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  1. Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Don't you dare skip this game! It's truly a fantastic game! It is a reboot (one of the best i've seen) reconstructing a world and story to become its one thing but remaining true to its foundations.
    Phenomenal open world with an interesting linear story. If you have to compare it to other games, well if you enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn, the Last of Us and Dark Souls, you will enjoy this
    Don't you dare skip this game! It's truly a fantastic game! It is a reboot (one of the best i've seen) reconstructing a world and story to become its one thing but remaining true to its foundations.
    Phenomenal open world with an interesting linear story. If you have to compare it to other games, well if you enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn, the Last of Us and Dark Souls, you will enjoy this game. It takes the best of all those tree games. GoW's strongest feature is the gameplay. The fighting mechanics are amazing that gradually give you new options and skills to learn. There's also puzzle-solving areas that are all different and fun to do and some exploring areas that are very rewarding. The world, scenery, and graphics are some of the best in PS4.
    Now in a scale of 1-10, its unfair to give is a 9. This game knows what it is and hits every mark. For what is out there its clearly one of the best with room for improvement. Because of that its a 10/10 game.
    Now taking a more critical approach, I personally give it a 9.4. Why? Well there are some things that it could improve. I wish it had more finishing moves and animations when you killed an enemy, it felt repetitive after a while. Also some boss battles where a bit repetitive, with the exception of the Valkyries. The ending or final battle fell short, it didn't seem complete (story wise). More like an ending of a chapter than of a book. Still great but there were other battles in the game that were more memorable. So, it needs to add different bosses, different (or more) animations, and a to polish the story a bit more. But you can tell there is so much left to tell, saving it for the next installment.
    Over all, even in 2020, this is still one of the best PS4 games out there no doubt. You can't miss it.
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  2. Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Without any doubts this is the best story in all God of war games. One of the best game ever. Amazing fantasy world that is just a joy to explore. But to be honest I didn't really liked the hub area and fact that we must return to same place every time. After all it is a masterpiece in terms of every aspect. Must play definitely.
  3. Mar 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best-looking games so far, it really shows the capabilities of the PS4 and PS4 Pro, really pushing them to the limits. Even if it's so demanding, the game never showed any frame drops as far as I noticed even when played on Enhanced Resolution Mode on PS4 Pro.
    Apart from that, this game differs much from previous GOW titles. This time we don't only have great combat and puzzle
    One of the best-looking games so far, it really shows the capabilities of the PS4 and PS4 Pro, really pushing them to the limits. Even if it's so demanding, the game never showed any frame drops as far as I noticed even when played on Enhanced Resolution Mode on PS4 Pro.
    Apart from that, this game differs much from previous GOW titles. This time we don't only have great combat and puzzle solving, but also a great story where we have the opportunity to see Kratos as a completely different person. We see that Kratos decided to change himself and tried to escape from the past, but it's easier said than done.
    The game gives you a great story, maybe a little bit short but a sweet one. There were some times the story practically seemed to reach the end, but suddenly, something happens, which I liked, as I than knew the story isn't over yet.
    The combat system is improved of course, drastically improved. You spend experience points in order to get new moves and new abilities. You upgrade or buy new gear both for Kratos and Atreus, at some point, you will realize while exploring that some enemies are stronger and here comes the part when you will have to spend some time upgrading your gear.

    All in all, a great story, fantastic combat system, beautiful graphics, maybe the best-looking game so far. The game gives you a solid +50 hours of gameplay, both thrilling and memorable (completing side-quests, finding collectibles and beating bosses included)
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  4. Jun 17, 2020
    10
    great combat design great story great level design great art top 3 ps4 exclusives
  5. Jun 19, 2020
    8
    Nice graphics. Superb presentation.

    Gameplay could be a little more refined. It's not as great as other things in the game.
  6. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Providing a 10/10 does not mean that I think the game is perfect but as someone who achieved the platinum trophy and the two unique shields for completing on God of War mode, I can assure you that this game was as close to perfect as it could be for me.

    Santa Monica set out with a vision and they knocked it out of the park.
  7. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Absolutely perfect game, the combat gets really fun once you get used to it, the story is amazing and the graphics are phenomenal.

