God of War

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  1. dwizkid92
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People like chaddaddy are complete morons who obviously haven't played the game. The usual template? What like zero load screens, seamless transitions from gameplay to cutscenes? QTE'S? um, there isn't ANY qte's like the previous series? For those who say this isn't kratos ummmm.. Pretty sure when the Earth Cracks open at his feet due to his power, you get the idea this guy is still the God of War. All the haters that say this is a last of us/ dark souls clone, you guys are straight up smoking rocks. Lol this is easily one of the best games I've ever played, and I've been gaming for 20 years. Nuff said.… Expand
  2. mieche788
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This was my first dive into the GoW series and I'm proud to call myself a God of War fan. Literally every detail is thought out with brimming with ingenuity. This was one of those rare gems where as soon as I started it, I dreaded reaching the end.
  3. sowestcoast22
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I have been waiting for this ever since the E3 announcement a few years back, and I can safely say that I'm 16 hours and I am not disappointed. The attention to detail that Corey and the rest of the team put into this masterpiece is truly astonishing. The the instant chemistry between Kratos and Atreus is top notch, it just works. Hats off to the entire team, It's definitely a great timeI have been waiting for this ever since the E3 announcement a few years back, and I can safely say that I'm 16 hours and I am not disappointed. The attention to detail that Corey and the rest of the team put into this masterpiece is truly astonishing. The the instant chemistry between Kratos and Atreus is top notch, it just works. Hats off to the entire team, It's definitely a great time to be a gamer.… Expand
  4. The_Asterian
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    To every other game studio-you have been put on notice. God of War 2018 has just raised the bar for all games to come.

    This game proves the narrative story line is not dead-a single player game without micro transactions or a tacked on multiplayer system can be profitable & universally praised by industry studios, critics, and gamers alike. GoW 2018 has a beautiful, captivating and    To every other game studio-you have been put on notice. God of War 2018 has just raised the bar for all games to come.

    This game proves the narrative story line is not dead-a single player game without micro transactions or a tacked on multiplayer system can be profitable & universally praised by industry studios, critics, and gamers alike.

    GoW 2018 has a beautiful, captivating and rich story line that immerses you in an amazing world; all set within a game that is really fun to play. As you sit and play this game, you can really tell the love and dedication that was put into this story by the makers of it. The AI is good and has never subtracted from the game play experience, the upgrade system doesn't get repetitive, and the story keeps you engaged and guessing till the very end.

    10/10 - I cannot recommend this game enough. This is GOTY material that will undoubtedly be emulated & remembered fondly for years to come. (FYI, if its any indication of how good this game is, I made an account on here just to post a review and make sure this game gets the praise it deserves).    … Expand
  5. wassabi
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Como fan de la saga me creé una cuenta exclusivamente para darle un 10/10 a este hermoso juego, la evolucion del personaje en su máxima expresión, dialogos emocionantes, easter eggs a los titulos antiguos, hermosos graficos, musica precisa y epica, etc. Todo lo mejor de la saga en un juego, mis felicitaciones a santa monica y todo los que pusieron su esfuerzo en entregarnos esta obra,Como fan de la saga me creé una cuenta exclusivamente para darle un 10/10 a este hermoso juego, la evolucion del personaje en su máxima expresión, dialogos emocionantes, easter eggs a los titulos antiguos, hermosos graficos, musica precisa y epica, etc. Todo lo mejor de la saga en un juego, mis felicitaciones a santa monica y todo los que pusieron su esfuerzo en entregarnos esta obra, especialmente los fans de Kratos.… Expand
  6. anahkha
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games to come out of 2018; it's essentially a father and son story that comes mixed with the brutality and tragedy that is a staple in the God of War series. The story telling is excellent and generously borrows elements from the Norse Myth. I've been playing it for more than 20 hours, an I could say that the story is truly immersive, thanks to the one-shot camera style/One of the best games to come out of 2018; it's essentially a father and son story that comes mixed with the brutality and tragedy that is a staple in the God of War series. The story telling is excellent and generously borrows elements from the Norse Myth. I've been playing it for more than 20 hours, an I could say that the story is truly immersive, thanks to the one-shot camera style/ format.

    The graphics are absolutely outstanding (as a PC gamer I am still impressed), especially if you're playing on a PS4 Pro. Midgard is absolutely breathtaking and I can't wait once they implement the photo mode in this game.

