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  1. Aug 11, 2020
    9
    The best word to describe this game is "grandeur." It takes the phrase "go big or go home" to heart. Not in just the combat but in the environment as well which is arguably the most stunning feature of this game. I can confidently say that I've never experienced a game with as much lore connected with its environment. There are grandiose statues everywhere which all have stories to tellThe best word to describe this game is "grandeur." It takes the phrase "go big or go home" to heart. Not in just the combat but in the environment as well which is arguably the most stunning feature of this game. I can confidently say that I've never experienced a game with as much lore connected with its environment. There are grandiose statues everywhere which all have stories to tell and reasons why they are there. Even some of the creatures have an enormous sense of scale. It felt like I was really immersed in the world of Norse mythology.

    The characters are all unique and enthralling. Even just standing around or riding in my boat had me engaged in the conversations that everyone was having. This, mixed with the environment, made the story immersive. Don't go into this expected an oscar-worthy script but, nevertheless, it delivers on the feeling and emotion behind the father-son relationship.

    While the battles and cinematography felt amazing, there were some animations that soon became stale. Specifically, the execution animations, and especially for trolls. I really wish they could've come up with a few more execution animations to keep things interesting. Additionally, I delved into the harder difficulty (not the "give me god of war" difficulty) and was sadly greeted with the classic sponge mechanic. The game is harder just because the enemies have more health. You don't feel nearly as lethal as on the "balanced" difficulty. If they had left enemy health untouched but made their damage more lethal, then I think the hard difficulty would've been more engaging.

    Aside from this, I thoroughly enjoyed this game and believe it to be the defining game of the PS4. It will stand as an example for all semi-linear story games to come.
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  2. Aug 11, 2020
    10
    This was an excellent reinvention for the God of War franchise. Kratos has developed so much as a character from God of War 3, and the game did an excellent job of building up the new setting that he now finds himself in. I can't wait to see what is going to happen next in the series.
  3. Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Very good game. Great feelings. Strong man and him son. Very good gameplay, interesting story. Pleasure to play
  4. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    This is seriously one of the best games I've ever played. The combat is so fun and addictive, and it tends to shake up the whole formula every now and then which keeps the game feeling really fresh, and it's always adding new enemy types as you progress. I LOVE Krato's main weapon, the Leviathan ax. It's basically Thor's hammer but with freezing powers which feels SUPER satisfying toThis is seriously one of the best games I've ever played. The combat is so fun and addictive, and it tends to shake up the whole formula every now and then which keeps the game feeling really fresh, and it's always adding new enemy types as you progress. I LOVE Krato's main weapon, the Leviathan ax. It's basically Thor's hammer but with freezing powers which feels SUPER satisfying to though and recall. This is also just a great father son story that takes place in Norse mythology. Even after I beat this game I ended up spending another 10 HOURS exploring in this fast open world. Defiantly a must play for any PS4 owner. Expand
  5. Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  6. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    Beautiful world, exciting story.

