God of War

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 23476 Ratings

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  1. darkvoidx
    Nov 3, 2018
    10
    This is the best game i've ever played and it is my favoirte game of all time right now thank you Santa Monica and Cory for this amazing experience
  2. Lewonski
    Nov 3, 2018
    10
    Gráficos : 10/10
    Jogabilidade : 10/10
    História : 10/10

    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei da franquia God Of War, batendo de frente inclusive com o primeiro. O jogo se mostrou bastante diferente dos outros games da franquia, mas em minha opinião esse novo estilo combinou bastante com o game. Forte concorrente para jogo do ano.
  3. Peakay
    Nov 4, 2018
    10
    This is game is one of the best of all time. Period. It is easily one of the best on the PS4 right after Red Dead Redemption 2. A Masterful Game! A culmination of Santa Monica's experience and craft. Truly an experience, They presented us with new hopes. A soft reboot of a franchise which opens up new doors for the future of Kratos by far It sits as one of the very best single player gameThis is game is one of the best of all time. Period. It is easily one of the best on the PS4 right after Red Dead Redemption 2. A Masterful Game! A culmination of Santa Monica's experience and craft. Truly an experience, They presented us with new hopes. A soft reboot of a franchise which opens up new doors for the future of Kratos by far It sits as one of the very best single player game ever made. I really recommend anyone to play this work of art. I give it a 98/100… Expand
  4. AybertoKing
    Nov 4, 2018
    10
    This game has everything that I have ever wanted from a game. Story, graphics, music, camera, combat,.
  5. Arthur19
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    I have played all the big 2018 games and this is the best game of the year and maybe of the generation
  6. jessiejay
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    This is the game that made me fall in love with gaming all over again thanks Santa Monica and Cory i hope you all win game of the year and game of the generation you deserve it
  7. darkborne
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    No other game will ever match this amazing piece of art it just can't be another game like this one
  8. killermark
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    The evolution of the God of war saga is the best example of how companies should make and change their games today
  9. Vicaramelia
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    God of war is the best game o this generation with just the first 15 minutes are enough to one notice this
  10. amberlight
    Nov 5, 2018
    10
    If we were honest God of war deserve more than a 10/10 because this game is beyond this score and it makes it look like a bad one
  11. darkmatterw
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    this game is a very rare and strange example of how the gaming industry can still produce quality contend but they rather be greedy and lazy with the only motivation of make easy money
  12. rosmarious
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    God of war is not innovative in anything that it has to offer but this is the point the game just has to have the right options and balance experience to turn this itself into a masterpiece and that is what the new God of War does at the perfection
  13. voidinfame
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    God of war is right now the king of graphics game play story and characters for the single player experiences
  14. Amyarmx
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    Seriously how can 525 thousand and another 227 people think that this game is a bad game or a regular one? this is why not only the gaming industry is bad right now for the greedy companies but also for its bad and cancerous community this game is beyond of the word masterpiece and everyone will have to deal with it because this is not only the game of the year but also the game of the generation
  15. arkmwill
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    God of War is the best if not the perfect game that servers as an example of how to change the gaming industry
  16. qwisward
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    The game of the generation is here and it's name is God of war with stunning graphics gameplay and characters coming from the gods themselves
  17. robotboys
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    God of war is the peak of gaming and the best game of the year and probably of the generation
  18. amyyourhero
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    God of war is the most pulled game ever made for a company that really loves this art and this game must rewarded with every single award
  19. darkbeats
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    Gaming today is looking like most hollywood movies just passable experiences that are bad in general but God of War is like that movie of the year that remind us how to create amazing experiences that will live forever in our memories
  20. RichYardFineMen
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    Just a story between father and son. Somewhat humorous as wel...

    No words can do justice for the visuals of this game. Simply 10/10. Combat mechanics are the best I have ever experienced in a game; satisfying, responsive and diverse, you truly do feel like a God of War. I have found myself devising my own combos and techniques because the system has given me that freedom to slaughter    Just a story between father and son. Somewhat humorous as wel...

    No words can do justice for the visuals of this game. Simply 10/10.

    Combat mechanics are the best I have ever experienced in a game; satisfying, responsive and diverse, you truly do feel like a God of War. I have found myself devising my own combos and techniques because the system has given me that freedom to slaughter the creatures of this world in whatever fashion I want. This gives me an overwhelming sense of power, EXACTLY what a God of War should be perceived as.

    Excellent, excellent, excellent. No one should even dare to question about purchasing this game.    … Expand
  21. darkgreen
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    God of war is the reformation itself of gaming and art in a unic way that is almost impossible to achieve
  22. beautifulligh
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    The game of the generation the game of the decade the game of the year and perhaps the game of the history that is pretty much what summarises God of War
  23. mywifex
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    I'm so glad that i grew up with this wonderful franchise and this new game is the best so far and easily the best game of the entire generation
  24. atreusxaloylove
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    God of war is without a doubt the game that has reformed the entire gaming industry and it totally deserves the game of the year
  25. darkmoonx
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    Good games generally can't be made today due to the gaming industry full of greedy companies and bad communities but even though God of War manages to make a masterpiece unlike anything done before it and now not only it is the game of the generation but also the the living example that good games can still be made today
  26. Sourani
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    good game. deserves 97+
    I have played this game for 120+ hours, finished it 6 time and i still love the plot.
