God of War

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9.1

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  1. Francesc1_
    Oct 11, 2021
    5
    Uno dei migliori giochi che abbia mai giocato su PlayStation.
    Il gameplay è magnifico, storia molto appassionante e una mappa fatta come Dio comanda.
    Forse l'unica pecca è la cam che in alcune situazioni è leggermente fastidiosa, ma per il resto giocone tripla A.

    Voto 9,5
  2. Rodrigo777
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Sin duda el mejor juego de la historia del gaming Merece el Goty y mas Por algo los usuarios de xbox como yo deseamos este juego llegue a xbox pero es imposible y solo nos queda jugar roblox
  3. navarrojpx
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    A great game, an amazing story, Kratos is the best spartan warrior. I just Love it.
  4. Ordnael
    Jan 20, 2022
    10
    É um jogo maravilhoso, sem dúvidas o melhor jogo que joguei na vida.
    Sua gameplay, história, personagens, câmera sem cortes, e sua incrível trilha sonora ajudam a imergir nesta incrível aventura de pai e filho.
  5. Igli
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    God of War 2018 its a masterpiece that every playstation owner should have .
  6. Critolino
    Feb 8, 2022
    10
    I passed it 100 percent 3 times and never regretted it, the best game that ever came out. No bugs, no friezes, everything is perfect in it. I recommend you check it out, you won't regret it.
  7. Murad9195
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oyun əladır. Sırf bu seriyanı sevdiyim üçün 10 xal verirəm. God of war zirvədir.… Expand
  8. Uarabei
    Feb 21, 2022
    5
    I understand that the game is good, but I tried 4 or 5 times to force myself to play it.

    I get bored from the storytelling, from the gameplay. Many friends told me that I just needed to play more, but even after 6-7 stories, I lost the desire to continue. I do not have enough dynamics, I do not like the dialogues of Kratos with his son. They are uncomplicated, sometimes stupid and    I understand that the game is good, but I tried 4 or 5 times to force myself to play it.

    I get bored from the storytelling, from the gameplay. Many friends told me that I just needed to play more, but even after 6-7 stories, I lost the desire to continue.

    I do not have enough dynamics, I do not like the dialogues of Kratos with his son. They are uncomplicated, sometimes stupid and naive. The graphics are beautiful, but it's not enough to keep playing.

    Too bad this game didn't work for me.    … Expand
  9. rJqnr
    Mar 1, 2022
    0
    Buggy game for multiple times… I was fighting a purple level enemy that would one shot me. Evaded his attack but got teleported back to hit zone and died, uninstalled and never finished the game.
  10. shaoyu_leon
    Mar 2, 2022
    4
    A boring ACT game. Boring gameplay，boring design and you can see the similar or same enemy everywhere.
  11. Massad86
    Mar 4, 2022
    0
    В играх нет места политики позор Sony !!!!!!! there is no politics in gamesthere is no politics in gamesthere is no politics in gamesthere is no politics in gamesthere is no politics in games
  12. AnotherGuy12
    Mar 29, 2022
    0
    The most overrated game in history. God of War is a boring and repetitive interactive movie/walking simulator. You don't even need to play the game, you could just watch all the cutscenes on YouTube and you will get the same experience. Don't waste you time and money on this scam.
  13. Belizar
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    Its one of the best game I'v ever played, the creators have my respect for not spoiling their most famous game franchise as its common in this generation like Bethesda with teh Fallout. God Of War is looks amazing the story is stunning and the music is godly. Everyone needs to play with this masterpiece.
  14. Augustotti
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Espetacular! Melhor game que já joguei! Jogabilidade muito boa! Cenário incrível
  15. denzonator
    Jul 9, 2022
    4
    I'm a huge fan of the 3 previous GoW games, as well as the 2 PSP ones. Seeing the trailer, and all the glowing reviews I went in with rather high expectations. The trailer gave me a glimpse that this might be different, but I was hoping they'd put some thought into it, even if it was shooting for a different vibe.

    What I ended up playing was extremely disappointing. Clunky, bogged down    I'm a huge fan of the 3 previous GoW games, as well as the 2 PSP ones. Seeing the trailer, and all the glowing reviews I went in with rather high expectations. The trailer gave me a glimpse that this might be different, but I was hoping they'd put some thought into it, even if it was shooting for a different vibe.

    What I ended up playing was extremely disappointing. Clunky, bogged down combat and... being assisted by an NPC? I wish they'd buried Kratos at his prime and just let the series die. This oaf I was in control of was a disgrace to the God of War franchise. The entire "Epic!" element you get when you're playing GoW was nowhere to be found.

    The saving grace, if you can call it that, are the gorgeous visuals. which is to be expected with games coming out on next-gen consoles. I forced myself to play it for a couple more hours, hoping that it would get better but why torture myself into playing a video game, right? I would honestly have refunded this mess if I could.    … Expand
  16. True-Gaming1
    Dec 18, 2022
    6
    One of the most overhyped games ever created. Doesn't do anything particularly well and brings nothing new. Super boring 6/10
  17. Crimson9
    Dec 21, 2022
    6
    The gameplay here (similar to Naughty Dog's) is outdated. You explore extremely linear levels, fight enemy after enemy, and only stop to pick some random loot up in a corner somewhere. The level design, the puzzles, are below average at best. The combat is fun, but tedious when its 99% of the gameplay, and most bosses can be juked and abused.

    The reason these games are considered great    The gameplay here (similar to Naughty Dog's) is outdated. You explore extremely linear levels, fight enemy after enemy, and only stop to pick some random loot up in a corner somewhere. The level design, the puzzles, are below average at best. The combat is fun, but tedious when its 99% of the gameplay, and most bosses can be juked and abused.

    The reason these games are considered great are the graphics and storytelling. Well I've never cared much about graphics, and I've read a lot of books and rarely come across a video game with much merit in its story. Here the dynamic between Kratos and his son is actually pretty great and the writers do have enough subtlety and intelligence to say something meaningful. The rest of the plot isnt particularly brilliant though. So I'd have to say this game, like most games of this kind, is insanely overrated.    … Expand
  18. lavierre
    Dec 24, 2022
    10
    I could type an entire review of this game and still wouldn’t be able to capture how good this game is.
  19. Goldenpit
    Dec 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best games of 2018 not the best but one of the best(I think spiderman is the best not RDR2) This game deserver at least 2 playthroughs it's that fun.
  20. Geraltz
    Mar 22, 2023
    7
    God of War is a game that has received high praise, but upon a closer look, it falls short of its potential.