    I wasn't a God of War fan, but this game is awesome.
  7. Dec 28, 2020
    10
    I recently achieved the platinum trophy for God of War and it was one of the best experiences I've ever had. Everything he proposes to do is very well executed, the story dealing with Norse mythology is incredible, and interconnects all his points perfectly. The acting is phenomenal, the facial expressions are also incredible. The graphic, wonderful, I got tired of playing with the photoI recently achieved the platinum trophy for God of War and it was one of the best experiences I've ever had. Everything he proposes to do is very well executed, the story dealing with Norse mythology is incredible, and interconnects all his points perfectly. The acting is phenomenal, the facial expressions are also incredible. The graphic, wonderful, I got tired of playing with the photo mode. The characters are built with mastery and the gameplay is amazing. Outside the campaign has a lot to do, and I highly recommend platinum. 10/10 Expand
  8. Nov 12, 2020
    10
    This game I think is 2018 best game...this game is give the HOPE for the gamers...and I wanna say just one thing...I wait the SEQUAL!!!
  9. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A beautiful father and son story that completely changes the entire series for the better. The introduction of Mimir and Atreus has made the previous games feel lonely and the move to Norse Mythology is also a bit of a twisted hero move as Thor and Odin are pure evil here. The new trio of characters and the brand new style with both a beautiful world and story has truly shown that this game is worthy of 2018's GOTY Expand
  10. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    This game is not a masterpiece, it is a gem to the history of video games. The game play is a breath of fresh air after the violent original game series and the story of this game was a masterpiece, seeing the interactions between Atreus and Kratos were amazing, and the Baldur fights were fun (Especially the first one.)
  11. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    This game has no bugs, no framerate drops, no one the I saw at least. The fisics works perfectly, the history of this game is the best!
    This is the best gamer I've ever played in all my life, I have no doubt about that! Well, maybe the next one can surprise me on the same way.
    It's a masterpiece !!!
  12. Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Amazing story, amazing graphics, amazing characters... Truly an amazing game and possibly the best game on PS4
  13. Sep 27, 2021
    10
    It already speaks things when I can say I have played the game 4 times already and platinumed it. The story is the best I have played, the graphics are the best I have seen of the ps4 generation (the lou2 might be an exception) and the game's combat keeps fresh due to the new runic attacks, abilities and new arrows for Atreus and skills you get as you go on. There is still a lot to doIt already speaks things when I can say I have played the game 4 times already and platinumed it. The story is the best I have played, the graphics are the best I have seen of the ps4 generation (the lou2 might be an exception) and the game's combat keeps fresh due to the new runic attacks, abilities and new arrows for Atreus and skills you get as you go on. There is still a lot to do after you finish the games with the Valkyries which all are pretty different and unique, the huldra brother's amazing side quests and muselpheim challenges. The game gives good rewards for completing side quests. (I can say this as I couldn't finish some battles near the mountain without finishing some side quests in Give Me God Of War).
    This game has a lot of touching moments with Atreus as he matures and reminds you of your childhood. Cory Barlog best says it "Kratos teaches Atreus how to be a god, and Atreus teaches Kratos to be human again". This is not only evident in the main story but with all the side quests you do. This game also keeps you interested in the story and Norse mythology whenever you are realm travelling or riding a boat. The one-shot camera and he amazingly fast realm and fast travels without loading screens shows it's technical greatness. Overall, there is a reason it won GOTY and it's sequel is more hyped than the legend of Zelda sequel. Proud to say this was the first game I played on my PS4.
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  14. Aug 14, 2020
    8
    El juego es muy bueno...aunque la jugabilidad lo hace un poco aburrido al final
  15. Aug 15, 2020
    10
    Best game I have ever played. This game takes every brilliant aspect from previous games like father and son (last of us), great gear system (horizon) and sick combat.
  16. Aug 16, 2020
    10
    الجزء الرابع من سلسلة ممتعة من ناحية اللعب
    لو كانت في اللعبة سلبية لكان أساس قصتها الشركي
  17. Aug 17, 2020
    8
    God of War is a nice game. It's not awesome. But it's very good. The series faces an amazing change. That is definately the best thing about this game. The story is good, combat is awesome. But i still don't get why people are giving 10. It's a good game but not a masterpiece for me.
  18. Jul 7, 2023
    10
    Combates, historia, geáficos, imaginativo. Todo un acierto la vuelta de tuerca y como innova con respecto a los anteriores El mejor juego que he jugado.
  19. Aug 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Además de ser un excelente juego que puede que haya decepcionado a muchos fanáticos de entregas anteriores. Pero su gran mérito se valida en la revolución que construyó con adoptar un enfoque completamente diferente sin traicionar al mismo tiempo su esencia en cuanto a la historia y a la naturaleza del protagonista. Gráficos, jugabilidad, narrativa, y todo el resto de sus elementos completamente renovados para bien. El director se ha arriesgo y para bien ha logrado que gente que nunca hayan conocido a la historia de God of War se interesaran en esta historia nueva. Es una narrativa completamente dinámica y muy emocional.... Imperdible! Expand
  20. Aug 18, 2020
    10
    perfect game