  27. kingblood
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    With groundbreaking combat music graphics and characters God of War easily shows how to make great video games even on these days
  28. kingangelofdark
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    This games transforms all the concept of a the music graphics and evolution of characters with so much love that is almost impossible to describe
  29. willofdark
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    This is the game that can show how to do the things like 14 years ago and make this art great as it was in the past
  30. gohandark
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This masterpiece puts in shame to all the gaming industry and all their games in such a beautiful way that you can't feel bad for them
  31. amaterasux
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    God of war is the best game ever made this game takes all the good things about this franchise and makes it even better
  32. inmnotyou
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Masterpieces like this one are very hard to achieve today with so many corrupted companies but God of war shows one again that it can be made
  33. stealofd
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece falls too much to be used for this game that redefines the art of the video games
  34. Bamax2
    Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Gameplay=(9/10)
    Environment/Aesthetic appeal=(10/10)
    Story=(10/10) Music=(10/10) Notes: RPG and open-world/linear level blend was both seamless and impressive, This game could only be improved upon by allowing the players skill to assist in killing higher-level enemies instead of a classic leveling system that locks you into fighting certain enemy levels exclusively until you level    Gameplay=(9/10)
    Environment/Aesthetic appeal=(10/10)
    Story=(10/10)
    Music=(10/10)
    Notes: RPG and open-world/linear level blend was both seamless and impressive, This game could only be improved upon by allowing the players skill to assist in killing higher-level enemies instead of a classic leveling system that locks you into fighting certain enemy levels exclusively until you level Kratos up a little bit. I would also welcome a few more boss fights towards the middle and end of the narrative. Literally, every other aspect of the game was 10 out of 10 so that's the score it gets. Thank you for making a game worth my time and my money. This is now in my top 10 games of all time list.    … Expand
  35. moonofyorsoul
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece falls too much to be used with this game that shouldn't exist in this industry because this is the best game of the generation
  36. lovelikeyoudo
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Right above the words masterpiece is this game standing and making look other games like they were a normal experience this is and must get the game of the year as the game of the generation
  37. kingofgodsx
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    God of war shines as the best game of this generation and as the game of the year this is the peak of gaming
  38. tyano123
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game reallyThis game should be the GAME OF THE YEAR. It is still your God of war game with tons of hack and slash with stunning, beautiful graphics and scenery but what really blows my mind is the story. It drags you in. It is full of tension, emotional roller coaster then seeing the character growth and development is just brilliant. The soundtracks is just perfect, blends in to the game really well. This the RPG I was longing for. God of War is sure is a masterpiece.… Expand
  39. godofdarkx
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    God of war is the best game of this generation and it really remind us how were the games before just works of pure art and this is one of them
  40. jcppdev
    Jan 1, 2019
    10
    Great graphics.
    Great story.
    Great characters.
    Great experience.
    Great art.
    Great game.
  41. amandaisbetter
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    GAMES LIKE THIS ONE DOESN'T COME AROUND VERY OFTEN SO EVERYONE MUST ENJOY THIS piece of art
  42. ytuir
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    God of war is the best game in every single aspect if we compare this against other games
  43. fireisgood
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    God of war with just that name you know that this is something very special for gaming
  44. jerrywts
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    best and game aren't words that come along mostly of the time but god of war is above both of these cliches of the gaming industry
  45. kratosisfgod
    Jan 7, 2019
    10
    Best game i've played this is the entire generation of games such as the witcher 3 horizon zero dawn uncharted 4 bloodborne dark souls 3 in one single game
  46. lifestykle
    Jan 8, 2019
    10
    Best game ever God of war reboot is the best thing that gaming has ever done in a while the true game of the generation
  47. godisart
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    BEST game ever the rock star fanboys trying to get down the user score of 9.2 to 9.1 should be allowed to post here
  48. adleist
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    God of war is king of gaming right now absolutely the best game of this year and maybe of the generation
  49. reyisdark
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece is not a word that you can use with god of war because this game is beyond that
  50. amberfire
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    Best game ever is the perfect word to use with god of war this is so good it shouldn't exist
  51. ladymariabestwa
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    God of war breaks all the barriers of past present and future gaming in an amazing story that will go down as the best so far in the franchise
  52. angleofdark
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    God of war is king of its own genre and this reboot was the best choice that cory and Santa Monica have made
  53. filepot
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    Very nice game made by a group of talented people you should play it to see how good it is
  54. bimbs
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    god of war takes all the best things of gaming to a whole new level of detail and beauty
  55. oterpists
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    god of war is the reason of why we must love games this is a true experience of art
  56. 20master
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    simply masterpiece, the gameplay mechanics are so good and getting better as you progress the game
    the story and plot twists of the game will drop your jaw.. atreus is simply the best companion in any video games out there, atleast gameplay wise, the music and scores are awesome.. they're still epic but mixed with emotional vibes, can't wait for the sequel!
