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  1. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece I love it. The story is very moving and deserves the game of the year award.
  2. Dec 11, 2022
    0
    bad writing, and boring gameplay with too much cut scenes that add nothing to the experience, this is a really lazy game, avoid this at all costs
  3. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Achei esse jogo incível, digno de GOTY, uma pena ele não ter vindo, o jogo encerra com louvor a tragétoria do Deus da guerra, Kratos, mas acho que tinhamos que poder jogar com o Mijonir, era o que a maioria mais esperava, acho um vácilo da Santa mônica não ter colocado, espero que eles coloquem em um New Game + o Mijonir jogável! Expand
  4. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarok is the one of best game I have ever played. I literally cried at the end.
  5. Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Скучная, душная игра. По факту тоже самое, что и петвая часть. Реально крупных новвоведений минимум, разве что игра за Атрея чувствуется по-новому, самые интересные моменты связаны с этой частью прохождения. Бесит постоянное нытье и самокопание персонажей, они постоянно сомневаются в себе, постоянно ссорятся. По итогу самыми интересными являются второстепенные персонажи, как Брок с Синдри,Скучная, душная игра. По факту тоже самое, что и петвая часть. Реально крупных новвоведений минимум, разве что игра за Атрея чувствуется по-новому, самые интересные моменты связаны с этой частью прохождения. Бесит постоянное нытье и самокопание персонажей, они постоянно сомневаются в себе, постоянно ссорятся. По итогу самыми интересными являются второстепенные персонажи, как Брок с Синдри, Труд. Мимир постоянно трындит без умолку, ты не можешь просто почилить плывя на лодочке. Бои не изменились, такие же перекаты, блоки и юзнание разных рун, Кратос все также не умеет прыгать, что разнообразило бы механику. Спутников можно прокачивать глубже, появились новые стрелы и приемы, ничего особого. Сам мир стал больше, всяких загадок, сайдквестов навалили гору, но это не оч хорошо, просто утомляют. Графика не сильно улучшилась, некоторые локации, ассеты, анимации перекочевали из прошлой игры без изменений. Не знаю, скучно стало на середине игры. Финал так вообще разочаровал, тухлый эпик, очень много соплей и болтовни в духе "ты можешь стать лучше", не этим мне нравился Кратос и вся серия. Очень воняло соевостью дабы не допустить никакой чрезмерной жести (что странно), никакого шока или вот-это-поворота. Очень стериально получилось. Не хочу продолжения в таком же духе, ну его в жопу. Expand
  6. Dec 11, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its an amazing game I loved it so much And it’s so exciting to see kratos becoming the man he was
    And hate it so much But it has some problems Bugs
    Especially The animal instincts bug, it’s not fun at all
    And Frya, sometimes she’s just standing in there not helping .
    anyways its a must play
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  7. Dec 11, 2022
    0
    Here comes another helping of slop from the rehashers at playstation. Pretty much doubles down on every bad mechanic from new god of war and goes a step further by bastardizing Norse mythology to the point of absurdity.

    Take one look at Thor and try not to laugh, same with Odin because the character designs are awful. One only needs to look at the Greek trilogy to see how much Ragnarök
    Here comes another helping of slop from the rehashers at playstation. Pretty much doubles down on every bad mechanic from new god of war and goes a step further by bastardizing Norse mythology to the point of absurdity.

    Take one look at Thor and try not to laugh, same with Odin because the character designs are awful. One only needs to look at the Greek trilogy to see how much Ragnarök fails in this regard. Anyone who claims to be a fan of the old games is lying if they think this new attempt even comes close to the originals.
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  8. Dec 2, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I would give the first re-GoW an 8. Plagued by mechanics that make the game as unenjoyable as possible, it was the best reinventing of a franchise I have ever played. Unlike so many games like it, though I left it installed, I never went back because I dreaded the gameplay. Ragnarok is not a brilliant reimagining, it is the exact same game, and they doubled down on the unenjoyable game mechanics. It is criminal that this game is ranked this highly. I have no idea why anybody would unless they have a GoW tattoo or hurt themselves for amusement.

    Then there was navigating the trash world. VAnaheim was one of the most painful walking around experiences I have ever had in a game. I spent hours trying to get to places I could see, but there was a bush. One I needed to get to a plateau with four adjacent islands that could possibly be the way, plus night and day variations in the foliage, and it was a boat landing with a door behind a waterfall.

    1. Obviously, the worst and mostly widely panned (is that camera humor?) is the camera. Instead of being immersive, it forces me to meta game, which is the opposite of immersive and never ideal. (I switch between auto-target+ for large groups of enemies that lets you switch to targets off screen since the camera is always stuck and then turn it off for bosses especially in pairs)
    2. Healing before bosses is done as follows: run at the boss and die. There is no healing up unless you are dead. Maybe there is another solution, but this easy, not fun, and ridiculous.
    3. Healing after a tough fight. Nope. Did you just have a jaw clenching battle to the death, then rebirth, and then almost death? Sweet, right? Sorry, though. You just wasted your time. There is no mechanic to come back from that. So many times I get a surprise bad guy that does tiny damage or a poison dot that kills me after a tough fight since you can't heal unless you are fighting or get lucky.
    4. I am not done yet, but one female character's development is ridiculous. She's real mad then providing you motivation and wiping your butt for you five minutes later. L another goes from trying to kill Loki to calling him her daughters friend and colluding to order her father-in-law.
    5. The puzzles are monotonous. With some tweaking (at least the stupid sounding pick to get through the doors is gone) this has the same puzzles.
    6. The ending of the game could be replaced with a Vin Diesel “family” meme.
    7. The camera pulling even with auto aim turned off is ridiculously obnoxious when trying to complete a challenge that involves aim under fire. You can pause and go into settings and change aim settings to include puzzle objects then turn it off when it’s over so you don’t have to toggle through objects during combat the rest of the time. This is definitively bad design.
    8) The last optional boss and one other have an ability that negates an entire play style. If you were playing ranged, change all your gear and settings. You have to be in close and aggressive melee range to stop the blue ring ability that is the entire arena.

