God of War

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  1. triple_co
    Dec 18, 2018
    9
    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of    God Of War is a masterpiece in game design, its expansive and pretty world balanced neatly between narrative-driven pace and explorational freedom.

    Kratos as a character is wonderfully re-imagined and complicated. His son, Atreus, assists in battle and drives much of the plot, doing so without being irritating or falling into typical child-character cliches. There are a ton of customisation options on offer, alternate bonus realms to complete, and a heap of collectibles that you'll need to find if you want to grab that platinum trophy.

    It's tough as nails at points, endlessly rewarding and thoroughly fun. There are a few weaker moments and occasional filler, but for the most part, God Of War is the latest example of game development done to the highest degree. Essential!    … Expand
  2. jeffbizloc
    Dec 18, 2018
    9
    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros: - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories - The father/son aspects were well done - Combat in general made it fun to play - Graphics were outstanding - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great    Beat God of War on normal difficulty. Kratos is back and wiser and more subued?

    Pros:
    - Like that the story is more down key then the usual save the world stories
    - The father/son aspects were well done
    - Combat in general made it fun to play
    - Graphics were outstanding
    - The no load times (even if they tricked you a bit when fast traveling) is quite an accomplishment and great convenience for the player

    Cons:
    - My biggest gripe is normal was too easy but hard had no trophy so I stuck with normal. Beating hard is an achievement - reward it!    … Expand
  3. thadistraction
    Dec 18, 2018
    9
    Excellent story, visuals and deep and complex game mechanics make this one of the best games of the year. Every game has its short comings though and unfortunately for this game it is its' bosses and scope. Their is only one good boss in the game. Every other boss felt easy and unimaginative and wasn't even worth remembering. That being said it still is a great game and deserves one playExcellent story, visuals and deep and complex game mechanics make this one of the best games of the year. Every game has its short comings though and unfortunately for this game it is its' bosses and scope. Their is only one good boss in the game. Every other boss felt easy and unimaginative and wasn't even worth remembering. That being said it still is a great game and deserves one play through, but lacks the replay ability because once the story is done their isn't anything else that makes u want to come back and play it.… Expand
  4. godofdarkx
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    God of war is the best game of this generation and it really remind us how were the games before just works of pure art and this is one of them
  5. SpyJackFlack
    Dec 16, 2018
    10
    There is nothing more to say he, that wasn't said before, A Masterpiece of storytelling and memorable characters.
  6. iXorr
    Dec 15, 2018
    10
    Don't read comments, just go to buy this masterpiece, you will love it. I promise!
  7. VikingViktor
    Dec 15, 2018
    10
    Apenas perfeito... a mitologia nórdica, os gráficos, a história e os personagens, esse jogo realmente evoluiu com essa geração perfeitamente, GOTY com certeza!!!
  8. Deisler
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    i cant believe what i am playing right now, i am 15 Hours in and i can say its the best experience on all platforms since last of us , this game is the best game this gen, and probably a top 10 game of all time, you can beat god of war 3 in 6 hours, but this game even when you rush you will play at least 15 hours; and pure quality gameplay, its thank god not open world average world likei cant believe what i am playing right now, i am 15 Hours in and i can say its the best experience on all platforms since last of us , this game is the best game this gen, and probably a top 10 game of all time, you can beat god of war 3 in 6 hours, but this game even when you rush you will play at least 15 hours; and pure quality gameplay, its thank god not open world average world like ubisoft produces, its about characters, story and impressive art design… Expand
  9. superdetonador
    Dec 13, 2018
    9
    The game is awesome, but it fails to explain how Kratos went to nordic mithology and how it is connected to Greek mithology. The story is a strong point on this game and it can't failed.
  10. SerSpooge
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal. One of the best stories i have ever seen in a game, it drags you in for every twist and turn. The voice acting is out of this world, you can feel the emotion as Kratos grows as a person and as a father throughout the game. On the game play side the combat is brilliantly designed to not become boring and is easily tailored to your preference. One of the very bestAbsolutely phenomenal. One of the best stories i have ever seen in a game, it drags you in for every twist and turn. The voice acting is out of this world, you can feel the emotion as Kratos grows as a person and as a father throughout the game. On the game play side the combat is brilliantly designed to not become boring and is easily tailored to your preference. One of the very best gaming experiences i have had in a long time.… Expand
  11. AllAboutGames
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Even if this was my first God of War experience, I am now a fan of the franchise!
    A great story, told by awesome characters and challenging gameplay made this my game of the year!
  12. fxward
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    perfect game
    best god of war
    it seems like soul game of from soft
    god of war changes very good
  13. tbouniverse
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    I recently finished the story, I think it is an icon for future generations to surpass.