  57. Flyfires1
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    When God of War first showed of during the 2016 E3, I didn't have that much interest for the game as I've never played any of the previous games. As the release date coming closer and closer, the hype around the game got higher, yet I was still not interested, it wasn't until after the game released that I saw more of the gameplay and other reviews that I got hooked on. I brought the gameWhen God of War first showed of during the 2016 E3, I didn't have that much interest for the game as I've never played any of the previous games. As the release date coming closer and closer, the hype around the game got higher, yet I was still not interested, it wasn't until after the game released that I saw more of the gameplay and other reviews that I got hooked on. I brought the game 2 weeks after the release and it was one of the best games I've ever played. The story, graphics, sound, gameplay, and map were all just amazing. The combat system is the most additive combat I've ever played in a video game. The story also had a big impact on me as I never had seen eye to eye with my own dad, but after finishing this game, I've found a view of why he did the things he did when I was little. All in all, the game is an experience that every human should enjoy if they get the chance.… Expand
  58. RetroDibbler
    Apr 4, 2019
    10
    Of course it's not Kratos we all know... but that's the point. He evolved to modern times and showed us that in God of War there's place for engaging, great written story. Voice acting is beautiful, music on the highest level and a gameplay as a whole really addictive. Yeah, the game has some cliche in it, but for the most of time is fresh and original. I definitely recommend it toOf course it's not Kratos we all know... but that's the point. He evolved to modern times and showed us that in God of War there's place for engaging, great written story. Voice acting is beautiful, music on the highest level and a gameplay as a whole really addictive. Yeah, the game has some cliche in it, but for the most of time is fresh and original. I definitely recommend it to everybody, who have PS4.… Expand
  59. Drucket
    Mar 8, 2020
    1
    Do you enjoy fighting hundreds upon hundreds of copy-pasted enemies? Do you enjoy, after having an epic fight with a god, getting oneshot by a random mob in the woods, because hes got 2 levels on you? Do you enjoy getting backstabbed and having to restart a whole fight, because some dev decided that shoulder mounted camera in a slasher is a good idea? How about an open world, withDo you enjoy fighting hundreds upon hundreds of copy-pasted enemies? Do you enjoy, after having an epic fight with a god, getting oneshot by a random mob in the woods, because hes got 2 levels on you? Do you enjoy getting backstabbed and having to restart a whole fight, because some dev decided that shoulder mounted camera in a slasher is a good idea? How about an open world, with absolutely nothing to do? Do you like exploring said world and solve boring puzzles only to find some resources to craft really boring armor? Do you like playing a slasher with only 2 (actual) weapons on your character? No? Well wait, theres more. If you are like me, and tried playing the game on "hard" difficulty, also prepare to get bursted multiple times during any fight, while trying to deliver damage by such little amounts, you dont always see enemy healthbar being depleted. Everything in this game is a mess. They took a beloved character, and from an epic anti-hero with lots of internal struggle turned him into a grumpy dad. They took a great and well-developed combat mechanics and turned it into boring and annoying experience. They took beautiful linear story experience and turned it into another empty open world game. Granted, perhaps old god of war slasher would not have found such succes these days, but instead of approaching this challenge creatively, they just put different textures over horizon zero dawn (another beautiful, yet boring and uninspired game). The graphics looks nice, and the actors play well, but story is rather stretched and characters seem flat. Fight after fight you get the feeling, that devs had model limit, because you are literally fighting 4-5 mobs with different colours and sometimes weapons over and over and over and yet over again. Why these kind of projects become commercially successful, i will never know. When did good graphics come to overshadow gameplay experience. This feels like a spit in the face for any god of war fan, and any gamer, really. A pathetic end for a great series.… Expand
  60. Natsu27
    Jun 23, 2020
    4
    Very boring. God of War 1,2,3 is better. That's not a GoW game....

    I am fan of GoW and this, isn't not GoW.