    Fans of the previous God of War series might be put off by the new weapon, but after a few hours of playing with the axe - rest assured that you will love God of War's new combat mechanics. The brutality is still there, but Kratos is now more deliberate with his strikes. One will definitely love the feel of the Leviathan Axe returning to Kratos' hand. Atreus is a key aspect of the game and combat as well; he is not some "dumb AI" you just leave to die - he actually becomes very useful once you get used to him, and it would serve you well to invest on the boy's skills.

    If you haven't bought this game yet, then don't be sorry. Be better. Buy it, boy!    … Expand
  7. AnderDrag2
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Estupendo, tremendo juegazo que se echaron. La trama, los gráficos, los personajes, todo... Estupendo.
    Llevas horas jugando y no quieres que termine, y efectivamente, ¡No termina!.
  8. Javi1183
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Simplememte me impresiono la verdad tenia mis dudas por que iban a cambiar la camara y el gameplay iba a variar tambien pero en mi opinion fueron para bien estos cambios ya ni de hablar de la historia ya espera el siguiente juego xd
  9. Frutilla97
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo, por esta razón fue que compre mi PS4, Epico en todos los sentidos posibles
  10. Mitchhelada
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    From the pantheon of games we have of this god of war, there is no doubt that it is in the creation of every existing religion. Reinvented gameplay and skills. Hours and hours exploring the vast Nordic world, thanks cory barlog for this great game you deserve the sky and a long life in the valhalla.
  11. harisk
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Perfect in every way. From story, to character, to gameplay, to sound, music and visuals. The team at Santa Monica Studios need to be congratulated for their seemingly tireless effort to deliver an exception gaming experience.
  12. TriexTime
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Pinche juego que esta mas que excelente, por tu culpa pierdo la noción del tiempo
    he jugado sin parar y solo llevo 12% que carajos, nunca saldré de mi cuarto
    ya enserio, esta muy bueno me fascinó, es el mejor, excelente ;)
  13. hiddenknife93
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Among the best games ever made, on par with Witcher III !

    This is The Last of Us Alternative Edition! must buy by anyone who owns a PS4 and by those who do not. Just go grab a PS4 and buy this masterpiece.
  14. tuherbpoher
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    God of war is one of those games where you wonder when did you start playing?From the beginning where they use a long shot instead of a loading screen, you are taken on an adventure.An adventure which purpose isn't to show you the great combat or the great skill system or something similar.NO,it is a whole journey, the wrapped experience of playing an outstanding game,just like you're inGod of war is one of those games where you wonder when did you start playing?From the beginning where they use a long shot instead of a loading screen, you are taken on an adventure.An adventure which purpose isn't to show you the great combat or the great skill system or something similar.NO,it is a whole journey, the wrapped experience of playing an outstanding game,just like you're in the forest or somewhere on a mountain just existing, sitting there and feeling good for being alive and just at that moment where no problems exist, that is the nirvana god of war gives you.The experience,story and everything in this game is so immersive that if i didn't have to eat or sleep, i'd have never left the ps4 controller.The story is excellently composed,the information and knowledge you acquire throughout the game are well spread and the only thing that could ever make you feel like this game is 9.9 and not a solid 10 is the small fights with minions that are just part of the game but sometimes feel a little bit annoying.… Expand
  15. JakeHunter
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    I made an account just to score the new GOW
    Kratos is back and he is better than ever after Ascension we needed change, a comeback and this is how you make a comeback
    In the era of paid DLCs and loot boxes, single player games like this reminds players that there are other ways than bow down to the studios who think of games only as a money making service (confirmed by situation of    I made an account just to score the new GOW
    Kratos is back and he is better than ever after Ascension we needed change, a comeback and this is how you make a comeback
    In the era of paid DLCs and loot boxes, single player games like this reminds players that there are other ways than bow down to the studios who think of games only as a money making service (confirmed by situation of recent games who are not even bothered to provide quality content for their high priced games)
    I know for some people this wasn't GOW and to those people I would say, GOW franchise had to either change or die, and not only did they change, they became something to be aspired,
    Placing a one note character into a multidimensional environment and making it work, finally making Kratos shed his anger and become a wise and responsible man but still having glimpse of the old "Ghost of Sparta"
    Enjoy its legacy rather than nit-picking, he has changed (a little) but be grateful he is not dead, he is still the same character if not more
    And for people especially not of this console I know it feels unfair but games like this raises bar for others in gaming industry,
    Don't become defensive about your console it is just healthy competition and will be advantageous in long run    … Expand
  16. giabaotruong
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Nothing to say much. Everything is perfect, the plot, gameplay, graphics, sounds, even the background music is awesome. I like it.
  17. Liamlolzzz
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Just created an account specifically to say that this game is by far one of the best games of all time if you haven’t already bought just buy it and play it
  18. Michaelreked3m
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This game is awesome, the story is excellent, graphics are amazing (especially on the pro) and gameplay is satisfying. It's still the gory God of War game we know and love but more mature and refined. A complete package where nothing is locked behind DLC and microtransactions. Would recommend this to anyone who is fatigued out by the current multiplayer only push most developers are goingThis game is awesome, the story is excellent, graphics are amazing (especially on the pro) and gameplay is satisfying. It's still the gory God of War game we know and love but more mature and refined. A complete package where nothing is locked behind DLC and microtransactions. Would recommend this to anyone who is fatigued out by the current multiplayer only push most developers are going towards. Buy this and support the developers and also to show others in the industry that story driven games still matter.… Expand
  19. IvanAndres234
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Yes and no. Personally the video game deserves 10 points, new way of playing, new scenery, enemies, EVERYTHING. Hurts the open end and a question for `` home ''. Sincerely it is beautiful
  20. danielgarcest
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Una obra maestra y eso que aun se encuentra a la mitad de todo lo que puede contar.
  21. Darksiders
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Best game ever made. Best God of War ever, its a MUST if you haven't played it yet, Thank you all Sony, Santa Monica and our creative director Cory Barlog.
  22. Franvalerio
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Juego que te engancha a su historia nada más empezar y no por un sistema de micropagos que simula un casino para niños, sino por sus impresionantes gráficos (jugado en ps4 fat) y por sus combates espectaculares y la epicidad de un verdadero GOD OF WAR, un mapa lineal con desvios lleno de puzles para coleccionables y equipamiento. Sencillamente espectacular, recomendado 100%
  23. Vantasy
    Apr 24, 2018
    8
    No doubt the brand new God of War is a great game, but I've seen so many familiar elements from other games through game-play.
  24. KuroHiro
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    I'm not a ps4 player, in fact I only play on pc (for this time to my disgrace)