    I dropped it down now that I beat it, and started playing Elden Ring again. It is legitimately less frustrating than GoW, and Elden Ring has buckets of issues.
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  9. Dec 11, 2022
    9
    A fun romp back into the world of the 2018 game. Not that much has changed in gameplay mechanics but a rich story does evolve. I thought this game was better than its predecessor but I do wish they would do more with combat.
    Even so its well worth a play
  10. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Absolute gorgeous and epic game, from the beginning to the end. Awesome scenarios and characters development.
  11. Dec 11, 2022
    5
    An absolutely perfect game. Whenever a new God of war comes out it always comes out with a new console so I immediately buy the game with the console. Pity for those fake fans who criticized this piece of art. You can tell that they don't know how to value things
  12. Dec 11, 2022
    5
    En mi opinión god of war a sido unos de los mejores juegos. Puede haber distintas opiniones pero las críticas que está recibiendo este juego no es normal, supuestamente el juego solo está lleno de cinemáticas pero siendo realista y informándose más se puede ver que por ejemplo hay más de 40 enemigos , o también distintos objetos coleccionables como los cuervos de Odín.Ademas para rematarEn mi opinión god of war a sido unos de los mejores juegos. Puede haber distintas opiniones pero las críticas que está recibiendo este juego no es normal, supuestamente el juego solo está lleno de cinemáticas pero siendo realista y informándose más se puede ver que por ejemplo hay más de 40 enemigos , o también distintos objetos coleccionables como los cuervos de Odín.Ademas para rematar el juego constituye de detalles alucinantes , como por ejemplo: al pisar la nieve se hacen huellas , si tiras el hacha a los árboles las ramas se caen . Y así muchísimos detalles más. Yo creo que Santa Mónica Estudio no se merece las críticas y me parece abusivo el hecho de que el juego ha pasado de una calificación de 9 a una de 7.5 . Yo le doy al juego un 5 estrellas y es más que merecido Expand
  13. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    One of the best games, I've ever played.
    A masterpiece.
    The voice acting is great and you can feel the passion behind it. The main boss fights are breathtaking and the combat system has a new touch. The main part is similar to 2018, but there are some new animations and a much larger skill tree. If you've played God of War (2018) and liked it, you will enjoy this game. I can't wait to
    One of the best games, I've ever played.
    A masterpiece.
    The voice acting is great and you can feel the passion behind it. The main boss fights are breathtaking and the combat system has a new touch. The main part is similar to 2018, but there are some new animations and a much larger skill tree. If you've played God of War (2018) and liked it, you will enjoy this game. I can't wait to see and experience the next steps in the GoW-Series.
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  14. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    여전히 매끄러운 카메라워크와 단연 돋보이는 스토리만으로도 라그나로크를 할 이유는 충분하다 게임하는 내내 이 세계가 끝나지 않기를 바랄 만큼 잘 구축되어있고 개연성 또한 높다고 생각
    성장한 아트레우스와 크레토스의 모습이 함께하는 작품이 라그나로크로 마지막일 것이라 생각하니 너무 아쉽다... 살면서 이런 게임을 해 볼 수 있다는 건 엄청난 행운이 아닐까 수많은 스태프의 정성과 노고가 너무 잘 느껴지는 대단한 게임!!!
    여전히 매끄러운 카메라워크와 단연 돋보이는 스토리만으로도 라그나로크를 할 이유는 충분하다 게임하는 내내 이 세계가 끝나지 않기를 바랄 만큼 잘 구축되어있고 개연성 또한 높다고 생각
    성장한 아트레우스와 크레토스의 모습이 함께하는 작품이 라그나로크로 마지막일 것이라 생각하니 너무 아쉽다... 살면서 이런 게임을 해 볼 수 있다는 건 엄청난 행운이 아닐까 수많은 스태프의 정성과 노고가 너무 잘 느껴지는 대단한 게임!!!
  15. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    The amount of detail that was put into this game was incredible. Everything was done better in the sequel. Amazing game, another Masterpiece
  16. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarok is an excellent game and an evolved formula compared to God of War 2018 which, in addition to fixing the weak points of the 2018 version, improved its positive points such as story telling, characterization, and gameplay In addition, other parts of the game and in general each part of the game are more complete and attractive than the previous version. Like moreGod of War Ragnarok is an excellent game and an evolved formula compared to God of War 2018 which, in addition to fixing the weak points of the 2018 version, improved its positive points such as story telling, characterization, and gameplay In addition, other parts of the game and in general each part of the game are more complete and attractive than the previous version. Like more effective and better role-playing elements. More and more varied side steps. A lot of sub-boss fights and challenges on the motivation of very good design of 9-realm with a special atmosphere All these factors and colorful positive points make God of War Ragnarok a great and worthy work for fans and gamers. And Santa Monica, as always, managed to create a masterpiece Expand
  17. Dec 11, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic game in isolation. Missed opportunity as a sequel. This game is amazing for the first 2 acts and the final act is still acceptable. But we could have had so much more. Many plot points from the previous game are left ignored and the final few boss fights were some of the simplest in the franchise. I felt underwhelmed by the final act as it left too much on the table. Expand
  18. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    this game is absolutely amazing, amazing graphics, amazing combat, and an amazing follow up
  19. Dec 11, 2022
    2
    Extremely generic combat and a very boring start with repeated bosses everywhere
  20. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I’ve ever played. Story was good , gameplay felt better then 2018’s graphics were so good but only thing I didn’t liked was that ending felt a bit rush but still it was amazing.
  21. Dec 10, 2022
    0
    Dear AAA developers,
    Please make your npcs shut the hell up. This game is literally hand hold simulator. Deveiopers treat u like baby. They do not believe the player can solve simple puzzle or notice any detail on screen!
    I'm giving Gow Ragnarok award for most underwhelming experience of 2022
  22. Dec 10, 2022
    9
    God of War Ragnarok is the epitome of Sony's cinematic approach to gaming. It is well produced, has great game play and is a story well told. However, this type of AAA game, the bread and butter of their 1st party efforts always have a certain degree of limitations and sameness. Yup. Here goes the cuts ends and QTE galore. As we move to the next generation, this formula may need toGod of War Ragnarok is the epitome of Sony's cinematic approach to gaming. It is well produced, has great game play and is a story well told. However, this type of AAA game, the bread and butter of their 1st party efforts always have a certain degree of limitations and sameness. Yup. Here goes the cuts ends and QTE galore. As we move to the next generation, this formula may need to evolve. Hence, many consider Elden Ring superior in this regard. Expand
  23. Dec 10, 2022
    7
    Overhyped, boring story not much has changed since the 4 years inbetween the last game. Regret buying this for ps5. The last game atleast had some moments I still remember this one I have already forgotten.
  24. Dec 10, 2022
    0
    Game sucks do not buy it. This is a bad game. It runs like trash and it awful.
  25. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    God of War: Ragnarok is the epitome of storytelling in a game. A perfect blend of hardcore, brutal combat, and a meaningful, thoughtful story. If you have access to this game, I highly recommend playing it. I also recommend the 2018 game. Ragnarok knows that its a sequel, it gives more innovation to follow the previous entry, without ever reinventing the wheel. Amazing game. AmazingGod of War: Ragnarok is the epitome of storytelling in a game. A perfect blend of hardcore, brutal combat, and a meaningful, thoughtful story. If you have access to this game, I highly recommend playing it. I also recommend the 2018 game. Ragnarok knows that its a sequel, it gives more innovation to follow the previous entry, without ever reinventing the wheel. Amazing game. Amazing experience. Masterpiece. Expand
  26. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    They just keep getting these games right! Got me to tear up twice and that never happens to me playing videogames.
  27. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Words cannot describe how much I love this game

