God of War

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. Przemun1304
    Mar 28, 2019
    9
    I have played all releases of God of War and this is almost the best one, because III part is still a winner definitely.
    Santa Monica, well done !
  2. blacksmithbl
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    I mean what can I say, there really isn't much that can be said.... This is the best PS4 game of all time. The end.
  3. qwersky
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    This game is very excellent!!! It's like a movie, and the combat is wonderful. What's more, I am satisfied with the plot.
  4. KratosIsBae
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Cory Barlogs masterpiece!
    This game is game of the century, atleast in my opinion. I think that many can agree on that.
    Its just to hard to explain everything. But if you havent bought the game yet, just do it. Cause you wont be disapointed.
  5. Frames24
    Mar 26, 2019
    0
    I am very sad that god of war has turned into some soap opera BS that no one cares about, it's a story about a dad that is trying to educate his son in the ways of killing, very murderous game, wouldn't reccommend for small children. framerate is nice with 24 frames very cinematic but that's about it.
  6. Flyfires1
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    When God of War first showed of during the 2016 E3, I didn't have that much interest for the game as I've never played any of the previous games. As the release date coming closer and closer, the hype around the game got higher, yet I was still not interested, it wasn't until after the game released that I saw more of the gameplay and other reviews that I got hooked on. I brought the gameWhen God of War first showed of during the 2016 E3, I didn't have that much interest for the game as I've never played any of the previous games. As the release date coming closer and closer, the hype around the game got higher, yet I was still not interested, it wasn't until after the game released that I saw more of the gameplay and other reviews that I got hooked on. I brought the game 2 weeks after the release and it was one of the best games I've ever played. The story, graphics, sound, gameplay, and map were all just amazing. The combat system is the most additive combat I've ever played in a video game. The story also had a big impact on me as I never had seen eye to eye with my own dad, but after finishing this game, I've found a view of why he did the things he did when I was little. All in all, the game is an experience that every human should enjoy if they get the chance.… Expand
  7. Imac301
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    This amazing game has many great things going for it and the ones that surprised me the most were the combat and the story. I am fan of games that gives you many options of weapons, builds, and even story choices and God of War has little of this. However, they got the weapon you do use so is so satisfying and powerful and has so many diversities within itself that I never felt I neededThis amazing game has many great things going for it and the ones that surprised me the most were the combat and the story. I am fan of games that gives you many options of weapons, builds, and even story choices and God of War has little of this. However, they got the weapon you do use so is so satisfying and powerful and has so many diversities within itself that I never felt I needed another weapon. The story as well was powerful and meaningful. It's very impressive how they make gods and mystical creatures so human. Obviously the game looks fantastic and runs very smoothly, especially on a PS4 pro. The cool thing is though, this game didn't even reach its full potential that I'm sure the next game in the franchise will reach. The studio will be given more resources due to the success of this game and will most definitely kink out the very few flaws. Overall, this game is amazing and a must have for a playstation user.… Expand
  8. iMustang
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    As someone who's only knowledge of the God of War franchise was a 20 minute youtube video, I walked into this borrowed game very neutral with expectations... And honestly I was nothing short of blown away. The intense combat and visuals is astounding yes, but the game truly holds itself together with a rich and detailed story with writing so incredible you want to hear every characterAs someone who's only knowledge of the God of War franchise was a 20 minute youtube video, I walked into this borrowed game very neutral with expectations... And honestly I was nothing short of blown away. The intense combat and visuals is astounding yes, but the game truly holds itself together with a rich and detailed story with writing so incredible you want to hear every character interaction, even the minor ones. The writing in this game is so amazing that honestly it's more astounding than the visuals and music, which are both also top notch. The choice of using norse mythology as the topic was an exceptionally good one, creating a greater interest in the mythos than I ever had before. Honestly this game was near perfection for me, my only tiny gripe being the reuse of the same mini boss battles after a time. Truly a masterpiece of this generation.… Expand
  9. WillTheWise
    Mar 24, 2019
    8
    I don't want to go into detail about how beautiful the graphics are or how wonderful the story is told, because there's no doubt about that.
    I want to point out that, despite many claims, the gameplay isn't "casualized" nor is it a linear cinematic experience like The Last of Us. In many cases, from level design and exploration to upgrading your character, it plays and feels a lot like    I don't want to go into detail about how beautiful the graphics are or how wonderful the story is told, because there's no doubt about that.
    I want to point out that, despite many claims, the gameplay isn't "casualized" nor is it a linear cinematic experience like The Last of Us. In many cases, from level design and exploration to upgrading your character, it plays and feels a lot like the adventure games we used to play on older consoles like the n64 or ps2 with the only difference that it looks incredible.    … Expand
  10. Lockwood
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Visually stunning, excellent story and great combat (but, you need to get used to it). Looking forward to the next game after the cliffhanger.
  11. Tembeyo
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego es hermoso,recuerdo en el primer god of war,era genial su historia,la II tambien,pero en la III no me gusto tanto solo por los graficos,era un poco exajerado los reflejos.
    Pero esto...Me dejo sin palabras,era lo mas hermoso que eh visto en mi vida,los reflejos,los graficos,la nieve,lo realista que era,y tardaron 5 años.A eso se le llama juegazo.
    10/10 ;D    … Expand
  12. Nbanut23
    Mar 21, 2019
    4
    Funnish but massively overrated. I have been a fan of the series from the beginning and this game might as well not even be a God of War game. The visuals are great but it's combat is like it wants to be the 78th Dark Souls clone. They took every single thing that made the series (button mashing combat, the violence, an angry Kratos) and threw it all out the window. This game is easily theFunnish but massively overrated. I have been a fan of the series from the beginning and this game might as well not even be a God of War game. The visuals are great but it's combat is like it wants to be the 78th Dark Souls clone. They took every single thing that made the series (button mashing combat, the violence, an angry Kratos) and threw it all out the window. This game is easily the most disappointing game I've ever played.… Expand
  13. deWotion
    Mar 21, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Generally I really Liked the game especially the narrative and sound design.
    Now let's look at it point by point:
    1) The picture is just awesome. The scenery is amazing, the implementation of the jormugarner, how they show that the snake is actually huge - very cool to watch.
    2) The difficulty setting is **** up in the meaning that you either steamroll through everything or you dance around getting oneshotted if not panically careful.
    3) There is a lack of boss fights. Pretty much the first one is the best one. Every fight with a miniboss, like a troll or whatever those dudes with pieces of stone were - repetitive as hell.
    4) Overall repetitiveness of the game. You will find yourself doing the same thing over and over again.
    5) Storyline is nice and has some nice twists. Though unless you are 10 and have not read a single book - they will not be surprising for the player.