    The story is promising, but the short length doesn't allow for proper development of the relationships between Kratos, Atreus, and other characters. The ending feels rushed, leaving you wanting more. For me, one issue with the game is the amount of climbing you have to do, and    God of War is a game that has received high praise, but upon a closer look, it falls short of its potential.

    The story is promising, but the short length doesn't allow for proper development of the relationships between Kratos, Atreus, and other characters. The ending feels rushed, leaving you wanting more.

    For me, one issue with the game is the amount of climbing you have to do, and the tight corridors that are present to allow the map to load. While it doesn't ruin the gameplay, it can disrupt the flow and immersion of the game. Furthermore, the world design of locations besides Midgard and Alfheimr could have been more creative. While the places you discover in the first few hours are unique and interesting, as the story progresses, they become less and less so. The semi-open world design doesn't enhance the overall experience for me either, as it makes the game more bloated with an unclear focus on what to do. While the side quests are interesting enough, the other activities aren't.

    The combat in God of War is one of its strong points, with a fluid and responsive system that provides a variety of attacks and abilities to choose from. However, fighting multiple enemies can be frustrating due to the camera position and inability to cancel abilities. Additionally, the boss fights become repetitive over time, which is disappointing considering the potential for more creative and challenging encounters. Despite these flaws, the combat system still provides an enjoyable experience overall.

    The difficulty in God of War is unbalanced, with a significant difference between the enemies encountered in the main storyline versus those found throughout the world. While the enemies in the story missions are relatively easy to deal with, the enemies found while exploring are often much higher level and require a significant effort to defeat. This can make it difficult to fully explore a place without feeling like the game is gatekeeping the player. While challenging encounters can enhance the overall experience, the unbalanced difficulty in God of War can be frustrating and detract from the exploration aspect of the game.

    In conclusion, while God of War had its moments of brilliance, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. The story could have benefited from more time to develop the relationships between characters, and the ending felt abrupt. However, the game's graphics are undeniably beautiful to look at, and the atmosphere of Midgard is truly immersive, transporting the player into the world of Norse mythology. The combat system is fluid and responsive, though at times frustrating, and the difficulty can feel unbalanced, making exploration less enjoyable. While God of War has its merits, I was left feeling somewhat disappointed and expecting more from such a highly praised game.    … Expand
  21. WaraWana
    Jun 2, 2023
    8
    Reviewed on PS5 after platinuming the game. I am not a fan of the rigid feeling combat or the story. I don't like that two "bosses" are practically cut and pasted 8 times with slight variations. But its a visually stunning game with practically zero bugs. Wish there was more choice of how to play. But it is clearly a story driven game and gameplay is secondary to that experience.
    Thank    Reviewed on PS5 after platinuming the game. I am not a fan of the rigid feeling combat or the story. I don't like that two "bosses" are practically cut and pasted 8 times with slight variations. But its a visually stunning game with practically zero bugs. Wish there was more choice of how to play. But it is clearly a story driven game and gameplay is secondary to that experience.
    Thank you for reading. Enjoy Gaming.    … Expand
  22. Taqisdf
    Jun 21, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Poor game man and the gameplay is fuking bad and i didn't enjoy the game its very bad… Expand
  23. SaibotGames
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    O retorno triunfal do Deus Da Guerra. Toda a reformulação do game fez bem para a franquia que já se mostrava desgastada em GoW Ascension. Customização, mundo maior, aventura maior e combate mais dinamico e frenético como nunca. Facilmente o melhor da franquia e forte candidato a Game Do Ano.
  24. ProFeat
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    Best GoW!!! Combat system, story, graphics all at the height of advise. And people who **** this game you are pathetic beggars with animals and bakers because you are in this game not play
  25. kotymba
    May 2, 2018
    9
    Finished game with Platinum on 3rd difficulty in 50 hours.
    I will say only about cons, cuz there are so many pros that I don't want to miss smth.
    - At first game play was a bit disappointing for me and first boss fight was really boring. - Barely visible small text. upd. 1.17 Still small subs and menu text. - Messy menu. - IMHO, color filter is very bright. I do love those color    Finished game with Platinum on 3rd difficulty in 50 hours.
    I will say only about cons, cuz there are so many pros that I don't want to miss smth.
    - At first game play was a bit disappointing for me and first boss fight was really boring.
    - Barely visible small text. upd. 1.17 Still small subs and menu text.
    - Messy menu.
    - IMHO, color filter is very bright. I do love those color filter which was in E3 2016 demo, because it was more cold and gray.
    - bloodless enemies - there are few enemies with red blood, mostly it's orange or blue slush. I don't understand this enemies design cuz game is 18+.
    - I wish there were more animation of enemy R3 finish move, at least for draughers and other humanoids.

    Congrats to Santa Monica team! Wish them 10 mil. sales and a lot of awards.    … Expand
  26. hpnevan
    May 2, 2018
    10
    The best game of the entire god of war series. I love this one. People who dislike this game seriously never play or never finish the story its good its freaking good and the secret ending is WOOOWWWW
    cant wait for the next game!
  27. ps4lover
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    this game is masterpiece and GOTY contender beside Red Dead Redemption 2.

    i love everything about this game : most beautiful graphic, amazing gameplay and incredible story.. enemies are variety to kill.. all bosses are epic
  28. Icrolex
    May 30, 2018
    10
    God of War was surprisingly reinvented for the beginning of a new journey.
    Well-integrated parallel missions appear to be part of the main mission.
  29. Deez_Nuts
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing, with amazing argument, amazing graphics, amazing gameplay, shocking moments, the characters are original and amazing.
  30. ALPHASxCHAOS
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Completed the game in just under 30 hours. All I have to say is "WOW" what an unbelievable game and story this was. Just simply AMAZING. To all the haters who are salty "xbone" fanboys writing negative reviews on this, go play the game before writing a troll review. Anyone that says "this isn't a god of war game" has NOT clearly played the game or watch it be played for that matter. ThisCompleted the game in just under 30 hours. All I have to say is "WOW" what an unbelievable game and story this was. Just simply AMAZING. To all the haters who are salty "xbone" fanboys writing negative reviews on this, go play the game before writing a troll review. Anyone that says "this isn't a god of war game" has NOT clearly played the game or watch it be played for that matter. This game is totally a "God Of War" and I am happy with the changes they made to a genre known as a hack and slash that became stale and outdated since the end of the last gen cycle.… Expand
  31. LawlietNick
    Jul 16, 2018
    10
    The creators put a lot of work into the God of War. This is exactly why I am proud to say that I am a gamer. God of War was created for the gamers. It has the vividly beating story in its heart that will leave a long-lasting impression. God of War is one of the few games that I would buy a new console for. Thank you, Santa Monica, for keeping the bar high while making this game.
  32. MaSs1ve1
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    The second you hit new game and the game starts, you are in an ecstasy.... This game is perfect. Unbelievable experience, the graphics are amazing, the game play is smooth, Kratos is so different and special in this game compared to the others and that is a great thing! The minute I stopped playing I had withdrawal symptoms lol
  33. George1993Tit
    Oct 20, 2018
    10
    One of my best games of all time..Incredible story and gameplay mechanics...A must buy for ps4 owners!!
  34. mkkillah
    Jul 19, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Nothing short of a masterpiece. My only problem is that on the highest difficulty it is impossible to dodge the last Valkyrie air attack. It goes so fast that even if you check for the earliest signs of this attack you will be too late.

