God of War: Ragnarok

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7.9

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  1. bvwbfjwvjh
    Jan 11, 2023
    9
    Ein sehr gutes Spiel dennoch mit 2 3 Problemchen
    1. Die Characktere die den Protagonisten begleiten reden in einem Kampf ohne Unterbrechung das kann nützlich sein aber auch extrem nervig sein
    2. Einige Missionen werden stark in die Länge gezogen gerade die letzte und die in Vanaheim.
    3. Die Beziehung zwischen Atreus und Angrboda könnte erwas inniger sein
    Aber sonst 10/10
  2. Marinne
    Dec 7, 2022
    9
    Cara, é bom esse jogo ganhar o GOTY. Ele foi bom de mais, entregou tudo, e mesmo vendo todos os spoilers possiveis antes de jogar, a experiencia foi unica.
  3. DrPaul
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Welcome to god of war ragnarok. 2nd favorite game of the year, 1st is obviously elden ring, but i feel GOWR could have come closer if it was more polished. My main complaint with the game is how underwhelming the realms were. Asgard looks more like an evacuation centre than a village of the gods, and the final battle felt rushed. However i love how they revamped the combat. I feel like theWelcome to god of war ragnarok. 2nd favorite game of the year, 1st is obviously elden ring, but i feel GOWR could have come closer if it was more polished. My main complaint with the game is how underwhelming the realms were. Asgard looks more like an evacuation centre than a village of the gods, and the final battle felt rushed. However i love how they revamped the combat. I feel like the new weapon should have been mjolnir, so i was a little dissappointed. Otherwise this game is awesome. 9/10… Expand
  4. Darklloyd
    Nov 29, 2022
    9
    Let me give you 2 pieces of advice.

    1. Play on hardest difficulty. Actually its not really hard but its the only way to actually enjoy the gameplay which is perfect. This way you learn all the moves and play to 100%. 2. Go for side quests as soon as they are available. this way you will make main bosses easier and if you come back to side quests after you will be too high level and one    Let me give you 2 pieces of advice.

    1. Play on hardest difficulty. Actually its not really hard but its the only way to actually enjoy the gameplay which is perfect. This way you learn all the moves and play to 100%.
    2. Go for side quests as soon as they are available. this way you will make main bosses easier and if you come back to side quests after you will be too high level and one shot everything.

    The game is not actually replayable so go for the last difficulty and enjoy it.

    Overall great game and number 2 for me after elden ring this year.    … Expand
  5. Johnyboi
    Mar 17, 2023
    9
    the game amazing graphics great combat very similar to the first with a new weapon good bosses a great and interesting story with funny characters who have unique personalities the game can be cringe at times and some of the realms are boring and repetitive but overall and amazing game from start to finish every playstation owner should buy
  6. PMG-Writer
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    Thus, Sony and the developers from Santa Monica Studios managed to take a new step with the well-known franchise. God of War Ragnarok" scores in all categories and enchants the player from the first minute on. The new game concept and the battles, as well as the open game world with the different sections are simply great and fit together enormously well. In addition, there is anThus, Sony and the developers from Santa Monica Studios managed to take a new step with the well-known franchise. God of War Ragnarok" scores in all categories and enchants the player from the first minute on. The new game concept and the battles, as well as the open game world with the different sections are simply great and fit together enormously well. In addition, there is an impressive graphical presentation from small blades of grass to the great animated characters and enemies. In addition, the German voices and also the rest of the melodies sound really good and you look forward to new dialogues and songs. Those who would like to experience a new action role-playing game and see their hero Kratos again, must and should buy "God of War Ragnarok" for the Sony consoles.… Expand
  7. Ausama95
    Jan 9, 2023
    9
    Great game can't wait for the next one, the only downside is the side collectibles at the end, really take time to collect them all and they aren't that important.
  8. Nikop23
    Sep 5, 2023
    9
    Would actually give this game an 8.5. GoW 2018 was better in my opinion, but I think that is mostly because it came first. I don't feel like Ragnarök really built enough on top of 2018 to stand out. Great game, excellent smooth combat. It is definitely a must play PS5 game.
  9. ZXgame
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Sin duda alguna este God of War es un excelente vídeo juego pero también es bueno hablar con la verdad y detallar ciertos problemas que tiene el juego, y mas allá de ser un fan boy y solo decir, "lo jugué 5 minutos y es el mejor juego de la existencia" quiero contarles que en mi caso se me presento mas de una vez bugs tanto en la jugabilidad como en el área del sonido, gráficamente se veSin duda alguna este God of War es un excelente vídeo juego pero también es bueno hablar con la verdad y detallar ciertos problemas que tiene el juego, y mas allá de ser un fan boy y solo decir, "lo jugué 5 minutos y es el mejor juego de la existencia" quiero contarles que en mi caso se me presento mas de una vez bugs tanto en la jugabilidad como en el área del sonido, gráficamente se ve bien y continua con el arte del juego del 2018, la banda sonora es preciosa, se escucha genial los combates y ni hablar de la musica ambiental, recomiendo este juego, pero hay algo en el guion de la historia que no cuadra pero bueno ya es mi percepción.… Expand
  10. IronWolfFang
    Dec 6, 2022
    9
    Brilliant game withm many positives. Should be game of the year. Only downsides I'd say is the fighting mechanics are very similar to the last game and needs a refresh.
  11. lan_1ss
    Nov 28, 2022
    9
    Хорошая игруха под пивко вообще заебись. Особенно кратос мне он напоминает моего деда
  12. Khristian5
    Jan 13, 2023
    9
    Uno de los mejores títulos de Play Station. Es una continuación que mejora todo lo anterior con una mitología nórdica fantástica. Los combates pueden ser un poco repetitivos cuando llevas unas horas jugando, pero la historia atrapa de tal manera que querrás saber como acaba. Santa Monica lo volvió hacer ¡Bravo!
  13. Elive7
    Sep 2, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juego maravilloso, si apartado técnico y su historia son maravilloso. De los mejores juegos de la historia sin duda. Spoiler…….