  61. Kane1234
    May 1, 2018
    10
    Playing all the previous God of war games wow this game is amazing you're literally in a movie playing this game! And for all the people who hate this game i don't know who you are but something is wrong with you if you can't see the master piece in this. Don't listen to all those little kids who say this isn't the old God of War they probably only played the PSP version of God of war forPlaying all the previous God of war games wow this game is amazing you're literally in a movie playing this game! And for all the people who hate this game i don't know who you are but something is wrong with you if you can't see the master piece in this. Don't listen to all those little kids who say this isn't the old God of War they probably only played the PSP version of God of war for 5 minutes. Also, I find it hilarious that people bash on this game because it's comparable to "The Last of Us" like that game wasn't a master piece as well. By the end of the day all the people who compare this game to others and say its not the old God of War should just go back to playing their yearly released Call of Duty games since they don't know what a good game is. BUY IT NOW!… Expand
  62. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 29, 2018
    10
    Easily a 10/10. Gameplay, graphics, music, and especially story kept me very interested in the game and keep on playing. Best single player game to be released on the PS4 to date. Kratos character development in this one was quite an interesting one. He's not as brutal as the previous series and that could be due to him having a son. A very useful support companion too (Atreus, aka BOY)Easily a 10/10. Gameplay, graphics, music, and especially story kept me very interested in the game and keep on playing. Best single player game to be released on the PS4 to date. Kratos character development in this one was quite an interesting one. He's not as brutal as the previous series and that could be due to him having a son. A very useful support companion too (Atreus, aka BOY)
    The story jumps from Greek mythology to Norse mythology which is really interesting since I love the Norse mythology.
    Could easily be the best game of 2018!    … Expand
  63. Maxson
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. Amazing story, great combat, beautiful graphics, and the soundtrack is outstanding. It's definitely one of my favorite games on the ps4, and probably one of the best games I have ever played. God of War is a game at its highest quality, we don't get this sort of quality from games that often.
  64. ancientscream
    May 3, 2018
    10
    NO freemium rubbish, micro transaction crap, gambling style blind loot boxes. Just a good story, beautiful art - environment, decent mechanics & playability, linear progression difficulty, no excuses are made, its just a good game - well made, thats why its successful and has the user rating it does which we know is more meaningful than the critic reviews, who want to keep a job in gameNO freemium rubbish, micro transaction crap, gambling style blind loot boxes. Just a good story, beautiful art - environment, decent mechanics & playability, linear progression difficulty, no excuses are made, its just a good game - well made, thats why its successful and has the user rating it does which we know is more meaningful than the critic reviews, who want to keep a job in game media journo industry and talk up the industry.… Expand
  65. T-Razor
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. From its intriguing story, gorgeous visuals, brutal combat, great pacing, epic bosses, and rewarding exploration, it was everything I wanted and more. You can tell the developers put their hearts and souls into this game while playing it. This is easily hands down the best video game Santa Monica Studios has ever crafted. If you have a PS4, this game should NOT be missed!
  66. Rwmfilm85
    May 20, 2018
    10
    This is the best game I have played since the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in 2015. The research and attention to detail with regards to Norse mythology is astounding. I also found it bold to begin with lesser known aspects of the mythology, setting up a solid foundation for bigger things to come.
  67. AdamJensen77
    May 3, 2018
    10
    There is not a single thing wrong with this game, really, I can't find anything that really upset me, or dissapointed me, it's perfection in every single way. And the new Kratos? he's so wise and badass, amazing!!!

    Best game of this generation, im not kidding, just buy it and play it. Don have a ps4? well buy one already, now.
  68. PeteAkuma
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    I know this game would be good, but i can't believe it can be this great!
    Thank you Cory and especially the PlayStation family & fans. You guys are the best!
    #PS4life
  69. aaronb0209
    May 5, 2018
    10
    I'm that type of gamer that didn't like the first 3 in the series. I'm not saying they weren't great, just wasn't my taste of game just like Dark Souls, Shadow of Mordor, Bloodborne etc. I still bought this game it being so hyped and i have to say i was completely blown away by it. True masterpiece. Amazing story, gorgeous graphics, amazing soundtrack and addictive combat make this gameI'm that type of gamer that didn't like the first 3 in the series. I'm not saying they weren't great, just wasn't my taste of game just like Dark Souls, Shadow of Mordor, Bloodborne etc. I still bought this game it being so hyped and i have to say i was completely blown away by it. True masterpiece. Amazing story, gorgeous graphics, amazing soundtrack and addictive combat make this game goty contender. 10/10… Expand
  70. Heli0s
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    Amazing game proving once and for all that games can in fact be considered art.
  71. zaface
    May 3, 2018
    10
    The first thing i have to say is, what a great game, it takes everything of the old games and then improve the formula, the story, the combat, the progression system, the characters, the setting, the graphics the sound, all the elements in this game shows love for the craft and in this particular case a work of art.
  72. Necrophat
    May 4, 2018
    10
    I love the God of War series and I never thought it could be taken to new heights after God of War 3, this game takes it to new heights and beyond, the team have done an amazing job with this game and it is flawless across the board, a 10/10 masterpiece.