    I also loved the fact that the game has no loading screens and it goes on like a continuous movie.
    Loved it.
  8. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    One of The best game I've ever played. Everything from gameplay to story was awesome.
  9. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best game i've played, i am big fan of God of war... im so excited for the next game
  10. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Everything you could possibly want from a single-player story driven game.
    Great characters, character development, gameplay mechanics, pacing, artistic direction and emotion.
  11. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Love the game played it 4 times through and lived it everytime just as much. 10/10 game favourite game ever. Also, I love how the camera does not cut once throughout the entire game.
  12. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Gameplay, graphics, and story. God of War really does have it all. As close to perfect as it gets
  13. Jun 19, 2020
    9
    An incredible story supported by rich character development, engaging game play and a stunning world. This a masterpiece of a game that deserves all the high praise it receives. The only reason I have given it a score 9 and not 10 is that I felt the game needed more boss fights as oppose to the semi-boss troll fights.
  14. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Pretty much everything Ive ever wanted from a God of War game. Excellent story, deep combat and great graphics. One of the best game ever.
  15. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I thought God of War games couldn't get any better, but Cory Barlog has just prove me wrong.
  16. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    My first God of war game and Oh my God this is the best game of this generation
  17. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Mükemmel bir oyun. Hikayesi, vuruş hissi, grafikleri herşey çok iyi olmuş. Kesinlikle oynamalısınız.
  18. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Masterfully crafted game and story. Visceral combat is incredibly fun and challenging on harder difficulties. Side quests and activities are very interesting. Excellent boss fights. Interesting characters and fascinating lore. Amazing graphics. Loved it both times I played it especially on Give me God of War and beating all the valkyries.
  19. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Wonderful Game! You must play!

