God of War

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  1. vintagemars
    Jul 12, 2018
    10
    This game is completely re-imagined very thoughtfully from previous god of war games. Its more of an emotional journey unlike most games, where the player is forced to do particular tasks. Few of my friends who never play video games fell in love with this game. This game is definitely a keeper.
  2. Vankip
    Jul 12, 2018
    10
    God of War 2018 is a game from the highest echelon where there are such mastadons as The Last of Us, Uncharted 4, Half-Life 2, Resident Evil 4. That is, when the game is something more than a very qualitatively made product. The previous parts were just good games, they were very far from Notydog games. The script was never a good side and the diologists were primitive. The new Gadovar isGod of War 2018 is a game from the highest echelon where there are such mastadons as The Last of Us, Uncharted 4, Half-Life 2, Resident Evil 4. That is, when the game is something more than a very qualitatively made product. The previous parts were just good games, they were very far from Notydog games. The script was never a good side and the diologists were primitive. The new Gadovar is good and the gameplay (the combat system is great here) and the story. Kratos is not a flat character. It's not just a bald, yelling Spartan with one goal. This is a well-written character, very deep. In general, this is the next step in the evolution of the studio. It is seen that all have matured and now it is not enough to create a meat game. Now this is a manual design project. I really look forward to the continuation.… Expand
  3. DrZomboid
    Jul 11, 2018
    8
    Totally different GoW, more like Uncharted concept. Middle of game is a bit boring. No difference between 1080p and 4K. 60fps is good on Pro
  4. Mablack
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    No esperaba nada, pero esto fue mucho mas de lo que me imagine. Simplemente me fascino
  5. huiboy
    Jul 10, 2018
    9
    You don’t realize the quality of this game until you start playing others. The combat becomes increasingly more addictive and rewarding and the cutscenes are a pleasure to watch. Something about this game didn’t make me super excited to get keep playing but still I usually had a great time when I did. The endgame is great for several hours and is definitely worth completing If you’re intoYou don’t realize the quality of this game until you start playing others. The combat becomes increasingly more addictive and rewarding and the cutscenes are a pleasure to watch. Something about this game didn’t make me super excited to get keep playing but still I usually had a great time when I did. The endgame is great for several hours and is definitely worth completing If you’re into getting the best endgame gear. I consider coming back just for the endgame options after I’ve played all the great PS4 titles.… Expand
  6. Torugo
    Jul 9, 2018
    10
    Com certeza o melhor jogo que eu já joguei na vida, não consigo nem pensar em colocar defeitos, foi até melhor que eu esperava, e com certeza os que virão em sequência serão melhores ainda, creio eu que esse jogo seja apenas uma introdução ao que virá, e ainda assim é uma obra prima.
  7. Arturobisley
    Jul 9, 2018
    3
    Most overrated game ever. Gave up half way through once I realised it wasn't going to live up to all of the hyperbole or even be fun. Metal Gear Survive is way better!!
  8. MicheleP
    Jul 7, 2018
    10
    Esse é um dos melhores jogos já feito pela humanidade. God of War é perfeito em história, gameplay, cenário, música. Não tem palavras que descreva essa obra-prima. Se você ainda tem dúvidas, jogue.
  9. TeslaG
    Jul 7, 2018
    10
    When the first reviews arrived, I was on a holiday in Indonesia, i was mind blown how positive the reviews they were and people's reaction online was euphoric, the hype was only building inside of me. I was a longtime fan of the old Gow games , but after completing the third installment, then I've had enough of this Greek mythology, but I needed to try this game, I bought it right after IWhen the first reviews arrived, I was on a holiday in Indonesia, i was mind blown how positive the reviews they were and people's reaction online was euphoric, the hype was only building inside of me. I was a longtime fan of the old Gow games , but after completing the third installment, then I've had enough of this Greek mythology, but I needed to try this game, I bought it right after I came home from my vacation. Only thing I was worried about was if it couldn't live up to my expectations, but from the moment I started I was absolutely amazed at how beautiful it was (I have a ps4 pro), the action was sublim and fast responsive, sound, music and voice was brilliant! I found myself playing for 7 or 8 hours because I was sucked in the story. the boss battles are amazing too so much can be said about this game, and from my perspective it's only positive, I can't remember last time I've played a mesmerizing game line this, and I am a gamer and a collector. have almost all consoles ever made and with so many games for each console, I must admit that God of war 2018 has blown my world! it's in the top 5 of my personal favorites. thank you so much for making this amazing game, and make me somehow fall in love with gaming all over again.… Expand
  10. metaboar
    Jul 7, 2018
    7
    A lot of fun but I do kind of miss the old more goofy god of war cutscenes were you ripped apart gods constantly haha
  11. Co-Odyssey
    Jul 7, 2018
    7
    I feel that God of War (2018) is a fine, well polished game with a chunky story. However I feel it is very linear and somewhat lacking in replay-ability. While the game play is polished it lacks nuance, it is the same over the shoulder combat we've seen for the last 5 years. The the story feels somewhat by the numbers, the emotional aspects of the characters are told to the player yetI feel that God of War (2018) is a fine, well polished game with a chunky story. However I feel it is very linear and somewhat lacking in replay-ability. While the game play is polished it lacks nuance, it is the same over the shoulder combat we've seen for the last 5 years. The the story feels somewhat by the numbers, the emotional aspects of the characters are told to the player yet rarely shown. God of War fails to bring anything new to the table, but it's a decent refinement of what one would expect.… Expand
  12. SavageeRancor
    Jul 6, 2018
    10
    Every time I played this game it got better and better. The combat is fun and challenging. The story is phenomenal. Instantly better than the previous GoWs.
  13. Vextrell
    Jul 5, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I almost forgot about my job because of this game... I am not a father(hopefully not in the nearest 4 years), but the way Kratos's child changed in the game, the way I changed my view of him in the game. It was awesome. Though I felt bad about Freyja, as it hurt me to see her loose something you hold dear of. But this is life, and you must accept, that such things could happen....
    Game of year for me.    … Expand
  14. SmithROrus
    Jul 5, 2018
    6
    God, this game turned out to be soooo mediocre. I was too much excited i guess and i waited for more.