    Even though I mentioned a lot of negative parts, I would say that it is a must try out experience.    … Expand
  14. Gwyndolin
    Mar 20, 2019
    10
    Forgot to review this masterpiece, but there's really nothing much to say except for it being the best game of 2018.

    I played it on Give Me God of War mode because I felt like I was a badass and I thought i was good at action games. First trash enemy / tutorial fight killed me like 8 times...So for reasons unknown I chose to tough it out all the way through the end, defeating the    Forgot to review this masterpiece, but there's really nothing much to say except for it being the best game of 2018.

    I played it on Give Me God of War mode because I felt like I was a badass and I thought i was good at action games. First trash enemy / tutorial fight killed me like 8 times...So for reasons unknown I chose to tough it out all the way through the end, defeating the optional boss after 4 hours of retries.
    Any game that is able to make me go through such challenges without giving up, giving in, or negatively impacting my impression on how fun it is...is just overwhelmingly exceptional in my book.

    I'm not even a die-hard fan of GoW series, only played 1-3 and one of the portable ones that i don't remember the name of. So i wasn't very hyped about this game at all....but I gotta say this game makes me very hyped for a sequel.

    I find it interesting that it balanced storytelling so well with its gameplay so I'm hooked from 2 different angles...very much like my other favorite game - The last of Us.