    El final deja esa duda de que puede pasar con una nueva Linea en Egipto y el camino por aparte que toma atreus. Muero de ganas por seguir esta historia    … Expand
  14. Gosticouilles
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    If you just play the story, this game is near perfect. It's story is weaker than its predecessor but the game is still an absolute Masterpiece. Sadly the ending is pretty lame and the fun kind of fell appart for me doing the side stuff. It is riddled with bugs and I had to reload saves several times. The menu is pretty buggy too. With a little more time in the works, this game could haveIf you just play the story, this game is near perfect. It's story is weaker than its predecessor but the game is still an absolute Masterpiece. Sadly the ending is pretty lame and the fun kind of fell appart for me doing the side stuff. It is riddled with bugs and I had to reload saves several times. The menu is pretty buggy too. With a little more time in the works, this game could have been a solid 10… Expand
  15. Sensou
    Nov 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Big Improvement over the 2018 GOW.

    If you keep bragging about graphics, it's a complete same feel for me. It's all about resolution and texturing in the game so don't exaggerates thing. It's already a good graphics since 2018 and it's the same for me for Ragnarok graphics.

    Combat is still the same but with some improvement where you can wield 3 weapons now and you can play around with your shield as well this time around. On top of that, you can play with Freya, although Freya is overall has the same behavior as Atreus in combat perspective but its just nice addition. They completely take many inspiration from TLOU2 where you can play as Atreus in this game.

    Exploration of course a lot better with the addition of chaos blade to get around the area. No more slow ascending and descending the wall. Well, it still there but its almost none so it's fabulous because that's the reason why I hate 2018 GOW. On top of that, you can explore all nine realms, so more area to explore as well as puzzle which always great since the traditional GOW.

    Now for story. It's wonderfully written and executed BUT it's weird for me as the characterization of some characters seems inconsistent along the way. Some part is very strong and "wow" me which makes me keep saying "Did Naughty Dog take part in the narrative of this game?" For example when Kratos go home with Atreus after Brok is murdered, the way Kratos explain the situation to Atreus completely reminds me of how Naughty Dog style of story-telling. And many more of that situation which make me attach to the story of Ragnarok better than 2018 GOW.
    But, some part seems off for me, like Freya. Well, they build that relationship with Kratos helping her to retrieve her power back but really? Its that easy? The change from Freya is just too easy and sudden friendship being build there. 2nd, Kratos also very inconsistent in this game, he keep admitting he's wrong after he take certain action, like when he went to Asgard with "vengeance" in mind where Atreus mention before that it's all about justice but Kratos denies it. Then, along the way, Kratos realize "Yeah, I'm wrong, it's not vengeance but it's justice for Odin", like what?

    I know you trying to create the human version of Kratos where Kratos is more emotional and keep positioning himself as parent rather than a God but for me it's completely make Kratos characterization seems weaker for me than the 2018 GOW. Yes, he is a father and God at the same time and that personality might be the reason of his inconsistency in this game but personally I hate that moment.

    Overall a wonderful game and great sequel in Norse Saga of GOW. For Santa Monica, I do think you can stop here for GOW, if you are trying to make another GOW game, the expectation will be very high which might be very demanding and challenging as you cannot remove Kratos and go with another "God" character.    … Expand
  16. pelaestrada
    Apr 2, 2023
    9
    With a lot of emblematic moments. But, some times, I see less polished graphics in certain part's of the game.
  17. Kostas_Spirou
    Jun 3, 2023
    9
    Truly a beautiful game, it's an enjoyable experience overall, but it has some major story writing and pacing problems, making it a somewhat disappointing sequel but still very solid.

    Final Rating: "Fantastic" ~ 8.5/10.
  18. Kwstis_Sidi
    Jan 24, 2023
    9
    Awsome in every way but a little beat weaker than it's predecessor. The story is less interesting and less captivating. Too much gameplay with Atreas which I did not like but others may do...
  19. joaopoc1998
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
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  20. Toffeltrasa
    Mar 13, 2023
    9
    This is a huge upgrade from the last game. Would give it a 9,5/10 if i could.
  21. Siu777
    Dec 6, 2022
    9
    Beautiful game. Great characters and story. Loved exploring the realms. Only negative is that the pacing is quite lacking on a a few occasions but overall an amazing experience.
  22. FreeRunner29
    Dec 22, 2022
    9
    I am taking my time on this one and savoring every moment. Graphics are top notch, animations, acting. Solid game. I docked a point only because it didn't innovate on much. It's still one of those, "if it's not broke, don't fix it" situations at least.
  23. ManjuMadhu
    Apr 20, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, let me just say this.
    God of war ragnarok is gonna be ma last gow game probably. Cause i will leave gaming as a whole soon.
    So this was like a final chance at the gow franchise for me. Lets go..

    Story- 8.5/10- So much wasted potential and bad pacing. However, it was so engaging and a refreshing way because, its the longest gow game ever and its RAGNAROK!!
    Kratos and Atreus already understand each other, however things still go wrong in their way and its the final arc of the father and son bonding and its just so emotinal and heart-warming to see ma old man smile....     … Expand
  24. UnexpectedQuaza
    May 31, 2023
    9
    Bigger and Better!!! The first hour alone beats the climax of every game I have ever played. The characters are masterfully done with thor and odin making a hell of an impression when we first meet them. The combat feels fresh and new while still retaining the amazing feel of the previous game. Each realm is unique in colors, style, lore, monsters, themes, and puzzles. The story is full ofBigger and Better!!! The first hour alone beats the climax of every game I have ever played. The characters are masterfully done with thor and odin making a hell of an impression when we first meet them. The combat feels fresh and new while still retaining the amazing feel of the previous game. Each realm is unique in colors, style, lore, monsters, themes, and puzzles. The story is full of twists and turns that nobody will keep you hyped for what comes next. Unfortunately, the story is not up to the same quality as the one from 2018. This is not the Ragnarok story that was set up by 2018 and there are many people who have come to this conclusion. The new characters introduced in this game dont feel like they are from the same universe as the characters in 2018. Baldur, Modi, and Magni are all very serious and well written characters that don't feel nothing like thor, odin, or any of the Nasgard characters. It's the same feeling of going from The Incredible Hulk and the first Iron Man film to the Avengers. For this reason and many more inconsistencies in writting, the story is nowhere near as memorable or polished as GOW from 2018.… Expand
  25. brennenmorrow
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    While the gameplay hasn't changed much compared to GoW 2018, the story has improved immensely. The characters have major development and we get to see brand new characters brought into the mix that all shine. There's much more to do in this game and the quality is higher than ever.
  26. Rebe1Heart83
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Incredible game about 6 hours in one of the most best looking games I’ve ever seen amazing story telling you can tell a lot of work went into this game taking my time and exploring this is a must play I highly recommend it
  27. Meloman17
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    лучший сиквел который может быть, сюжет и история невероятная, Santa Monica studio молодцы
  28. Comp0za
    Dec 8, 2022
    9
    I really like the game, almost everything in this game is well made, except the menu (weapon, shields, ect) in-game fellt kinda disorganized, and I wish that Insomniac Games had build the PS5 version ground up, but it's a ported PS4 version into PS5 version with visual enhancment.
  29. Thegamesup
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
    The game is legendary, the best game in the year 2022, and it evolved from its previous game, God of War (2018), as a story, characters, dialogues, graphics, frames, and gameplay. It is a perfect score, but there is some repetition, and the skills are not diverse, but three moves and four new moves. Rating: 9
  30. BlimpyPebbles
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    I was skeptical if they could match 2018’s game, but this is absolutely another great game from Santa Monica. This game will stay with you for quite a while. Here are my pros and cons from the first game:

    PROS: -Better combat moves -More weapons -Another amazing story. I found this story better, but stories are relative to the player -Better characters and character depth -Atreas. He is    I was skeptical if they could match 2018’s game, but this is absolutely another great game from Santa Monica. This game will stay with you for quite a while. Here are my pros and cons from the first game:

    PROS:
    -Better combat moves
    -More weapons
    -Another amazing story. I found this story better, but stories are relative to the player
    -Better characters and character depth
    -Atreas. He is phenomenal in this game. His character and voice acting were the best in the game
    -Amazing aesthetics. The locations are great

    CONS:
    -Imbalanced difficulty & pacing, more so early in the game
    -Tediousness & repetitiveness in puzzle-solving that wasn’t nearly as present in the first game
    -While improvements were made and new things were introduced, I felt like not enough new stuff was created for this game    … Expand
  31. mdowney80
    Nov 26, 2022
    9
    I'm not here to review the game although I have completed it. Currently it's at 8.3 and I believe it's slightly better than that. 8.6 for me. If this is your first GOW game you would probably rate it higher than someone who played the one in 2018 but that's all I'll say about it. I'm just here to say that no one should look at critic reviews, they have become useless in all media. If youI'm not here to review the game although I have completed it. Currently it's at 8.3 and I believe it's slightly better than that. 8.6 for me. If this is your first GOW game you would probably rate it higher than someone who played the one in 2018 but that's all I'll say about it. I'm just here to say that no one should look at critic reviews, they have become useless in all media. If you want a true representation of a game, always look at the user score. Critic's have mostly become political and annoying. I personally I believe they should all be fired. Check several reviews and judge for yourself or just stick to the average score to make your decision. Anything you do will be better than listening to "critic's", this is especially true in movie reviews.… Expand
  32. Raizsthorm
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    The story was amazing and I can't wait to see what's next.
    Unlocking new abilities, sometimes tied to the story felt awesome.

    It was a well crafted game, like walking along a movie !
  33. Drew17
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Truly a triple A title. Santa monica does it again. Some of the best gameplay in the 3rd person, action genre. Cool it with the all chests though.
  34. AwesomeAndrew
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    Was amazing game with some fantastic story beats. I loved the characters the combat and the surprises though out. My biggest complaint is lack of weapons variety.
  35. Rappel
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    The story is great. It looks good. It runs smooth. For my taste it could have more fighting between sorry parts. But it is overall my favourite game of the year
  36. cwmillett
    May 1, 2023
    9
    This game was a lot of fun. I really enjoyed the way you can put together attack + defense combos. Even though some of the more difficult bosses took several attempts to beat, they were all fun to battle and overcome.
  37. hulgaard
    Apr 20, 2023
    9
    Better boss fights. Wonderful story. I expected to see more about Thor but Odin’s character filled the gap.
  38. Macintosh1001
    May 3, 2023
    9
    Another grand slam. They improved on every aspect from the first game from engaging combat to riveting story telling. Great job Santa Monica Studio.
  39. pooya_oa
    Jan 8, 2023
    9
    Great way to end this series! I really enjoyed every moment of it.

    I reduce one point for: - I wished to see more mimir stories. - The game health bar was not reasonable. Most of the time you find yourself with a low health bar and start a war with a boss or mid-boss since the game does give enough health refill. So I had to actually let Kratos die to repeat with a full health    Great way to end this series! I really enjoyed every moment of it.

    I reduce one point for:

    - I wished to see more mimir stories.

    - The game health bar was not reasonable. Most of the time you find yourself with a low health bar and start a war with a boss or mid-boss since the game does give enough health refill. So I had to actually let Kratos die to repeat with a full health bar. Either the game should punish the player for losing, or it need to give players enough health refill.    … Expand
  40. MahanK
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    glorious !!! Story 10/10 Graphic (ps5) 7/10 Content 10/10 But the graphic isnt perfect for the new generation . Just like a playing gow 2018 with last update on ps5, but the story wash all of these problems, hype is real .
  41. trinovatic
    Feb 16, 2023
    9
    SIIIUUUUUUU, el mejor juego que he jugado este año, todo lo que faltaba (argumentalmente hablando) en el primero aquí nos lo entregan, se nota mucho el cambio de director y para bien, que buenas cinemáticas, los mundos son increíbles y los bosses están que te cagas.
  42. Solidsnake69
    May 7, 2023
    9
    Absolutely excellent. I can't fight. Give it a 10 for some small stuff. I think the game could have been a little bit more if they would have not released it on the ps4, but I do understand why they did.
  43. IS000OOO
    Dec 25, 2022
    9
    First God of War games better than new generation God of War games. But still, this Games are amazing. Very Good. God of War series is my best,fav series. Best.
  44. Tinytcp
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    I don’t know where to start. I absolutely love this game. I loved the first game. And the old ones aswell.

    God of war 2018 was a breath of fresh air. It hit all the notes perfectly. The story was enthralling, the characters were great. The gameplay was addictive.. I had almost no complaints Now for ragnarok. I was immensely excited for this game, considering I was so fond of the    I don’t know where to start. I absolutely love this game. I loved the first game. And the old ones aswell.