    First of all, visuals and sound is great. I'm no diehard fan of the old series and i'm totally fine with the new concept: more about adventure instead of a hardcore slasher. Great, i love characters, plot and adventure. However, the level design (gameplay-wise!!!) is as bland,    God, this game turned out to be soooo mediocre. I was too much excited i guess and i waited for more.

    First of all, visuals and sound is great. I'm no diehard fan of the old series and i'm totally fine with the new concept: more about adventure instead of a hardcore slasher. Great, i love characters, plot and adventure.

    However, the level design (gameplay-wise!!!) is as bland, generic and uninspiring as it can be. Here's a spot with 10 monsters appearing out of nowhere so you could swing your axe, here's a spot with a puzzle because we're ADVENTURING, here's a dialogue spot so you could get more attached to your son, here's 10 monsters respawning out of thin air in case if you got bored, our dear player. Oh, here's another copypaste puzzle to throw your axe at something, we hope you're satisfied with how were spoonfeeding you our rich content. Right, and don't forget to collect all the glowing **** and check every corner because we have ancient sarcophagi lying here and there for you to collect more glowing ****.

    Combat is boring and uninspiring again. I've chosen the third difficulty (one level above default one) so i'm not sure how it's at the default settings, but i hate how you need to hit every single enemy (even the basic ones) at least 10-20 times to kill it. You deal miserable damage and have to keep clicking and clicking and clicking one or two buttons till that bastard is dead and you can move on to the next one until they stop freaking respawning. Guess it doesn't come as a suprise that you die in 3-4 blows. Bosses take a ton of clicking before they go down of course. Camera is pretty bad too. It can't properly autolock targets even when autolock is on, it can't show who's attacking you from behind with "autolock = on" until you rotate the camera manually, sometimes it fails to lock-switch to next target after you killed the current one. Jeez, i started God of War after i finished Vampyr (yeah, the one from Dontnod who previously made an adventure about school girls) and you know what? I find the combat system and the camera in Vampyr more satisfying compared to this game.

    How is this game getting 10 out of 10s all over the place? Have people gone made? This game is terribly overrated.    … Expand
  15. Punna23
    Jul 5, 2018
    7
    The game is great. Graphics are good for ps4 and especially HDR looks stunning. Story is fantastic and I am honestly looking forward to the next installments.

    The chest finding and puzzle solving side of the game is good but some of them get so laborious that I ended up leaving them behind or consulting YouTube. Anyway, the main problem with this game for me is the combat system. It    The game is great. Graphics are good for ps4 and especially HDR looks stunning. Story is fantastic and I am honestly looking forward to the next installments.

    The chest finding and puzzle solving side of the game is good but some of them get so laborious that I ended up leaving them behind or consulting YouTube.

    Anyway, the main problem with this game for me is the combat system. It is quite bad at least for me. The camera sits too close behind you that you have no idea what's happening around you. This was a huge difference from previous god of war games that made the combat worse in my opinion. The enemies are just as many and just as active (if not more) as previous God of War games but you have no view of what's happening around you, which handicaps you.