    TIp: Disable every single setting in the options which helps you with fighting and camera movement. It will make it so that you are    Absolutely amazing. Nothing short of a masterpiece. My only problem is that on the highest difficulty it is impossible to dodge the last Valkyrie air attack. It goes so fast that even if you check for the earliest signs of this attack you will be too late.

    TIp:
    Disable every single setting in the options which helps you with fighting and camera movement. It will make it so that you are in control of every move you make. Rip that bandaid off so you can learn how to play properly.    … Expand
  35. obaib
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Al principio tenía dudas con este juego. Pero resultó ser mejor que los anteriores, algo muy dificil de conseguir.… Expand
  36. M1N5K
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This game is beautiful. The graphics are AMAZING, story is perfectly written, and the your helping ai is for the first time ever not annoying
  37. cappy2895
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Story 10/10, gameplay 10/10, detail 10/10, voice acting 10/10, cinematics 10/10, sound 10/10, scenery 10/10, challenges and side quests 10/10, everything really, worth the money?... absolutely
  38. Lepermessiah87
    Oct 19, 2018
    10
    A modern masterpiece and the best PS4 exclusive so far.
    Pros:
    + Great story
    + Amazing combat and exploration
    + A lot of enjoyable content to play through and also great replay value
    + Nice soundtrack
    + Great graphics
    Cons:
    - fewer boss fights compared to previous games in the series
  39. DonPanche
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    Amazing combat, visuals, story, lore, it is an amazing game. I truly loved this game!
  40. isai_BDK
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    This game is just perfect :the gameplay,the graffics,the history etc... cory is a GOD
  41. ernestoresendiz
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    no mucho que decir, absolutamente maravilloso. sin micro transacciones ni season pass.
  42. VeryGoodUserNam
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This game's just an masterpiece, let's just say this game is immersive as hell due to the graphic design and sound design, the voice acting is also brilliant and tbh no character in the game was badly voice acted. Boss fights were also very immersive.

    The story is brilliant aswell so many times while i played this game there were so many moments in the story that was just unexpected    This game's just an masterpiece, let's just say this game is immersive as hell due to the graphic design and sound design, the voice acting is also brilliant and tbh no character in the game was badly voice acted. Boss fights were also very immersive.

    The story is brilliant aswell so many times while i played this game there were so many moments in the story that was just unexpected and made it unpredictable.

    The combat in the game was also enjoyable you could have different combos and you also could buy different kinds of combat moves along the way with xp points. The combat was fluid and it worked well.

    So in conclusion this game is well worth a 10/10 and for sure is a high contender for GOTY 2018.    … Expand
  43. Posta22
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    If you're thinking about getting this game, or are not even interested at all, buy this game now, it's arguably the best game I've played in my entire life. The level of polish and detail in this game is unreal, and everything from the graphics, gameplay, story, exploration, environment etc. will have you jaw-dropped. Thank you for still believing in linear-focused single playerIf you're thinking about getting this game, or are not even interested at all, buy this game now, it's arguably the best game I've played in my entire life. The level of polish and detail in this game is unreal, and everything from the graphics, gameplay, story, exploration, environment etc. will have you jaw-dropped. Thank you for still believing in linear-focused single player experiences Santa Monica Studios.… Expand
  44. Fortworthsnake
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Honest review right here so check it out. Game looked down right amazing. Like I'm not big on screenshots but wow some of the inviorments are just stunning. The game has similar attributes to other titles. Tomb raider, the last of us, castlvania, and dark souls.but dont let that fool you this isn't those game but a blend of things these games did very well.anyone who reviews this lowerHonest review right here so check it out. Game looked down right amazing. Like I'm not big on screenshots but wow some of the inviorments are just stunning. The game has similar attributes to other titles. Tomb raider, the last of us, castlvania, and dark souls.but dont let that fool you this isn't those game but a blend of things these games did very well.anyone who reviews this lower than 8 or 9 are fanboys for other concoles or are mad they can't beat the game without it being on easy.game isn't easy by any means.this isn't the old god of war you can't mash square and occasionally hit triangle.the combat is simplistic but it has depth and strategy. Story is... lacking time to time and st other has that gow over the top lines. But in all the story is better than most other game cough cough destiny.... rpg elements are simple if you want but can also be deep if you take the time to understand and strategize around abilities. Some people won't like over the shoulder view but it is what it is it does give a slight immersive feeling although at times kratos body does cover a bit of your field of view.It's a fresh start on a series that was getting tiring of doing same thing over and over. This truly is one of the best reboots to a series and I guess technically at the same time is not a reboot at all... this is a god of war 4. Kratos has changed. The time period changed and gameplay changed. Hands down besides minor gripes because no one is perfect and nothing is perfect. No zelda games perfect, the last of us isn't perfect, halo multiplayer isnt perfect but the hold there spot respectfully in game history god of war ps4 will hold a place in game history and for that 10 is my score absolute love this game.o guess ma y if you just make a point to chase credits its shorter than 20 hrs but if you complain about how you tried your best to speed in the game you robbed your self of an amazing experience. Even more hyped for last of us part 2 now Haha… Expand
  45. JFS
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Excelente game! Um dos melhores dessa geração! Excelentes gráficos e uma ótima jogabilidade. A franquia soube se reinventar.
  46. quytew782323
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    amazing game with a great story and gameplay, you dont see these games that often in these recent years so kuddos to sony and santa monica for this great game
  47. sa2ui323y2
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Excellent game by an excellent developer! No micro-transactions, no season pass, no bullshiit!
    Who was saying single player games were dead? Cory is the God of video-games!
  48. 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.
  49. 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.
  50. Ganaph
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    Tudo desde a exploraçao dos mundos ate os personagem é simplesmente foda o level desing e as lutas sao naturais, e tem chefes escondidos dificeis para um cacete, ancioso para o God Of War 5 OU 2 sla qual vai ser o titulo
  51. TropShop
    Sep 3, 2018
    10
    First of all, every single negative review of this game falls under two categories, blatant trolling or unfair comparisons to previous GoW titles. Neither should be taken seriously as these are unethical methods of reviewing a game. Having said that, God of war met my expectations and then smashed right through them on all fronts. Combat, graphics, animaions, story, character progression,First of all, every single negative review of this game falls under two categories, blatant trolling or unfair comparisons to previous GoW titles. Neither should be taken seriously as these are unethical methods of reviewing a game. Having said that, God of war met my expectations and then smashed right through them on all fronts. Combat, graphics, animaions, story, character progression, exploration. Completely reinvents God of war while setting a new standard for video games. Game of the millennium.… Expand
  52. liveofdeadisn
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Game of the generation there is not other game like this one and i don't know if there will ever be another game like this one
  53. DOOKIE87
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    I must say going into this game I was nervous given that Cory and his team changed the formula of god of war. After my initial few hours that fear and nervous feeling quickly went away. I am still in absolute awe each time I play this game, everything from the graphics, combat, and story are just so well crafted and thoughtfully constructed that these changes just work so beautifully. I amI must say going into this game I was nervous given that Cory and his team changed the formula of god of war. After my initial few hours that fear and nervous feeling quickly went away. I am still in absolute awe each time I play this game, everything from the graphics, combat, and story are just so well crafted and thoughtfully constructed that these changes just work so beautifully. I am amazed just how much content is packed into this game and the amount of variety and complexity in the side missions is just astounding. The main story is just as effective if not more so. Kratos is a character to which I love due to his brooding, and bloodthirsty ways of handling situations, that being said he was just a single emotion character. I LOVE this more grounded and emotionally expressive character, there is just so much depth to him now and the way that him and Atreus play off of one another is just captivating. The combat is so gratifying now that the leviathan axe is the primary weapon. There is just so much complexity and depth to the combat that it’s almost overwhelming but that’s put to rest each time you master a new ability. I love just how much the team behind this came together and created something fresh and new while maintaining key staples of what made the franchise so great. I love this new direction and I cannot wait to see how it’s future will unfold. This is an epic masterpiece and one that every single gamer should Experience.… Expand
  54. funk_alux
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Everything in this game just works perfectly, combat system is great, exploration is awesome because of a great level design, puzzles are simple but smart, every riddle feels so natural because they are all environmental.