    God of war 2018 was a breath of fresh air. It hit all the notes perfectly. The story was enthralling, the characters were great. The gameplay was addictive.. I had almost no complaints

    Now for ragnarok. I was immensely excited for this game, considering I was so fond of the original. I went into it completely blind and here is my reaction:

    1. More of the same - god of war when released felt like an entirely new game, you wanted to explore everything and see every little thing, but with ragnarok that feeling is gone. It’s more or less the exact same game as the original, but with a new story. The gameplay feels nearly identical, the worlds have changed a small bit, but not enough to be worthwhile exploring every nook and cranny again. 2. The story - I have mixed feelings regarding this, I honestly believe the second games story was nowhere’s near as strong as the first games story. Although I did enjoy it, I found myself often getting bored while playing and found certain area’s way to dragged out. This is a feeling I did not experience with the first. 3. Next gen immersion - now this may be a personal preference, but this does not feel like a next gen game. I understand it was made and developed for ps4, but so was Forbidden west, and that felt like a next gen game. I have swapped between ps4 and ps5 while playing and found virtually no difference. I feel at this point games should be released at 4k 60fps not half and half/ or have to wait months for a upgrade. At the very least it would have made the game feel a bit next gen.

    Based on the above, while I do love this game and recommend it as a must play, I rated it a 9 because I did have a few minor quirks that could have easily been fixed.    … Expand
  45. doutoramentos
    Dec 26, 2022
    9
    I will compare with the past game (God of War 2018).
    The gameplay hasn't changed much but it's still very good and it does have some changes, amazing soundtrack, story I don't have much to say... It's a continuation as expected and I don't understand how much could change in this game and for example the world open is more explorable than the last game and the side quests are just    I will compare with the past game (God of War 2018).
    The gameplay hasn't changed much but it's still very good and it does have some changes, amazing soundtrack, story I don't have much to say... It's a continuation as expected and I don't understand how much could change in this game and for example the world open is more explorable than the last game and the side quests are just amazing!
    I don't give a 10 because there is no "perfect" but certainly the Nordic God of War series borders on perfection.
    Anyway, I don't think it's worth paying 70/80$, I paid 40$ and it was more than worth it.
    I recommend    … Expand
  46. CORVO1
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    best game i ever seen!
  47. xSlicK007
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    I have mixed feelings
    At First the game was addictive and attracting, I had the same feelings when I started playing witcher 3, but after 12-14 hours the passion dropped...
    Character development + Story are great but the combat unfortunately is not... Keratosis is heavy and slow but atreus is combat is much better and quicker.
    Game is fun but could've been better!
  48. MaxieZeus
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    One of the standout features of God of War Ragnarok. Building upon the successful foundation of its predecessor, the combat in Ragnarok is more fluid, diverse, and challenging. Kratos' Leviathan Axe and Atreus' bow have been further fine-tuned, making each strike and shot feel satisfyingly impactful. The variety of moves, combos, and abilities available to Kratos are expanded, allowingOne of the standout features of God of War Ragnarok. Building upon the successful foundation of its predecessor, the combat in Ragnarok is more fluid, diverse, and challenging. Kratos' Leviathan Axe and Atreus' bow have been further fine-tuned, making each strike and shot feel satisfyingly impactful. The variety of moves, combos, and abilities available to Kratos are expanded, allowing players to develop their own combat style.

    Additionally, the introduction of new weapons and abilities, acquired throughout the journey, adds depth to the combat system. From powerful elemental gauntlets to devastating runic attacks, players have a broader arsenal at their disposal. This variety encourages experimentation and caters to different playstyles, making battles engaging and rewarding.

    God of War Ragnarok also introduces thrilling boss encounters, each uniquely designed and challenging in their own right. These epic battles test the player's skills and strategic thinking, requiring more than just brute force to overcome. The satisfaction of triumphing over formidable foes is unparalleled, and these moments are among the game's highlights.

    On the other hand, the narrative in God of War Ragnarok feels overcrowded and lacks the focused storytelling that made the 2018 installment so captivating. While the first game followed a simple yet powerful father-son journey, Ragnarok attempts to weave a complex tale involving various Norse gods, realms, and conflicts. As a result, the plot feels rushed, and some storylines are underdeveloped.

    The emotional depth and character development, which were the heart of the 2018 game, take a backseat in Ragnarok. The relationship between Kratos and Atreus feels somewhat neglected, as the narrative jumps from one event to another, leaving little room for meaningful interactions between the two. This lack of emotional connection diminishes the impact of pivotal moments, making them feel less significant than they should.

    Furthermore, the inclusion of multiple story arcs and side quests introduces an abundance of characters and lore, often overwhelming the player. While it's exciting to explore the vastness of Norse mythology, it comes at the cost of a tightly-knit narrative. The side quests, while adding to the game's longevity, can feel distracting and dilute the main story's focus.

    God of War (2018) was celebrated for its character-driven narrative and emotional resonance, but Ragnarok struggles to maintain the same level of depth and intimacy. The pacing suffers as a result, leaving players with little time to process events and connect with the characters on a deeper level.

    Another aspect that takes away from the narrative experience is the open-world nature of Ragnarok. While the idea of exploring the realms and discovering hidden secrets is enticing, it can feel like a departure from the linear, cinematic experience of the previous game. The world of Ragnarok is vast, and the sheer amount of content can sometimes be overwhelming, taking away from the more focused storytelling that made its predecessor memorable.

    In conclusion, God of War Ragnarok successfully refines the combat mechanics that made its predecessor a triumph. The fluidity, diversity, and challenge of the combat system elevate the gameplay to new heights, making battles exhilarating and satisfying. However, the narrative of Ragnarok feels rushed and overloaded, with too much going on compared to the simplicity and emotional depth of God of War (2018).

    The ambitious attempt to incorporate multiple story arcs and side quests in an open-world setting sacrifices the focused storytelling and character-driven experience that defined the 2018 game. While God of War Ragnarok remains an enjoyable and visually stunning experience, it falls short of capturing the same emotional resonance that its predecessor achieved with a more straightforward, powerful narrative. Nevertheless, fans of the franchise and those interested in Norse mythology will still find much to appreciate in this epic adventure.    … Expand
  49. nikt1
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    9/10 after completing the game.

    well deserved. I have to change my opinion from 3/10 to 7/10. It feels like there are 2 teams building this game. After steel wood it changes dramatically. below my old opinion, after 10-12hrs of gameplay. Above is updated after that time. Graphic: 6/10 Music: 6/10 Gameplay: 8/10 (was 2/10) Very disappointing. Mechanically it’s rather    9/10 after completing the game.

    well deserved.