  73. shadowloo
    May 26, 2018
    10
    Wow, just wow. God of war is the game of the generation. I didn't expect I could get so blown away by a game after witcher 3 but this game just did. What a ride, never thought I would care so much for a character like Kratos. The game has everything, drop dead gorgeous graphics, fantastic art direction, amazing one shot camera direction, stellar acting and mo-cop, solid combat and aWow, just wow. God of war is the game of the generation. I didn't expect I could get so blown away by a game after witcher 3 but this game just did. What a ride, never thought I would care so much for a character like Kratos. The game has everything, drop dead gorgeous graphics, fantastic art direction, amazing one shot camera direction, stellar acting and mo-cop, solid combat and a fantastic score by Bear Mcgreary. Cory Barlog and the team at SA just reset the bar. If you are a gamer you owe it to yourself to play this game.… Expand
  74. FernandoDavila
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    es simplemente increíble como santa monica le dio profundidad a un personaje tan cuadrado, cambio de ambientación, mitología, personajes, game play y crear uno de los mejores juegos que eh probado en mi vida
  75. Soka
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Awesome game , Thanks !! I Spend around 50 hours playing :D. And "Most important" NO MICRO-TRANSACTIONS, NO SEASON PASS.
  76. IdelfonsoJr
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    [PT-BR] Um excelente jogo, peguei emprestado de um colega (porque, como estudante universitário, vivo sem grana), e ele me avisou logo: "Vai acabar viciando..." Pegarei de novo quando tiver tempo. Ah, e para os haters que se "unem" pra dar nota baixa, vão procurar jogar o jogo e parar de seguir um bando de idiotas que nem jogam, mas só falam mal
    [EN] An excellent game, I borrowed it from    [PT-BR] Um excelente jogo, peguei emprestado de um colega (porque, como estudante universitário, vivo sem grana), e ele me avisou logo: "Vai acabar viciando..." Pegarei de novo quando tiver tempo. Ah, e para os haters que se "unem" pra dar nota baixa, vão procurar jogar o jogo e parar de seguir um bando de idiotas que nem jogam, mas só falam mal
    [EN] An excellent game, I borrowed it from a colleague (because, as a college student, I live without money), and he soon warned me: "It will end up addicting ..." I'll take it again when I have time. Oh, and for the haters who "come together" for a low note, they will try to play the game and stop following a bunch of idiots who do not play, but only speak badly    … Expand
  77. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Wow!! Dad of war is an amazing game! I didn't think santa monica could every make a better game then GoW3. I was wrong because this new GoW game surpasses any of the old ones and so far is my game of the year. Everything from graphics to the story seems to have been developed with every little detail in mind. The graphics are the best i have ever seen on PS4. The story is veryWow!! Dad of war is an amazing game! I didn't think santa monica could every make a better game then GoW3. I was wrong because this new GoW game surpasses any of the old ones and so far is my game of the year. Everything from graphics to the story seems to have been developed with every little detail in mind. The graphics are the best i have ever seen on PS4. The story is very entertaining, I just want to keep exploring and doing all the side missions that I can. Midgard is full of hidden locations and loot and you dont feel like its a chore to explore and collect. Adding the RPG elements to this game and the new battle ax that you can throw around like Thor's hammer really gives GoW a revitalization that the game really needed to continue the series. The Nordic lore and setting really fits in well after Kratos has destroyed all the spartan gods from 1-3. I really enjoy the relationship between Kratos and his son Atreus. Atreus is hilarious to watch, he has so many mannerism of what a normal kid his age would be doing. Kratos is so grumpy and Atreus is so curious about the world around him that their interactions are enjoyable to watch. Dont hesitate to buy this game, you will have hours of entertainment.… Expand
  78. OccultFiction
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Honestly my favorite game of all time now. People saying this is not a God of War game are truly insane. This is a clear-cut evolution for the series and is a masterpiece to play, story and gameplay wise. The combat is by far the most fun in any game I've played. Easy to pick up, but contains enough depth to provide a worthy challenge. The XP system is deep and allows you to make yourHonestly my favorite game of all time now. People saying this is not a God of War game are truly insane. This is a clear-cut evolution for the series and is a masterpiece to play, story and gameplay wise. The combat is by far the most fun in any game I've played. Easy to pick up, but contains enough depth to provide a worthy challenge. The XP system is deep and allows you to make your build as you see fit. The story is rich, jam packed with interesting lore, stunning jaw-dropping graphics, and immense, tremendous, gargantuan, colossal scale of not only beasts, but areas. There is constantly something being thrown at you and you never grow bored or tired. You will never want this game to end. Do yourself a favor and pick it up now.… Expand
  79. alexstunky
    Apr 29, 2018
    10
    No hay mejor palabra para describir este juego y es PERFECTO.....sin duda nos ha dado dudas por el gran cambio de jugabilidad, pero es digno de admitir que la nueva formula cuajo en este juego.
    Gran juego, gracias santa Monica.
  80. Pablors
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Dark, complex, immersive and above all very entertaining. God of War joins the great list of exclusive PS4 games that any player should play. My favorite of the year so far. 10/10
  81. Malachi2017
    May 10, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece in every aspect.