    But the strong point of this game is definitely it's story, it is surprisingly emotional and deep, but it's still have the epicness that always have been in the god of    Everything in this game just works perfectly, combat system is great, exploration is awesome because of a great level design, puzzles are simple but smart, every riddle feels so natural because they are all environmental.

    But the strong point of this game is definitely it's story, it is surprisingly emotional and deep, but it's still have the epicness that always have been in the god of war series.    … Expand
  55. MisterMarxman
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    Damn... I didn't expect that this game gonna be that damn good, it offer everything, great graphics, great challenges and fightings and very good story which is emotional as well... I would wrap this up just by saying.... Boy....z.... This is must Buy!
  56. GhosTzXXz
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    This is a solid Breathtaking game , and more specifically its god of war (Utter Freaking chaos) , solid story , mindbending graphics , and a lots of sides this game is truly a masterpiece in all the aspects possible
  57. Rodrii22
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Sin duda alguna es de los mejores juegos de PS4 hasta el momento, me dejó sin palabras, me llevó días completarlo al 100%. Me encanto su trabajo SANTA MÓNICA, y por sobre todo quiero felicitar a Cory Barlog por su gran esfuerzo y dedicación que tuvo sobre este juego. ¡LOS FELICITO!
  58. BicioMoreira
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    The first two games of the series have really been ahead of their time, however, the conclusion of the trilogy presents us with a game already hardened and with mechanics, formerly advanced, now delayed. Well, this new God of War changes all that, replaces the exploding of the first two games again in evidence. The game looks gorgeous, wonderful mechanics and attractive history. A gradeThe first two games of the series have really been ahead of their time, however, the conclusion of the trilogy presents us with a game already hardened and with mechanics, formerly advanced, now delayed. Well, this new God of War changes all that, replaces the exploding of the first two games again in evidence. The game looks gorgeous, wonderful mechanics and attractive history. A grade lower than 9.5 would be, in my opinion, unfair. Not because it is a god of war, but because it has undergone all the necessary changes.… Expand
  59. Gianoni
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    I've been playing videogames for more than 20 years. This game is reason I'm still playing. Great storytelling, fantastic combat system and perfectly technical features. It's one of the best games I've ever played.
  60. Jose58789565
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    The best game you can play after The Witcher 3 to be honest. It´s amazing! Can´t wait to see how they will continue on GOW II. Excellent Cory congratz!!
  61. totosolamente
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Muy buen juego. El juego aun sigue manteniendo su esencia y se nota el tiempo que le invirtieron. una idea muy arriesgada pero que valió la pena tomar.
  62. suker
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Excellent game all around, I’m just glad Sony showed everyone again that people love great story-driven single player games, not microtransaction and lootbox-filled online trash. As many others, I vote with my wallet, and bought this game full price (as UC4&TLOU), and stay far away from the likes of EA
  63. Ramazan_119
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This game is simply a game of Generation for me. The best game on PS4 so far in my opinion
  64. Chetan9893
    May 4, 2018
    10
    After a really long time, we finally have masterpiece of a game. With a solid gameplay and an awesome story line, this game proves that single player games still rocks. Side-quests are some of the best I have seen in the games without any repetitive or boring quests. The combat system is great and encourage players to try different strategies against different kinds of enemies. On theAfter a really long time, we finally have masterpiece of a game. With a solid gameplay and an awesome story line, this game proves that single player games still rocks. Side-quests are some of the best I have seen in the games without any repetitive or boring quests. The combat system is great and encourage players to try different strategies against different kinds of enemies. On the hardest difficulty the game can be pretty much brutal but the feeling of finally clearing a wave of draugrs makes it much more satisfying. The game is very much rewarding and you won't have to scrounge for resources for upgrades and items. There are a few minor bugs and glitches but that doesn't hamper the game experience and most of them will be fixed by the time you get your hands on this game. It is a must own for any PS4 user. Overall an awesome game with a well deserving 10 from me.… Expand
  65. ZebLightning
    May 6, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is remarkable from the graphics, gameplay and all the way up to the story. If you are ever looking for games that can show what the PS4 is really capable of than this is a must buy. One scene that shows the true colors and vibrance of the game is when you meet The Witch after you have shot her animal. After she tells you to carry the bore to her home you are slowly walking up this trail and you can see all these trees and plants. The variety of the colors and the different animals roaming around her home is just a beautiful sight to look at. Gameplay is on a whole other level when it comes to fighting enemies and how you take them out. If you are skeptical on buying this game because you might think you'll be running around doing useless boring side-quest. Look no further than your first boss fight with The Stranger. This fight right here is one of the best fight scenes I have ever seen in a video game. It is also how it will be for the rest of the game. There is no dull moment where I feel like i'm doing stuff that has no affect on the story and that brings me to the story of the game. For the first time we get to see Kratos act like a father figure and actually stay calm when something does not go his way. We see growth between both main characters from Atreus learning all the things he possesses and Kratos learning not to rip other peoples heads off because they don't agree with him and not wanting his son to do the same mistakes he did. The only complaint I have with the game but is something you just get used to is the camera. I always finding myself getting hit from behind because it doesn't allow you to look in the back of you quick enough. Yes, you can do the quick turn but then I can't see the other enemy I was focusing on. Overall this game is a must buy and shouldn't have a score lower than a 7 and that's kind of pushing it.… Expand
  66. OperationGames
    May 15, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece that opens a new world to explore. It is a great game with only one problem: variation. The enemies sometimes feel boring and the mini bosses too, anyway this does not affect the total experiencie because the combat system is great and the story is wonderful and open a lot of possibilities for futures games.
  67. JaumGamer2001
    Jul 21, 2018
    10
    jogo realmente incrivel, a história é ótima o combate os gráficos e a trilha sonora! realmente o jogo do ano!!! se pudesse dava nota 1.000
  68. Renosheriffs
    May 30, 2018
    10
    This game is one of the best games ever created, from gameplay, story, mechanics and historical accuracy. Norse religion/mythology is a complicated one and a huge acomplishment to get it right, wether its the portrayal of Thor's sons or the history Mimir teaches you is spot on with the most conclusive stories of the lore. The dificulty aspect is amazing, it isnt impossible to play yetThis game is one of the best games ever created, from gameplay, story, mechanics and historical accuracy. Norse religion/mythology is a complicated one and a huge acomplishment to get it right, wether its the portrayal of Thor's sons or the history Mimir teaches you is spot on with the most conclusive stories of the lore. The dificulty aspect is amazing, it isnt impossible to play yet challenging even on the easiest level. The God of war setting does not allow you to switch dificulty during that campaign (dark souls, bloodborne esque) which is very intense. Sidequests are not only in more abundance but more meaningful, MUCH more and the added story and comedy with the dwarves is added in so smoothly. The dynamic story, gameplay and replay value makes this possibly the best single game created I would buy a PS4 just for this game and there are no other single titles I would do that for. A phenomenal series and phenomenal game.

