God of War

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. Burattix54
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    The perfect mix of gameplay and story. The combat system is fantastic. It is fun and intuitive but hard to master (as the secret boss proves).

    I also love the way the camera is handled, with the whole game being a single "take". The game is all in all a technical masterpiece.
  2. Born2BCoder
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para siguientes lanzamientos.
    Aun así un juego que disfrute ampliamentes y que recomiendo para cualquiera que quiera experimentar algo nuevo con un toque de lo viejo    … Expand
  3. Roberoquer
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Outstanding game, the game of the generation for ps4. The reimagination of the saga works perfectly and the story, darker and more mature, is compelling from beginning to end. The gameplay is polished to the extreme and makes you feel like the god of war during the fights while the graphics and the sound are perfect.
  4. ADCT800
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Amazing game. I almost got the Platinum but the Valkiries are really hard. I'll try again later. The only downside is that some bosses are the same with different colors.
  5. SamBh
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. another masterpiece that I highly recommend. interesting and a thought out story between Kratos and his son Atreus on their adventure to scatter his mothers' ashes on the highest peak but it turns out not to be as simple as it looks like. amazing graphics and zero loading screens (unless you die) with an interesting world to explore and encounter other souls for side quests other than the main quest. very fun and satisfying combat with many upgrades and skills to unlock on your journey but some mini-bosses are overused with minimal changes like their color.… Expand
  6. Nick_Scratch
    Jul 3, 2021
    9
    Boy! As beautiful as it is brutal, this game took me on an emotional journey that let me murder monsters with my son. What more do you need?
  7. LUSHO
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutalThis is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutal and engaging gameplay, and an emotional story that is masterfully told in a cinematic way. Absolutely love this game, even if some things do feel like a setup for the sequel and plot tricks to elongate are used a bit too much.… Expand
  8. Virginiadicky
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    A very simple and straightforward gameplay hack and slash combined with building lore and emotional journey that totally redefines the series. Great voice acting and visuals. It was hard to play another game for a month after playing it because it was such a satisfying experience.
  9. kyoma01
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. junto Spiderman lo mejor de ps4 no como los trans parte 2 ahora a ps5 el siguiente… Expand
  10. jotade86
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    El gameplay es exquisito empieza lento pero después se convierte en todo un god of war a la regla, momentos de acción pura, gráficos de 10 y por introducirme a una nueva mitología este juego vale totalmente la pena con decir que lo tengo platinado y todo saben lo difícil que es hacer eso? !!!!
  11. Hal60
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Without a doubt one of the best games for the Ps4. An absolute joy to play. The combat feels fresh and the story is excellent. Highly recommended.
  12. Cerega
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра в целом крутая. Интересные локации и красивая графика, интересные противники на высокой сложности. Классные загадки и испытания. Подача лора и отношения между сыном и отцом. Из минусов слишком затяжные бои и противники небольших размеров резиновые, бьешь, бьешь, бьешь.… Expand
  13. Zaidanee
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    One of my all time favorites. Amazing in every aspect. Wish the main quest was longer
  14. SilentStar
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    It was amazing probably the best ps4 game from the time i bought it to the time i ended it i had so much fun am not big on exploring games but i loved this game
  15. RafaelHeldt
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    I love the old God of War, but they surely needed a change. God of War is the change we needed and deserved, with a great gameplay and story. I do not like playing hack and slash, and I just loved what the new God of War came up with, a good and fun battle system, hard and easy when it needs to be. About the story, I'll be honest and say that I did not like at first. I hated Atreus and hisI love the old God of War, but they surely needed a change. God of War is the change we needed and deserved, with a great gameplay and story. I do not like playing hack and slash, and I just loved what the new God of War came up with, a good and fun battle system, hard and easy when it needs to be. About the story, I'll be honest and say that I did not like at first. I hated Atreus and his face, but I loved all the following characters of the story, so we can say that Atreus did not bothered me that much. Besides, the final scene with Atreus and Kratos is just beautiful and touching, I couldn't hate that boy in that moment. The story is that involving and amazing, with a human and real Kratos. Some players might hate this game, and I understand, it is very different from the old ones, but just give it a try and enjoy the Norse mythology.… Expand
  16. margaridaoms
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Loved the game, the universe, the characters. Loved the dynamic between Kratos and his son, and I absolutely loved the character development. I never played any other GOW game and I understand some possible backlash it might get for not being like the rest of the series, but I honestly think this is a good addition and an awesome way to introduce Atreus. I already want to replay the game!