    The new look and mithology of GOD is Amazon!
  20. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Perfect game, no doubt. A bit slow pacing at times, however, still a 9.9 game.
  21. Jun 22, 2020
    6
    I don't know why but i'm really can't call it GOTY of 2018.. this just so boring story 4 me
  22. Mar 9, 2022
    8
    Интересное переосмысление и продолжение, которое в некоторых аспектах потеряла свои преимущества, но и одновременно приобрела новые.
    Сюжет, кинематографиченость и графика расцвели.
    А вот прокачка, разнообразие оружия, скилов и боссов подкачала. Два оружия на всю игру, одни и теже боссы огры, и скиллы которые даже не хочется прокачивать, потому что выглядят они слабы (кроме скиллов
    Интересное переосмысление и продолжение, которое в некоторых аспектах потеряла свои преимущества, но и одновременно приобрела новые.
    Сюжет, кинематографиченость и графика расцвели.
    А вот прокачка, разнообразие оружия, скилов и боссов подкачала. Два оружия на всю игру, одни и теже боссы огры, и скиллы которые даже не хочется прокачивать, потому что выглядят они слабы (кроме скиллов Атрея).
    Немного пропала масштабность и эпичность боёв и монстров. Уменьшилось количество и сложность головоломок.
    В итоге игра немного потеряла геймплейную часть и эпичность, но приобрела в сюжете и кинематографичности.
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  23. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    melhor god of war ja feito !!! jogo 10/10 é incrível como o jogo tem prende historia e jogabilidade perfeitas !!
  24. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Juegazo, las mecanicas la forma de contar la historia, la banda sonora, el apartado tecnico, los enemigos y jefes, no encuentro ningun punto negativo a este juego. Compra muy recomendada si eres usuario de ps4
  25. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games on the PS4. Good combat and world design backed by an amazing story. The theme of fatherhood and wanting your son to be better than you is well-explored. The plot has interesting characters and a good mystery. The ending of the game earns the 10/10 rating, delivering a satisfying conclusion and adding more lore and hints to future titles. Very excited to see whereOne of the best games on the PS4. Good combat and world design backed by an amazing story. The theme of fatherhood and wanting your son to be better than you is well-explored. The plot has interesting characters and a good mystery. The ending of the game earns the 10/10 rating, delivering a satisfying conclusion and adding more lore and hints to future titles. Very excited to see where this game goes in the future. Expand
  26. Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para
    Definitivamente un juegos para los anales de la historia, no solo presenta una mecánica mejorada de sus versiones anteriores sino que nos traslada a una historia digna de jugarse. Gráfica increíble , actuación de voces impecable.
    por otro lado podría haber sido un poco mas largo y haber presentado jefes mas impactantes aprovechando la mitología nórdica, pero asumo que estarán dejando para siguientes lanzamientos.
    Aun así un juego que disfrute ampliamentes y que recomiendo para cualquiera que quiera experimentar algo nuevo con un toque de lo viejo
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  27. Aug 12, 2021
    5
    Из СЛЭШЕРА создали АКШЕНАДВЕНЧУРУ.
    Этим всё сказано. Игра только для хомяков или рядовых играков. Лезть же трайхардам в ЭТО не стоит: 1. Поломанная последняя сложность, заставляющая тебя перекатываться 90% игры... 2. Отсталая боевая система как для слешера... 3. Отсутствие тру-расчлененки и хоть какой то наготы, ну теперь Кратос фемели-френди хуле...
    Повествование и любопытное видение
    Из СЛЭШЕРА создали АКШЕНАДВЕНЧУРУ.
    Этим всё сказано. Игра только для хомяков или рядовых играков. Лезть же трайхардам в ЭТО не стоит: 1. Поломанная последняя сложность, заставляющая тебя перекатываться 90% игры... 2. Отсталая боевая система как для слешера... 3. Отсутствие тру-расчлененки и хоть какой то наготы, ну теперь Кратос фемели-френди хуле...
    Повествование и любопытное видение сеттинга тащат всю игру. Художники молодцы.
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  28. Feb 15, 2022
    0
    This an average game at best you fight the same boss like 15 times 2 different ones repeated the valks&trolls. Graphics look good but the gameplay is very repetitive cant skip past foes even if your back tracking to an old area which you do alot of, theres only like 4 real boss fights the rpg mechanics are basically useless cause no matter how much you upgrade your gear it wont get better
  29. Sep 22, 2020
    2
    As a fan of GOW Series really disappointing
    Gameplay is good but its not a god of war its more like combining Action-Adventure and Souls-like!
    And Valyries and Trolls are fighting at same style
    About story is really good but sometimes it get boring My rate is 2/10
  30. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Great game. What I really loved about this game is the father-son relationship between Kratos and Atreus.
  31. Jun 19, 2020
    8
    The game is amazing. Personally I prefer games that focus on gameplay and I sometimes felt the cutscenes got on the way, and the game overall felt a bit too slow compared to other God of War games. However it still was an amazing experience and I’m excited for this franchisee reboot.
  32. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Supreme!!! every thing is good!! I think NaughtyDog should learn from you how to make a sequel.
  33. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The best game I've ever played.
    So excellent that I can't tell even a defect.
  34. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Best game on ps4, no question about it. Also it the lore alone makes this game worth the time
  35. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Играл до этого в первые 3 части бога войны, безумно нравились! Новое видение игры меня приятно удивило, каждый вечер по 3-4 часа играл на одном дыхании!! Очень жду продолжения.
  36. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    A fantastic game. One of the best combat systems ive ever played, excellent graphics and challenging enemies with a phenomenal story.
  37. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game grabbed my face and sucked it in to the TV. Couldn't stop playing! I enjoyed the game play, didn't have to spam square or x to attack/dodge - it all had to be perfectly timed and required a strategic plan for different enemies. I only played God of War 3 and not 1 or 2 so I'm unfamiliar with the complete backstory and cannot comment on how accurate or inaccurate everything is.This game grabbed my face and sucked it in to the TV. Couldn't stop playing! I enjoyed the game play, didn't have to spam square or x to attack/dodge - it all had to be perfectly timed and required a strategic plan for different enemies. I only played God of War 3 and not 1 or 2 so I'm unfamiliar with the complete backstory and cannot comment on how accurate or inaccurate everything is.
    Hurry up and make a sequel to this one so we can fight Thor!
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  38. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I played in a long time, I loved every bit of it! Gameplay was amazing, the story was heartwarming and well paced. This is one of the few games that got every aspect of playing a game right, it never hindered at anything and the fact that it never actually has loading screens is underrated considering the hardware.

    This game deserved being game of the year! Congrats
    One of the best games I played in a long time, I loved every bit of it! Gameplay was amazing, the story was heartwarming and well paced. This is one of the few games that got every aspect of playing a game right, it never hindered at anything and the fact that it never actually has loading screens is underrated considering the hardware.