    J.    … Expand
  69. wwebb9
    Jul 19, 2018
    10
    Best game I have ever played in my entire life. You can start etching it in stone now, GoW = GOTY 2018.
  70. BlackTigerBj96
    Jul 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I rarely touched a game with an immersive world like this. Perfect gameplay. Great story and pacing. I will miss this experience when i am finished with this title. I played every single one in this series but this is probably the most defining game of this generation. Goty.… Expand
  71. Asand
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    Best single player game I played in years. Great story, involving character progression system and meaty combat. Need to play.
  72. Shark_Gamer
    Sep 10, 2018
    10
    Never thought I would be saying this about a God Of War game as the story has always been rather forgettable and generic, but the story is what keeps you coming back for more in this game. That is saying a lot because the gameplay is just phenomenal.

    Definite Game Of The Year contender. A must play for ANY gamer out there.
  73. Kanazawa
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    One of the greatest video games ever created. I had no idea what God of War was before this game, and my god do I know now.
  74. Akira282
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This is a whole reinvention similar to Resident Evil 4. Taking what was known and putting it on its head. The result is close to a masterpiece as you can find these days. When the emphasis has been on multiplayer games in the past, the love of journey and achievement still has its luster. I for one am glad to have joined Kratos and Atreus on their journey!
  75. Jes1310
    Aug 8, 2018
    10
    This game is the reason why i bought a PS4 and i has not dissapointed me. amazing grafics, great story, love that there is no loading time, so it is actually one take.
    Amazing how much power the game can pull out of the PS. Would say this is a must by for everyone WHO likes the fantasy genre.
  76. ocinom
    Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Seriously? Why the hell are you looking at user reviews for this game? When deep inside you know this is one of the best PS4 games this generation. Do yourself a favor and get this game.
  77. hdsenevi
    Jun 3, 2018
    10
    Only few games emotionally resonated with me like God of war. This is a must play if you have a PS4. It belongs on the pantheon of best games on the platform among Uncharted, Last of us and Journey.
    All the aspects of the game from graphics, story, sound design, level design, boss battles, combat, side quests are top notch. Even after you finish the main story line there is a very    Only few games emotionally resonated with me like God of war. This is a must play if you have a PS4. It belongs on the pantheon of best games on the platform among Uncharted, Last of us and Journey.
    All the aspects of the game from graphics, story, sound design, level design, boss battles, combat, side quests are top notch. Even after you finish the main story line there is a very challenging additional boss battle to be had which was one of the best (and hardest) boss battles I've ever done in a game.
    Above all Santa Monica studios did all this without giving us "games as a service". Without cramming the game with loot boxes or micro transaction or DLC. I love that aspect of it. A single player story driven action game with heart. Just amazing. Words escape me when I try to find adjectives to describe it. This is a game that I will come back to time after time even after finishing it multiple times. It's that good.    … Expand
  78. pongkrit03
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    It is not easy for me to give 10/10 to a game, but God of war earn it rightfully. Please ignore those negative reviews, I don't know how it get up there. This is my first God of war, and I would like to tell you that this game is a must play for every PS4 owners. Though it is not perfect yet but surely deserves GOTY 2018.