    I have to change my opinion from 3/10 to 7/10. It feels like there are 2 teams building this game. After steel wood it changes dramatically.

    below my old opinion, after 10-12hrs of gameplay. Above is updated after that time.
    Graphic: 6/10
    Music: 6/10
    Gameplay: 8/10 (was 2/10)

    Very disappointing. Mechanically it’s rather regressive. Puzzles are dumbed-down. Story is stupid. Monsters aren’t much better than 2018. World is clunky. Beautiful but unusable. But on sale if you want continuation of 2018, otherwise play gow2018 instead. This one is really bad.    … Expand
  50. jaanson
    May 1, 2023
    9
    Last one had a better story. But this is a really good sequel that has better combat and graphics and a really good story as well. Highly recommended
  51. SkylSV
    Dec 1, 2022
    9
    Wonderful game, incredible story, 38 hours of pleasure, 3 years of waiting worth it. GOTY.
  52. Lost_Phobia
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Complete on hardest difficulty for my first play through. With the struggle and frustrations of dying, it gave the game an entire different level of enjoyment. After multiple attempts and finally coming out on top is such a satisfaction. The story is amazing. The side quest and the amount of endgame means you’ll get plenty of game for the price tag. At time of typing I just hit 70 hoursComplete on hardest difficulty for my first play through. With the struggle and frustrations of dying, it gave the game an entire different level of enjoyment. After multiple attempts and finally coming out on top is such a satisfaction. The story is amazing. The side quest and the amount of endgame means you’ll get plenty of game for the price tag. At time of typing I just hit 70 hours with much more still to do.… Expand
  53. buronizzz
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s still a solid game. But I’m biased because I love the franchise. There are some very noticeable issues in this game. First and foremost is all the bugs in the launch version. I’ve never encountered any glitches in my three play throughs of 2018 but ran into so many in Ragnarok in just my initial playthrough. Some were serious enough that I had to restart checkpoint to continue. It’s just not polished enough.

    The gameplay is fun. Basically the same formula with a few tweaks. I loved it in 2018 so I’m not complaining. The new addition is really useful, but a bit overpowering? The spear basically became my main weapon in the second half of the game.

    The story overall is a good conclusion to the duology. There are issues in pacing at times. Like riding a buffalo (for an hour?) with Angrboda is kind of excessive. The important bits of conversations could have been merged into the two gameplay missions in that sequence. I understand the devs want us to know all about the giants and Angrboda. But because it was so long and boring, I started losing interests and stopped paying attention to whatever they were saying, which defeats the purpose.

    And also there are noticeable gaps in the story. Maybe something cut? Like when Kratos and Atreus decided that they would not pursue Ragnarok any more and Freya went back to Vanaheim, the next story mission was to go after her. Why did you let her go in the first place? Just felt strange.

    I like the ending plot. I think it suits the theme. But it’s underwhelming for its lack of grandeur. I know they had a change of mind and wanted to avoid more destructions and casualties. But maybe a more chaotic battlefield would make this change even more convincing?

    The best part of the game for me so far is the side quests. It’s just fun exploring and some areas are very well designed.    … Expand
  54. Juliano9
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Jogo simplesmente sensacional, beira a perfeição, história, gameplay, personagens, ambientação, captura de movimentos, tudo é incrível.
  55. suli5595
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    Epic game but lacking the scale due to limitations of the ps4, gameplay hugely improved upon, story is very nice and engaging. Kratos finally becomes the God everyone needed without him even knowing it. Can't wait for their ps5 only adventure
  56. ThePercival
    Dec 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ragnarok has to be One of the top 3 in the story-driven games that were released this year, and despite the great similarity between it and its predecessor, it outperformed the latter in several points.
    Firstly, the graphics have become much better than the previous part, and I personally liked it very much, but it could have been a better increase if the game had supported Ray tracing, and better lighting in some of the Cutscenes, but in general, the graphics are perfect and the clarity is excellent, especially when you feel like watching The world from above with the amount of immersive atmosphere you feel.
    Secondly, and the most important thing, the story, frankly, the story is great and befits the level of the previous part and more, the characters are very well written, and the interaction between them is dynamic and lively, and each one has his own prestige and the way he imposes himself on the screen is more like a movie than a mere game, which is an element that Very few games know how to master, especially adventure games. The thing I didn't like or rather annoyed me was that the game felt a bit heavy in presenting the events for the first six hours, and contained many moments that felt rather just begging for your attention and emotions, let alone other instants that felt completely unnecessary and just pumping up the game time, regardless, But everything from the start to the end was pretty good, I would have also loved if the story ended in a more tragic way, but maybe sometimes it is for the best, and the ending was bittersweet for both Atreus and Kratos, and we saw a very emotional side of the latter.
    Thirdly, the gameplay, the gameplay is similar if it was not the same as the first part, with additions whose numbers are small, but their impact is great and radical, the world has become bigger, better, and diverse, the enemies, unlike the previous part, have become much more difficult and diverse, and you feel the difficulty, focus and the heaviness of planning in fighting each type of them that needs a specific strategy in order to defeat them. I loved playing as Atreus and how it was very different from Kratos’ style, the thing that gave the game a new fresh breath. The optimization is quite mid, but it is possible that I did not count this because I could not download the Day one patch, I encountered almost three glitches only, but none was able to ruin the experience for me
    In summary, the game gets a solid 9, and that's it.    … Expand
  57. DonAvalon
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    9 just for only one thing...battles are so crowded and it takes off the ablity of comboing and beauty of fight.(in gmgow mode u must always block and dodge and no time for deal great dmg.)
  58. Vamossszz
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    10 hours in, all I can say is that the story is so good and I want to finish it soon. But....This is clearly a PS4 game, which has been optimized for PS5. The cross-gen roots and bottlenecks are visible in asset quality, textures, etc. Combat is amazing. Performance is smooth @ 60 fps. But it's possible only because of it's compromise in visual quality.
  59. df-priest
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    The game's combat was freaking amazing a straight 10/10, the best soundtracks ever in a God Of War game but the story was lacking not in a bad story sense but it was lacking the momentum of a God Of War game so id give 8/10 to story.. so all that said 9/10 is a perfect score for this game..
  60. NPDARKGAMER
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Weapons 10/7.5
    Gameplay 10/8.5
    Story 10/8.5
    Graphic 10/10
    Plot 10/8
    Character development 10/9.5
    Puzzle 10/8
    Side quest /10/7.5

