God of War: Ragnarok

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  1. 3ls0ul
    Dec 19, 2022
    10
    Es un excelente videojuego, mis felicitaciones al equipo detrás del desarrollo de esta grandiosa obra.
  2. Dukenukem1
    Dec 19, 2022
    10
    A true next gen game makes you proud to own a PlayStation. Very satisfying to go around decapitating all the enemies and the graphics are the best I’ve ever seen in a game along with the music it is extremely immersive.
  3. GeckoMaBoi
    Dec 19, 2022
    7
    Although its a pretty good game, I wont lie; I found this game kind of disappointing, and nowhere near as good as God of War 2018. Before I talk about my gripes with it, I will address the things I felt were good about the game.

    The characters and the arcs they go through are fantastic, and the development of their values and relationships is really well written. Without getting into    Although its a pretty good game, I wont lie; I found this game kind of disappointing, and nowhere near as good as God of War 2018. Before I talk about my gripes with it, I will address the things I felt were good about the game.

    The characters and the arcs they go through are fantastic, and the development of their values and relationships is really well written. Without getting into spoilers, the endings to Freya, Kratos and Atreus' characters were perfect and well deserved, especially Kratos who grows the most of any of the characters. The graphics are obviously amazing so I do not have to say much more about that. The new characters introduced are also pretty great, especially Thor and Odin. The side quests are surprisingly fun, and I actually enjoyed these more than the main story at times, they were like mini stories and full of history and emotion. The bosses are also pretty good, I dont remember a single one that was not fun to fight.

    Now for the not so good stuff. While I wrote how I felt the characters were well handled, I think the story is not nearly as good as 2018. It feels quite underwhelming, and often feels like it does not take itself very seriously. The pacing is just not good, its far too long and we spent way too much time in very boring levels. I genuinely had to force myself to keep playing at many points in the game, and couldnt understand why the developers decided to make some of these sections so long. These drawn out sections don't contribute to anything I felt. A lot of things that happen in the story feel quite rushed and not earned, especially with the Aesir gods, who's endings were quite unsatisfying. Odin and Thor are not nearly as good of characters as Baldur. Side characters come and go, and big events happen very quickly. I do not know why, but the world felt so much more alive and huge in 2018, and that game was beautifully paced and had an incredibly satisfying ending. The combat in this also is not good, the enemies are extremely spongey, and often will kill you with no way of you predicting their attacks. I often rolled my eyes whenever i saw the 100th wave of enemies. Kratos is also extremely underpowered here, he dies so easily to enemies we know he should obliterate, but for some reason he has to hit a normal guy like 10 times with the blades of chaos to kill him. The music is also not as well utilised as the first game, I barely remember hearing it in this game. Also 2018 had far more wow moments, moments I revisit to this day because they were so awesome, I dont remember a single one in this game other than the first fight with Thor.

    Overall, while this is a pretty good game and has lots of content which I may finish in the future; its a major let-down for me as the 2018 game was basically a masterpiece. I wish I could say this game was better than the first and exceeded my expectations but unfortunately it was difficult to get through at many points. Nevertheless, I think this is a fitting end to Kratos' story but I would not be opposed to seeing him in a future game.    … Expand
  4. Lowzone
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    If you liked the first one you'll like this one too. Nothing super innovative or different. Narrative 10/10, animation 10/10, realisation 10/10.
  5. MurphyBrandon
    Dec 18, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War: Ragnarok truly delivered an epic conclusion to an iconic story-line in gaming history. The personal relationships between the characters were fully brought to life by great writing, emotionally resonant acting, and world-class animation. I think the way that Kratos strove to be a better father and was finally able to change his behavior after many years can be a meaningful message to everyone.

    Everything else related to the game's technology, accessibility, and game mechanics also received notable improvements that were appreciated. My only frustration with this game was that the loading times were too long.    … Expand
  6. aczinoepc
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Probably my favourite game after it predecessor, or maybe this is my favourite. For me this is the best game I have ever played, the story has been a tough travel in a good way. The feelings that this has passed on me are undescriptable, I have been very excited playing this as with no other game in my life. The combat is so much better than 2018 game, it has many additions that helps itProbably my favourite game after it predecessor, or maybe this is my favourite. For me this is the best game I have ever played, the story has been a tough travel in a good way. The feelings that this has passed on me are undescriptable, I have been very excited playing this as with no other game in my life. The combat is so much better than 2018 game, it has many additions that helps it to be one of the best combat gameplay I have ever played. The characters are that well written feel that human and make you empathize with them so quickly.... And the music...... OMG the music. I have no words to describe this game. Or maybe two.