    This game deserved being game of the year! Congrats Santa Monica Studios
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  39. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I've played Gow 3 and I liked a por, but this New god of war never excited me, but I decided tô buy and try it, and what a incredible game, great story, with great characters and a New incredible Kratos
  40. Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Amazing game. I almost got the Platinum but the Valkiries are really hard. I'll try again later. The only downside is that some bosses are the same with different colors.
  41. Jun 19, 2020
    8
    A great game for sure, that was able to change and evolve this series in a respectful manner that stays true the series (unlike a certain other game). Only thing stopping this game from a 10 is the lack of meaningful characters, besides Kratos, Bauldar, and BOI! I couldn't remember a single character besdies them, tho everything about the game is near perfection, combat is satisfying andA great game for sure, that was able to change and evolve this series in a respectful manner that stays true the series (unlike a certain other game). Only thing stopping this game from a 10 is the lack of meaningful characters, besides Kratos, Bauldar, and BOI! I couldn't remember a single character besdies them, tho everything about the game is near perfection, combat is satisfying and brutal, tho kinda disappointed by the lack of human enemies which I'm sure they'll expand upon in the sequel Expand
  42. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    With TLOU 2 it is the best game of PS4, YOU REALLY MUST PLAY THIS, for this games i think the videogames are art.
  43. Aug 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me preface this review with a bit of information. I cannot stand the first three god of war titles. I absolutely without a shadow of a doubt HATED them. To be fair I was never a fan of the greek mythos, but it just seemed like and edgy boi being and edgy boi. I understood the premise in the first game, which is why I played it. My interest was nearly zero after it, it's ending seemed to completely conclude itself and story. Then suprise! GOW 2, this time it's personal.

    sigh. ok i'll play it. Didn't really need this, kinda **** on the ending of gow but whatever, nothing really special here, more of the same. Don't really enjoy it. Friends are hyping it, everywhere is hyping it. Not hyped. Angry boi is angry.

    GOW 3 This time it's 3 more times as personal than the last two times.

    Oooooh boy. well it looked better, and they did add a few new things, gutting enemies was pretty neat. Really enjoyed pounding zeus face in. The ending was cringe as **** "Hope was inside pandoras box" oh my ****ing god please just stop now. Then Cringetos commits unalive but suprise he isn't unalived.

    or is he? or... isnt he? dun dun duuuuuun.

    Terrible. would not play again.

    See that new GOW is on the horizon, uh oh. see Cringtos is older noticeably. hmm. see that there is a little kid who undoubtedly is blessed with LITTLE KID POWER (henceforth referred to as lkp) ugh. See that it is set in norse mythos. DON"T YOU ****ING DARE. DON'T YOU MESS UP THE GREATEST MYTHOS IN THE WORLD (subjective and opinion based i know) this is how i felt. Extremely worried.

    I bought it. I love norse mythos, but i was also deeply afraid of what they would do to it. I avoided ALL GAMEPLAY before buying it. Avoided any leaks. I wanted my own opinion surprised this one time. (rare for me)

    I beat the game. I did it all. I fought ALL the Valkyries WAAAAAAY under-leveled. I mean i was rocking crap gear, hardly any health, i should not have done what i did when i did it. I fought Gondul when i was rocking at lvl 5 (its more of a gear rating if i think about it) point is, i did not have a lot of anything. Each loss made me better, and boy, she ****ed me up a lot. But every battle less and less, until i had her down, i beat her as she beat me. Like a little **** It was beyond satisfying.

    Let me stop here for a moment and let me say this, Cringtos is no more, now he is Kratos, he has also put away the edgelord blades of professor chaos in favor of wielding something mythos appropriate and bad ass, the leviathan axe. I love it. I cannot express how awesome it truly is. wanna go hand to hand, can do, wanna use leviathan axe, can do, wanna shield bash an enemies teeth out the back of their skull? can do. wanna use the cringe blades of cringe... ok...(you have to for certain things, i avoided using them on anything other than puzzle specific blocks, yup, i killed the dead Frost hel denizens with my fists over those ****ing cringe blades, i hate them so much)

    lets talk a bit about graphics. MWUAH, love em

    lets talk about control, MWUAH love it

    Lets talk about the world, it's more open than any of the games before it, and that does it a huge favor in my opinion, there are side missions/quests put about that you dont have to do, but are definitely worth doing, you can chase them at your pace. you don't have to fight the Valkyrie, but if you do, oh boy is is rewarding and worth it. test your mettle, do it.

    gameplay links to control, i was satisfied with it, i only didn't enjoy the forced use of the cringe of cringe, that was disappointing to me.

    Story. Kratos is now Kratos and not Cringtos lord of the edge. He done a big oof and grown up. Matured. Found a wife and sired a son. One whom he has a fragile, delicate, distant relationship with. One whom he seems terrified to get too close too, but set on ensuring will know how to live, survive and one day, become a man. The love is there, the emotions that are a mixture swirl within him, yet he keeps them at bay, fear of who he once was creating this large block. Kratos is a god, a god from another place. Here in this foreign land where he has sought a new beginning his powers weakened to a degree.