    better than red dead

    one of the best game that come to this generation
  21. Aug 18, 2020
    9
    One of the greatest reinventions of a franchise in gaming history. This game has the best direction in a game ive ever seen, the "no cut" camera work was the best decision that director Cory Barlog could have made for the narrative. Game play wise it is another stellar reinvention in the closer 3rd person perspective and much more visceral hard hitting combat.
  22. Aug 18, 2020
    9
    Годно, кратос відчувається добре, хороша бойова система, є хардкор, я задоволений
  23. Dec 30, 2020
    10
    Sem dúvidas um grande jogo, envolvente e muito bem amarrado. A história é sensacional e na minha opinião a trilha sonora composta por Bear McCreary é a melhor da geração de PS4.
  24. Aug 20, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest experiences I've had playing a video game. Amazing job by Santa Monica studios. Can not wait for the sequel.
  25. Feb 7, 2021
    10
    Is there a game more perfect than this? I don’t think so! The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are crisp, the game is second to none.
  26. Aug 20, 2020
    8
    Una obra maestra y soy de Xbox para mí es una pelijuego de 10,vistas muy hermosas,el juego es excelente pero le castigaré con un 8 porque no tiene online o sea te lo pasas y a criar polvo
  27. Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Muito bom o Jogo, uma nova historia muito bem feita. Gostei muito da jogabilidade
  28. Aug 22, 2020
    10
    Increible! Una franquicia que ya estaba explotada y se ha renovado haciéndolo un juegazo. Para mí el mejor juego de la saga y el mejor exclusivo de PS4. Una maravilla este juego. La historia es increíble y los personajes también. Desde Kratos hasta un espíritu, tiene su propio carisma y emociones. Como Atreus y Kratos se juntan más en la aventura me gustó muchísimo( Como en The Last OfIncreible! Una franquicia que ya estaba explotada y se ha renovado haciéndolo un juegazo. Para mí el mejor juego de la saga y el mejor exclusivo de PS4. Una maravilla este juego. La historia es increíble y los personajes también. Desde Kratos hasta un espíritu, tiene su propio carisma y emociones. Como Atreus y Kratos se juntan más en la aventura me gustó muchísimo( Como en The Last Of Us). El mundo más bonito que he visto, Con unos colores muy bonitos paisajes que de dejan boquiabierto. En fin este juego me pareció un juegazo! Expand
  29. Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Игра бесподобна!Сюжет великолепен.Графон шикарен.Геймплей увлекает с каждой секундой.Он не однообразен.Есть куча разных добиваний,атак.Также имеется кастомизация Кратоса и Атрея,оружия.Санта-Моника красавцы!Покупайте,кто не купил.Рекомендую!Игра бесподобна!Сюжет великолепен.Графон шикарен.Геймплей увлекает с каждой секундой.Он не однообразен.Есть куча разных добиваний,атак.Также имеется кастомизация Кратоса и Атрея,оружия.Санта-Моника красавцы!Покупайте,кто не купил.Рекомендую!
  30. Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Dois anos depois e ainda é difícil escolher qual seria o jogo do ano entre RDR2 e God of war. Um dos melhores jogos já feitos.
  31. Aug 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best singleplayer games I have ever played. Story: 9/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Graphics: 10/10
  32. Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Jogo totalmente reformulado que acabou ganhando o Goty, muito merecido.
    Qualidade muito acima da concorrência beirando a perfeição em tudo no jogo.
    O jogo do ano e um dos melhores da geração.
  33. Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Why are you looking at reviews? Go buy this game!!...It is just a perfect game. Bosses are the same.. the entire story telling covers everything. just Perfect!
  34. Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Una excelente reimaginación de la saga, esta en otro nivel este juego, una verdadera joya de ps4.
  35. Aug 25, 2020
    10
    God of War is an amazing game. The story, the gameplay and the visuals bring together something special that will make it remain as one of the best games I have ever played in my life. The sequel cannot come quick enough. Congrats to Cory Barlog and the rest of the team at Sony Santa Monica.