    But numbers can

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  28. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    The best game in the world, it has caused me to see that I am better in life then I truly am and It has made me appreciate my son
  29. Nov 24, 2022
    10
    By far the best game I've played this year. The story was a great send off to these characters and their journey that the previous entry introduced us to, all the characters had clear personality and motives due to the superb writing and voice acting. The game looks beautiful and the combat is addicting and deep. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a game withBy far the best game I've played this year. The story was a great send off to these characters and their journey that the previous entry introduced us to, all the characters had clear personality and motives due to the superb writing and voice acting. The game looks beautiful and the combat is addicting and deep. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a game with engaging game play and a moving story Expand
  30. Dec 10, 2022
    7
    Very samey compared to the first game, except weaker story and pacing. I was very disappointed that the upgrade trees were practically identical.

    Kratos felt neutered in this game, while the spotlight shifts towards Atreus. Honestly, the Kratos of the original trilogy feels completely gone now. He speaks more of friendship and against war than I ever cared to hear Kratos speak. The
    Very samey compared to the first game, except weaker story and pacing. I was very disappointed that the upgrade trees were practically identical.

    Kratos felt neutered in this game, while the spotlight shifts towards Atreus. Honestly, the Kratos of the original trilogy feels completely gone now. He speaks more of friendship and against war than I ever cared to hear Kratos speak.

    The story was unbearably slow in parts (mostly Atreus parts) while the characterization of certain gods felt strange. It was more boring than a GoW game should be. It even felt like more of a walking simulator than the first game. Room -> fight -> squeeze thru a crack in the wall -> walking while talking -> another crack -> another fight. Rinse and repeat.