    The depth, maturity and growth of Kratos instantaneously caused a 180 for me on my opinion of GOW, i experienced his angst, his anger, his rage There was sorrow there too, but it was overcome with the previous emotions that there was truly no appreciation in it. not like this. i never got to see kratos try to be anything more than the monsters he was chasing and killing. Now we inject humanity and wisdom that comes with age and experience. Humbling and so ****ing satisfying.

    there may be a sequel in the works, i wont spoil any key elements here suffice to say that this story did well, beyond well. This superseded my expectations in every way. I hope the sequel does not **** up and continues with this amazing new path.
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  44. Jul 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. another masterpiece that I highly recommend. interesting and a thought out story between Kratos and his son Atreus on their adventure to scatter his mothers' ashes on the highest peak but it turns out not to be as simple as it looks like. amazing graphics and zero loading screens (unless you die) with an interesting world to explore and encounter other souls for side quests other than the main quest. very fun and satisfying combat with many upgrades and skills to unlock on your journey but some mini-bosses are overused with minimal changes like their color. Expand
  45. Jan 5, 2021
    10
    El juego es incre´iblemente completo en su narrativa.
    Dejamos de ver un Kratos lleno de ira, para ver a un Kratos que evoluciona junto con el concepto de la franquicia. Kratos tiene un desarrollo de personaje increíble, que no funcionaría sin Atreus.
    La exploración es un poco tediosa, que es en lo que a mi parecer flaquea más el título, pero sin duda una vez que llegas a un area a
    El juego es incre´iblemente completo en su narrativa.
    Dejamos de ver un Kratos lleno de ira, para ver a un Kratos que evoluciona junto con el concepto de la franquicia. Kratos tiene un desarrollo de personaje increíble, que no funcionaría sin Atreus.
    La exploración es un poco tediosa, que es en lo que a mi parecer flaquea más el título, pero sin duda una vez que llegas a un area a explorar, vale la pena.

    El reto es notable. Jugando en "difícil" el juego te reta a usar combinaciones de habilidades para poder vencer a ciertos enemigos, y sobre todo a las Valkirias, que sin duda son enemigos comparables a jefes de los juegos Souls.

    La historia es increíblemente fuera de estereotipos fomentados por Series como Vikingos o Thor de Marvel, lo que creas saber sobre la mitología nórdica, será abordado de otra forma en este título. Olvídate de un Thor como lo conoces, o de un Odín como "Padre" de todo.