    i not have any chance to play this release for the first time I saw a gameplay on YouTube ... at first it was just out of curiosity ... maybe i wanted to see that kratos that once accompanied on his way to revenge on ps2 but to my surprise this time his motivator was not a revenge ... he had a much deeper    I'm not a ps4 player, in fact I only play on pc (for this time to my disgrace)

    i not have any chance to play this release for the first time I saw a gameplay on YouTube ... at first it was just out of curiosity ... maybe i wanted to see that kratos that once accompanied on his way to revenge on ps2

    but to my surprise this time his motivator was not a revenge ... he had a much deeper reason ... so for that reason I kept watching gameplays ... I could not just stay with a little glimpse of the videogame .. I kept watching video after video caught by its history

    I ended up watching 23 videos of 1 hour each

    when I finished watching all the videos I just had one feeling
    the feeling of having contemplated something unique for these times
    literally see a piece of art ... not only for an incredible development of characters but for the most beautiful and highly worked scenarios .. that gave you the feeling of see a picture in an art gallery

    I not have a ps4 to enjoy this great game
    even so I will buy this videogame
    I'll keep it with me until I have the chance to play it
    and then I'll keep it as one of the best videogames I've seen

    (for the one who has taken the trouble to read all this, I apologize for my bad English but I had to express what I felt when I saw this game ... thanks for reading c: )    … Expand
  25. Camiliwis21
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Excelente juego supero mis espectativas solo disfrutarlo el mejor god of war para mi antes de salir este me gustaba mucho god of war 2 pero este lo supero por mucho 10/10
  26. c0eguy
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, brilliant graphics, super awesome combat, spectacular story line, ferocious enemies, atrocious Gods and magnificent Kratos... There is noting to NOT love about this game. Kudos Sony, Kudos God of war.
  27. Brainer13
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    I really appreciate what you did in this game. You reminded me what the true essence is of a game. this is a master piece, and other companies should follow your steps.
  28. Razvann
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    lol i love this game haha never played it tho,oh btw wait for pc and wii u release
  29. mrkp
    Aug 5, 2019
    10
    шикарная игра, немного замороченная прокачка, но потом быстро привыкаешь ко всему
  30. Blubot69
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game. More so than the previous games, in fact. It's an absolute masterpiece in my opinion.… Expand
  31. ReadyFight
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    No Words Needed . . .at all . . . Thankyou Sony Santa Monica, what a masterpiece.
  32. Lopo
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This game is the closest I have ever been to saying a game is absolutely perfect. The story is great, the combat satysfying, the visuals stunning and the animations great. The faults that it has(like lack of enemy variety) are caused by the lack of budget that the team had. There is not a thing I would change about this game.
  33. 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!!!
  34. abracadavar
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    This was the most complete gaming experience I have had in years, where game-play, story, music, sound, art all worked completely flawlessly and felt like one amazing piece of art & entertainment It is challenging, emotionally moving, easy to pick up and hard to put down.
  35. Mat565
    Jul 13, 2019
    10
    For me,the best game on ps4,the one of the best games I ever played,a truly masterpiece
  36. PauloAlves
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is the best on the world, the revelation of loki in the final of the game is incredible.
    The begin of the new saga it's very nice    … Expand
  37. zenum219
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    Данная игра очень интересная но время прохождения зависит от сложности. Я получил платину за 200 часов.
  38. Dorin_Rav
    Jul 14, 2019
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. The visuals, music, atmosphere, gore, story. Everything. There is literally nothing wrong with this game, other than the fact that it ends.