    I would have appreciated some more innovation to make this feel like more of a sequel instead of an expansion. It's the same game but worse.
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  31. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Great game. A continuation of the previous entry which was fantastic as well. The mechanics and overall gameplay will feel very similar to the last game with alterations for the better. Overall the game doesn't reinvent the wheel but sticks to what the first game was good at and takes it up a couple notches. The story is well written and there are some good twists and emotional moments.Great game. A continuation of the previous entry which was fantastic as well. The mechanics and overall gameplay will feel very similar to the last game with alterations for the better. Overall the game doesn't reinvent the wheel but sticks to what the first game was good at and takes it up a couple notches. The story is well written and there are some good twists and emotional moments. Also the ability to play another character and use help from a different supporting character is a nice change of pace. As some other reviews noted, there is a bit of a pacing issue at the end with a somewhat rushed feeling but it did not impact my feelings for the game, and may have been done purposely to try to put forth a sense of urgency, which is not a bad thing. The side quests actually feel like the mean something and add to the story, each one feels like it was meant to be completed and not just filler. The supporting cast is good and acting is great overall. I have played a lot of video games, especially rpg and action adventure games, and this one is up there in my top 10 for sure. An additional item to note, the reviews with 0 should not be trusted, while I have no problem with people not liking a game or it not being their favorite (there are plenty of games I dont like that are very well reviewed), 0 is just review bombing or something else. Expand
  32. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is super well , we are waiting for NG+ and more DLC's , good job santa monica . Expand
  33. Dec 10, 2022
    9
    The game is the continuation of the Norse story told in 2018's GoW. The story is very good and one of the most compelling reasons to play the game. Beyond story the graphics, combat, and general game play are very good. If you have not played 2018's GoW I would recommend starting there and then playing this. Fantastic all around.
  34. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Very few times in my life have I finished a game, and felt myself missing it's characters later on.
  35. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Beautiful and great game! It's been a blast from start and finish of main story line with hours awesome side content and exploration still to play!
  36. Dec 10, 2022
    2
    Terrible combat and balancing, destroyed most fun for me. Dodge windows are insanely short, many boss attacks can not be avoided and Kratos dies after 3 hits. Switching to Story difficulty for bosses fixed it, but normal combat was too easy. In this state not enjoyable as combat is a huge portion of the game. Played Elden Ring and had fun. But in my opinion in GOW it is just bad combatTerrible combat and balancing, destroyed most fun for me. Dodge windows are insanely short, many boss attacks can not be avoided and Kratos dies after 3 hits. Switching to Story difficulty for bosses fixed it, but normal combat was too easy. In this state not enjoyable as combat is a huge portion of the game. Played Elden Ring and had fun. But in my opinion in GOW it is just bad combat design. I just want to enjoy the game (on normal difficulty) and not look up good builds or understand combat system and suitable buffs/effects in detail to be able to beat some late game bosses (on normal or even story difficulty). Expand
  37. Dec 10, 2022
    5
    The best game I've played in a very long time! Story kept me interested, the gameplay was fun, I even did all the side missions which I usually don't play. Absolutely loved it!
  38. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Game is absolutely amazing! I've have been following Kratos story since he took the throne from ares in G.o.w. 1. Santa Monica studios thank you for all your hard work to give us another classic! Take your time playing this game enjoy it!
  39. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Historia soberbia, desarrollo espectacular de personajes y un gameplay maravilloso componen este título espectacular que rosa la perfección.
    Platinado en PS5 con 75 horas de juego
  40. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    The continuation of the last game, bringing a lot of adventure, great gameplay, the sensors for PS5 were very good, and bringing the possibility of playing with Atreus was one of the points that I liked the most.
  41. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    From the gameplay to the acting and graphical performance of this game, everything is just truly outstanding. One of the few games to actually get me emotional towards the end, not to mention want to continue playing well past the end credits. An absolute masterpiece.
  42. Dec 10, 2022
    5
    Storia deludente, gameplay ben fatto ma ripetitivo ancor di più del suo predecessore, 3 nemici in croce con skin diverse, sempre le stesse animazioni nelle finisher, secondarie orribilmente lunghe e noiose.
    La cosa più brutta è stata finire il gioco e chiedermi "ma è finito davvero?".
    Sembra ormai una serie tv, l'ombra del fantastico gioco che era GOW prima del 2018. GOW 3 resta il top,
    Storia deludente, gameplay ben fatto ma ripetitivo ancor di più del suo predecessore, 3 nemici in croce con skin diverse, sempre le stesse animazioni nelle finisher, secondarie orribilmente lunghe e noiose.
    La cosa più brutta è stata finire il gioco e chiedermi "ma è finito davvero?".
    Sembra ormai una serie tv, l'ombra del fantastico gioco che era GOW prima del 2018.
    GOW 3 resta il top, questo potrebbe meritare anche un 7 e mezzo, ma è da punire, perché dal 2018 non hanno imparato nulla, a differenza di ciò che dicono gli youtuber e la varia gente pagata (è pagata anche se non viene pagata direttamente, le copie, gli inviti, le anteprime etc ti fanno fare soldi), non cambia nulla dal 2018, ci sono solo 1 arma nuova e qualche abilità, e a livello dei nemici la varietà è solo apparente, sono skin, tolti i miniboss che sono praticamente 4 ripetuti alla nausea, altro che "hanno imparato dagli errori e adesso non ci sono più sempre i troll ripetuti" (e i troll ripetuti ci sono pure -.-).
    La verità è che ora non vedi solo troll ripetuti ma altri 4 5 nemici, e il gioco è così lungo che li vedi 40 volte a testa e li uccidi sempre con la stessa animazione, la grande "varietà".
    Ormai non ci si può fidare di nessuno, compratelo a 20 euro e ne sarete contenti.
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  43. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Das Spiel ist eine 10/10. Kein Spiel hatte mich bisher so in den Bann gezogen. Besonders die Musik ist unfassbar gut und besonders mit guten Boxen wirklich beeindruckend. Wie du Charakter mit einer sprechen wirkt Natürlich, nicht so wie in anderen spielen, wo ich mir andauernd denke, so würde keiner mit einander reden. Die Entwicklung der Charaktere ist verblüffend. Wenn man denDas Spiel ist eine 10/10. Kein Spiel hatte mich bisher so in den Bann gezogen. Besonders die Musik ist unfassbar gut und besonders mit guten Boxen wirklich beeindruckend. Wie du Charakter mit einer sprechen wirkt Natürlich, nicht so wie in anderen spielen, wo ich mir andauernd denke, so würde keiner mit einander reden. Die Entwicklung der Charaktere ist verblüffend. Wenn man den Charakteren am Gesicht ablesen kann, was sie gerade denken, dann hat das Studio alles richtig gemacht. Die Story ist wundervoll und spannend.

    Jeder der die Möglichkeit hat, dieses Spiel zu spielen sollte das tun!