    Un juego digno de estar en los mejores de la generación, y de la década.
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  46. Jul 3, 2021
    9
    Boy! As beautiful as it is brutal, this game took me on an emotional journey that let me murder monsters with my son. What more do you need?
  47. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    By far the best game I’ve ever played. The story, gameplay and setting flow perfectly together and just work so well.
  48. Dec 15, 2020
    10
    This game is nothing less than a Masterpiece.. Loved the story & amazing world building.
  49. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este juego es una GRAN reinvención de saga y un aire fresco. Simplemente perfección. Expand
  50. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor Reboot de una franquicia que haya visto, felicitaciones a Santa Monica y su GOTY de verdad es increíble la relación entre el padre y el hijo, además de la ambientación y aventura muy satisfactoria..
  51. Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutalThis is a game that was able to deliver on the incredibly high expectations, and then some. God of War is the next chapter in the long-running IP by Santa Monica, but not only is it a great entry, but It is also a complete reinvention and a new beginning for the franchise. Graphically is some of the best on a console ever, accompanied by amazing art direction, a powerful soundtrack, brutal and engaging gameplay, and an emotional story that is masterfully told in a cinematic way. Absolutely love this game, even if some things do feel like a setup for the sequel and plot tricks to elongate are used a bit too much. Expand
  52. Jul 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. junto Spiderman lo mejor de ps4 no como los trans parte 2 ahora a ps5 el siguiente Expand
  53. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This is by far one of my most favorite games of all time. The story, gameplay, setting, characters, etc are all fantastic. Don’t get me started on the score! Masterpiece of a game!!
  54. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Lo único malo de este juego, es que se acaba. Perfección total. Historia, evolución de personajes, gráficos, jugabilidad innovadora, productora, etc. Gracias Santa Mónica.
  55. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Honestly the best story I’ve played. Can’t wait to see where the future of this franchise goes!!
  56. Sep 30, 2020
    10
    I've been a fan of god of war since the first one came out. On my first play trough I wasn't happy with the game at all, and I stopped playing for months, but 6 months ago I started playing again, paying much more attention to the dialoge, the enemies, the enviroment and the characters, and I loved it, I've replayed the game 10 times or more. I already have the 100% and now I'm playing onI've been a fan of god of war since the first one came out. On my first play trough I wasn't happy with the game at all, and I stopped playing for months, but 6 months ago I started playing again, paying much more attention to the dialoge, the enemies, the enviroment and the characters, and I loved it, I've replayed the game 10 times or more. I already have the 100% and now I'm playing on give me god of war.
    This will be one of my favorite games ever and now I'm waiting on the sequel.
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  57. Jul 8, 2021
    10
    This is a great game with a great story. It has good but not great gameplay. The lore around it is very good, and it has great character. The graphics are amazing. My one complaint is that I wish there were more huge beast bosses. But the game is amazing and a top ten of of the last decade.
  58. Aug 8, 2020
    10
    better than the last of us part 2 in every aspect especially the story telling ;)
  59. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games it's masterpiece And I hope it will be part 2 for this game
  60. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Знакомство с игрой начал именно с этой части. Одно из лучших приключений, химия между отцом и сыном. Продолжения не жду так как игра выглядит целостной и законченной. Брать всем обязательно.
  61. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos que eh jugado de god of war , aunque cambiaron la jugabilidad ,es muy fácil acostumbrarse y tiene una historia que emociona
  62. Jun 27, 2020
    9
    El gameplay es exquisito empieza lento pero después se convierte en todo un god of war a la regla, momentos de acción pura, gráficos de 10 y por introducirme a una nueva mitología este juego vale totalmente la pena con decir que lo tengo platinado y todo saben lo difícil que es hacer eso? !!!!
  63. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Best game until part 2 release
    Best game until part 2 release
    Best game until part 2 release
  64. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Lindo demais maravilhoso!!! Épico pra quem curte o gênero de aventura e história emocionante
  65. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Обожаю эту игру. Каждый должен попробовать это прекрасное путешествие. Шедевр!
  66. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    At first I thought this game was boring and that it was not for me. If I tell your how that changed so quickly and how I was addicted to this game. It’s so much fun battling and I can’t wait till the next one comes out. First god of war game I’ve ever played and now Im a big fan.
  67. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    God of War is great game because the creators change the history very good in form so adaptable
  68. Jun 21, 2020
    5
    Awesome game from every angle.Combat,music,design everything is perfect.I really enjoyed the game
  69. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Сюжет и развитие героев 10 из 10
    Геймплей 10 из 10
    Графика 10 из 10
    Атмосфера + музыка 9 из 10
  70. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    After playing this game for years, and beating the game on NG+ over 50 times, I have to say this is a masterpiece of a game, and I am excited for future installments. Only thing I would wish for is more variety in combat gear.
  71. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Without a doubt one of the best games for the Ps4. An absolute joy to play. The combat feels fresh and the story is excellent. Highly recommended.
  72. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    I finally got the chance to play it after two years of release. I hadn't played the earlier games, so I wasn't sure what I was getting into. However, I must say that it's as good as everyone said it would be.

    Kratos seems to be much older than the earlier games, and through the game gets to bond with his son, aka Boy (Atreus). I found it hilarious the way he'd call Atreus "Boy" and
    I finally got the chance to play it after two years of release. I hadn't played the earlier games, so I wasn't sure what I was getting into. However, I must say that it's as good as everyone said it would be.

    Kratos seems to be much older than the earlier games, and through the game gets to bond with his son, aka Boy (Atreus). I found it hilarious the way he'd call Atreus "Boy" and Mimir "Head" throughout the game.

    I would be playing this game over and over again for many times until we have another sequel.
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  73. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games I ever played
    I wish It was a different IP but oh well
  74. Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра в целом крутая. Интересные локации и красивая графика, интересные противники на высокой сложности. Классные загадки и испытания. Подача лора и отношения между сыном и отцом. Из минусов слишком затяжные бои и противники небольших размеров резиновые, бьешь, бьешь, бьешь. Expand
  75. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Просто потрясающая игра! Хоть я и покупал ее за 900 рублей, но я мог бы потратить на неё и все 4 тысячи и игра бы полностью себя окупила. Агрессивно рекомендую к прохождению.
  76. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This is the best game ever made in history. Congratulations to Santa Monica Studio for this masterpiece. Thank you.
  77. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    the best I've played, a lot of emotions, amazing battle mechanics. A plot that does not allow you to remain indifferent
  78. Jul 3, 2020
    8
    Una aventura inolvidable, manteniendo ese plano secuencia magistral de principio a fin de la historia, provocando así que te sientas uno mas en la historia al no separarte nunca de los personajes.