    Echoing the same observations of those who ACTUALLY played this game (and still playing it), the system is immersive, entertaining and fairly complex but not burdensome; while the combat feels truly solid, diverse, and challenging. The lore, story and characters are well-written and intriguing. Emotionally charged yet mixed with a bit of humor. The graphics,    A masterpiece in every aspect.
    Echoing the same observations of those who ACTUALLY played this game (and still playing it), the system is immersive, entertaining and fairly complex but not burdensome; while the combat feels truly solid, diverse, and challenging. The lore, story and characters are well-written and intriguing. Emotionally charged yet mixed with a bit of humor. The graphics, environment design and cinematography are simply stunning.

    The only real and tangible complaint is that the game makes you feel that you can't wait for a sequel.
    Other complaints are mostly subjective, such as those coming from fanboys of other games, or kids who can't get over the earlier hack and slash genre. Cheers.    … Expand
  82. Darcotrafico69
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    A fresh scent from a franchise that might not needed to change that much but believe me that it has the scent of action that old GOW games has, also interesting mechanics, masterpiece, glorious, simple amazing, this is a clear message for those companies that 1 player game can be and will still be enjoyable without micro-theft or crap boxes a goddamn full game like old school, pleaseA fresh scent from a franchise that might not needed to change that much but believe me that it has the scent of action that old GOW games has, also interesting mechanics, masterpiece, glorious, simple amazing, this is a clear message for those companies that 1 player game can be and will still be enjoyable without micro-theft or crap boxes a goddamn full game like old school, please support Santa Monica and buy this game so the message get clear to all those ripoff companies out there seeking your wallet without caring about us, the people that gives them the money, we have the power to put a game in the Hall of fame or Hall of shame we the gamer community have that power believe it.… Expand
  83. eniasvw
    May 4, 2018
    10
    I'm amazed by this game. So beautiful and the cinematics make the game even better with beautiful cut scenes. Definitely 10/10
  84. Gohax
    Feb 8, 2019
    8
    well after i finished the game and every mission in it i can finally write my final thoughts about it and they are well mixed let me explain why i played every god of war game since the first one and for a god of war its not as good as the others because there is no sexual content barely any brutal **** up scenes and no rage action going on i mean there are some epic scenes but they arewell after i finished the game and every mission in it i can finally write my final thoughts about it and they are well mixed let me explain why i played every god of war game since the first one and for a god of war its not as good as the others because there is no sexual content barely any brutal **** up scenes and no rage action going on i mean there are some epic scenes but they are few i guess they just went with old man logan thingy where hes old and stuff and cant do **** idk also the combat changed and it feels like dark souls tbh i didn't feel like that was kratos that i know and love i guess they just decided to make him old and weak for some reason ? they took the mechanic from uncharted 4 where you drive a jeep and talk about stuff and if you stop and get out of it and then get in they resume their talk so in this game they basically do the same but with a boat the side quests are go fetch me that and maybe ill give you something and well 10 hours in the game and it will feel empty for you but then it gets better with some action and adding another weapon for kratos they did do a great job with the other realms where you can travel but they kinda messed up two realms that you need to unlock and just made them boring maps with challenges such a shame that there is nothing interesting about them the beginning of the game was just wow and you will want more and this game wont deliver you will just fight the same dude mostly the whole game like you don't even get to see or fight thor or odin or the other gods you just fight thor's kids and one of his brothers which is not loki and the ending was so plot twisting but they did nothing with it just told you the plot twister and that's it Im guessing they are getting the story ready for the dlc i guess i was mad because its not the god of war me and many fans wanted but at some time i just let go the fact that this is god of war and took this game as a new and different one in any case there were times when i did enjoy the game but again for god of war standards its bad but i just took it as a new ip of sorts so it didn't bother me then that much my final review for god of war 2018 is 8-10 although this isn't the god of war many people wanted its a good solid game

    ps (i really couldn't do pros cons on it because this review was more of a rant for me because i love the series so much)    … Expand
  85. ZieMarshallng
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Damm this game is so exiting i Love it thank you SONY for this cool Game (my favourite game of the year 2k18) The story is good but best is Fighting system (like Forza Horizon or Dark Souls) but Dark souls is mooore Harder only 1 think i don't like and it's the number of BOSSes I wanted some Final BOSS but you'll get only Baldur as a Final Boss and i've wanted the final BOSS (like Thor or Odin) Thor is in secrect end but its only the future (when Ragnarok will come) so you can fight with him. Atreus/Loki is useful very well. Anyway i'll give it 10/10 (11/10 if i could) Thanks for this game peace.… Expand
  86. Cyr4no81
    Apr 29, 2018
    10
    Simply the most beautiful relation like logan on fiction escenario that in my case it's so so closely that i played all game emotion and remember my wife that pass away and left my miracle my daughter... to fight not like kratos even worst on the real world... without that comparassion its a real piece of art its a super mario bros both unique and almost perfect... i love to playSimply the most beautiful relation like logan on fiction escenario that in my case it's so so closely that i played all game emotion and remember my wife that pass away and left my miracle my daughter... to fight not like kratos even worst on the real world... without that comparassion its a real piece of art its a super mario bros both unique and almost perfect... i love to play multiplayer so .. i left that detail off because of all that gave me to!! thanks… Expand
  87. SantiShepard
    May 25, 2018
    10
    I"been playing games since Nes.. Passing throug Final fantasy 7, Chrono Trigger, Castlevania, Mass effect, GTA... This game is a 10. There is no way that this is not a 10. Its an awesome game.. Im specheless
  88. d3ck3r
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    This is easily in the top 5 games ever made. The story is the driving force, the characters are incredibly well-written, the combat is immensely satisfying, and the level design (and by extension the exploration) is perfect.