    Over all Game game is 10/8.5
  61. eluyos00
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    buen juego y divertido,le doy un 9
    ahh y un 0 al sonic refrito,digo frontinosequemierda xD
  62. Astroboy95
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Gran juego! Una joya tanto en gráficos como historia, así como nostálgico.
  63. Narok500
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    El juego esta genial pero aqui vienen mucha gente a poner malas notas sin jugarlo solo lo vieron por youtube solo es cosa de revisar las votaciones de algunos y se daran cuenta de quienes son los ardidos en esta vida no hay que ser tan tonto de dar mala critica sin haber jugado el juego solo porque te duele no poder jugarlo
  64. Dcimme
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    The game was amazing a emotional rollercoaster of events it was just words can’t even express how good it was the backgrounds no matter where you where were just a 10/10 scenery was beautiful a little buggy but no major bugs to take you out of the immersion the only thing it missed was just a hint of how he got to Norse mythology and I was hoping to see a hint at the end to see what theThe game was amazing a emotional rollercoaster of events it was just words can’t even express how good it was the backgrounds no matter where you where were just a 10/10 scenery was beautiful a little buggy but no major bugs to take you out of the immersion the only thing it missed was just a hint of how he got to Norse mythology and I was hoping to see a hint at the end to see what the next god of war release will be, it was amazing definitely recommend… Expand
  65. Scopes
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El momento que encuentras a Thor por primera vez, hasta que peleas contra Odin en el Ragnarök, es glorioso, hubo momentos donde se sentía apagado el juego, pero cuando menos lo esperas regresas a la pelea, no le pongo un diez porque me hubiera gustado ver una tercera entrega en la mitología nórdica… Expand
  66. Demdoff
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    The game deserves 10/10 but I put 9 so that the developers do not relax))))
  67. SideOrderoLemon
    Dec 2, 2022
    9
    God of War: Ragnarok expands on the already incredible God of War (2018) and demolishes it in every aspect. Combat is way more diverse with plenty more to play around with and combos have never been more satisfying and nuanced. The relationship between characters is even more exciting and complicated, with you wanting to know what happens as the emotion is cranked up to 11, even with theGod of War: Ragnarok expands on the already incredible God of War (2018) and demolishes it in every aspect. Combat is way more diverse with plenty more to play around with and combos have never been more satisfying and nuanced. The relationship between characters is even more exciting and complicated, with you wanting to know what happens as the emotion is cranked up to 11, even with the occasional "Marvel-esque" style of dialogue. Traversal, while streamlined, can still be cumbersome, but with so much more to do in the game, it only drives you to keep going. Overall this game improves and shows that Santa Monica learned so much from the previous entry, and solidifies a grand journey that caps of this saga beautifully with no quarter.… Expand
  68. Aenaax
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Une excellente suite, à ne pas manquer! Un mastodonte du jeux vidéo actuel. Seul bémol l'interface de crafts/compétences un peu fouilli, on s'y perd
  69. WhazianGamer34
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    I have been waiting for this game for so long and after finally getting it and beaten the story, I absolute will say this is my Game of the Year. I’m a huge God of War fan for a long time so this review may come off bias however I’m also critical because of it. God of War 2018 was a big leap in terms of every thing from the story, characters, pantheon, gameplay, even Kratos himself. SoI have been waiting for this game for so long and after finally getting it and beaten the story, I absolute will say this is my Game of the Year. I’m a huge God of War fan for a long time so this review may come off bias however I’m also critical because of it. God of War 2018 was a big leap in terms of every thing from the story, characters, pantheon, gameplay, even Kratos himself. So knowing when there is going to be a sequel, everyone including myself had high expectations, and for me, it has missed a couple of things I expected but also exceeded it in others. This game is a LOT bigger this time in terms of story, characters, realms, gameplay, puzzles, and enemies, which is something we all wanted. SM did an amazing job listening to the community and gave us that. They have truly expanded on the gameplay aspect that makes even puzzle sections in the game rewarding with the new ways of traversing through platforms, upgrading your favorite move sets, armor upgrades have been expanded, and the combat feels much more fluid. Even the executions has become slightly more brutal, although executing wulvers from the first game is still my favorite. Not to try to spoil anything but you also get to play a different character which I actually find his combat to be more exciting as it gives you variety. My only gripes I have with this game was how certain characters turned out, story being a little choppy since it has to cover every Norse God and their background, and wished that certain battles were more epic than what we received, especially since this is the closing story of Norse Mythology. I wanna say one of the characters who annoyed me for a time is Atreus, at least from the beginning towards the middle of the game. His obsession with prophecy and acting like he knows so much frustrated me at times, which perfectly describes what dealing with a teenager is like. But in a sense I find him to be a relatable because I’m sure we all thought we know what’s best for ourselves and the world when we hardly got to experience it yet. In terms of combat, you’ve truly seen the growth in how far he’s come with how he fights and uses his own abilities. Sometimes I even stand back and watch him brutally beating an enemy with his bow, and can’t help but smirk with how impressed I am. Seeing him grow from this curious child to slowly becoming someone with discipline makes me wonder if the devs can perhaps create a dlc or spin off with Atreus being the lead character, either it be as he is now or an experienced young adult. But I will say that overall, I can’t say that I wanted a different ending than what we received as it truly was a story of not so much only fighting in Ragnarok, but the redemption of Kratos’ as a character. This game has done an amazing job being able to show Kratos’ growth from the first game to who he is now as a wise father that understands that being a God is a very fragile responsibility as everything you do or say has an impact on the world. Although it would have been more fun to see Kratos show off 100% of his Godly power and unleash the monster he once was more often, I feel satisfied with what they’ve done with his character. I wish to say more without spoiling but just do understand that this game is well worth the experience. So much love has been put into this game and I can truly feel that. This game isn’t perfect by any means, but it’s one of the most memorable games you’ll ever play of 2022.… Expand
  70. Darkesthoop38
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent jeu ! Meilleur que le premier opus sorti en 2018 . Le seul bémol pour moi reste le final de l'histoire qui est décevant , j'avais beaucoup d'attentes au niveau de l'histoire mais les développeurs n'ont pas pris assez de risque et l'acte final n'a pas été assez creusé, surtout un combat final entre Thor et Kratos qui est bien moins spectaculaire que le premier au début du jeu :( Malgré cela je pense que nous sommes en présence du GOTY !!… Expand
  71. Tomahawk31
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    An exceptional and well done sequel. Would be a 10 if the PS5 hardware was taken more advantage of, but I give props to Sony as they are trying to support their huge PS4 install base. Given the difficulty of finding next consoles for the first 2 years, it makes sense.
  72. geymer656
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    GoW is a good game and a great sequel to the previous part. I think everyone who has a PS4/5 should play this game
  73. Gravity0
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Very good gameplay and story but I think some of the rpg mechanics hold it back
  74. ed__d4
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    I like it but there is one negative thing The game is soo short I like everything the difficulty Actions are fast, there is no stretching for a really complete game
  75. Weaselke
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Just an awesome game .
    amazing story ,Briljant fights .
    Graphics is best ive seen.
  76. David1x
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    O jogo é ótimo, abrange melhor os personagens não focando só no Kratos e Atreus, a exploração entre os reinos está muito mais ampla, a movimentação para chegar em diferentes cenários é muito divertida e eu só não dou nota 10 por que você passa o jogo inteiro evoluindo para ter os mesmos golpes e ataques que você tinha no primeiro jogo.
  77. Giggino02
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    This game is umbeliavable, it's a masterclass narration, gemplay top, and elden ring is pretty ugly
  78. ebylito
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Gráficamente es muy top aunque tlow 2 tiene un motor muy bestia , juego imprescindible si eres usuario de Sony, muy buena historia y personajes carismáticos .
  79. caioxx_
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Achei um jogo com uma história impecável, Ótimo Mapa, Provoca diversas emoções ao longo da gameplay sendo um dos maiores jogos da história na minha opinião porém uma coisa que me incômodou foi a falta de variedade de armas e a perca de ataques anteriores que já havia pegado no game anterior. De resto o jogo está a beira da perfeição, Gráficos incrível, Uma das melhores histórias que eu jáAchei um jogo com uma história impecável, Ótimo Mapa, Provoca diversas emoções ao longo da gameplay sendo um dos maiores jogos da história na minha opinião porém uma coisa que me incômodou foi a falta de variedade de armas e a perca de ataques anteriores que já havia pegado no game anterior. De resto o jogo está a beira da perfeição, Gráficos incrível, Uma das melhores histórias que eu já vi e cada personagem tem sua própria característica solo já que nas gameplays com três você não se cansa rápido, eu diria que é melhor do que as gameplays de Kratos mais essa é a minha opinião.… Expand
  80. Released
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Amazing Game With Amazing Story And Incredibly Fun Combat To Go With It Some Problems With Pacing But Overall Better Than The Previous Game And Scores a 9.7
  81. Bartolomeu11
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Esse jogo é maravilhoso, gameplay fantástica do começo ao fim do jogo, sempre se mantém uma tensão por parte da história e é possível ver a mudança de caráter dos personagens enquanto eles estão sofrendo, infelizmente o jogo está repleto de bugs, e essa, pra mim é a única coisa que atrapalha a imersão, pois de resto, é tudo incrível, principalmente os reinos secundários como svartalfhein eEsse jogo é maravilhoso, gameplay fantástica do começo ao fim do jogo, sempre se mantém uma tensão por parte da história e é possível ver a mudança de caráter dos personagens enquanto eles estão sofrendo, infelizmente o jogo está repleto de bugs, e essa, pra mim é a única coisa que atrapalha a imersão, pois de resto, é tudo incrível, principalmente os reinos secundários como svartalfhein e vanaheim, que possuem seus próprios inimigos e missões secundárias maravilhosas, que podem entreter por mais de horas… Expand
  82. emilioscy
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    It is surely a epic game, really this is the pinnacle of story telling and graphics (for PS4). The only reason that i have rated 9 instead of 10 is that the level deaign might be excellent but at times is confusing and i find myslef lost without knowing which dorection i should follow for story progression.
  83. Kaczmar0036
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    As a continuation of the previous part, the game is brilliant story, it is interesting, the gameplay itself is good, however, there are a few things about which one could complain about Ragnarok.
  84. Nony23
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All around great storytelling and amazing gameplay significantly improved from the previous GOW 2018. However, I felt like the first 7/8 hours were really slow paste and could’ve been more filled with important plot points and characters from norse mythology. Definitely suggest playing it!… Expand
  85. mcknighty118
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War Ragnarök is a roller coaster for sure. Amazing game with a brilliant story fleshed out in the main path but also really well developed side quests. I loved this game but have a few nick picks regarding the bosses and story. Below are my issues - The question of 'Who blew the horn to summon the serpent in 2018' - This was never answered - Should have been able to weird Mijolnir at somepoint for a section of a boss battle or one segment of the campaign
    - Should have been able to go on the rainbow bridge for a segment of campaign (maybe part of the Heimdall boss fight)
    - Would have been really cool if Fenrir ate Odin as per norse mythology - Played as Atreus a bit too much in the main story for me - Could have done with better pacing boss fights as like GOW 2018 (Fighting Thor 3 times rather than 2 would probably have done it)