    Experiencia única la que aporta este God of War 4 que deja a un lado la violencia de los anteriores para centrarse en una historia muy madura de padre e hijo. Jugabilidad excepcional,
    Una aventura inolvidable, manteniendo ese plano secuencia magistral de principio a fin de la historia, provocando así que te sientas uno mas en la historia al no separarte nunca de los personajes.

    Experiencia única la que aporta este God of War 4 que deja a un lado la violencia de los anteriores para centrarse en una historia muy madura de padre e hijo.

    Jugabilidad excepcional, gráficos impresionantes consiguiendo una optimización perfecta, una banda sonora que no deja indiferente a nadie, una historia que te obliga a no dejar de jugar nunca por su fluidez narrativa y un reparto de doblaje a la altura de esta obra.

    En cuanto a lo negativo, la repetitividad. Para ser un juego basado en la pelea cuerpo a cuerpo, los enemigos tienen pocas mecánicas, cada enemigo tiene 3 o 4 ataques o menos que repetirán, y hay poca variedad de estos. Los bosses, repitiendo la fórmula de los combates normales (pocos tipos de ataques y pocas mecánicas) son, tal vez, un poco decepcionantes, pudiendo hacer los combates un tanto aburridos. Aunque todo esto, lo puede suplir Kratos y sus impresionantes combos.

    Sin duda un juego que todo el mundo debería jugar.
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  79. Nov 13, 2020
    10
    I am not a fan of the original God Of War series. I have played a little bit of them but I didn't enjoy them as much. I was a little bit cautious before I purchased this game but I ultimately decided to give it a go because it is a 'reboot' and they changed the gameplay altogether.

    I'm glad I played this game. The story was emotional, exciting, and kept me wanting to know more. The
    I am not a fan of the original God Of War series. I have played a little bit of them but I didn't enjoy them as much. I was a little bit cautious before I purchased this game but I ultimately decided to give it a go because it is a 'reboot' and they changed the gameplay altogether.

    I'm glad I played this game. The story was emotional, exciting, and kept me wanting to know more. The gameplay was so satisfying and it felt so good when you kill enemies with a plethora of awesome skills. The world was colorful and magical, it made me want to explore every corner for loots and hidden runes.