    The world is beautifully crafted and sucks you into it. Playing the game never gets boring as you progress, unlock more areas and explore the relationships between characters. I feld emotionally involved right from the very    Absolutely fantastic. The visuals, music, atmosphere, gore, story. Everything. There is literally nothing wrong with this game, other than the fact that it ends.

    The world is beautifully crafted and sucks you into it. Playing the game never gets boring as you progress, unlock more areas and explore the relationships between characters. I feld emotionally involved right from the very start.
    For me God of War is this generation 's The Last of Us.    … Expand
  39. Link345_1
    Jul 16, 2019
    10
    God of war is the new gold standard for the series. It's not only one of the best games of this generation, but one of my favorite games of all time. Greatness awaits.
  40. Marafadus
    Jul 18, 2019
    10
    This was my first GoW game that I played, and so as a newcomer to the franchise I appreciated that you could play this game without having played the previous ones (although, before starting playing I did some researches about the story). As whole the game is very, VERY, good: the combat is solid, the story is awesome, the performance of the voice actors is incredible and the charactersThis was my first GoW game that I played, and so as a newcomer to the franchise I appreciated that you could play this game without having played the previous ones (although, before starting playing I did some researches about the story). As whole the game is very, VERY, good: the combat is solid, the story is awesome, the performance of the voice actors is incredible and the characters and the world is built very well.
    The only bad things that I have to say is that the variety of enemies and "mini-bosses" you encounter is to small and some secondary quests are a little annoying, but this didn't affected my enjoyment of the game. Great job Santa Monica Studio, you made an incredible game!    … Expand
  41. Angelo002
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse jogo é completamente incrível, imersivo, completo viciante, é uma jornada sem igual, que te faz refletir, que te deixa vidrado, que te faz raciocinar e buscar por coisas extras pelo fato de que tudo é divertido, tem ideias inovadoras, e o fan service do passado tem de sobra, diálogos interessantes e nenhum um pouco vazios além de ser um guia perfeito sobre mitologia nórdica, e , possui gráficos de cair o queixo além de uma jogabilidade extremamente cadenciada, e movimentos muito bem trabalhados, é uma obra de arte, deis de cada detalhe do mundo colossal onde somos inseridos até as trilhas sonoras que são memoráveis e mágicas, 10/10 melhor game do ano #Got… Expand
  42. ZARAON
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    you have to play it, boy! :D really enjoyed it, great story, great trophyes, great world :)
  43. FORSE0
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Ssssssuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuupppppppppppppeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
  44. Banc56
    Jul 20, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game in the year
    Dyotisultitutlwkururwuowr74wuw4ouorw74ow7row467rostuutupts7roszruuotd7d7sp57u4w74owwo6446qow747pw47pw47pw46wo47o4ww7p47p4wp74w7pw4o6q4qo64q946q4964w7p5pw75pw7os75a6riyroasostutlsuwtouarouary    … Expand
  45. realNAMASTE
    Jul 22, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encantó, totalmente no esperaba ver más acerca de Kratos y este nuevo comienzo sienta las bases para un gran futuro, agradezco a Cory barlog por volver a Santa Mónica studios no pondría a nadie más en su lugar, a decir verdad me drogue la mayor parte del juego pero estoy siendo totalmente objetivo.
    Mi única queja al respecto es que no se explora nada después del final de GoW 3 ya que a mí me interesaba saber cómo es que Kratos sobrevivía y cómo fue que consiguió las espadas del caos siendo que llevaban años sin aparecer les agradezco de verdad a todos los involucrados conozco está franquicia desde pequeño y me entusiasma saber que tendremos más en algunos años...    … Expand
  46. TiCarlin
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    The best game ever akakkakakakakakakakakaakakakakakakakakakakkakakakakkakkakakaakakakakkakak
  47. Iedereenblauw
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Sony exclusievs zijn de beste games uit de gaming historie al wie hier aan twijfelt zijn robots
  48. TTRaptor
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Was so sad when i finished it! The story is written so well and the gameplay is outstanding!
  49. ankit9212
    Jul 30, 2019
    10
    Haven't been more satisfied with a game any more than GOD OF WAR!