    These are all fairly minor story beats/critiques to a game I'll remember and continue to replay for many many years to come but just wanted to share some honest opinions 9.5/10 for me    … Expand
  86. luismivlc
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Muy buena continuación, he de decir que llevo unas 8 horas de juego, en ps5 se ve genial y hay un salto gráfico, aunque verdaderamente no se sienta un juego next-gen si que vale la pena esta versión. es mucho más completo a la hora de combatir y más espectacular que su antecesor, Haré una valoración final cuando lo acabe
  87. DaxStrife
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Un excelente juego, tanto en historia, soundtracks y diseño, tanto este juego como el anterior los inicie en la misma dificultad, que es dificil, y les puedo asegurar que este juego es mucho mas facil que el de 2018, las primeras 2 se siente lento el juego pera ya despues de eso el juego mete el acelerador a fondo, las mecanicas de combate al principio se sienten lentas, pero ya cuandoUn excelente juego, tanto en historia, soundtracks y diseño, tanto este juego como el anterior los inicie en la misma dificultad, que es dificil, y les puedo asegurar que este juego es mucho mas facil que el de 2018, las primeras 2 se siente lento el juego pera ya despues de eso el juego mete el acelerador a fondo, las mecanicas de combate al principio se sienten lentas, pero ya cuando obtienes la mayoria de mejoras se siente super frenetico.… Expand
  88. Venzz
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    Oyunu oynamadım ama izleyerek oyunu bitirdim.Oyun önceki oyuna göre daha iyi atmosferi var hep durup mekanı izlemek istiyorsunuz.Hikayesi zaten çok iyi fakat oyunda en sevmediğim şey bulmacalar oldu. Önceki oyuna göre daha zor yapmışlar zor olması da bulmacaları çözme sürenizi uzatıyor.Oyunu 10 saat oynuyorsanız 4 saati bulmacaları çözmekle geçmesi berbat bir şey tomb rider mı oynuyoruzOyunu oynamadım ama izleyerek oyunu bitirdim.Oyun önceki oyuna göre daha iyi atmosferi var hep durup mekanı izlemek istiyorsunuz.Hikayesi zaten çok iyi fakat oyunda en sevmediğim şey bulmacalar oldu. Önceki oyuna göre daha zor yapmışlar zor olması da bulmacaları çözme sürenizi uzatıyor.Oyunu 10 saat oynuyorsanız 4 saati bulmacaları çözmekle geçmesi berbat bir şey tomb rider mı oynuyoruz yoksa bir tanrıyı mı bu sorun dışında kötü bir şey yok önceki oyunun devamı zaten önceki oyun iyiyse bu oyunun kötü olma ihtimali yok zaten.… Expand
  89. NowhereFast
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This is a game made by the few remaining people in the gaming industry that still care about video games. The story is good because it has drama and emotional moments with the characters. It’s funny without changing the overall narrative. Lots of strong, solemn moments with the characters. Combat is more flexible and allows for viable builds to be made. Graphics are visually stunning.This is a game made by the few remaining people in the gaming industry that still care about video games. The story is good because it has drama and emotional moments with the characters. It’s funny without changing the overall narrative. Lots of strong, solemn moments with the characters. Combat is more flexible and allows for viable builds to be made. Graphics are visually stunning. Highly recommend… Expand
  90. Jesusaltf4
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    buen gameplay , buenos graficos , excelente narrativa , bien merecido su calificacion
  91. talha61s
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    it was truly incredible. totally a work of art very successful improved what it did in the first game and made it more perfect.
  92. Shahab_sg666
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This one is great game I like That but the End of Story Wasnt Good , final Fight Thor Should was Better , I Expect Fight with Eagle in HellHiem but... , end of story so much cliché , I'll tell you briefly everything perfect until just before when ragnarok Started… Expand
  93. shenmue2
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Simplemente impresionante, Mucho mas grande que el anterior en todos los aspectos, al principio se siente como el anterior pero al avanzar mejora muchísimo, el doblaje al español es excelente, Jugabilidad de 10, Gráficos impresionantes, La música Majestuosa y cambiante en cada situación, mi Goty seguro
  94. ddb1105
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of war is the most fun and emotional game in history because it could be the last one I don’t think it will be but we all don’t know what the next god of war will be… Expand
  95. DigDeepMech
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I waited for this title the moment God of War (2018) came out. Before buying it I knew this game was going to be perfect, and my expectations were high. Of course, it shattered them. Within the first hour, the game is already trying to invoke tears into my eyes with the death of Atreus' wolf. Every part of this game is compelling. You can tell other people agree when over 10% of the people who played it have the platinum. There's always something to do, even when it can get tedious sometimes. My only problem with it was the fact that every time I play this, it overheats my PS5. Regardless if i wipe it down or lay it vertical. This may be a design flaw itself or the game is so intricate that even the 5th generation of console can't handle it. All around, this game is a must play and Santa Monica has developed a masterpiece.… Expand
  96. SSDuo
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is not perfect. However it is still one of the best experience I've had playing a game. The art direction is absolutely splendid, sound design is amazing, side quests are very well made at least the more character focused ones, they tie in very well to the main story. The voice acting is some of the best in gaming. However there are some aspects that makes this game a 9/10 to me instead of a 10/10.