    Definitely a classic and up there in my top 10 all-time games on any platform
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  80. Jul 19, 2020
    9
    One of my all time favorites. Amazing in every aspect. Wish the main quest was longer
  81. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece, cant wait to see the next chapter of this amazing series, the game reinvented itself and still is amazing.
  82. Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Best game of the entire generation...nothing else to say! But that they refreshed the GOW formula and make it even better it's just a feat by itself.
  83. Aug 4, 2020
    10
    This game is a perfect 10/10. I played everything I could do and platinum'd the game. I was sad when there was nothing left to do. If you haven't played this, what are you waiting for??
  84. Jul 25, 2020
    9
    I love the old God of War, but they surely needed a change. God of War is the change we needed and deserved, with a great gameplay and story. I do not like playing hack and slash, and I just loved what the new God of War came up with, a good and fun battle system, hard and easy when it needs to be. About the story, I'll be honest and say that I did not like at first. I hated Atreus and hisI love the old God of War, but they surely needed a change. God of War is the change we needed and deserved, with a great gameplay and story. I do not like playing hack and slash, and I just loved what the new God of War came up with, a good and fun battle system, hard and easy when it needs to be. About the story, I'll be honest and say that I did not like at first. I hated Atreus and his face, but I loved all the following characters of the story, so we can say that Atreus did not bothered me that much. Besides, the final scene with Atreus and Kratos is just beautiful and touching, I couldn't hate that boy in that moment. The story is that involving and amazing, with a human and real Kratos. Some players might hate this game, and I understand, it is very different from the old ones, but just give it a try and enjoy the Norse mythology. Expand
  85. Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Loved the game, the universe, the characters. Loved the dynamic between Kratos and his son, and I absolutely loved the character development. I never played any other GOW game and I understand some possible backlash it might get for not being like the rest of the series, but I honestly think this is a good addition and an awesome way to introduce Atreus. I already want to replay the game!
  86. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Игра вышка. жалко жестокости подубавили нежели в преведущих частей но подтянули сюжет))
  87. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    It is really really really really really really really really really good..
  88. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Exelente, fiz questão de platinar. Jogo nao peca em nada e o gameplay é algo viciante. A historia é linda.
  89. Jun 22, 2020
    9
    God of War is one of the best games of this generation. Beautiful father and son journey in a different realm where kratos tries to hide his dark past from his son to protect him from the curse of being a god. The dialogue at certain points in this game made feel exactly what the story wants me to feel. The pacing fluctuation gave the game enough time to focus on other elements beside theGod of War is one of the best games of this generation. Beautiful father and son journey in a different realm where kratos tries to hide his dark past from his son to protect him from the curse of being a god. The dialogue at certain points in this game made feel exactly what the story wants me to feel. The pacing fluctuation gave the game enough time to focus on other elements beside the story
    Graphics 1010, Sound and Music 10/10, Storytelling 1010, AI combat 9/10, ranged combat 8/10, level design 910, overall experience 1010
    Giving this game a minus point for the following elements
    - Traversal
    - Ranged combat
    - Abusing the word BOI
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  90. Feb 25, 2023
    10
    This game is fantastic a really good game and a great story and great gameplay
  91. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Indispensable si tienes una PS4
    Los gráficos son hermosos, la historia es muy profunda y entretenida
    Es genial, de primeras el cambio tan fuerte en el estilo de juego entre los anteriores puede ser algo chocante.
  92. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    I much prefer this latest installment of god of war over all the rest of them. Game play mechanics were good story was good and graphics were some of the best I've seen on my 4k oled. I enjoyed the game enough to take the time to earn the platinum.
  93. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Best game for Ps4 for sure!
    One of the best graphics ever seen, working great also on basic ps4, compelling story from start to the finish, a title not to be missed.
  94. Jul 30, 2020
    10
    this was one of the best games i have ever played and is jammed right in my top 10 of all time. pace, story and combat was all fantastic. throwing the axe felt amazingly satisfying. then beating people with the shield till you called back your axe felt even more amazing. cant not wait for them to carry on the story. Game of the generation by far.
  95. Dec 20, 2021
    8
    This is a breath of fresh air for the previously stagnant God Of War series. While this game ditches many of the traits that make the series unique to begin with, it compensates with an emotional story, enjoyable action, and engrossing new take on Norse mythology. The boss fights are fun, the soundtrack is absolutely astonishing, the graphics are really impressive, and the cinematicThis is a breath of fresh air for the previously stagnant God Of War series. While this game ditches many of the traits that make the series unique to begin with, it compensates with an emotional story, enjoyable action, and engrossing new take on Norse mythology. The boss fights are fun, the soundtrack is absolutely astonishing, the graphics are really impressive, and the cinematic set-pieces are a spectacle to behold. My only real negatives would be that the fast travel mechanic is not very good, the RPG elements feel somewhat tacked on, and the pacing slows down a bit too much towards the end. Otherwise, this is an excellent game and I cannot wait for the sequel! Expand
  96. Aug 15, 2023
    8
    Great game with cool world building and fighting mechanics. I found the puzzles interesting overall but sometimes find the timed ones irritating. Liked the main story and voice acting, but found some of the side quests felt a little bit pointless. The armour upgrade doesn’t seem overly intuitive and I also found accessibility features to be lacking.
  97. Jan 26, 2022
    10
    God of war is the best playstation exclusive, just go do yourself a favor and play this masterpiece.
  98. Jan 8, 2021
    8
    Its an awesome game with a great story but every character feels bland and empty
    Visuals are awesome with amazing attention to detail
    Gameplay is good and servable enough for me not to complain about it The only character I cared about was kratos and sometimes atreus(which the game forces you to) What annoyed me was the valkyries and how hard they were to beat.I have no problem with
    Its an awesome game with a great story but every character feels bland and empty
    Visuals are awesome with amazing attention to detail
    Gameplay is good and servable enough for me not to complain about it
    The only character I cared about was kratos and sometimes atreus(which the game forces you to)
    What annoyed me was the valkyries and how hard they were to beat.I have no problem with hard games but this one was annoying because kratos is a GOD so it was unnecessary to be this hard.
    In general it was a game with a lot of boring characters and stupid rpg elements but definitely a good story with nice visuals and gameplay
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  99. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    The great game, Kratos in your version more human, and Witch graphic wonderful.
  100. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    God Of War this is the best ps4 game of the decade hands down just play it you would not regret how character development is 100% pure here best graphics best gameplay and awesome storyline end of the day its game of the decade hands down i would strongly recommend it
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Mixed: 0 out of 118
  2. 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. 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.