    A Masterpiece.    … Expand
  7. GRM173538352746
    Dec 16, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Characters are cheap and poor written (Heimdall, Atreus, Angrboda, freyr.............) This is a big minus when half of the game are cutcenes displaying the characters. Also the story gets boring as a consequence. Thor and Odin, maybe the most anticipated part about this game, are minimized to two hippies with no debt, and are combined not half as interesting as Baldur was. The nine realms feels like a little neighborhood where people can go wherever they please.

    Gameplay mechanics is good, but its generally the same as GoW 2018. Especially the runic attacks are 90 percent, or more, the same as those from the previous game. The puzzles are poor made, with little variation and a simple design which doesn't require any amount of thought, but rather a walkthrough of the whole area to get a glimpse of some hidden crack or mark. There are scenes which are extremely outdrawn, when you just have to sit and watch two **** ride a cowthing for an hour or so, with no actual gameplay, and a massive chunk of zero budget dialogue. While "playing" through this part, it's a wonder I didn't quit.

    The only good things about this game are a few good bossfights (though not on level with the prequel), SOME good artdesign, some good music.

    In addition, the sidequests and grind are boring, repetitive, and a massive waste of time.

    Note: Also I suppose this review will be removed by metacritic for no particular reason, exept corruption.    … Expand
  8. San_7
    Dec 18, 2022
    7
    Game looks and plays very good. The story is also very good. The things i did not like is that every world and every chapter feels the same. It looks different but feels like you play the same level over and over again. It also feels like an dlc of the 2018 game then a complet new game. The game has a good combat and a nice feeling of controlling the characters.
  9. RomulusReviews
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    My game of the year!

    Absolutely incredible way to end off the Norse mythology storyline to Kratos' legendary story. I'm not a gamer who worries or cared about earning platinum trophies but I loved this game so much that without even paying attention I ended up Platinuming God of War Ragnarok.
  10. BacoNater
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece of a game. Perfect sequel to 2018. Tearjerking moments. Emotional trauma. Ends the Norse saga with style.
  11. Seanbspiteri
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have gone around half way through and feel emotionally attached to all the characters. Odin being so nice yet so cruel makes him an amazing villain with a believable goal to avert fate and his death. Spoilers here, I had brok's death spoiled to me. And I still need to prepare. I still might cry.… Expand
  12. Tyler_Durden77
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece ! Amazing story, gameplay, music and character. One of the best game ever made.
  13. xeldice
    Dec 18, 2022
    7
    Disappointing sequel to GOW 2018. Leaving a fair rating here as I actually care about this series and i want Santa Monica to do better. Those that give this game 10/10 are either being paid to do so or are casual gamers that turn off brain when playing a video game. i',m not sure which is worse, but this is effectively destroying the industry. GOW Ragnarok's writing/ creative decisionDisappointing sequel to GOW 2018. Leaving a fair rating here as I actually care about this series and i want Santa Monica to do better. Those that give this game 10/10 are either being paid to do so or are casual gamers that turn off brain when playing a video game. i',m not sure which is worse, but this is effectively destroying the industry. GOW Ragnarok's writing/ creative decision though didn't falls off a cliff like GOT season 8, but it come quite close to that. If enough people just gives in into the hype or mainstream media's questionable ethic on mindless praising of AAA games, we will be are forced to endure more mediocre **** in the future.… Expand
  14. ravinleic
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Best experience you can have in videogames industry. The combat system is just amazing, they manage to improve it from previous GoW.
  15. Pbn04001
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Probably on of my favorite game series, and this installment was nothing less than engaging and thoroughly enjoyable to play. From the amazing gameplay with endless strategies you could use, to the truly well written storyline and lovable characters. I know the ending did leave me with the sense they could stop it there, but I truly hope that is not the case.… Expand
  16. cybermonkey
    Dec 17, 2022
    6
    Combat is ok but not great, exploration is mostly boring, too many mindless tasks (opening chests/ repetitive puzzles and the NPCs just tell you the solution within 30 seconds anyway), story is paced very badly. This game is at its best when you're fighting massive bosses. It should have leaned more into that than boring sandbox exploration. Some of the best boss fights are hampered by theCombat is ok but not great, exploration is mostly boring, too many mindless tasks (opening chests/ repetitive puzzles and the NPCs just tell you the solution within 30 seconds anyway), story is paced very badly. This game is at its best when you're fighting massive bosses. It should have leaned more into that than boring sandbox exploration. Some of the best boss fights are hampered by the camera's very narrow field of view.
    Feel like I've played this kind of game 100 times before. Nothing new or unique, but to be expected from a AAA exclusive, I suppose.    … Expand
  17. prayformojo33
    Dec 17, 2022
    1
    El combate es aburridísimo y lento a mas no poder, los dialogos en las cinematicas se creen muy profundos y reflexivos cuando en realidad la historia no avanza nunca.
  18. GuerraW
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    Great story, sublime narration, the perfect ending to GoW. Freya❤ Kratos.
    Mimir deserved a body....
  19. bakpak
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good story and characters, Amazing and impactful combat, good music with my only problem is the ironwood part being a bit too long and the companions constantly either pointing out the solution of a puzzle or pointing out obvious stuff during combat.… Expand
  20. doncsoo
    Dec 17, 2022
    9
    I was worried because they put the bar so high with the first game that they can't surpass it. But somehow they came close.