    Ignore people who don't rate it well. It might not be their cup of tea or they are just salty that there isn't enough action as compared to previous titles. Yes there isn't but the focus is the narrative in here, the story of how Kratos becomes a human again and how he starts caring and growing with his son. At first I    Haven't been more satisfied with a game any more than GOD OF WAR!

    Ignore people who don't rate it well. It might not be their cup of tea or they are just salty that there isn't enough action as compared to previous titles. Yes there isn't but the focus is the narrative in here, the story of how Kratos becomes a human again and how he starts caring and growing with his son.

    At first I wasn't a fan of the gameplay and RPG elements but overtime it grew on me and I think it has been one of the better elements to pop in. I just can't wait for sequel.    … Expand
  50. Youssefpicasso
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    God of war was one of the best games of the generation. The game took what's awesome about god of war and made it better in the new game. They made Kratos a more relatable character, and gave us an emotional story with him, setting for the new sequel by exciting us for new adventures to come. It was an amazing experience.
  51. JordanGD
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    Simplemente majestuoso. Si te gusta la saga y tienes una play 4 obligado a comprarte este juego.
  52. Boner123
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Excellent game. No words to describe the story telling in the game except phenomenal. I enjoyed playing this game And exploring the world of Norse Mythology. Brilliant! Thank you for creating this game, team that help made this possible. That includes you too Cory!!!!
  53. heila
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    很少有像战神一样在主机端能够做到如此高质量的游戏体验, 60fps, 故事, 色彩, 战斗, 装备, 都是满分.
  54. Flashyboy89
    May 13, 2020
    5
    Fancy Graphics, Animations and Sound Effects but everything else I loved about the previous God of War games is gone. Crap story, script, always trying to be funny with lame kids humour. The gameplay is just slow and clunky now.
  55. Robert88
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    What more can you ask for from a game .. an amazing adventure , beautiful graphics , the story is groundbreaking .. kratos is even more relatable then ever.. we see a side to him that if you followed the originals you would never have expected to see .. combat is fast pace and can be challenging at times if playing on a high difficulty. .. the game is solid definitely one of the mustWhat more can you ask for from a game .. an amazing adventure , beautiful graphics , the story is groundbreaking .. kratos is even more relatable then ever.. we see a side to him that if you followed the originals you would never have expected to see .. combat is fast pace and can be challenging at times if playing on a high difficulty. .. the game is solid definitely one of the must haves for a PS4 owner… Expand
  56. patriarchy
    Mar 5, 2021
    5
    So it's a game about guy who looks like Kratos and a boy who looks like Starkiller from Force Unleashed, in a mostly bland grey environment. It has HDR support.

    Never been a fan of the series but I appreciated original games a lot because they were simply good. Now it's just Dance Dance Revolution Kratos. You watch arrows around your character turn red to dodge and mash brainlessly. Hit    So it's a game about guy who looks like Kratos and a boy who looks like Starkiller from Force Unleashed, in a mostly bland grey environment. It has HDR support.