    To add to that now blocking does not block attacks from behind you which has always been the case throughout GoW games. This makes that game a painful chore of hitting a enemy twice and them evading hoping no one is going to hit you. Completing a combo is a rare blessing in this game, something that made me fall in love with GoW games.

    To add to all this there are way more unblockable attacks and block breakers in this game that previous games which makes it even more frustrating. Some of the fights are literally throwing an axe and recalling a few times or swinging a few hits then dodging for 10 sec or so and rinse and repeat.

    And the worst part is, sometimes the evading system doesn't even save you. I would be actively evading (not trying to fight just evading) and some of them enemy attacks would still hit me, especially the ware-wolves and to a lesser extent the travelers.

    All in all the combat has been made a lot harder and lot less focused on fun. I remember when playing God of war 1 and 3 I could just sit there holding block waiting for the right moment to attach, I felt powerful and in charge but not in this game.

    But game does get more fun later.
    And I would recommend it to play at least once.    … Expand
  16. phoamsw0rd13
    Jul 5, 2018
    8
    The story and combat are among the best gaming has to offer. The other aspects aren't as impressive. I'd say this game is The Last of Us meets Dark Souls. Great story, great combat, complex enough for veterans but approachable enough for newbies like me. You can really feel the passion that the team at Santa Monica Studios poured into making this game. AVOID SPOILERS AT ALL COSTS!!!
  17. komiszkrissz
    Jul 5, 2018
    10
    Playing games since 1992. God of War is probably the best game I've ever experienced for many reasons. The combat system (after mastering it) is probably the most accessible and the most complex (yes! both) at the same time.
    Strongly recommended 2 playthroughs:
    - normal difficulty focusing on main story (skip side quests) - Give me God of War difficulty with immersive HUD Can't    Playing games since 1992. God of War is probably the best game I've ever experienced for many reasons. The combat system (after mastering it) is probably the most accessible and the most complex (yes! both) at the same time.
    Strongly recommended 2 playthroughs:
    - normal difficulty focusing on main story (skip side quests)
    - Give me God of War difficulty with immersive HUD

    Can't wait for next entry in the series ...    … Expand
  18. Vicarious1
    Jul 4, 2018
    10
    Get off of metacritic and go play this game! 10 out of 10 in graphics, sound, gameplay, controls, immersion....simply 10s all around. This game is pretty long as well if you side quest a bit. Which you will probably want to do just to explore these beautiful environments. Seriously, why are you still reading this? Go play Dad of War NOW!!!
  19. ZuraSix
    Jul 4, 2018
    10
    God of war 2018 is in every sense of the word a modern gaming masterpiece. Amazing characters, Amazing Story, Amazing combat, Amazing setting, just everything about this game is Outstanding. Of course, like every game there are flaws, but in God of War there are very very little, and all the incredible aspects in God Of War heavily overpower the small flaws, and makes you barely rememberGod of war 2018 is in every sense of the word a modern gaming masterpiece. Amazing characters, Amazing Story, Amazing combat, Amazing setting, just everything about this game is Outstanding. Of course, like every game there are flaws, but in God of War there are very very little, and all the incredible aspects in God Of War heavily overpower the small flaws, and makes you barely remember them once finishing the game. A must buy, a must play, a must experience.… Expand
  20. HTGamer
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    The new God of War, nicknamed "Dad of War", game is a great reimagining of the beloved Playstation exclusive series. Forget the Kratos you knew. This is God of War meets The Last of Us and Dark Souls, in an open world RPG environment.

    Kratos is an older, bearded and surprisingly calm character who has moved from ancient Greece to the Nordic lands. Kratos now has a 10-years-old son named    The new God of War, nicknamed "Dad of War", game is a great reimagining of the beloved Playstation exclusive series. Forget the Kratos you knew. This is God of War meets The Last of Us and Dark Souls, in an open world RPG environment.

    Kratos is an older, bearded and surprisingly calm character who has moved from ancient Greece to the Nordic lands. Kratos now has a 10-years-old son named Atreus, and tries to teach him about survival and how to grow up. Along their journey to honor the last wish of Kratos' wife and Atreus' mother Faye who has passed away, they encounter many different kinds of beings and deities from the Norse mythology. The storyline is great and more human than past games, it will appeal especially to parents. The game's narrative has shifted to a more filmic approach, with the camera being close to Kratos' shoulder (Resident Evil 4-style). The camera is innovative in that it's a single cut for the whole game, there are no black screens between gameplay and real-time cut-scenes.