    Pros: - Character chemistry is so good - Combat is still a masterpiece, but expanded to support more playstyles, and new weapon - The graphics and the scenery is so much better, Vanaheim is marvel to your eyes - The story is killer, so much more drama and    I was worried because they put the bar so high with the first game that they can't surpass it. But somehow they came close.

    Pros:
    - Character chemistry is so good
    - Combat is still a masterpiece, but expanded to support more playstyles, and new weapon
    - The graphics and the scenery is so much better, Vanaheim is marvel to your eyes
    - The story is killer, so much more drama and excitement compared to the first one

    Cons:
    - I don't really like the new magic arrow puzzles
    - Sometimes the game is quite linear, which is a bit frustrating
    - You can play with Atreus in certain parts, but combat with him was not as satisfying as with Kratos

    Players of the first game and everyone else will still be very satisfied with Kratos's last adventure in the Norse universe, however I support the developers decision to end here. Topping such masterpieces are extremely hard.    … Expand
  21. AlienRobocop
    Dec 16, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You seriously won't want to put your controller down!
    When God is war first came out, the graphics and story line were brilliant, now with Ragnorak they have got even better,. You won't want to skip anything! The boss fights are amazing, the smaller battles just as intense in parts. Swap from insanely hard to easier play, if you get stuck! Even as a dedicated gamer, some battles 1st play so intense, it will take several attempts! With all types of weapons from ice swords to plasma beams to long greatswords. The game has everything you can think of!
    Best game of all time.
    If you enjoy a full action storyline game, every moment played, you won't be disappointed.
    Hopefully God of War 3 will be made.
    Endless possibilities Greek/Japanese    … Expand
  22. Dyonisos117
    Dec 16, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of war ragnarok... Hmm also wenn ich den Reboot der Serie so betrachte war ich anfangs enttäuscht sprich vieles neu und wenig vertraut. Die Axt war erst mein Problem, dann kamen die Klingen zurück ok. Doch irgendwie war ich dennoch etwas frustriert. Die alten Elemente taktisch immer wieder ausweichen den großen Raum der Kamera aus dem Weitwinkel nutzend die Gegenerhorden zu zerschmettern Viereck Viereck Dreieck oder so ähnlich dass hat immer gepasst.! … Expand
  23. ZXSth
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    God of War: Ragnarok is an utter masterpiece of a game. it is visually astonishing, constantly entertaining, and tells an absolutely beautiful story that defies every expectation that the original God of War would have loomed large over its sequel.

    The only negatives I can offer about Ragnarok amount to two issues: The first is the game's occasional issues with pathing, where I was    God of War: Ragnarok is an utter masterpiece of a game. it is visually astonishing, constantly entertaining, and tells an absolutely beautiful story that defies every expectation that the original God of War would have loomed large over its sequel.

    The only negatives I can offer about Ragnarok amount to two issues: The first is the game's occasional issues with pathing, where I was misled about where to go for a quest or two. This is a minor nitpick, and not something you should concern yourself with - in every other technical and performative aspect, this game is sublime, and performs with almost zero hiccups of any kind.