    Never been a fan of the series but I appreciated original games a lot because they were simply good. Now it's just Dance Dance Revolution Kratos. You watch arrows around your character turn red to dodge and mash brainlessly. Hit boxes aren't improved from the original series, but they took away Kratos mobility which makes actual combat worse. You've got the turtle run to make the game feel bigger, but it's useless in combat, and you've got sprint, but you cant really sprint sideways effectively, so it's useless in combat. Dodge is short too so all you've got is block. But there are now flashy unblockable attacks, all of which are conveniently line attacks not to expose how poor dodging is.

    Enemy tracking is ridiculous, you can see them glide towards your character from far away which allows them to reduce distance really fast. This is especially fun when they're out of camera.
    They added that kid so one enemy can focus on him, to make the gameplay feel less cheap.

    Story is very minimalistic, just a bunch of excuses to make Kratos backtrack a lot. Kratos goes to the mountain, but it has to be a bigger mountain so Kratos goes to the other mountain. Fantastic. Oh yeah, and it's not open world as numerous reviews stated. There's one lake they couldn't stuff with knee high obstacles, everything else is basically a corridor. Platforming elements reduced to boring, hidden loadings.

    You share the journey with a kid and a reanimated head who can't shut the f**k up saying same three lines for each situation. What's even worse the f**king head joins you somewhere mid game and has the audacity to inform you about every little character status change. Dodge, dodge, dodge, dodge, dodge, find health, dodge, dodge, dodge, dodge, dodge, oh no yu ded.
    Another dumbed down game for people who can't notice that long green bar becomes short when you don't defend. F**king stupid.

    Camera is now closer to the character, which makes battle orientation harder than previous games, and actually harder than any melee combat game. But they added enemy arrow indicators so it's your fault when you get hit from off-camera angles. Great design. Basically the only difficulty comes from bad camera and micromanaging it because with some attacks you actually have to see the enemy to notice if he telegraphs unblockable or undodgable one.

    Enemies put you in a massive stun state, but you rarely can do the same to them.

    There's no freeform combat anymore. Game has a semi lock on which will make you attack not the generic grey zombie warriors you want to attack. And bosses have those terrible mandatory invulnerable states.

    Another smart design are shields. Yours has small angle within which it will defend you, some shield enemies can block with their backs towards Kratos.

    There's very little enemy variety and bosses are basically boring damage sponges.

    I believed the hype. F**k those fools. I feel like I'm playing the same bad wannabe action game for the past 15 years. It did not evolve anything, just a massive step back for the series.

    Gud graphiks, Kratos stronk. 11/10.    … Expand
  57. blobthegob
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    i have nothing to say except for this is my favorite game and you should play it
  58. Quanchy
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    It's a mastapiece... If you ignore the land of fog that place is trash. But yeah otherwise a mastapiece.
  59. BeardyMustache6
    Jan 5, 2020
    4
    You enjoyed GoW 3? Then likely you will not enjoy this game. Look at how brutal and badass Kratos was in GoW 3. In this game he is an old, wise-wannabe dumb fuc kre Plus that brat was annoying as fuc kre and there is not as many weapons in this game as it was in GoW3.
  60. hassanchop79
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece in all aspects. Perfect gameplay, amazing story, amazing world to explore, amazing graphics, top notch character relations and development, and best ever actor performance. Great music as well.
    Everything in this game is just perfect.
    Undoubtedly one of the best games ever made. An amazing experience that is a must play to all gamers.
  61. defusername
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Amazing experience. Combat is weighty, story is long and boss battles are stunning. Definitely recommended to purchase.
  62. Bossman23
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing game!! One of the best I have ever played. Definitely worth a try. Masterpiece.
  63. Bobo77
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely deserves game of the year Titel... Hands down the best game I have ever played.… Expand
  64. Santiacosta
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This game is simply the best i've ever played, everything is perfect, characters, story, enemies, graphics, truly great.
  65. maji8518
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best video games I have ever played! A true masterpiece in every aspect!
  66. Descole
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    It's the nordic The last of us. The Gameplay is fun, the world is beautiful crafted and im excited for the sequel
  67. MRP182
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    It's the best game in the franchise.
    It's amazing what Santa Monica has managed to do, its spectacular in every way.
    I can't wait for the sequence.
  68. Jaku78
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  69. awreies232
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    The best god of war game and one of the best video games ever made...…...……………..!!!!
  70. DonApolinar08
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    Una aventura épica que cambia la forma de jugar los God of war sin que se sienta diferente
  71. theofficial
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games ever. It’s simply a must play for play station owners and newcomers alike.
  72. Varg978
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    One of the best games ever played, one of the best stories ever told. Characters, environments and animations are just top notch.