    - Story is very good and invigorates an interest in reading up on Norse mythology. - The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus as they find their way to the highest peak in the realm to spread Faye (Kratos' wife) ashes as per her wish. - The level of challenge is amazing on the 'Give Me A    I recently finished the story, I think it is an icon for future generations to surpass.

    - Story is very good and invigorates an interest in reading up on Norse mythology.
    - The story follows Kratos and his son, Atreus as they find their way to the highest peak in the realm to spread Faye (Kratos' wife) ashes as per her wish.
    - The level of challenge is amazing on the 'Give Me A Challenge' difficulty.
    - Fun world to explore. The level progression system is very good.
    - Endgame is phenomenal. Especially the final endgame boss (anyone who played knows who I'm talking about) - even with maxed out gear, difficulty is SoulsBorne level.
    - 10/10.    … Expand
  14. Putrick
    Dec 9, 2018
    0
    Pésimo, mucho gráfico pero poco la jugabilidad que caracteriza a un god of war, demasiada cinematica que rompe con la fluidez
  15. TheGansoDestroy
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Gran videojuego lo suficiente para ser juego del año este 2018 sin embargo tiene sus fallas ya sea la repetición de enemigos grandes como los troles y ogros pero mas allá de eso es un jugo imprescindible para la ps4 y para aquellos gamers que buscan una buena historia y una gran jugabilidad.
    Santa Monica Estudios a dado en el clavo.
  16. S4urr
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Recuero que lo primero que pensé cuando vi el tráiler de 2016 era que me decepcionaría, pero estaba muy equivocado. Sí que es lo que nadie esperaba, pero sin duda, es una obra maestra.
    La historia y sus personajes están muy bien hechos, y se disfruta muchísimo más del argumento si has jugado antes al menos a la trilogía original de God of War. Las transiciones entre escena y gameplay casi    Recuero que lo primero que pensé cuando vi el tráiler de 2016 era que me decepcionaría, pero estaba muy equivocado. Sí que es lo que nadie esperaba, pero sin duda, es una obra maestra.
    La historia y sus personajes están muy bien hechos, y se disfruta muchísimo más del argumento si has jugado antes al menos a la trilogía original de God of War. Las transiciones entre escena y gameplay casi ni se notan, y no hay ninguna pantalla de carga (o al menos la disimulan bien).
    Los gráficos son espectaculares y los escenarios son preciosos, y están bien estructurados unos sobre otros. Están llenos de coleccionables como distintos tipos de cofres, mejoras, dinero, etc.
    La música, aunque quizá a veces se repita un poco, es genial, aunque en mi opinión no supera a la de los originales.
    El combate en mi opinión se ha vuelto mucho más complejo en comparación al de los anteriores. No nos vamos a engañar, jugarlos en la dificultad más alta solo te obliga a ir con más cuidado. Aquí tienes que ir consiguiendo mejor armadura y mejoras para las armas, además de que ahora hay un gran árbol de habilidades para cada arma. En vez de la mítica mejora de poder simple con algún combo, ahora las armas se mejoran directamente desde la herrería con plata y materiales que se consiguien avanzando en la historia principal y se consiguien nuevos combos y habilidades con la experiencia, dándote a elegir. También se han reemplazado los poderes mágicos por unos ataques especiales que también se pueden mejorar con experiencia y se recargan a los segundos, en vez de tener un medidor de magia.
    La adición de Atreus, el hijo de Kratos, es más útil de lo que pensaba que iba a ser, ya que puede aturdir a los enemigos y puedes mandarle disparar flechas contra enemigos concretos, además de que él también tiene un árbol de habilidades propio.