  36. Aug 26, 2020
    6
    Well, It's an excellent game, but just horrible puzzles, should be named God of Puzzles instead, wonder who's idea that was. The game contains more puzzles to solve than battles to fight, You will spend 10 minutes in fights and then wonder an hour in solving puzzles. The more annoying thing is your own kid, which obviously knows what to do, but is just enjoying more to watch you struggleWell, It's an excellent game, but just horrible puzzles, should be named God of Puzzles instead, wonder who's idea that was. The game contains more puzzles to solve than battles to fight, You will spend 10 minutes in fights and then wonder an hour in solving puzzles. The more annoying thing is your own kid, which obviously knows what to do, but is just enjoying more to watch you struggle around. Graphically is very nice, sound is nice and the combat mechanics are awesome, just you wish that there were more combat encounters, Also valkyries should not be optional bosses, they are actually the best thing in the entire game. Story is missing goal, its childish excuse to kill all those people, gods, monsters just because your wife told you to go on top of some mountain. The difference between a god of war and just a warrior is just like that, with great power comes the great responsibility, he just not acting like one should be. And the example he is giving to his son is just terrible, game should be rated just for that for over 18s. In god of war 3 you were killing them, because they took everything from you, your wife, your kids. Here seems that you just enjoy killing people you have nothing in common with. Expand
  37. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Incredible, complex, emotional characters with an interesting plot (although quite simple) and amazing graphics. The gameplay is very good and combat feels great. One of the best PS4 titles. Buy.
  38. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A pretty nice game I would say it bringer me a lot of she ebbebebebwvsvevevbeddbdbdbd Expand
  39. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This is the best game EVER. The graphics and technical graphics are awesome. the story is great. I've finished the game 7 times but I still enjoy the combat system.
  40. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I finish this game 5 time i enjoy it best god of war i have played the story is incredible
  41. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    La verdad me re encanto el juego es una obra maestra tiene una buena jugabilidad,tienee unos gráficos increíbles, tiene una muy buena banda sonora y sobre todo muy buena la Historia una obra maestra
  42. Aug 30, 2020
    7
    Excelente jogo mas mudou demais e meio travado comparado aos outros da série
  43. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Que gran juego, me encantó, la historia y la jugabilidad, lo recomiendo muchísimo, super.
  44. Sep 16, 2020
    9
    Não gosto muito desse estilo de jogo meio Souls-Like, mas a narrativa é muito boa e tocante, os cenários do jogo são bem bonitos. Um 9 merecido.
  45. Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Darn near perfect storytelling. I recommend checking out the Myths and Legends podcast before diving in to hear some good Norse stories if you aren't familiar with Norse mythology; its worth it to pick up on some of the "Easter eggs" and foreshadowing if you want to really get invested in the story. Visuals, graphics, combat, acting, and story are exceptional.
  46. Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei,história foda,gráficos lindos e uma gameplay foda com um combate épico
  47. Sep 13, 2020
    10
    God of War is without doubt one of the games of the generation. I've played through it several times now and have yet to tire of it. It's also without doubt one of the best looking games of this gen.

    Moving away from the linear style of play of its predecessors, GoW adopts a more open style that allows you to branch away from the story and explore the Norse world. It's not strictly an
    God of War is without doubt one of the games of the generation. I've played through it several times now and have yet to tire of it. It's also without doubt one of the best looking games of this gen.