    I didn't particularly like the New Game + (maybe because I didn't want the game to finish, ever!).
  73. Maxdufour1738
    Apr 8, 2020
    8
    I thoroughly enjoyed the game throughout. The combat is very diverse and doesn’t get old though the enemies always have very large amounts of health which sometimes makes it tedious. The story is great and the relation between kratos and atreus feels believable and deep. The game is relatively linear with a few fun quests on the side. All the side quests are very well done and fleshed outI thoroughly enjoyed the game throughout. The combat is very diverse and doesn’t get old though the enemies always have very large amounts of health which sometimes makes it tedious. The story is great and the relation between kratos and atreus feels believable and deep. The game is relatively linear with a few fun quests on the side. All the side quests are very well done and fleshed out making it obvious that they went for quality over quantity. Even though the game was very fun to play, I can’t help myself from feeling like this is just a setup for god of war 5. I was always feeling as the game was leading to show us Thor and Odin or important gods, but we never see them.
    It also shows three realms in the game that we can never access throughout the game. When the game ended I was a little disappointed since I was convinced I would go to Asgard or the other realms. This all made me feel like I was cut short and that I was forced to buy god of war 5 when it comes out in order to experience the whole story. All in all though fantastic experience that does leave me wanting more.    … Expand
  74. Xboxtrashbag
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo da última década! Basicamente zero defeitos! Só chora xbox mil lixos! Passando spoiler pra fuder ainda a jogatina dos outros por pura inveja! Vcs são uns otários!!!! GOTY 2018 "Julix pode sim, cunequitar dubi atimus in até deiz xboquis une"
  75. raminsoltani
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece.great graphic,great story, great characters , great gameplay. Just play this game
  76. Kowxley
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, simple yet emotional story, loveable characters, great soundtrack and fun gameplay.
  77. Jessislegend
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Phenomenal game. Although, I feel like I have to warn you of one thing. If you are expecting this to be like the original God of War games, you will not get anything like that. Instead, you will get a heartfelt story about the journey of a father and his son. It's a beautifully crafted masterpiece which is definitely my favorite game on the PS4.
  78. Jongoflow
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game 10x than the last of us part 2. Lolololololololololololololololol
  79. endovel
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    No words to describe this game, this is truly one of the best games I have ever played! Masterpiece
  80. Blades239879
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    A very well told story of father and son with awesome combat seeing Kratos in this new light is as refreshing as it is interesting
  81. Tomazu
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    I absolutely loved it! Played a few GOW games but this was the best one! For me the only downside was that the story dragged a bit in the end but nothing major. Incredible!
  82. SAMSULI
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War balances storytelling and combat-heavy gameplay better than any other game of its type. The constant interplay between its emotional journey and its ragged, demanding combat draws you in and forces you engage with both elements in a way that brings new meaning to both. It’s a true blockbuster that’s sure to impress both long-time franchise fans and newcomers.… Expand
  83. HelixQT
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    액션성, 음향 그리고 그래픽 모두 훌륭하고 스토리마저 수작인 작품...각 분야별로 따지면 9점 정도라고 보지만 모든 부분에서 9점을 받을 수 있는 작품은 걸작이라고 표현해야 한다
  84. Xitsa
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I was super afraid when I first saw the game but after playing it I realized this was what the franchise needed, the most perfect reboot in video game history. Patiently waiting for the next one.
  85. kkimchenyn
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    One of the best PlayStation exclusives. Gameplay, history, music - everything in this game is at an amazingly high level. I can safely say that the Santa Monica studio created a rethinking of the God Of War series, which surpassed its predecessors.
  86. dlambo
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Was totally caught off guard with the quality of this game. This new take on Kratos shows how far gaming as a medium has come. The gameplay is outstanding, the cast of characters are superb, and the story is an emotional ride between an absent father trying to fix a relationship with his son. Can’t wait for the sequel
  87. Jogando-tudo
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Q jogo fenomenal !!!!!!!.....poucos jogos conseguiram se reinventar dessa maneira.....e este com todo certeza é obrigatório para quem gosta de vídeo games !!!!!
  88. Jms8720
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game with fantastic gameplay and a well told story. Easily in the running for one of the best games during the PS4 generation.
  89. Lolbit
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Buenas mecánicas, buenísimos gráficos y lo más importante, una narrativa excepcional nada más que decir que ¡MIS 10!
  90. hanicho
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This game is awesome and I feel sorry for anyone who hasn’t played it. The combat is so damn fun!
  91. 18Xq8Rtutehc
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best games of this generation. This feels like an evolution of the gaming industry as a whole. You will not find in music, movies or tv shows such a compelling, entertaining, emotionally rich story telling. The gameplay is fantastic: The best hack and slack of the PS4. Not to mention the stunning graphics. This game has beats and bits that will stay with you forever. I sure hopeOne of the best games of this generation. This feels like an evolution of the gaming industry as a whole. You will not find in music, movies or tv shows such a compelling, entertaining, emotionally rich story telling. The gameplay is fantastic: The best hack and slack of the PS4. Not to mention the stunning graphics. This game has beats and bits that will stay with you forever. I sure hope there is a sequel under way.… Expand
  92. ThatGuyOzzy19
    Jan 31, 2021
    0
    Such a **** game. Going in the wrong direction of what the original series was about. Should’ve just let the series die
  93. Rosepatine738
    Apr 27, 2022
    4
    Most overrated game in history. Crap tier Naughty Dog wannabe Last of Us mixed with **** souls rip off combat. Get the old game of games instead.
  94. qwind
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    Excellent storytelling game in an amazing photorealism graphic. One of the best games on PS4. Definitely must play.
  95. Ruabadfsh2
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    A truly incredible game. The story, gameplay, graphics, and style is top notch. Best in class. Highly recommend
  96. light_messiah
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The excellent game! I very love it! It's a such kind of a truely masterpiece in a flash!
  97. drlowdon
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Following the death of his wife, Kratos and his son Atreus journey to fulfil her last request and spread her ashes at the highest peak of the nine realms. Unfortunately Kratos’ troubled past is far from behind him, and his journey soon brings them into conflict with the gods and monster of the Norse world.