    Combat mechanic is the most brilliant combination I've ever seen.    It is not easy for me to give 10/10 to a game, but God of war earn it rightfully. Please ignore those negative reviews, I don't know how it get up there. This is my first God of war, and I would like to tell you that this game is a must play for every PS4 owners. Though it is not perfect yet but surely deserves GOTY 2018.

    Combat mechanic is the most brilliant combination I've ever seen. The Devs took inspiration from Dark Souls, mixed with skills, then axe throwing, and ordering your companion. It went so well, created another great challenge game. ( I finished this game on challenge mode and it was harder than any soul games I ever played). Although, I think Kratos is a bit too slow for my liking and the camera view gives me blind spot on my left, I never felt bored with the combat. I can repeat, I want more. The fight is fun, gore and exciting. Enemies, though repetitive model, are vary in skills.

    Another great job is the puzzle designed. I rarely like puzzles, but man, this game has a lot of awesome creative puzzles. Best puzzles game I ever played. It blends well with the pace.

    Story is good, not the best but not too shabby. There are very few characters here but all are memorable. The ending is a bit abrupt though. I thought there would be more.

    Graphic is , as you may know, one of the best in PS4 Genre. Many cinematic excited me. Sound and BGM are all well done. Clearing all main and side quests, I spent around 40-50 hrs, no bug was met

    In sum, I have no complain. God of war is the epitome of the game that combines all shining aspects of other great AAA games and succeed. 10/10 get this game now !    … Expand
  79. jelikey
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    There is not much more I can say that the critic reviews don't portray. The game has everything a perfect game needs. It has a great story, great characters, great music, great graphics and visuals and most importantly of all great gameplay that innovates on the previous god of war games. The game deserves all the hype it has been getting.
  80. Hasami-Age
    May 21, 2018
    8
    It's a good metroidvania with a good difficulty.

    But there are moments that tire you of the loneliness that is in the game between battle and solving puzzles, because the worlds we visit are dead with very few characters to interact. There comes a time when that the stories, explains of the one characters stories are more interesting than the game itself. This game will enjoy whoever    It's a good metroidvania with a good difficulty.

    But there are moments that tire you of the loneliness that is in the game between battle and solving puzzles, because the worlds we visit are dead with very few characters to interact. There comes a time when that the stories, explains of the one characters stories are more interesting than the game itself.

    This game will enjoy whoever plays it but who only limits himself in watching playing another person will be bored.    … Expand
  81. Nusferatu_DUDE
    Apr 26, 2019
    10
    Well, what can i say about this masterpiece which haven't said before, its amazing, the story, the graphics, the camera, the production the acting, i can praise is for so many things, but this way or the other, it stays gold, cory and the team are just masters of their work, and those are the people who's taking this industry to next level, next with naughty dog, guerrilla games, rockstar,Well, what can i say about this masterpiece which haven't said before, its amazing, the story, the graphics, the camera, the production the acting, i can praise is for so many things, but this way or the other, it stays gold, cory and the team are just masters of their work, and those are the people who's taking this industry to next level, next with naughty dog, guerrilla games, rockstar, and some other big names that because a sigil of quality!… Expand
  82. jerrymimus
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    Absolutely fantastic in every sense that a game can be. Masterful story with great combat mechanics and even better visuals.
  83. 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.
  84. Dalogan72
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    This may be the best game I have ever played. I dont understand hoe some dudes are trashing this game, The game has everuthing even a good script.
  85. PeterAlexander
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    God of War is a celebration of the potential story-driven games have. With intensely rewarding combat, amazing graphics, brilliant characters, and perhaps one of the best stories ever made, God of War is a masterpiece.
  86. Hohum
    May 31, 2018
    10
    One of the greatest AAA games ever released. I spent most of the game waiting for something to come off the rails, as is so common with over-hyped big budged releases, but that moment never came. Story, graphics, cinematic experience, sound, acting and voice-overs, combat, level design, pacing...the list of everything that works well keeps on going. Santa Monica Studios have a fantasticOne of the greatest AAA games ever released. I spent most of the game waiting for something to come off the rails, as is so common with over-hyped big budged releases, but that moment never came. Story, graphics, cinematic experience, sound, acting and voice-overs, combat, level design, pacing...the list of everything that works well keeps on going. Santa Monica Studios have a fantastic product on their hands and something which they can use to build many more GoW games to come. Please?!?… Expand
  87. Skitzofreniq
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Oh my God (of War). This is what you get when mainly the director is this passionate about his product. So much went into this game and it shows. I knew I was going to enjoy it but I did not expect it to exceed the hype by this much. Bravo Santa Monica. Bravo.
  88. Patrickstul
    Aug 25, 2018
    10
    Best action on playstation and maybe in all platforms at all. Kratos is trully a real man here. Gorgeous locations, many intresting quests and beautiful storyline makes this game BEST in 2018, sure about it. Crazy work from Santa Monica Studio, Cory Barlog - genius, Kojima brother.
  89. DefinitelyMayb
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece of a game. Well acted, great story, well linear progression, amazing background, fun, good mechanics and well-incorporated themes. Its amazing how far the series has transformed and this game had the audacity to keep some secrets (both mechanic and storywise) that keeps the player on the edge. As a player that has played two of the previous installments, its great this gameA masterpiece of a game. Well acted, great story, well linear progression, amazing background, fun, good mechanics and well-incorporated themes. Its amazing how far the series has transformed and this game had the audacity to keep some secrets (both mechanic and storywise) that keeps the player on the edge. As a player that has played two of the previous installments, its great this game honor its roots when a key mechanic is introduced midway through the game. This is what a great game looks and feels like.… Expand
  90. Kojumbo
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    Definitely a 10. The game surprised me with its brilliant combat system, beautiful world, very good voice acting and gripping story. The only downside are probably the rather easy main bosses and the rushed ending. Still, the game compensates this with the amazing amount of side quests and challenging side bosses. This is the first game in which I finished 100% of trophies as every littleDefinitely a 10. The game surprised me with its brilliant combat system, beautiful world, very good voice acting and gripping story. The only downside are probably the rather easy main bosses and the rushed ending. Still, the game compensates this with the amazing amount of side quests and challenging side bosses. This is the first game in which I finished 100% of trophies as every little puzzle, treasury or lore piece felt worth exploring.

    Overall, God of War 4 is probably the best game you can buy now for PS4 and has a little for everyone: casuals, hardcore players, and guys that just want a story and beautiful world. The game has been influenced by TLOU, Dark Souls and Far Cry and is a successful mix from the best of them. I also recommend trying the hardest difficult if you really desire a challenge.    … Expand
  91. MrRater
    Apr 27, 2018
    9
    First of all, congratulations Santa Monica Studios for developing this amazing game. It's pretty evident that alot of passion and difficult choices went into developing this game.