    Moving away from the linear style of play of its predecessors, GoW adopts a more open style that allows you to branch away from the story and explore the Norse world. It's not strictly an open world but more like the latest Tomb Raider games but this approach works perfectly for GoW.

    On the surface, combat feels a bit dumbed down from previous versions. Combos are largely gone now but in there place their place you equip runes to your weapons that gives Kratos different abilities. This opens up various different possibilities for how to approach combat from being an offensive powerhouse, a defensive brick wall, a user of elemental power or just a well rounded fighter. This is all helped further by being able to chose what armor set suits your playstyle as well as being able to attach enhancements to further power up Kratos. You can also use Atrues to cause further damage to your enemies with a couple of power ups of his own. All of this actually goes to make the combat system in GoW the most in depth of the series to date.

    The GoW story is also one of the best told stories I have encountered in a video game possible only bettered by The Last of Us. It might not be the most imaginative, basically being the story of Kratos coming to terms with his past whilst trying to bond with his son Atreus, but the manner in which it is told keeps it interesting throughout the games 20-30 hour playing time with a good variety of humor and dark moments thrown in throughout. The motion captured acting is also fantastic, especially from Jeremy Davies whose performance as Baldur steals pretty much every scene he's in.

    God of War is a fantastic game and should be on every PS4 owners list of games to play.
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  48. Sep 3, 2020
    9
    I was sceptical at the begining with the change to north mythology and the change in the gameplay. But I ended loving the father and son story and the more rpg oriented gameplay. I enjoyed crafting the armors, trying different sets and fighting the bosses in God of War mode.
  49. Oct 6, 2020
    10
    This is how u adapt an old game into a next gen experience. This game to me is the best re-emagining of a game.
  50. Sep 4, 2020
    10
    First off what a game the story is a great first entry into a trilogy. Combat and progression wise set the mark for any game the animations and cut scene are the best I have seen in a game definitely recommend
  51. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    не дивлячись на те, що є нюанси - це найкраща гра в яку я грав
  52. Sep 5, 2020
    9
    I really liked the direction they took with this new God of War. The story and characters are well written. The inversion is very intense. But the gameplay was not as enjoyable to me as in other games like Spider-Man, so only a 9 to me.
  53. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Best game i have evr played. Amazing story, amazing gamrplay, amazing graphics, amazing music...
  54. Sep 6, 2020
    9
    Чудесная игра, которая идеальна во всем, не 10 баллов только за ощущение, что она внезапно оборвалась. Боёвка , отношения Кратоса с Атреем. Мир,графика, музыка - все на запредельном уровне. Жду продолжения .
  55. Feb 25, 2022
    9
    The polished combat combined with an amazing story makes for a fantastic gaming experience. The beautiful open world with its many hidden secrets is the cherry on top which makes your journey that much more enjoyable. Highly recommend.
  56. Sep 9, 2020
    7
    just ok, the combat is slow and sluggish, the "open world " is very generic, and linear feeling and Alfhheim is at least visually interesting, but is more of the same stuff you'll see throughout the rest of the game, Helheim is completely baron in terms of design, though that might be the point, still doesn't change the fact that there is nothing to do in these realms, and Muspelheimjust ok, the combat is slow and sluggish, the "open world " is very generic, and linear feeling and Alfhheim is at least visually interesting, but is more of the same stuff you'll see throughout the rest of the game, Helheim is completely baron in terms of design, though that might be the point, still doesn't change the fact that there is nothing to do in these realms, and Muspelheim and Niflheim are just bonus worlds for gear, and the story is ok at best, kind of a let down because of all the hype people were giving it, snag it if it's on sale for under 20 bucks, otherwise id go elsewhere Expand