    10/10
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  44. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Goated game ! caters for every need in a game:

    combat
    story
    dialogue
    graphics
    character development
    characters
    emotional on every level
  45. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    I haven't even played it yet, or watched, or read anything on the story yet, I just know it's good, the last one was so this one will be to... I hope, although there were some things complaining on the story and everything, but they said the combat was amazing so I hope it lives up to the hype when I play it, also STOP REVIEW BOMBING THE GAME BECAUSE ITS BETTER!!!, Also all of the positiveI haven't even played it yet, or watched, or read anything on the story yet, I just know it's good, the last one was so this one will be to... I hope, although there were some things complaining on the story and everything, but they said the combat was amazing so I hope it lives up to the hype when I play it, also STOP REVIEW BOMBING THE GAME BECAUSE ITS BETTER!!!, Also all of the positive review bombers, keep it up because we need to beat the negative bombers. :) Expand
  46. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Ragnarok follows the 2018 story not missing a beat and builds towards a satisfying conclusion. The gameplay keeps you coming back for more and complete the post game. Amazing experience
  47. Dec 9, 2022
    5
    Mediocre and overated , still good , just not as good as everyone makes it out to be .
  48. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very well directed game, with some unbelievable scenes, boss fights (Such as Garm and Nidhogg) and plot twists. In terms of technical prowess, this game is undisputed the best I ever seen. I really didn't experienced any major bugs and the ones I did were just 100% irrelevant.

    However, the down point in my opinion is the underwhelming decisions with some characters, such as Thor, which I think should 've played a much bigger role inside the story (He basically just was a minion of Odin and drunk on the free time, not giving me the feeling of a real enemy during the most part of the game). Moreover, the final sequence of events should 've been more spaced from each other, leaving more time to build some really epic ending to the Ragnarok theme .

    Besides that, this game is a masterpiece and it still was pretty much what I expected from a sequel on the franchise. Just got my platinum trophy on aprox. 50 hours.
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  49. Dec 9, 2022
    5
    Probably the best game ever. Graphics, gameplay and most importantly the story is the best I’ve seen.
  50. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    This game keeps hitting all the right spots for me. Definitely recommend, especially if you've been around the franchise for a while.
  51. Dec 9, 2022
    5
    This version can be crazy hard but overall it's worth it. Making changes to the difficulty level has increased the experience for me. I LOVE IT, and highly recommend this game to any GOW fan or newbie.
  52. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    This is an amazing game! I'm a long time GoW fan and I'm disgusted by the rate bombing going on by disgraceful gamers. These losers need to get a life.
  53. Dec 9, 2022
    8
    It's a good game. Great follow up to the last GOW, but, the game is entirely too long for some players. Not to mention, even with the helpful hints that story mode gives you, some players would not figure it out very easily. I know that is the point of the whole thing, but, to captivate a new audience, there should be a bit more helping for the "give me a story" option. Also, with thatIt's a good game. Great follow up to the last GOW, but, the game is entirely too long for some players. Not to mention, even with the helpful hints that story mode gives you, some players would not figure it out very easily. I know that is the point of the whole thing, but, to captivate a new audience, there should be a bit more helping for the "give me a story" option. Also, with that being said, I'm not really certain on how replay value would stand up in all of this, but, I'm not certain I will. I've had the game since day one, and have increasingly over time, lost interest in the game and the story. Expand
  54. Dec 9, 2022
    1
    Just as bad as the ps4 version. Poor gameplay poor cameras lazy and sad design.
  55. Dec 9, 2022
    5
    Great graphics, voice acting, production value and so far overall story. However, the puzzles are the worst, you cannot leave or skip a side quest once you started one. Your partner during quest tends to be weak and useless except the blue dwarf. Levels are very restricted and not much exploration.

    Bosses are hit sponges and "rage mode" has been made irreverent. There's no point going
    Great graphics, voice acting, production value and so far overall story. However, the puzzles are the worst, you cannot leave or skip a side quest once you started one. Your partner during quest tends to be weak and useless except the blue dwarf. Levels are very restricted and not much exploration.

    Bosses are hit sponges and "rage mode" has been made irreverent. There's no point going into "rage mode" because your normal weapons would do more damage.