    First thing is the story. Don't get me wrong it was good and filled with emotions but just wasn't told in the best way. It felt like the game needed to me a bit longer to tell the story properly. They were trying to do too many things in too little amount of time which made the story feel rushed at times. But overall the story and most of the main characters were very well written.

    Second, I did not really like how many hours we play as Atreus for how short the story felt. In the end It felt like i didn't spend enough of the journey with Kratos. Gameplay of Atreus was really enjoyable but too drawn out and too long. Just my opinion though. Its not that big of a deal.

    I also really hoped that they gave Kratos new moves. Sure the new weapon is a breath of fresh air when it comes to combat but nothing changed with the Leviathan Axe and the Blades of Chaos from the last game. I really loved the combat in the last game so I loved it in this one too but they could've have given Kratos a handful of new moves at least with new animations. I guess their focus went into Atreus and the new weapon instead.

    And I think the last and biggest problem I had with the game was the dialect. It had no business being as modern as it was. The dialog really stuck out like a sore thumb. Like Odin saying "my ex". Anyways I don't know if it bothered others but it certainly did me.    … Expand
  97. iliketriangles
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    An almost untouchable combination of gameplay and storytelling. Whilst not being the most technically impressive/proficient game, I was nevertheless engaged from start to finish and well into the postgame content. A solid contender for game of the year this year
  98. OpalGboardkoray
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    This was an absolute blast. My father got it for me as a gift and i have been loving every single bit of effort put into this. What a masterpiece.
  99. amir16682
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    In all main titles of the franchise, Ragnarök except of combat has a worst pacing and story. But it's still of of the bests.
  100. TheRaisk
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    The perfect example of how to develop a sequel: giving the players more and better, expanding further the possibilities of the excellent game which was God of War (2018). The game starts immediately after the end of its prequel, so in terms of narrative and storytelling it requires to have beaten (at least) the main game, although its highly recommendable to have been through the sideThe perfect example of how to develop a sequel: giving the players more and better, expanding further the possibilities of the excellent game which was God of War (2018). The game starts immediately after the end of its prequel, so in terms of narrative and storytelling it requires to have beaten (at least) the main game, although its highly recommendable to have been through the side content as well.
    In terms of gameplay, the game feels more agile and intuitive than its prequel, especially in specific features as climbing. The combat mechanics are deeper, more polished and have more variety as well. Moreover, the number of environments and scenarios you can get immersed into is greater, and visiting the different Realms is an audiovisual marvel, as the technical quality of the game is beyond question, as well as its performance, which has been pretty solid during my whole gameplay (at least playing the PS5 Favour Performance graphic mode, which was my choice to enjoy the game). However, the fact that the game was originally developed for the PS4 is evidenced in some hidden in-game loading screens (in form of corridors, fissures and other spaces).
    Regarding the length of the game, it can take from 20 to 25 hours to beat in the normal (Give me balance) difficulty, which is a really satisfactory duration. Furthermore, God of War: Ragnarok contains some of the best side missions ever designed, many of them focusing on the story of the secondary characters.    … Expand
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#3 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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#4 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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94

Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 140 out of 141
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 141
  3. 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. Softpedia
    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.
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  3. GameSkinny
    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.
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