  57. Nov 14, 2020
    9
    I was a bit sceptical when I saw that they had completely revamped the combat and now had an escort mission vibe but after borrowing the game, I loved every minute of it. If you loved the previous games you should definitely give this one a chance. There is something here for the new and old fans of the franchise. The story is excellent, combat is good, Graphics are amazing.
  58. Sep 8, 2020
    10
    Удивительная игра! Прошел на одном дыхании. Красивый, завораживающий мир, интересный сюжет, приятная боевка. Кидать боевой топор - одно удовольствие. Это вообще по-моему основное геймплейное открытие игры, заставляющее снова и снова возвращаться. Даже после прохождения периодически заглядываю ради боевки.
    Из минусов могу отметить только то, что большинство рунических атак показалось
    Удивительная игра! Прошел на одном дыхании. Красивый, завораживающий мир, интересный сюжет, приятная боевка. Кидать боевой топор - одно удовольствие. Это вообще по-моему основное геймплейное открытие игры, заставляющее снова и снова возвращаться. Даже после прохождения периодически заглядываю ради боевки.
    Из минусов могу отметить только то, что большинство рунических атак показалось невыразительными, но возможно для других игроков они оказались бы полезны. Я же почти всю игру пробегал буквально с 2-3, даже не меняя.
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  59. Sep 9, 2020
    10
    aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  60. Sep 9, 2020
    10
    10/10 , melhor jogo da série e ótimo sistema de abilidades , zerei umas 3 vezes e toda as três me emocionei no final
  61. Sep 10, 2020
    10
    i played god of war 3 and this game.I know the other games but i didnt play them.The game is very goodstory and other things.Just good
  62. Sep 10, 2020
    10
    This game is outstanding and you already know that. Play it again. Play it for the Platinum trophy.
  63. Sep 12, 2020
    9
    One of the best game I ever played.
    The Journey is an unique experience for a personal growth.
  64. Jul 5, 2021
    10
    One of the best games on PS4. Technically, it's incredible. The nordic mythology's setting, graphics, soundtrack and mechanics... Also, I think Santa Monica made a risky decision changing this game from a hack n' slash to what it is and after playing it, I can say it's the best God of War I played.
  65. Sep 14, 2020
    10
    Capolavoro da parte di Santa Monica Studious, che ti catapulta in un'avventura mozzafiato con una storia ed un comparto artistico senza eguali. Gioco consigliato.
  66. Sep 14, 2020
    10
    This game is pretty much a masterpiece and one of the best games of this generation. It is different than past GoW installments, but that is a good thing and the change was needed. In a world of online multiplayer and loot chasing, its nice to see single player games like this still being made. Don’t miss out on this one.
  67. Jul 9, 2022
    1
    I really don’t get the hype?! I just got it on ps plus for free and the game is beyond annoying! I rather watch god of war “the movie” . Kratos can’t jump neither can he climb? Are you kidding me?! The combat system is very confusing and lame . Also your “son” is very annoying he won’t be quiet.The old god of war games are definitely better.
  68. Sep 21, 2020
    3
    I ve finished the game and i still feel like i miss God of war.
    the only good thing is Graphic.
    Gameplay is weaker than previous games.it dosent give you than intensity.
    Music is just Average.
    Story is very regular and simple.
    I think they tried to use t.l.o.u formula but it did not pay.
    It s Not that good
  69. Jan 29, 2022
    7
    good story and cinematics, relies too heavily on cliche dodge/block boss fight mechanics.
  70. Jun 14, 2021
    10
    На момент написания этого отзыва это моя любия ТОП 1 игра. Если это когда-то и изменится, то вероятно это изменит сам бог войны
  71. Sep 20, 2020
    9
    Nice Nice Nice Nice Nice Nice Nice