    I'm just so disappointed with this game.
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  56. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Gameplay starts off where the last game ends and builds from there in ways that far exceeded my expectations. The story is top notch. Awesome job Santa Monica Studio!
  57. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Best game I've ever played. The graphics are impeccable and the story is just as good. Like most gamea there are some minor bugs but with just how amazing every other aspect of this game is, it's hard not to give it a perfect score. If I was able to I would give this game a 12/10.
  58. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Really enjoyable game. I like where the story can go from Here. This 75 character long reviews in crazy.
  59. Dec 9, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the game maintains its excellent gameplay from the previous game by making small changes, it maintains the same good graphics as the previous game, I feel that the difficulty went down a bit, I feel that the narrative also went down a bit, leaving many characters in the dark and downplaying some (Jörmungandr, Odin, Thor, Hraesvelgr, Loki, Forseti, Tyr, etc) I feel that although the fights with the Berserkers are quite entertaining and apply that level of difficulty that the story lacks, they leave a lot to be desired. to be desired compared to the Valkyries, I also feel that the Physical Appearance of some Gods like Odin and Heimdall leave a lot to be desired, as well as the fight with Thor and Freya, which are not the most epic that one would expect. Although I liked the game a lot despite the fact that Platinum was very easy, I feel that Cory Barlog set the bar so high with the previous game (God of War 2018), that it was impossible to fail with this game no matter how bad or good it was. outside. Expand
  60. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Me encantó el juego, aunque se vea muy continuista, realmente hubo una mejora gráfica, mejoraron el combate y la trama es de lo mejor con algunos giros que no se esperan.
  61. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing, A renewed faster and more brutal combat with new interesting mechanics, new scenarios, nothing repetitive and an incredible story.
  62. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Reverse review bombing. I don’t understand why these silly monkeys are doing it. It was my favourite game of 2022
  63. Dec 9, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Problemas que precisam resolver nesse jogo:
    -Falta do NG+
    -Sem customização para o kratos
    -Falta das armaduras do GOW.2018
    -Alguns dos ataques runicos das lâminas que são para curta distância, são completamente inúteis por jogar inimigos para longe.
    -Desequilíbrio entre as armaduras. Armaduras iniciais são mais fortes que as finais. -Dificuldade um pouco alta para dar upgrade no máximo no machado, e nas lâminas. -Falta dos ataques runicos que tinham no 2018, e não tem nesse jogo.
    -Mudança não muito boa no ataque das lâminas ao segurar o □. A maneira como é realizado esse ataque, não deveria ser mudado.
    Deveria ter alguma forma de trocar esse ataque.
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  64. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    This game blows everything I have ever played. Characters and story is amazing.
  65. Dec 9, 2022
    0
    This game is just boring and repetitive. Same as 2018 GoW. Nightmare, nightmare, nightmare...
  66. Dec 9, 2022
    8
    Really enjoyed the extension of the new look God of War. I think they were robbed at the game awards too. For me this was game of the year. It's very accessible to everyone and really just stuck true to the formula the first one created so well. I will admit they didn't blow me away with anything new. But sometimes that is ok when the formula works so well. All in all I think this game isReally enjoyed the extension of the new look God of War. I think they were robbed at the game awards too. For me this was game of the year. It's very accessible to everyone and really just stuck true to the formula the first one created so well. I will admit they didn't blow me away with anything new. But sometimes that is ok when the formula works so well. All in all I think this game is just really well done from the art to the sound to the music. The combat does lack for me from time to time. But I think it does a good job and coupled with a great story and wondering acting/dialogue, this game really was done well. True game of the year game right here. Expand
  67. Dec 9, 2022
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It took me two weeks to finish the game. And not in a good way. I’d get so bored within an hour to an hour and a half. I missed big chunks of story line because it was completely dry and maybe rushed. It got tiring of battle than puzzle repeat. I know that’s kinda the games thing. But change up some things. Kratos just seemed to give up any spirit of himself you should have just killed him off at the end. Playing as the kid, what’s his name again? Loki? Atraus? I was slugging through that boredom. I don’t have the effort to write more on the subject. The battling was the same as last time. Not much original thought going into this. I feel bad even writing this but it was a huge waste of my money. Lower the price and quick! Expand
  68. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Sad that people are review bombing this game. It's magnificent on every level possible, SSM have outdone themselves with this.
  69. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    The game doesn't change much compared to the previous one but the story is the same or more impressive than the previous one.
  70. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    God of War: Ragnarok is about as perfect as a game can get. Sony Santa Monica Studios has created another masterpiece in the God of War saga.
  71. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    It's even better than the previous game. Superb graphics, story and gameplay. I loved every minute of my 80 hours in this dream of a game. Bravo!!!
  72. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Absolutely incredible game. So much fun. Definitely going to play again. 10/10 highly recommend
  73. Dec 9, 2022
    2
    First of all I have been a fan of God of war franchise since the beginning and really liked gow 4 however Ragnarok is a different story. I am not a fan of the insertion of modern politics in media and entertainment but and it has unfortunately infected this beloved franchise. As much as I anticipated this game (bought a PS5 because of it) I actually wish I skipped this one. Disappointing.
  74. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Everyone Shut the **** up about your negative fake ass reviews you dumb ignorant ****s this is one of the best games THIS ****ING YEAR if I see another fake ass review saying this game is dog **** and the graphics are horrible I will wish nothing but failure and burden on you and your whole family you dumb Cucks.
  75. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Si no te gusta algo no le tires basura , tus gustos no serán lo mismo que el de otros.
    tu opinión basura no hará no hará que uno no adquiera el juego porque le gusta.
    si tu papá no te hace caso aquí menos te harán caso.
    #Cierratuboca y deja que los demás se diviertan.
  76. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing game! Amazing cast! Amazing storyline! Each character has grown since the last one. Combat takes what was amazing previously and adds more to it. Visuals are stunning! I don't know why people are hating on this but if you are a fan of the God of War series since the beginning like myself then buy it and play it! I've been streaming it on twitch and just can't put it down.
  77. Dec 9, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Troppo uguale al predecessore,nei pregi e nei difetti.
    Ho giocato a tutti i gow apprezzando il gameplay dei primi,nella saga norrena il combat system a mio avviso assomiglia troppo a ninja gaiden.
    Adottando una visuale di gioco troppo vicino a Kratos ho riscontrato due problemi:la perdita della visione d'insieme dell'azione e un fastidiosissimo punto cieco dove i nemici non sono visibili.
    La narrazione, seppur con un magistrale doppiaggio in italiano, è forzatamente lunga,tediosa ed ampollosa( fatto amplificato dall'impossibilità di saltare i filmati)non ha saputo coinvolgermi, l'esplorazione dei vari mondi ben caratterizzati,risulta molto guidata su binari con livelli molto lineari.
    Mi aspettavo molto di più.
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  78. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Casi ningún juego me ha emocionado tanto como este. Es perfecto, una obra de arte en todos los aspectos, equilibrado, bello y completo
  79. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    I absolutely loved this game! Big fan of pretty much every aspect; from the storytelling to the music!
  80. Dec 9, 2022
    3
    Sony no se ha esforzado esta vez, el del 2018 si dio un salto.. este es solo algo más...no es ni siquiera next gen. Sony debería dedicarse a hacer peliculas y no video juegos... sus ''narrativas'' para niños quien quiere ser grandilocuentes no cuelan... sobre todo con personajes tan de niño cannis como el hijo de Kratos =/
  81. Dec 9, 2022
    8
    The game became much bigger, added new mechanics and a lots of new stuff.
    Although there is quite a few flaws: navigating is broken, sound effects became less prominent and epic. Also story line ended too quickly and kind a bland.
    Overall game is great and worth playing.
    I've got platinum trophy in 55 hours.
  82. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    With his first directorial experience, Eric Williams proved that he is a worthy and admirable person. It is true that in God of War Ragnarok Williams continued the formula of the 2018 version, and more specifically the formula of Cory Barlog, but he did it so well that there was no drop in direction. Of course, I expect the next version based on a new mythology and a new world (probablyWith his first directorial experience, Eric Williams proved that he is a worthy and admirable person. It is true that in God of War Ragnarok Williams continued the formula of the 2018 version, and more specifically the formula of Cory Barlog, but he did it so well that there was no drop in direction. Of course, I expect the next version based on a new mythology and a new world (probably Egypt) to be directed by Cory Barlog himself, because he is excellent in mythology and its details, and only he can make the third journey of Kratos as perfect as the original version. 2018 to shape Expand
  83. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor juego del año, excelente apartado gráfico, banda sonora, atención al detalle. El desarrollo de los personajes evolucionó de manera coherente. Expand
  84. Dec 9, 2022
    6
    My real score would be around 6 but this is needed to balance the overhyped 10/10 scores