    The series has always been held in high regard for its combat, and thanks to the    Following the death of his wife, Kratos and his son Atreus journey to fulfil her last request and spread her ashes at the highest peak of the nine realms. Unfortunately Kratos’ troubled past is far from behind him, and his journey soon brings them into conflict with the gods and monster of the Norse world.

    The series has always been held in high regard for its combat, and thanks to the brilliantly versatile Leviathan Axe wielded by Kratos for the majority of the game, this is another step up from previous instalments. The biggest change however is Kratos himself, who has gone from being very much a one note character to something much more complex. He’s still as miserable as ever (sometimes comically so) but throughout the game his relationship with his past, and with his son, are very much at the forefront making him an actually protagonist rather than a blank avatar for the player to use to cause destruction. When you add the beautifully crafted world full of secrets to discover on top you have one of the best action adventures games on the PlayStation 4.    … Expand
  98. maettsook
    Mar 28, 2020
    2
    Not what I was looking for, Bought this based on the high score it has. Have played it for about an hour and I'm bored into a stupor. Very little story and too much meaningless fighting. Yeah I know it's a game called God of War what else should I expect.? Well a bit of a story for a start, maybe a character to care about. The character is some roided up alpha male with voice deeper thanNot what I was looking for, Bought this based on the high score it has. Have played it for about an hour and I'm bored into a stupor. Very little story and too much meaningless fighting. Yeah I know it's a game called God of War what else should I expect.? Well a bit of a story for a start, maybe a character to care about. The character is some roided up alpha male with voice deeper than the Mariana Trench. He goes off with his son to hunt a deer, Kills a few skeleton things by swinging an axe, then had to fight some enormous troll, by throwing the axe. Which was not a short fight and pretty monotonous. Gets annoyed at son and decides to go back home. Presumably for a bit of story development. Nope! Upon arriving home another boss knocks at the door and you're thrown into another 10 minute fight of axe swinging, blocking and dodging only for the tattooed annoyance to heal himself for more fighting . That's when I turned it off. Perhaps the game gets better and stops being an unrelenting fight, Maybe one day I'll be bored enough to find out, But not today, I'll go back to Far Cry or something similar and collect some trophies instead. Only positive is that I bought it 2nd hand, thank the God of War that I didn't shell out the full price.… Expand
  99. Racer1
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing, 10 of 10. Best impact, best graphic of 2018, best sound, best story. GOTY
  100. 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
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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  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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