    Gameplay has changed into a Dark Souls style of open world RPG action game, with a challenging combat. Action mostly takes place on a single large map (Midgard) but there are 5 smaller ones (based on the 9 Realms of Norse mythology) to explore, too. The main story path is a series of linear levels inside an open map, but you can also perform other standard open world side activities (errands, side quests, challenges, etc.) in any order you want. That way you gain XP, materials and money to upgrade your stats, skills and equipment. There is no platforming, but there are some environmental puzzles like in the old games. Combat is very much like Dark Souls, you have a shield on one hand and a melee weapon in the other, plus some magical attacks. Atreus can help Kratos in battle, by distracting enemies and/or slightly damaging them with his arrows.

    Graphics in this game are beautiful, the best on PS4 along with Horizon: Zero Dawn and Uncharted 4: A Thief's End. On PS4 the game runs at 1080p/30 fps, on PS4 Pro you can choose between performance mode (unlocked frame rate 40-50 fps at 1080p) or resolution mode (checkerboard 4K at 30 fps). The soundtrack is also great. Voice acting is stellar.

    This game is great, but isn't perfect. Even though Midgard is a big open map, there are no roaming NPCs at all. Opening chests in this game usually means solving some boring environmental puzzles, and it can get tiresome. Boss fights are very few, you battle one certain enemy 3 or 4 times across the journey, and there are another 2 bosses (a duo and the dragon). Trolls and Ancients are really mini-bosses after you encounter these for the 1st time. The lack of big boss fights leaves you with the sense the game is a prelude to a sequel (especially considering the secret ending). Most enemies are fairly challenging and fun to battle, but there are some unfair encounters where high-level enemies can one-shot you even with the shield up. And because the camera is very close, you will sometimes be hit by your left or right when surrounded by entire mobs and die without seeing it coming. The human-sized enemies are OK to battle, but the larger ones are disappointing. Trolls are repetitive, the stone-made Ancients are horrible (you have to throw the axe to their chests when open). But the Dragon boss fight in particular was a poorly-designed attempt at battling a gigantic foe in a small arena. Nothing will ever top the Kronos battle in God of War 3.

    TLDR: God of War is an open world action RPG game with an actually great story to follow. The main story is 15-20 hours long, and expect to spend even more time than that on side content. It's the ideal mix of linear games and open world games, without too much linearity and with no filler content typical of open world games.

    If you like games such as The Last of Us, Dark Souls and open world RPGs, you 'll like this new version of God of War, but if you can't get past the old games, this may not be for you.    … Expand
  21. TheHeroOfWeird
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    All around best game in the past year I cannot think of anything to say bad about it stunning visuals outstanding story and amazing gameplay I would have to say god of war definitely deserves to be a candidate for GOTY
  22. Sitranine
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    This was overwhelmingly beautiful, immense in visual scale, mechanically flawless, and emotionally resonant. The score is brilliant. The script fleshes out Kratos and Atreus' close relationship deftly and convincingly. Combat is tactically complex and challenging - the best third person systems I've ever played. The only flaw I find is that a great deal of realms are closed to you. I'mThis was overwhelmingly beautiful, immense in visual scale, mechanically flawless, and emotionally resonant. The score is brilliant. The script fleshes out Kratos and Atreus' close relationship deftly and convincingly. Combat is tactically complex and challenging - the best third person systems I've ever played. The only flaw I find is that a great deal of realms are closed to you. I'm eager to see, especially with such a whammy ending, where the story goes next.… Expand
  23. sergjoni
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    Игра потрясающая, другого прилагательного не подобрать. На мой взгляд это лучший эксклюзив Sony со времен Uncharted 4 и Last of us.
    Хочу перечислить плюсы:
    Шикарная графика; Увлекательный, хоть и простой сюжет; Наличие "живых" NPC, которые своими диалогами заставляют поверить в происходящее; Высокий уровень сложности (сам играл на достойном испытании, и при таком выборе без прямых    Игра потрясающая, другого прилагательного не подобрать. На мой взгляд это лучший эксклюзив Sony со времен Uncharted 4 и Last of us.
    Хочу перечислить плюсы:

    Шикарная графика;
    Увлекательный, хоть и простой сюжет;
    Наличие "живых" NPC, которые своими диалогами заставляют поверить в происходящее;
    Высокий уровень сложности (сам играл на достойном испытании, и при таком выборе без прямых рук врагов не одолеть (привет Dark Souls);
    Топор работает как Мьёльнер Тора из Марвел, очень круто;
    Наличие разновидности мувсета позволяет делать настоящие комбо, которые не просто необходимы для красоты, а позволяют именно побеждать. Данная концепция мне напомнила файтинги, которые я тоже очень люблю (привет MKX).
    Наличие интересных головоломок.