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  72. Jan 6, 2021
    10
    第一次听说游戏也能一镜到底(通关后才知道),本世代入坑战神的最佳作品。剧情,画面,配乐,游戏性都堪称完美,我还专门买了原声CD。几乎找不到缺点。
  73. Sep 21, 2020
    10
    Best story , GG Santa Monica and Cory Barlog Im so happy that this game won GOTY 2018
  74. Sep 21, 2020
    10
    This is such a nice refresher from the brutal games that came before this one such a great reason to get a ps4
  75. Jan 13, 2023
    9
    respects to the authors of this game. A great deal of work has been done. Stunning graphics, interesting plot. Only for the sake of this game already have to run to the store and buy ps4. I look forward to continuing
  76. Sep 23, 2020
    10
    God Of War is perhaps one of the greatest games I have ever experienced; yes, 'experienced', because that's exactly what this game is. It's an experience. If you are coming into God Of War with any doubt that you'll enjoy it, cast that doubt away because from the very bottom of my heart, you WILL love this game. It offers a truly gripping story; unmatched combo-based combat rivaled by noGod Of War is perhaps one of the greatest games I have ever experienced; yes, 'experienced', because that's exactly what this game is. It's an experience. If you are coming into God Of War with any doubt that you'll enjoy it, cast that doubt away because from the very bottom of my heart, you WILL love this game. It offers a truly gripping story; unmatched combo-based combat rivaled by no other; a goosebump-enducing score; and characters that will convince you of their believability. With the sequel on its way, God Of War further proves why it deserves the praise it gets. Expand
  77. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing, beautiful, engaging, awesome, breathtaking, badass. So many words can describe thks game and every one of them are positive.
  78. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A lot of people growing up probably had a game that they played with their dad, that game for me was God of Wat, my dad and I were very close when we played the God of War franchise. Playing this hit really close to home seeing how I’m now the grown up having to deal with a similar issue which is change. I’m more than thankful for this game. Expand
  79. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    God of War tells a wonderful tale through a beautiful spectrum speckled with more than a few drops of the blood of your enemies. It’s a shame, then, that boss fights have fallen by the wayside at every level to become terribly monotonous – but if that’s the cost of what Santa Monica has built, it’s certainly a price worth paying.
  80. Sep 26, 2020
    6
    iv been a god of war fan since the first game, iv played all the primary games, iv only played the first psp game when it comes to the secondary games

    this game does not deserve the 10/10s nor the 94/100 critics gave it, i would give this game 79/100 why? because the previous GOW games are much better than this one, there are also other current gen games of the same genre that are
    iv been a god of war fan since the first game, iv played all the primary games, iv only played the first psp game when it comes to the secondary games

    this game does not deserve the 10/10s nor the 94/100 critics gave it, i would give this game 79/100 why? because the previous GOW games are much better than this one, there are also other current gen games of the same genre that are better than this game and even some of those do not deserve such high score! this corruption needs to stop, all that "paying critics to up my game score" garbage needs to go

    what i like in the game?
    the superb graphics,
    the narration,
    the new kratos design,
    some boss designs,
    dragon designs,
    the scenery
    the flashbacks and blasts from the past,
    valkiryes

    what i dont like

    the level design and level selection mechanism:
    having to go through the same main hub and slow level selection over and over again gets old and breaks the immersion

    useless sidequests:
    what else is there to say, all of them are boring

    palette swaps:
    is this 16 bit era? why so cheap sony? fighting the same bosses 100x with different names and color variantion in a "first party blockbuster, console selling game" is ridiculous! fighting and encountering the same "unknown" boss multiple times is not helping the case neither!
    this smells like sony greed if you ask me!