  89. Bezerk_Incursio
    May 5, 2018
    10
    this game has done really well in implementing kratos over the years and in Norse mythology no doubt. game-play is great as well as the environment and script. well done Corey.
  90. Pumpkin345
    May 20, 2018
    10
    Não me lembro de um jogo ter feito isso comigo, como esse jogo fez. Eu sai dele e queria continuar jogando.
    São poucos jogos que conseguem esse feito, pelo simples motivo dele ser fantástico.
    A historia é Instigante, não é a mais original, mas funciona e muito bem. Tudo isso com com personagens e suas relações incríveis, tudo isso com uma trilha sonora maravilhosa. A jogabilidade é    Não me lembro de um jogo ter feito isso comigo, como esse jogo fez. Eu sai dele e queria continuar jogando.
    São poucos jogos que conseguem esse feito, pelo simples motivo dele ser fantástico.
    A historia é Instigante, não é a mais original, mas funciona e muito bem. Tudo isso com com personagens e suas relações incríveis, tudo isso com uma trilha sonora maravilhosa.
    A jogabilidade é muito boa, mas creio eu que quem era fã do gameplay dos antigos God of War e não estiver de cabeça aberta, vai se incomodar, mas se não for o caso jogue.
    Os gráficos são lindos e momentos que parecem filmes, a única coisa que me incomodou foi a agua, achei ela meio esquisita em relação à outras texturas e ela é meio feia.
    Outra coisa que me incomodou foi a performance em certos momentos, pois quando você entra em novas áreas cai o FPS, mas não atrapalha o gameplay em si, mas acredito eu que quando você entra em novas áreas devia ser algo épico, na qual o jogo passa a sensação do começo ao fim, e essas pequenas engasgadas atrapalham o momento.
    Apesar de eu ter reclamado de algumas coisas são pequenos detalhes que não atrapalham o geral, por isso é 10/10.    … Expand
  91. Danisco
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Best PS4 Game ever! by the way this is really the God of War 4 continues of god of war 3 if you played this game you know what i mean. the story is excellent between the father and son with mixed feelings and I truly enjoy the game with Norse mythologies.

    try play immersive mode it looks great I enjoy that mode and play give me god of war it gives you like playing dark soul style(i know    Best PS4 Game ever! by the way this is really the God of War 4 continues of god of war 3 if you played this game you know what i mean. the story is excellent between the father and son with mixed feelings and I truly enjoy the game with Norse mythologies.

    try play immersive mode it looks great I enjoy that mode and play give me god of war it gives you like playing dark soul style(i know i died a lot on first place too lol)

    There's more things i want to say... add respawn enemies, add the "NEW GAME PLUS"(many people want this!) and add more side quest for new items and skins if possible.    … Expand
  92. uBaH9o
    May 20, 2018
    10
    MASTERPIECE!!! 20/10
    JUST BRILLIANT!!!
    Everything in this game is BRILLIANT!
    Best game ever!
  93. GamingReality
    Sep 13, 2022
    4
    Clearly too many paid reviews here, the score does not reflect the game at all. Was a huge fan of GOW games up to now, the originals were still much better! It's a mediocre game at best but lacks the controls and battle system that made GOW great in the first place.
  94. balding
    Aug 1, 2018
    10
    Una historia sobre la identidad, la aceptación y el cambio en la mitología nórdica. Kratos vuelve, esta vez como un personaje que siente y debe mostrarse como ejemplo de su hijo, Atreus, en un viaje personal donde ambos están por descubrirse el uno al otro. Todo ello cimentado en un sistema de combate espectacular y una recreación de la mitología nórdica de infarto. No hay mejor ejemplo deUna historia sobre la identidad, la aceptación y el cambio en la mitología nórdica. Kratos vuelve, esta vez como un personaje que siente y debe mostrarse como ejemplo de su hijo, Atreus, en un viaje personal donde ambos están por descubrirse el uno al otro. Todo ello cimentado en un sistema de combate espectacular y una recreación de la mitología nórdica de infarto. No hay mejor ejemplo de lo que actualmente la industria del videojuego es capaz de ofrecer. Un juego digno de un Dios… Expand
  95. Davidef210
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Don't read any review (oxymoronic as it may sound), don't watch any video review, don't read any article, don't watch any "Lets Play", just play the game.