    Минусы:

    Короткая основная сюжетная линия, многие забрасывают игру из-за этого и не стремятся исследовать, но это не мой случай, мне в играх нравится challenge, и игра тебе его бросает;
    Игра наверное все же рассчитана на PS4 Pro, моя обычная плойка шумит как международный джет.    … Expand
  24. ilasgear
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    lo unico malo es que lo acabe :( JUEGAZO!!!! Cory Barlog se la rifo!! sin duda una obra maestra
  25. Phantomninja7
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    There are games that are good, beautiful, and amazing, but this one is a masterpiece. The best game I have played so far this year, and probably GOTY. For me one of the best games on the current gen so far. Congratulations Santa Monica, you nailed this one!!!
  26. ahriyo
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    What a game ! Just go for it ! Ok, i have to admit, it works even more if you have a child in your real life !
    But anyway, the story is great, the graphics are amazing, the transition gameplay/cine are awesome, the world is so detailed and evolving, that it feels alive ! A good immersion, a bit of Rpg & customization... and .. and ...
    YOU know what... go for it my child !!!! NOW !!!
  27. Laz0
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    Great game. Absolute masterpiece. I bought a PS4 pro just for this game, was not disappointed.
  28. ShaggyCW
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    What a great game! Sometimes with games you stop playing after the main story is over. With this game I kept playin well after I beat the main story. There are a lot of hidden extras through this game. Also the story is great with room to grow and the game itself looks amazing, This is a must buy and a super must play.
  29. Bullish
    Jun 30, 2018
    6
    There's no denying this game is absolutely beautiful, but I do get a very "Breath of the Wild" overrated vibe here... I think we have gotten away from some of the key aspects that have always made the God of War franchise great.

    + visually stunning + the musical score is intense + some cool fights, especially Baldur + decent puzzles - Atreus. I understand we are have written a new    There's no denying this game is absolutely beautiful, but I do get a very "Breath of the Wild" overrated vibe here... I think we have gotten away from some of the key aspects that have always made the God of War franchise great.

    + visually stunning
    + the musical score is intense
    + some cool fights, especially Baldur
    + decent puzzles

    - Atreus. I understand we are have written a new story for Kratos, but good **** lord almighty. This is God of War, maybe the most machismo franchise of all time. I just don't understand who thought putting a whiny, nagging prepubescent child to accompany Kratos was a good idea. I couldn't even enjoy the fight with Thor's nephews because Atreus' constant "Don't talk about my mommy!" AWFUL
    - Just like "Breath of the Wild" I don't understand the need to try to make this game into another Elder Scrolls. There's no need for stats and gear, just focus on making the fights creative.
    - This seemed to have the laziest enemies in any God of War entry. How many re-skinned trolls were there, like four, maybe five? Compared to God of War 1-3, the enemies and bosses in this game don't hold a candle.    … Expand
  30. Alsethe2nd
    Jun 30, 2018
    9
    I believe this is one of the best PS4 games I have played, yes there is a lack of bosses, 2 to be exact the rest are mini- bosses in my opinion, and yes, the game has a lot of unskippable cut scenes but that doesn't matter because this is the type of game you play from start to finish once, then spend the rest of your time: beating the side missions you didn't do or getting as highlyI believe this is one of the best PS4 games I have played, yes there is a lack of bosses, 2 to be exact the rest are mini- bosses in my opinion, and yes, the game has a lot of unskippable cut scenes but that doesn't matter because this is the type of game you play from start to finish once, then spend the rest of your time: beating the side missions you didn't do or getting as highly geared as possible, and in this game doing those things is fun! I beat the whole game and am still playing it till this day. The story is intriguing and I struggled to stay away from the game until I finished it. The game has this way of making you go back to places you've visited and they still feel fresh even though the world is considerably huge.

    The music in this game is amazing, in my opinion at least, it has a very fitting soundtrack, the type you would listen to on a trip surprisingly enough. Also, although the game lacks in boss battles, all the boss battles mean something and are important to the story. You could also say there are a lot of bosses if you include the Valkyries as bosses, which I personally do, and I think this is one of the funnest side quest in the game- although they can get really tough. The only tedious thing in this game are the Odin's raven which are only necessary when 100%ing the game, which I will be doing.

    Overall, I rate this game very highly and definitely suggest you play it from start to finish
    Also, the side character isn't useless which I'd like to see in more games-Alse    … Expand
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Metascore
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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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