game are sensational, it gets along as well as an action game, if you do well as an RPG, and still sustains a great narrative with a very beautiful and delicious world to explore.
  8. ScyryuS
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is close to perfection. Graphics, art, story, plot, voice acting, gameplay, soundtrack, puzzles, exploration, replayability. It checks all the boxes and makes the game a masterpiece.
  9. dami123lol
    Aug 3, 2018
    10
    God of War is, without a doubt, the best game that I have ever played in my life. Its honestly got everything.
  10. SavagexKing30
    Aug 2, 2018
    10
    even with it being taken into a new direction, God Of War is still the great game it always has been. such an amazing story, beautiful graphics, a new form of gameplay for the series and so much more, its an absolutely MUST OWN for ANY Playstation 4 member. an exclusive title you don't wanna miss. An absolute masterpiece.
  11. Tenjoma555
    Aug 6, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, I've spent hours and hours playing this game and It's simply perfect graphics, history, music all is perfect. I recommend this game, This God of war is a Masterpiece.
  12. MarcusMarra
    Aug 7, 2018
    10
    Best game of all time. Waiting anxiously for the next part of the game. I recommend!
  13. Pale-Ryder
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Graphics 10/10
    Sound 10/10
    Game play 10/10
    Story 10/10
    This is a must play the only thing i find bad is that i wish there was some story dlc for something to add to the story, really leaves you wanting more
  14. GuiFantoni
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    Jogo Maravilhoso, quem diz o contrário não entende nada sobre videogames. É uma verdadeira obra de arte feita pela Sony.
  15. Demitrius
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    I have always been a huge fan of the God of War series. I remember when God of War 3 came out and it blew me away. When I played Ascension I realized that I got tired by its gameplay and combat and I wanted something more. Something new, such as a deeper story or a big improvement in the combat and gameplay. God of War (2018) granted my wishes, but went way beyond from what I expected andI have always been a huge fan of the God of War series. I remember when God of War 3 came out and it blew me away. When I played Ascension I realized that I got tired by its gameplay and combat and I wanted something more. Something new, such as a deeper story or a big improvement in the combat and gameplay. God of War (2018) granted my wishes, but went way beyond from what I expected and wished for.

    God of War (2018) is about Kratos and his son Atreus. Kratos has put his chaotic past behind many years ago and has moved to the world of the Norse Gods to have a family and to live in peace. Kratos and Atreus' intention is to honor his wife/his mom last wish to carry her ashes to the top of the highest mountain in the Nine Realms.    … Expand
  16. Ganaph
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    Tudo desde a exploraçao dos mundos ate os personagem é simplesmente foda o level desing e as lutas sao naturais, e tem chefes escondidos dificeis para um cacete, ancioso para o God Of War 5 OU 2 sla qual vai ser o titulo
  17. Alexco2003
    Oct 20, 2021
    10
    This game is the best game I have ever played. This franchise is the best franchise ever made. Kratos is the best character ever made.
  18. steney3
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Le game design de ce jeu est absolument exceptionnel, entre les combats clairement très bien foutu avec une variété de dingue et Atreus est utile tout au long du jeu, de plus la hache de Kratos qui sert aussi à exploiter toutes les subtilités du level design comme pour trouver les sceaux à détruire, couper les lianes en même temps sur Alf, verrouillé des mécanisme qui nous oblige àLe game design de ce jeu est absolument exceptionnel, entre les combats clairement très bien foutu avec une variété de dingue et Atreus est utile tout au long du jeu, de plus la hache de Kratos qui sert aussi à exploiter toutes les subtilités du level design comme pour trouver les sceaux à détruire, couper les lianes en même temps sur Alf, verrouillé des mécanisme qui nous oblige à continuer à pied...

    Il y a quelques aller retour dans le trame principal mais à chaque fois on débloque un nouvel équipement qui peut servir à exploiter le level design plus en profondeur et explorer la map, c'est vraiment plaisant.

    Concernant l'histoire, je la trouve absolument génial, la narration de Cory Barlog est toujours aussi subtile, imprévisible et bien travaillée, les personnages sont tous très charismatiques et l'ambiance est palpitante. Malgré les tonnes de théorie, on ne peut pas prédire la fin. Une seconde partie est toujours aussi bonne car elle permet de se rendre compte que tout était là sous nos yeux mais vous l'aviez pas remarqué.