    This game will be one of the best experiences you will ever get from a video game gameplay-wise and narrative-wise.
  96. FrostMaiden
    May 4, 2018
    10
    This is the game I didn't know I've been waiting for most of my 37 year life. In a time where echoes of 'SP is dead' (insert eyeroll here) ripple through the gameosphere, God of War shows that single player games can be immersive, interesting, beautiful, thought provoking, and FUN. The fluid combat had me itching to find more things to unleash my Leviathan axe upon, the mechanics had meThis is the game I didn't know I've been waiting for most of my 37 year life. In a time where echoes of 'SP is dead' (insert eyeroll here) ripple through the gameosphere, God of War shows that single player games can be immersive, interesting, beautiful, thought provoking, and FUN. The fluid combat had me itching to find more things to unleash my Leviathan axe upon, the mechanics had me clapping my lil hands like a baby seal, and the puzzles had me squealing with joy everytime I came upon another rune chest to open. The story is fantastic, and though you'll find no spoilers here, I will say by the end of it, my mind was blown and I am itching to play the next one. The beauty of the world around Kratos and Atreus is utterly captivating. i want to tell you my favorite places, but I won't because I enjoyed not knowing which areas I got to explore and which I didn't. It is this beauty that makes me quite happy to trundle along on my merry way back through a route I've already taken, which, I must point out for those of you who aren't too keen on back and forth-ing, happens often, but always with good cause and sometimes with a few more enemies along the way. The puzzles are not difficult to work out, and once you've found the core way of getting thngs done (or solved) you'll find this pretty easy. One thing to note is that you set the pace yourself in the game. If you want to stick to the core story, you can do that and streamline your way through to the end. If you're more of a puzzle seeker, wants-to-collect everything kind of player, God of War caters to you too. There are some challenges you'll need to work toward by making sure your strength, defense, armor, weapons etc are all up to par for the task at hand, but for me, this added to the beauty of the game. The way the story and the game are integrated is exceptional - there are no cut scenes with long sprawling dialogue. All in all, this game is a masterpiece and if you're even considering trying it, go forth and do so because it is by far the best game I have ever played. I do have one complaint, and it's picky at best, but now that I've completed the game, the long stretches of silence make me a bit sad as Mimir seems to have said all he had in his arsenal.… Expand
  97. Barca_iniesta8
    Apr 29, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is everything the franchise needed to make a huge comeback on the scene, I,'ve always been a God of War fan but men Im so proud of saying it now. Buy this game, the story is deep and makes Kratos a great character beyond violence as he always was. Atreus is very interesting and makes me wonder if he is able to surpass his own father. Buy this game I highly recommend it. Top 5 for me easily.… Expand
  98. HellCommander
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    Excelente juego valieron los casi 10 años sin God Of War, pocos juegos hay que se les meta tanto cariño y detalles, JUEGAZO DE 10.
  99. Ivanbro
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    i have not experienced something like this since the first time I played a video game. This is a perfect game. Not having this game is a missed opportunity of playing one or the best game ever made.
  100. CampoX69
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Definitely the game of this generation - it feels like everything has come together at just the right time to be able to play this. Played and completed GOW 3 on PS3 (not owning a PS2/never quite getting round to playing the remasters I got on the cheap) - it was good, great even and clearly from an A+ studio but constrained by the technology and therefore vision allowable. Now thoughDefinitely the game of this generation - it feels like everything has come together at just the right time to be able to play this. Played and completed GOW 3 on PS3 (not owning a PS2/never quite getting round to playing the remasters I got on the cheap) - it was good, great even and clearly from an A+ studio but constrained by the technology and therefore vision allowable. Now though games and films are basically using the same technologies now - but games and the teams behind them are knocking it out of the park for engagement, value and just being more fun and memorable. I'm taking my time playing and enjoying every moment in 4K HDR. Has to be played by any gamer.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 13, 2018
    100
    The return of the furious Spartan warrior was made well. God of War is already a great contender for game of the year and you shouldn't miss it. [Issue#285]
  2. CD-Action
    Jul 6, 2018
    100
    Cory Barlog and his team achieved what many thought impossible – despite having changed almost everything Santa Monica managed to preserve that elusive spark that makes God of War game feel like a God of War game. They created one of the defining titles of the current generation and a technical marvel whose stunning beauty in motion words cannot describe. And there’s one more thing. Barlog’s touching reaction to his masterpiece’s scores shows that even in the world of huge budgets, micropayments, loot boxes and sales forecasts there still is a place for artists who pour their hearts into their work. We need someone to remind us of that once in a while. [06/2018, p.38]
  3. GameGrin
    Jun 7, 2018
    95
    Where most games excel in one single area, God of War manages to deliver on every front, providing players with one of the best experiences we’ve seen so far this generation.
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