    100% i like!    … Expand
  15. Munno
    Mar 20, 2019
    10
    Fantastic! The story is exciting, amazing combat system with level up of skills, game flows perfectly with map exploration that gives a nostalgic feel of classic ps1 rpgs, the soundtrack causes chills, graphics and visuals are stunning, the only thing that could be better is to have a greater variation of giant enemies like the one that carries a huge stone, it appears several times andFantastic! The story is exciting, amazing combat system with level up of skills, game flows perfectly with map exploration that gives a nostalgic feel of classic ps1 rpgs, the soundtrack causes chills, graphics and visuals are stunning, the only thing that could be better is to have a greater variation of giant enemies like the one that carries a huge stone, it appears several times and sometimes can become repetitive, but it does not decrease the magnitude of the game. God of War is a masterpiece. GOTY well deserved.… Expand
  16. nintendofreund
    Mar 19, 2019
    3
    Je suis très déçu par la conception du jeu et espère que sony fera mieux la prochaine fois.
  17. Clanet
    Mar 19, 2019
    5
    The game had it's highs but also a lot of lows, it's not really a game I can recommend, the story felt lackluster but at least there was some humor with kratos and his child to be found in a rather dull story.
  18. tommyjtruong
    Mar 17, 2019
    10
    This is my first God of War title and i must say i was blown away. It strongly deserved game of the year and has become one of my favourite games of all time. The character interaction is so rich and refreshing, the combat is engaging yet not too complicated and the story will always keep you intrigued.
  19. REOKHC
    Mar 17, 2019
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos actualmente en ps4, una evolucion, renovacion de la franquicia perfectamente ejecutada, desde los graficos, banda sonora, jugabilidad de combos, tal vez me hubiera gustado poder gozar de mas tiempo con mas misiones secundarias o mas cosas ocultas dentro del juego pero tambien tiene una historia que abre las puertas a muchos mas caminos y muchas mas historias porUno de los mejores juegos actualmente en ps4, una evolucion, renovacion de la franquicia perfectamente ejecutada, desde los graficos, banda sonora, jugabilidad de combos, tal vez me hubiera gustado poder gozar de mas tiempo con mas misiones secundarias o mas cosas ocultas dentro del juego pero tambien tiene una historia que abre las puertas a muchos mas caminos y muchas mas historias por contar y que estoy dispuesto a esperar el tiempo que sea necesario para ver un juego bien logrado , felicitaciones al equipo de santa monica y el director cory barlog ,… Expand
  20. ProsOfCon
    Mar 17, 2019
    10
    Pretty much everything I've wanted in a game.
    Amazing story with interesting lore that keeps you wanting to know more, the acting/voice acting on top of that just makes it that much better.
    The combat is satisfying, you can feel the weight behind each hit, fairly simple, yet hard to master. The difficulty is brilliant, I feel "Give Me a Challenge" is the best to play, but be warned, you    Pretty much everything I've wanted in a game.
    Amazing story with interesting lore that keeps you wanting to know more, the acting/voice acting on top of that just makes it that much better.
    The combat is satisfying, you can feel the weight behind each hit, fairly simple, yet hard to master.
    The difficulty is brilliant, I feel "Give Me a Challenge" is the best to play, but be warned, you will die a lot.
    I truly believe this is one of, if not THE best game that I've ever played.
    A masterpiece!    … Expand
  21. Frames30
    Mar 16, 2019
    3
    Ich mag zwar die cinematischen 30 Bilder die Sekunde und gute Grafik aber spielerisch hat mich God of War doch sehr enttäuscht als großer Playstation Fan der ersten Stunde hatte ich wesentlich höhere Erwartungen.
  22. alitlou
    Mar 14, 2019
    10
    god of war is the best game that I have played on ps4
    amazing graphic with new gameplay and epic story with one of the best music I've heard
  23. BarelyLewd
    Mar 14, 2019
    10
    Sony know what they are doing, after this game Sony is gonna have one hell of a time topping it, this game got game of the year, and it deserved it, if they announce a sequel it will be a day one buy for sure. GO GET THIS GAME, what are you waiting for?
  24. IKAOU34
    Mar 13, 2019
    8
    It's has an excellent narrative and storyline. But game is too long for a story game. Also boss and enemy diversity are not enough.
  25. sefrabu
    Mar 13, 2019
    8
    It is quite astounding that with such bloodsoaked and boisterous predecessors, the new God of War is all in all quite a cerebral and introspective experience. The cold lands invite you to calmly walk around and inhale it all, to the point that you can almost feel your frosty breath in your throat. There’s no sign of a bloody conflict, only the sad remains thereof and eerie yet cleansingIt is quite astounding that with such bloodsoaked and boisterous predecessors, the new God of War is all in all quite a cerebral and introspective experience. The cold lands invite you to calmly walk around and inhale it all, to the point that you can almost feel your frosty breath in your throat. There’s no sign of a bloody conflict, only the sad remains thereof and eerie yet cleansing silence. By this very setting the game, and it’s a rare feat, employs what is best in any franchise, which is maturing with their audience. Now that you are not a fun-focused teenager infatuated with the impune violence, and you might have even become a parent yourself, you might find yourself brooding over your past while making sure that your kid becomes something better. In that way, it actually is “dad simulator” which many gamers jokingly nicknamed this bold attempt at being an actual adult entertainment, but if a simulator it is, it’s the best one I’ve played in a long time now.… Expand
  26. Africanus
    Mar 11, 2019
    8
    Es un muy buen juego, con excelente historia y muy buenos cinemáticos. El juego es lineal, no permite interactuar con todo el mapa y sólo puedes escalar y saltar cuando y donde se permite; sin embargo, la historia es muy buena y deja muchas cosas a la imaginación respecto a lo que será la próxima entrega del juego.
  27. Roman9911
    Mar 11, 2019
    10
    Я конечно не являлся фанатом этой серии игры, но могу сказать как на любителя, это игра просто экшенская
  28. Ealgerino
    Mar 9, 2019
    10
    Masterful. If only every single game in the world could be like this. I have ridiculously high hopes for the next games in the series, and they'll be hard to beat because this game is a masterpiece
  29. dasmh
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    GoW4 is so great. I feel completely immersed in this game. I hope more games like that come.
  30. GamesXpert
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    The only bad thing about this game is its title.Shouldn't be God of War but God of Videogames!!!Legendary video game,I thank god I lived to play this!
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  1. Positive: 118 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 118
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  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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