    Je conseille ce jeu, un vrai chef d'oeuvre, les **** défaut ne sont juste que superficiel.    … Expand
  19. Its-Titan
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    As a long time God of war this game does everything i wanted great story great combat with a good story and most of all it revamps and 1 dimensional character in kratos. The gameplay keeps you involved when the great story telling. Every ps4 owner should get this game.
  20. Nadigo
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    One does not simply review this epic masterpiece.
    Congratulations and please keep it up, but don't take so long to make the next one.
  21. Puhaki
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    Amazing and Awesome.
    I can't find the expression how to feel by playing this game.
    Actually, I have played the series of GOD OF WAR such as GOD OF WAR 3, 4.
    But GOD OF WAR 4 has complete and well made.
    I have no doubt that GOD OF WAR 4 get the Game Of The Year.
  22. Ervinator007
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    God of War is personally the best game I've ever played. The combat and story are fabulous. When you are in combat, you can feel what Kratos is feeling.
    If I could describe the new God of War with one word. EXCELLENT.
  23. enesemini
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, amazing gameplay, intuitive controls, amazing graphics, amazing story.

    It's not perfect, but much better than most of the games that are made nowadays.
  24. LuRiD795
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    Игра с лучшей боёвкой, какую я только видел. Так же очень классный сюжет, дающий потенциал на сиквел, интересные персонажи и вообще атмосфера мира скандинавской мифологии, а ко всему этому ещё и очень качественный лвл-дизайн с красивой графикой. Маст хэв для пс4. Вообщем 10 из 10.Игра с лучшей боёвкой, какую я только видел. Так же очень классный сюжет, дающий потенциал на сиквел, интересные персонажи и вообще атмосфера мира скандинавской мифологии, а ко всему этому ещё и очень качественный лвл-дизайн с красивой графикой. Маст хэв для пс4. Вообщем 10 из 10.
  25. Vitolo98
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    RDR2 will have to revolutionize gaming entirely if it wants to take the 2018 game of the year crown away from God of war. God of war IS THAT GOOD!!! People Who rate it negatively are either xbox fanboys or nostalgic old gow players.
  26. josphcazr
    Aug 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gracias por poner las espadas del caos dentro del juego sin duda es la mejor parte espero que para el siguiente título tenga se pueda ver algo mas de los Dioses griegos en la historia… Expand
  27. Jaywillis13
    Aug 29, 2018
    10
    God of War was a game I didn't pay attention to when it was revealed back in 2016, and didn't follow up with it until a week before its' release. I had watched people play the original games, but never had the urge to dive in myself. After hearing a few of my trusted game reviewers praising this game leading up to the release, I figured I'd try it out. Now, four months later, I still findGod of War was a game I didn't pay attention to when it was revealed back in 2016, and didn't follow up with it until a week before its' release. I had watched people play the original games, but never had the urge to dive in myself. After hearing a few of my trusted game reviewers praising this game leading up to the release, I figured I'd try it out. Now, four months later, I still find myself playing for hours at a time, immersing myself in the world of Kratos and Artreus again and again. I cannot stress how good of a game this is, from the story development to combat, everything was done to perfection. The character development is on equal footing to Joel and Ellie in The Last of Us, another game I love. As an introduction to the world of Kratos and God of War, it did wonders. Can't wait for future stories Santa Monica has in store for Kratos and Company.… Expand
  28. alexwojtowich
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    Jeeeeez. When this game got announced I was overally hyped, even though being a big fan of the series, but as time passed and we got closer to release my hype level for this game was out of this world and it still delivered. Best PlayStation 4 exclusive game by far and I after the outstanding story came to an end, I am left waiting for my next adventure in this new God of War Trilogy.
  29. TropShop
    Sep 3, 2018
    10
    First of all, every single negative review of this game falls under two categories, blatant trolling or unfair comparisons to previous GoW titles. Neither should be taken seriously as these are unethical methods of reviewing a game. Having said that, God of war met my expectations and then smashed right through them on all fronts. Combat, graphics, animaions, story, character progression,First of all, every single negative review of this game falls under two categories, blatant trolling or unfair comparisons to previous GoW titles. Neither should be taken seriously as these are unethical methods of reviewing a game. Having said that, God of war met my expectations and then smashed right through them on all fronts. Combat, graphics, animaions, story, character progression, exploration. Completely reinvents God of war while setting a new standard for video games. Game of the millennium.… Expand
  30. Sohailph1
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, no doubt it's one of the best games of the last decade or so.
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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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