    Los puzles en general son bastante sencillos, aunque originales, aprovechando la mecánica del hacha de Kratos y la ayuda de Atreus.
    Tiene un late-game bastante extenso, aunque ahí está precisamente el problema para mí. Los combates contra las valquirias están bien, aunque llegan a ser un poco repetitivas, pero los dos reinos extra, Muspelheim y Nifleheim flojean un poco. El primero es una serie de desafíos para ponerte a prueba en combate, y Nifleheim es básicamente una granja de materiales sin sentido. Si no fuera por eso, sería un juego de 10.    … Expand
  17. lightofdark
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    God of War is truly the game of the year and the game of the generation it is a total shame that red dead fanboys can deal with it and come here to leave a negative review such a shame specially when they robbed the awards of best narrative and score they should be banned from this kind of events
  18. lightofx
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    God of War is the the most perfect game ever made red dead is nothing against it and is such a shame that they robbed the best score award
  19. wftinlife
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Game of the year ? no game of the generation? no game of the century? no this is the game of the history of gaming period at difference of the red dead and rock star fanboys that should be ashamed for robbing to God of War in best narrative and the most painful in best score really sad we all least they should get the awards for the most greedy company and best microtransactions
  20. acttoyourage
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This game is well above the word masterpiece God of war is the peak of all gaming from past present and future is such a shame that red dead 2 robbed it the best narrative and worst of all the best score obviously the red dead and rock star fanboys don't know what kind of language is the old norse and also probably don't know that anyone around the world can speak it and the fact that redThis game is well above the word masterpiece God of war is the peak of all gaming from past present and future is such a shame that red dead 2 robbed it the best narrative and worst of all the best score obviously the red dead and rock star fanboys don't know what kind of language is the old norse and also probably don't know that anyone around the world can speak it and the fact that red dead won that award is such a same… Expand
  21. TheMetalGamer
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    What can you say when you have just played the best game of the year? I can tell you about the insanely beautiful world of vikings, how the lore is accurate but with some twist (obviously since well….Kratos) and how the story just grows on you with it’s twist and turns, you just want to keep on playing until you figure it all out. It’s been a long time since I had this feeling with a game,What can you say when you have just played the best game of the year? I can tell you about the insanely beautiful world of vikings, how the lore is accurate but with some twist (obviously since well….Kratos) and how the story just grows on you with it’s twist and turns, you just want to keep on playing until you figure it all out. It’s been a long time since I had this feeling with a game, a game that I can not stop playing and get the urge to calling in sick at work just to play a fantastic game. I played God of War for two weeks intensely, got the platinum for it and loved every single minute of doing so. I dreamed of it when I was asleep, thought about it when at work and when I played it I didn’t want it to end.