    This game has good game play and great voice acting but unfortunately all of this get overshadow by it's terrible dialogue and story. For being a sequel this doesn't bring anything too newto the table,it's a pot of the same from the first game and like the irst game it has nothing to do with God of
    My real score would be around 6 but this is needed to balance the overhyped 10/10 scores

    This game has good game play and great voice acting but unfortunately all of this get overshadow by it's terrible dialogue and story.
    For being a sequel this doesn't bring anything too newto the table,it's a pot of the same from the first game and like the irst game it has nothing to do with God of war at all,the combat and the characters has anything to do with the original game, the only thing that link with the original franchise it's the character Kratos but unfortunately it's only the name,the character overall it's a total diferente character doing things that it's pretty uncharacteristic for the Kratos character.

    The game has a very good combat system,doesn't add nothing too new to the game,it feels more like an expansion that a sequel but unfortunately the very slow paced story makes with walk and watch characters speak most of the time with some pretty boring and cliche dialog instead of showing more of the story through gameplay.

    I really think if this game wasn't called "God of war" it could been a way better game with some interesting story,but since it try so hard to keep the franchise name to attract more public it end up with a mediocre story that ends up interrupting a lot the good gameplay
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  85. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game! Dialog is great, the story telling is phenomenal, the graphics are awesome. Dope game 10/10
  86. Dec 9, 2022
    0
    Had potential to be a great game, but with Santa Monica hiring female and lbgtq developers, they've turned our favorite badass into a soft daddy who doesn't like to kill. He's now weak and feminine. Basically same thing that happened to WoW.
  87. Dec 9, 2022
    0
    The game is far from the that great as someone says it is. Very overrated. Graphics and gameplay are average at best. Look at Elden Ring.
  88. Dec 9, 2022
    2
    Hated it, too much repetitive game play, too much storyline, just let me play it. Graphically it's good hence 2 and not 0
  89. Dec 9, 2022
    5
    The story and its telling is great but the gameplay is suprisingly boring, uninspired and unevolved. Linear in a way, not much to explore. Recycled puzzles.
  90. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    A parer mio è davvero fantastico, i dettagli e la grafica sono stupefacenti, forse sono stato fortunato ma non ho trovato nemmeno un bug, adoro la storia, fatta bene e fedele il giusto alla reale storia norrena, per me è perfetto
  91. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    1st of all the game is currently being reviewe bombed in this site so ignore the scores that are 0 out of 10
    The game is by far one of the best gaming experience I have ever had with a fantastically created story and great gameplay I hardly ever found myself not interested in the game as I just wanted to continue to pour hours into the game
    I would highly recommend if you bought god of war
    1st of all the game is currently being reviewe bombed in this site so ignore the scores that are 0 out of 10
    The game is by far one of the best gaming experience I have ever had with a fantastically created story and great gameplay I hardly ever found myself not interested in the game as I just wanted to continue to pour hours into the game
    I would highly recommend if you bought god of war 2018 to pick this game up as it is a major improvement on that game
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  92. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarok delivered an absolutely perfect conclusion to an phenomenal story. Wasting no time after the events of the first game, this amazing narrative took me on an incredible journey through nine beautiful realms seeking answers to seemingly unsolvable problems. Starting you off with all the weapons from the previous game, Ragnarok felt like a perfect continuation as though theGod of War Ragnarok delivered an absolutely perfect conclusion to an phenomenal story. Wasting no time after the events of the first game, this amazing narrative took me on an incredible journey through nine beautiful realms seeking answers to seemingly unsolvable problems. Starting you off with all the weapons from the previous game, Ragnarok felt like a perfect continuation as though the first game had never ended. This shows in the narrative as you quickly meet new characters, both friend and foe alike, who carry the plot into entirely new directions and always leave you wondering what will happen next. The acting is superb for both the returning cast as well as some wonderful new additions like Odin, Thor, and Thrud. Story is definitely the highlight of this journey and it doesn't disappoint in the slightest, nor does the incredible gameplay with boss fights so incredible my jaw often dropped in complete amazement. There's little more I can say without venturing into spoilers, other than every aspect of this game was perfect. A tight and complete story, a whole new form of exploration, an amazing cast I found myself emotionally invested into, expanded combat, and a soundtrack that stands above many others. If you've not played these two incredible games I cannot recommend them enough; they did not need a trilogy to "be better." Expand
  93. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Game is very polished with no technical issues, awesome gameplay, story, voice acting, environment, sound effects and music. They are all very well done! Believe the hype!
  94. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Best game I've ever played. I wish they would make another one. The story, the voice acting, the soundtrack, the mechanics, everything is well done.
  95. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I've been gaming since the old NES days of the 90's and I can easily say this is a GOAT type of game.