    I will try to write this review as short as possible. My short opinion: I really enjoyed this game. My enjoyment score would be a 10. However, as you can see, I didn't give it a 10, since a reviewer needs to    First of all, congratulations Santa Monica Studios for developing this amazing game. It's pretty evident that alot of passion and difficult choices went into developing this game.

    I will try to write this review as short as possible.
    My short opinion: I really enjoyed this game. My enjoyment score would be a 10. However, as you can see, I didn't give it a 10, since a reviewer needs to be as objective as possible(even though this review will contain a lot of subjectivity).

    The story was entertaining. The way it was presented was interesting as well(no cuts). My only small problem was the pacing. The pacing felt off during certain moments. I don't want to spoil anything about the story and it is just me being nit picky since it isn't a consistent problem.

    Kratos is also a lot more interesting compared to the previous installments. He isn't one dimensional and you can see him grow as a character as the story progresses. Atreus isn't annoying as well and IMO compliments well with this "new" Kratos. Every other characters are interesting and are not "boring".

    Level design is just excellent. The levels are linear, but it has different "branches" to explore. Those branches looks interesting and are well thought out. The levels itself looks beautiful. I've played the game on challenge mode without HUD on a FAT PS4 and it is in my opinion the best looking game this generation for the PS4.

    Sound is like most games good. The music depends on preferences. Voice acting is well done as well. It's on par with other story driven games.

    Game mechanics:
    - Combat is well done and has actual depth now. It isn't "button mashy". You also have another option to approach the enemies. Instead of depleting their health, you can try to increase their stagger bar to "one shot" them with an execution move which is as satisfying as the previous installments. The rage mode also feels more satisfying(a tleast to me).

    My only problem is that I do miss the jump button. This may however only be a problem for the fans who has played the previous installments.

    It also has more RPG elements. Instead of just upgrading your weapons like the previous games, it also gives you the option to customize it(aka making it more personal). Kratos and Atreus can also wear "armors" and they are customizable as well.

    Puzzles are also nice and not too difficult. It doesn't take too long to figure out a puzzle, yet it feels satisfying when you solve it. This however may depend on the players and how "experience" you are with puzzles in general.

    The perspective of the camera depends on preferences. I've heard people not liking it, but also people having no problem with the camera angle. From my experience, I had no problem as well and prefer this camera because it's more "personal". But again, it depends on your preference.

    Performance is most of the time consistent. I only had like 3 times of small frame drops.    … Expand
  92. DanBenevenuto
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    GOD OF WAR is the best game of 2018 so far, Kratos is back in a new game with new gameplay, new map and new history based on the nordic mithology. All the game content is excellent and playing a father Kratos has a kind of fun, the boss batles are insane and you have alternative bosses, The Valkyries. If you did not play this game, you should play it now !
  93. ddiabelekk
    Aug 6, 2018
    10
    Astonishing game. I just wish it was longer :( When you finally feel the power the game ends.
  94. A_HumanPerson
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    This is currently the best game available for the PS4. It has a brilliant story, great characters, and an addictive open world. Using Kratos' new weapon the Leviathan Axe is ridiculously fun and his son, Atreus, feels necessary to the combat, unlike some other NPC allies in different games. The story connects brilliantly to Norse mythology and has a lot of call-backs to the original God ofThis is currently the best game available for the PS4. It has a brilliant story, great characters, and an addictive open world. Using Kratos' new weapon the Leviathan Axe is ridiculously fun and his son, Atreus, feels necessary to the combat, unlike some other NPC allies in different games. The story connects brilliantly to Norse mythology and has a lot of call-backs to the original God of War games. If you own a PS4, you need to buy this game!… Expand
  95. CAKEwad
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    Great story telling accompanied by sharp visuals meshed with fluid and satisfying combat. Everything comes together to make this masterpiece work. They'll be remastering this game in the next console generation for sure!
  96. BSchwarz95
    Aug 5, 2018
    10
    Absolute perfection, and an immense improvement on the previous games in the series. This Norse God of War game breathes new life into the franchise, taking not only an entire mythological history and swapping it for another but also switching up the gameplay, style, aesthetic, and changing the very nature of the old hack-and-slash platformers that these games are known for. Of course,Absolute perfection, and an immense improvement on the previous games in the series. This Norse God of War game breathes new life into the franchise, taking not only an entire mythological history and swapping it for another but also switching up the gameplay, style, aesthetic, and changing the very nature of the old hack-and-slash platformers that these games are known for. Of course, pieces of the game are still reminiscent of the old style but for all intents and purposes, this is a new type of GoW game altogether... and it’s beautiful. My biggest gripes with the other games are now not in the series at all anymore: the helpful health, magic, and rage chests alternating between what they offer: gone. The tedious button-mashing to defeat bosses, open doors, and any other interactable objects: gone. In exchange, God of War IV dilutes those elements or raplaces them completely. Sure, there are small stones that may change color depending on what they offer but by no means are they the only source of that object and really, are almost entirely missable. Button-mashing is only in the game less than a dozen times and it's also mostly avoidable, or completely necessary to put you in Kratos' shoes (as far as effort goes).
    While not open world, the map is large and explorable, spanning out from the center like a spider's web. In this way, it would be most accurate to draw comparisons to Rise of the Tomb Raider or Bioshock where they're are not "levels" to progress through story, but chapters that take place in different areas that can be accessed at any time. In aesthetic, though, comparisons between this game and Skyrim, Middle-Earth, The Witcher or Dragon Age as they revolve around a slightly more mideival-fantasy genre. Really, calling this game Rise of the Tomb Raider meets Skyrim would be a great way to look at this game as a whole. The other GoW games took you from point A to B to C, and so on. This game, on the other hand, lays out A-Z all at the same time and you get to decide which letter you approach first. From there, A2, A3, A4, and other sections of each letter can be unlocked, if that analogy makes sense. It's not quite a "play your way" sort of story but the kind of variations and customizations that are offered astounded me, and I still can't stop playing.
    The map is very large but I do have a few problems with it. For one, some sections of it are quite maze-like. Since it's a spider-web shape, you have to follow trails to get between certain sections which means if you want to travel to a different area, you'd have to trek through the trails and are unable to find shortcuts. For example, I wanted to beat the Valkyrie in The Mountains but the Yggdrasil door closest to it took me to a spot 1400m away: above where I wanted to be. The map has no apparent depth when looking at it from above and not being able to rotate it or change perspective became troublesome at times. That is probably the biggest thing I would change as it slowed down my gameplay quite a bit.
    That being said, my problems with the map stop after Midgard and since there are 5 other realms to explore (all smaller) the problems are mostly limited to that realm. Niflheim, Muspeilheim, Helheim, and Alfheim are all explorable and each offer their own unique perks, challenges, and areas to devote your time to. The best part: you could play the game without even venturing once into two of those places which end up serving as a complete bonus for players who wanted to experience more of the worlds Santa Monica built for us.
    Speaking of the developers: this game has, by far, the best story of any game I've played in a very long time. The action and emotion are both astronomically impacting and both aspects make the experience as a whole entirely unmatched. The voice acting as well has been vastly improved; Kratos is no longer a sort of eye-rolling dialoguist but now is a rusted poet full of heart and buried emotion. It truly was a heartbreaking, heartwarming, and mesmerizing experience following Kratos and Atreus on this journey.
    I could go on for hours but I think I've sold this game enough and just hope that just one single person out there who hasn't played this game is reading this review is now convinced to give it a try, I've succeeded. Borrow it from a friend, rent it, buy it, however you can. Scrape pennies out of the couch and call in your favors: God of War IV is the must-play game of the year.    … Expand
  97. GBG_Jason
    May 21, 2018
    9
    If you're a parent, you probably have two lingering fears, and chances are neither of them are giant spider crabs. Speaking from experience, I've laid awake countless nights wondering if my past actions would affect my son in a negative way. Additionally, I fear the unexpected loss of my wife, leaving me to raise this life we have created a partnership to raise alone. This is a large focalIf you're a parent, you probably have two lingering fears, and chances are neither of them are giant spider crabs. Speaking from experience, I've laid awake countless nights wondering if my past actions would affect my son in a negative way. Additionally, I fear the unexpected loss of my wife, leaving me to raise this life we have created a partnership to raise alone. This is a large focal point of the narrative behind the newest entry in the God of War series, which works as a sequel and a reboot in equal parts as the title takes place a number of years after the events of God of War III, with an aged, tired Kratos living the quiet life in the land of the Norse gods. Not only are we treated to new mythology, which ties in with the past games, the overall style has changed, featuring an open world ripe for exploration, with a one-shot camera and combat that is akin to an accessible Dark Souls clone.