  17. Searate
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Игра вышка. жалко жестокости подубавили нежели в преведущих частей но подтянули сюжет))
  18. Nadir_ALzadjali
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    God of War is one of the best games of this generation. Beautiful father and son journey in a different realm where kratos tries to hide his dark past from his son to protect him from the curse of being a god. The dialogue at certain points in this game made feel exactly what the story wants me to feel. The pacing fluctuation gave the game enough time to focus on other elements beside theGod of War is one of the best games of this generation. Beautiful father and son journey in a different realm where kratos tries to hide his dark past from his son to protect him from the curse of being a god. The dialogue at certain points in this game made feel exactly what the story wants me to feel. The pacing fluctuation gave the game enough time to focus on other elements beside the story
    Graphics 1010, Sound and Music 10/10, Storytelling 1010, AI combat 9/10, ranged combat 8/10, level design 910, overall experience 1010
    Giving this game a minus point for the following elements
    - Traversal
    - Ranged combat
    - Abusing the word BOI    … Expand
  19. Jacob9999
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Powerful, beautiful, technically daring but with a really poor plot. The title is almost a masterpiece because it is precisely the plot of the big flaw of the game. For the technical department there has been a drastic change compared to the predecessors but the work done is incredible. To play absolutely.
  20. Jin5000
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    The great game, Kratos in your version more human, and Witch graphic wonderful.
  21. DannyDevito
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Good story, gameplay and graphics. A fresh start for Kratos. Cant wait for more.
  22. Huzy1
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    I was 2 years late with playing the game. But by far the best game I have ever played. Being able to fight Norse gods and Valkyries, along with having a bliss storyline. Can’t think of anything the game could’ve improved on. Set it up perfectly for the next GoW release which is hopefully in the next couple of years.
  23. JoePoet09
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    An amazing game. The journey Kratos went on was the breath of fresh air I needed. I loved the combat system, and incorporating it with weapon/fist/magic transition combos was the icing on the cake. I only gave it a 9, because at the time when I beat the game, there wasn’t a New Game+ and there weren’t any trophies to obtain for the harder levels, which pretty much made me keep my distanceAn amazing game. The journey Kratos went on was the breath of fresh air I needed. I loved the combat system, and incorporating it with weapon/fist/magic transition combos was the icing on the cake. I only gave it a 9, because at the time when I beat the game, there wasn’t a New Game+ and there weren’t any trophies to obtain for the harder levels, which pretty much made me keep my distance from them. Can’t wait for the next one! This one already contained a glimpse of places he may visit in the next game, and WHO he will fight next. Cheers!… Expand
  24. stiklomen
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Very good history and very interesing play this game. I really liked the action.
  25. ksmartin
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great continuation to the original Greek mythos of the God of War series. Except a little slow in peace in the beginning chapters of the game, this game really lives up to the tittle “God of War”, the tension spiked and reached to the maximum when Kratos acquired the notorious blades of chaos. Moreover what a twisted plot and a great adaption to the Ragnarok mythos.… Expand
  26. obzorbarin
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Играл во все игры серии на оригинальном железе, но эта игра больше всех понравилось. Может потому что Кратос менее злой стал, или может потому что больше элементов РПГ в игру завезли. Но прошел в ней почти все кроме порталов и боев с валькириями. Дополнительные квесты очень интересные и хорошо прописанные.Играл во все игры серии на оригинальном железе, но эта игра больше всех понравилось. Может потому что Кратос менее злой стал, или может потому что больше элементов РПГ в игру завезли. Но прошел в ней почти все кроме порталов и боев с валькириями. Дополнительные квесты очень интересные и хорошо прописанные.
  27. D4RK-D1AM0ND
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Very good game I loved the new direction it took. That’s pretty much all I can say though there are some tedious bits.
  28. gamenrange
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Great story and challenging gameplay. Loved Mimir’s story’s. The only draw back would be the side missions. I wish they were more prominent and had more incentives to do them. Other then that a perfect game!
  29. ElBruno
    Jan 9, 2021
    9
    GREAT GAME.

    pros:
    - Story
    - Gameplay
    - Soundtrack
    - Characters
    - Graphics
    cons:
    - Little diversity of enemies
  30. Xendramir
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    This is like the game we all wanted, right?
    Yeeees yes, if we look at it, there are some nitpicks here and there ... but, in the end:
    It's A game. It was finished, graphics, sounds, fighting system, characters, story.
    GOW is really doing a very very good job in all of these aspects. Nothing new - really, but we don't need new here, we need more. We got more. I am happy!
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#1 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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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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