    fight mechanics:
    in one word its unintuitive
    compared to other current gen games, and even previous gen games, this one is mediocre at best, of course GOW was never known to have a rich fighting system, but it used to be fun (and brutal lol)

    with that said, i think it has potential, if they improve and correct it the right way for the next game that is

    i truly hope they kill it with the next game, same way gow2 improved on gow1, if sony permits it with a higher budget, its feasble, potential is not whats lacking

    thanks for reading
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  81. Sep 27, 2020
    10
    Lo describiría como algo nuevo, pero nostálgico es un aire fresco a la saga.
  82. Mar 2, 2021
    10
    This game is a legend and Santa monica knows that but they tell to themselves we are gonna do better god of war is gonna be best game and they did congratulations santa monica studio thank you for this game ı am playing this game and it is reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaly enjoyifull play this game guys play this GAME
  83. Sep 28, 2020
    10
    It's perfect, simply perfect.
    There's no words to explain how I'd felt playing this game, simply beautiful
  84. Oct 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War doesn’t just feel like the next step for the franchise, but for the entire video game industry. Phenomenal visuals, rewarding exploration, and a deep, nuanced combat system contribute to an epic adventure that should be experienced by every human on earth. Santa Monica Studio is taking us all to Valhalla. " Expand
  85. Sep 29, 2020
    10
    Writing these in 2020 and this is still the best game I played on ps4. Beautiful story, live characters, challenging gameplay.. Waiting for the next sequel.
  86. Sep 29, 2020
    10
    Dios esto no es un juego esto es el mejor juego Me gusto mucho la verdad :')
  87. Sep 29, 2020
    10
    Es un juego simplemente maravilloso, todo lo que te da en algo tan arriesgado es increíble, si que es verdad que parece que da para mucho más esta saga y seguramente sea magnífica pero aún con esa sensación el juego lo que te ofrece es una historia más personal y eso lo logra de manera magnífica, me lo e jugado como 10 veces sin exagerar y casi en cada vez me e dado cuenta de algúnEs un juego simplemente maravilloso, todo lo que te da en algo tan arriesgado es increíble, si que es verdad que parece que da para mucho más esta saga y seguramente sea magnífica pero aún con esa sensación el juego lo que te ofrece es una historia más personal y eso lo logra de manera magnífica, me lo e jugado como 10 veces sin exagerar y casi en cada vez me e dado cuenta de algún detalle nuevo que no me di cuenta antes Expand
  88. Sep 29, 2020
    10
    Esto es lo que pasa cuando haces las cosas con amor!!!! Bravo Santa Mónica acabaste de revivir las emociones de juegos de antaño en tiempos modernos!!!
  89. Sep 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego es grandioso , me encantan las historias de mimir como el desarrollo de los personajes atravez del tiempo que transcurre en el juego y la batalla final me dejo sin palabras Expand
  90. Oct 1, 2020
    9
    Kann ich nur wärmstens weiter empfehlen,
    God of War: Ragnerök kann nur ein gutes Spiel
    wewrden wenn es nur halb so gut ist .
  91. Sep 30, 2020
    10
    Cada momento es perfección, la banda sonora, los paisajes, un mundo inmersivo, no veo el momento de que salga el nuevo
  92. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This game Is perfect This game Is perfect
    This game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfectThis game Is perfect
  93. Sep 30, 2020
    10
    Ya quiero que salga el siguiente AAAAAAAH, me gusto toda la historia de principio hasta el final del juego y tambien me gustó ese cambio de jugabilidad que tenian las otras entregas
  94. Jan 11, 2021
    10
    im gonna cut to the chase, you have a playstation buy this game NOW! if any body thinks this game is mediocre or sucks, you suck and burn in hell you dumb moron
  95. Oct 1, 2020
    10
    Best game in ps4,and one of the best games 1 played in this generation of console
  96. Oct 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy buen juego q te deja alucinado cuando te deja a las puertas del Ragnarok y aparece thor seguro que la secuela va a ser increíble pero este juego es buenisimo al punto que me lo e pasado 3 veces y e conseguido el platino es increíble Expand
  97. Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Simplemente EPICOOOO, gráficos excepcionales, fluidez épica, y todo es épico.
  98. Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it, all the game is beatefull and I cant stop of play, is incredible Expand
  99. Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing it’s the best ps4 exclusive ever The story is so compelling
  100. Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Cory Barlog my idol. i love i love i love i love i love i love i love y love,
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.