    It's everything you want in a AAA title, as it has the amazing graphics (PS5 60FPS mode), the amazing story and characters, amazing music and sound design, and amazing gameplay. After my 50 hours of gametime I was thoroughly convinced it's GOTY. Yes, Elden ring was an amazing game
    I've been gaming since the old NES days of the 90's and I can easily say this is a GOAT type of game.

    It's everything you want in a AAA title, as it has the amazing graphics (PS5 60FPS mode), the amazing story and characters, amazing music and sound design, and amazing gameplay.

    After my 50 hours of gametime I was thoroughly convinced it's GOTY. Yes, Elden ring was an amazing game that I did put over 100 hours into, but I did not feel the same emotions or fun factor as I did while playing GOW Ragnarok.

    This is a type of game where if you're huge PC/XBOX/SWITCH fanboy/girl you need to put that away for a few weeks.... Go out and buy a PS5 along with this game and get ready to see SONY SANTA MONICA STUDIOS put all those other developers to shame.

    The bar has now been set very high for a AAA single player title done right, and now its up to ROCKSTAR or maybe NAUGHTY DOG to come try and top this game but I don't see it happening anytime soon.
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  96. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Just like the 2018 game it follows up on, this game is a landmark in video game storytelling.

    The voice acting, music, and seamless transitions between gameplay and cutscenes make are what made the 2018 God of War extraordinary in my eyes, and this game continues to innovate with its characters. They key characters truly take over scenes they are in, reminiscent of the best Hollywood
    Just like the 2018 game it follows up on, this game is a landmark in video game storytelling.

    The voice acting, music, and seamless transitions between gameplay and cutscenes make are what made the 2018 God of War extraordinary in my eyes, and this game continues to innovate with its characters. They key characters truly take over scenes they are in, reminiscent of the best Hollywood dramas out there.

    Ragnarok also takes its predecessor's combat system makes it more diverse, which makes it more fun.
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  97. Dec 8, 2022
    9
    Absolutely a Unit of a game in both gameplay and story. Anybody that genuinely dislikes this game either hates their dad, or hates all mainstream AAA gaming as a whole. Don't listen to the haters decided for yourself. 9/10 WILL play again.
  98. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Highly emotional story and excellent combat that builds well off of the combat from the 2018 release. Care and love went into every aspect of this game. God of War: Ragnarök is a wonderful display of how far the video game industry has come!
  99. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Let me start by saying, this is ONE OF THE BEST GAMES I have played.

    One the story front, it’s a direct continuation of the 2018 God of War game. So the initial moments does feel like the game you have already played, but once it takes off and new game-play elements are introduced it just feels fresh. To put it simply it’s a great story overall to experience that I won’t spoil further.
    Let me start by saying, this is ONE OF THE BEST GAMES I have played.

    One the story front, it’s a direct continuation of the 2018 God of War game. So the initial moments does feel like the game you have already played, but once it takes off and new game-play elements are introduced it just feels fresh. To put it simply it’s a great story overall to experience that I won’t spoil further. The game is a graphical powerhouse on PS5, some designs like the Frozen Lake of Nine, Sindri's House, The Wall in Asgard etc are standout in my memory. Game play is total fun, some light puzzle elements for cool down time and the hack-slash combat is so much enjoyable to play. It really improves over the first game with lots of new enemy types, boss and mini-boss battles. Game has very nice difficult setting (I Played on Normal / Give me Balance) where the enemies provide a decent challenge, but if you do fair amount of Side missions / Favors and get gear upgrades, enemies are lot easier to defeat. The climax sequence for some non-stop action, that was epic. Main background score is retained from last game, which was great already hence no complaints. It’s a game with lots of cinematic elements where you see lots of cut-scenes, QTE in between which I enjoy actually; I understand some people may not like these.

    There are a couple of missions where we play as Atreus that slightly drags and feels lengthy, which is the only complaint for me in this game. But in the overall scheme of things, it’s minor and negligible.

    Just like the previous game, loved the way the side missions / favors are designed where you don't have go too much out of your path to play these and are nicely fit into the Areas you visit during story missions. Another great thing is the game’s attention the Lore. People who have read about Norse mythology will appreciate the game even more. All the dialogues during our travel between missions add so much detail and importance to the story, something which I truly admired.

    Overall it’s a fantastic journey to experience on the PS5. If you are a fan of the 2018 game, just do yourself a favor and BUY THIS GAME RIGHT NOW!
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  100. Dec 8, 2022
    9
    Juegazo espectacula increíble cierre de la saga nordica la historia no decae en ningún momento y el combate es parecido al god of war 2018 pero mejorado la historia es increíble y sus personajes también sin duda pude ser el mejor juego del año para mi.
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Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 141
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    100
    I can't help but tip my hat to the entire Santa Monica team. The deeper you delve into the game, the more you'll be drawn into the stunning story of a father and son against the backdrop of perhaps history's most horrific war. Throw in some casually endearing humour, great and fluid gameplay, and wrap it all up with an amazing audiovisual experience. [Issue#323]
  2. Dec 8, 2022
    95
    Thanks to an amazing cast that’s doing an outstanding job, a compelling story told through the eyes of multiple characters, and top-notch combat, this epic and heartfelt journey strikes all the right chord. It’s impossible not to recommend God of War Ragnarok, but just in case you had any doubts, I strongly advise anyone mildly interested in gaming to play Santa Monica Studio’s latest masterpiece.
  3. Dec 1, 2022
    80
    It’s a satisfying conclusion to the modern God of War saga, but it’s hard to walk away and not feel like this could have been something greater.