    The story picks up a short time after Kratos' wife passes, with our hero and his son Atreus setting off on a journey to spread her ashes at the top of a mountain peak, per her wishes. Before they can set off on their mission, a stranger arrives that sets the stage for most of the conflicts throughout the rest of the game. After a close, extremely cinematic battle, they are on their way. While the previous games in the series followed Kratos on his quest for revenge against the gods, this story is a much smaller, personal story that focuses on Kratos’ past, his relationship with his son and the secrets he's kept from him, with the Norse gods peppered in occasionally and setting the stage for what I am assuming will be a number of sequels. The story is solid and conveys the uneasy relationship our duo has in a meaningful way. It's a welcome change and worthy of much of the praise it has received, but it's far from perfect. I spent my 20+ hours with the main story expecting Thor or Odin to show up to throw down with our hero, which never truly comes to pass and leaves the finale feeling a bit anticlimactic.

    As I stated earlier, the number of gods you encounter is on a much smaller scale than previous games, with most of the boss battles being larger creatures, which were nothing short of cannon fodder in past games. While these are still thrilling, a number of the encounters go on much longer than they rightfully should and can become stale. You can only deplete a characters life bar so many times with it refilling before wanting to throw something other than the Leviathan Axe, which is Kratos' new tool of destruction; opposed to previous entries, this is the only weapon you'll use for about half of the game. Don't get me wrong, the new combat is fun and refreshing (calling back the Axe similar to Thor's hammer never gets old) once you get the hang of the new control scheme, but the variety the past games offered in terms of weapons was on a much grander scale. This iteration only has a total of two true weapons that can be customized and upgraded like in the past, which can make the combat a bit less thrilling. The violence has also been toned down quite a bit; while there is still a lot of blood and gore, you won't see our protagonist strangling anyone with their own innards on this outing.

    Exploration will be a big part of the game, as the title has a fully-fledged open world that can be explored as you see fit, with Metroidvania inspired mechanics in place to keep you revisiting past areas looking for stray chests, upgrades, or side quests after the proper equipment is acquired. All of this can be done post-game for those of you who prefer to stay focused on the main objective; however, there is no option for a New Game Plus, which hopefully will be added in an update. There are plenty of side missions and post-game content to keep you revisiting the title, as well as the additional difficulties, so there are replay options in place. For those of you worrying about Atreus being a lackluster companion that you must babysit, rest assured he is a more than capable companion who often helps in combat and uses his bow to access areas that are blocked off early in the game. While he can be a bit of a jerk at times, I haven't cared this much about an AI companion since Ellie in The Last of Us.

    I remember getting God of War III at launch and being in awe of the visuals, which look extremely tame in comparison to the newest release. This is hands down one of the best looking games I've ever seen. The visuals pack an impressive amount of details and are relatively bug free, with only a few minor glitches being present, one being one of Kratos' eyes rolling around while the other was static, as if he was possessed by a demonic force. While we are on the subject of eyes, they were one of my favorite aspects of the visuals, with the pain and toll of being a god present in Kratos' eyes.

    If you own a PS4, you should buy this.    … Expand
  98. Rbar
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    One of the best games Ive ever played. Ranks right up there with Skyrim, Red Dead Redemption and The Last of Us. I'm about 12 hours in and this game keeps suprising me at every turn. Listening to the banter between Kratos and Atreus is one of my favorite parts. Along with splitting Reavers in half! The Norse mythology is amazing also. Sooooo in depth. If you are a PS4 owner this isOne of the best games Ive ever played. Ranks right up there with Skyrim, Red Dead Redemption and The Last of Us. I'm about 12 hours in and this game keeps suprising me at every turn. Listening to the banter between Kratos and Atreus is one of my favorite parts. Along with splitting Reavers in half! The Norse mythology is amazing also. Sooooo in depth. If you are a PS4 owner this is a must buy.… Expand
  99. meroconstantine
    May 16, 2019
    10
    Melhor god of war, está no meu top 10 de melhores jogos, trilha sonora, gráficos, jogabilidades impecáveis, ansioso para a continuação, recomendo...
  100. 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
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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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