    The journey of Kratos and Atreus is one you do not want to miss out on, the game alone is worth getting a Playstation 4 for. Two things I need to point out that I was afraid would take a hit for the worse on this game compared to the rest of the series and that’s the voice acting and ability to jump. Initially I did miss being able to jump but it doesn’t take long until you get familiar with how this new God of War gameplay is, which is in all honestly still very action packed with a lot of combos, just not as many tricks and depth to it as before but I still think they did a good job as I was very negative to that fact before I started playing the game. Then the voice acting, wow just wow. The new Kratos is way better than the old one, and I thought he was good too! Mimir, Atreus and all the others got a spot on casting too and it makes the whole game have a complete package, great voice acting adds oh so much to a game. Just listening to Mimir and Atreus storytelling when being on the boat brought me great joy for example, I can’t remember last time I could just enjoy looking around in a game taking in the environment and listening to characters talk.

    So what are you waiting for? If you got a Playstation 4 there is no reason you shouldn’t be all over this game by now. If you don’t have a Playstation 4 I suggest you get one now and play this game!

    Pros
    It’s so damn beautiful!
    The lore and story is superb.

    Cons
    At times I do miss being able to jump.
    I would like more NPC’s.    … Expand
  22. lifeofgods
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This game is such a masterpiece puts all the other games to shame easily the game of the generation
  23. ramonsalazr1
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Don't matter how many these fake counts give a 0,the game is a masterpiece and nothing will change that.
    And,surprise,surprise...who won GAME OF THE YEAR?God of War,and a lot of new bad scores dropped after the announcement without a review,kkk don't matter,it still game of the year,haters gonna hate.
  24. SmashBros
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Great new direction for the franchise. Not only does it look and play incredibly, but the story is so amazing and immersive. The new Kratos is still a badass and now he’s an actual likable character. Amazing game.
  25. ajgbcool
    Dec 8, 2018
    9
    This game are a must play, Are not a perfect game but, very close to do. If you have a PS4, must play it.
  26. tyano123
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game reallyThis game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game really well. This the RPG I was longing for. God of War is sure is a masterpiece.… Expand
  27. SebastianGoVi
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Simplemente un God of War alucinante y un merecido Game Of The Year
    (para vosotros fanboys de xbox)
  28. C0rven
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game- game of the year i play this game and this is very good game thank u. GAME OF THE YEAR
  29. InternetPerson1
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely beautiful. Probably the best looking games ever made. The game looks and sounds great with monsters making disturbing noises and epic moments drowned out by loud ominous music make every scene even more unforgettable. Kratos and Atreus both grow and learn on their journey. Its a story filled with lore around every corner and a perfectly crafted version of NorseThis game is absolutely beautiful. Probably the best looking games ever made. The game looks and sounds great with monsters making disturbing noises and epic moments drowned out by loud ominous music make every scene even more unforgettable. Kratos and Atreus both grow and learn on their journey. Its a story filled with lore around every corner and a perfectly crafted version of Norse mythology. The journey our characters take really shows off all the great relationships this game has. It has a great father and son dynamic with Kratos constantly scolding his son and teaching him to learn from mistakes of others including Kratos himself. It works really well and the side characters are entertaining and lovable and the villain is probably the best part. The game play is also great hack and slash fun with a lot of diversity and different ways to approach your enemy's. Its all well done and even the RPG like upgrading system works even if it gets grindy post main story.
    The combat never felt old because your constantly learning and obtaining new things and travelling to different places with new enemy's. The side missions are also great fun and exploration is rewarded and a welcome feature. Occasionally the games pacing can be slowed down with some boring tasks and things to do but its very rare. This game is my second perfect score and i would not have it any other way. What a great experience.    … Expand
  30. Gamesearcher1
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    A beautiful story has never been intertwined with such amazing gameplay, and jaw-dropping graphics before, in the way it has been blended in this game. Your main objective is to lay the ashes of Atreus’ mother on the highest peak of all the realms, and the entire story intertwines from there. The story is brilliant in many ways, throwing setbacks every step of the way. One of the brilliantA beautiful story has never been intertwined with such amazing gameplay, and jaw-dropping graphics before, in the way it has been blended in this game. Your main objective is to lay the ashes of Atreus’ mother on the highest peak of all the realms, and the entire story intertwines from there. The story is brilliant in many ways, throwing setbacks every step of the way. One of the brilliant aspects of this game’s story is how its paced, and each new adventure doesn’t feel placed at the last moment. The conflict between Kratos, a man who still struggles to get a grasp on his bloody, god-slaying past, and Atreus, his son, who he constantly refers to as ‘boy’, constantly getting the tiniest flaws pointed out by his father is extremely well-written, and feels real. Along the way, you fight all that Norse mythology can throw at you and the combat, unlike other games that put their story front-and-centre, is extremely well made. The game moved away from the previous iteration’s combat, which was merely focused on mindless 700-hit-combos, to a third-person one, a truly important decision. The Leviathan Axe is a powerful tool, with runes and skill trees also adding depth to the combat. Atreus, in terms of combat, was utilised much better than I thought he would be. Unlike other games in which your companion just loves jumping to the nearest enemy and then shouting for help, Atreus constantly assists you. Even one arrow from him, just by pressing Square, can double the length of a combo, as it staggers enemies for just the right amount of time, and he can be your saviour against certain enemies. The game also looks incredible. I’m still questioning how hardware from 2013 could run this. There is never a bad texture in sight, and while there are a couple clipping issues with the snow sometimes, almost all of it is fine. I’ve never been wowed so many times due to the sheer beauty of a location, as I have in God of War. The soundtrack is, while slightly forgettable compared to what’s elsewhere, well incorporated into the game itself, and the masculine main theme, goes down as one of the best video-game scores of 2018. The freedom is also something I didn’t expect. Especially on the boat, you have a lot to explore. Atreus even nags about this when you’re on a boat. There are so many tasks to do, that it extents the playtime of the already-lengthy campaign. A masterpiece that entertains, saddens and shocks from beginning to end. A must-play even for someone who doesn’t enjoy a story in a video game. And a must-play for everyone else. One of the pinnacles of this generation, and my favourite game of all time.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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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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