    The second issue I have is that Ragnarok is a one-time sort of affair. The game is a highly evocative meditation on grief, identity, forgiveness, revenge and family - the performances from the game's cast of characters are all phenomenal, and the story is undeniably poetic and beautiful. But once this game's story is told, and the post-game is complete, it has given all that I believe it has to offer. The combat is fantastic, and the gameplay is all generally excellent. But the story is so central to the gameplay that playing through the game more than once feels pointless. In short: The approximately 40 hours you spend with this game will be incredible. But the replay value is not really there, in my opinion, and I think that this is the sacrifice Ragnarok chooses to make in order to tell such a moving story. I think this is an issue plaguing modern games like this, and similar 'story games' - Ghost of Tsushima and the Uncharted series seem like prime examples to me - do not offer enough variety in gameplay paths to make any more than one playthrough seem worthwhile to me. I hope that this approach to video games is not something we see become the norm, because I personally love games I can replay in different ways multiple times (i.e. Elden Ring and other build-based games).

    Despite my aforementioned fears, I cannot possibly avoid giving Ragnarok anything but a perfect score. The story it tells is so powerful that I believe it can alter the way we choose to live our lives. What it lacks in replayability, it makes up for with the single marvelous punch it delivers. It is not the most fun game I have ever played, nor is it the best. But what it does, it does wonderfully, and it does so many of those things so excellently that anything but a "10" would be biased and begrudging. I hope that such beautiful stories, like the one Ragnarok tells, continue to populate the world of gaming as much as other, non-narrative-focused games - if Ragnarok is any indication of what may come, I look forward to what we can expect from game developers in the future.    … Expand
  24. Epiiii
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    This was even better than I thought. #1 game of all time for me. Can't even describe how good it is.
  25. Roxaskun
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    Maravilhoso, merecia ganhar o goty,tem mais história do que o atual vencedor
  26. VTHokies1999
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    The game is incredible, not really much more to say than that. If you enjoyed GOW 2018 you're going to love this one even more. The real GOTY.
  27. Neb76
    Dec 13, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At the end of game....Kratos stating, "The Gods of Santa Monica have abandoned me...now there is no hope" (then in the narrating voice of Linda Hunt...) "And Kratos cast himself from the highest mountain in all of Scandinavia. After 12 years of suffering, 12 years of endless nightmares, it would finally come to an end. Death, would be his escape from madness. But it had not always been this way....Kratos had once been THE GOD OF WAR." (finally, the original fans of GoW screaming,) "FOUL BEASTS, WE WILL SEND YOU BACK TO THE DEPTHS OF Hel!!!" If you want the truth of Metacritic....look up it's review on TrustPilot.com… Expand
  28. Bobby999
    Dec 16, 2022
    5
    Sorry, but it's a miss. Just more of the same, good story but not a great game. Should have been a Disney film. Very long periods where you don't do anything, simply watch. GOD needs to go back to the drawing board.
  29. hector_bcn98
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
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    El final de una aventura generacional que pasa a la historia de los videojuegos.
    El camino de Kratos y Atreus es también el nuestro. Todos los personajes, desde los protagonistas a los secundarios están escritos a la perfección y con los mejores diálogos (y doblaje) que se han visto en un videojuego. Uno de los videojuegos con un tratamiento más adulto de todos los tiempos, en la    +
    El final de una aventura generacional que pasa a la historia de los videojuegos.
    El camino de Kratos y Atreus es también el nuestro. Todos los personajes, desde los protagonistas a los secundarios están escritos a la perfección y con los mejores diálogos (y doblaje) que se han visto en un videojuego.
    Uno de los videojuegos con un tratamiento más adulto de todos los tiempos, en la línea de TLOU2.
    Las sorpresas que ofrece a lo largo del juego, ofreciéndonos una visión que no esperábamos y seguramente la mejor para la saga.
    Gráficamente, pese a ser intergeneracional, es ya el juego más avanzado tecnológicamente de la nueva generación. Simplemente apabullante.
    Todos y cada uno de los nueve reinos a explorar, con decenas de secundarias y tareas a realizar.
    Combate ultrasatisfactorio, con muchas posibilidades de superar al enemigo.
    Los jefes finales, mucho más abundantes y variados, a la altura de God of War 3.
    Secundarias de calidad, que alargan el juego de forma interesante y que aporta a la historia.
    Sobre las 50 horas cuesta completarlo al 100%, una excelente duración para el género.
    Dificultad con algun que otro pico desafiante. Sacar el platino cuesta sudor y sangre gracias a los Berserkers.
    Todo lo que hacía God of War 2018, este lo hace más y mejor.

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    Que Santa Mónica haya llegado a su clímax creativo. ¿Y ahora, qué?    … Expand
  30. LastHope17
    Dec 16, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can tell the talent of the game left midway through. After the first fights with Freya and Thor the game never hits the same tempo or intensity. The end fights are very mediocre and rushed not something I expected from such a great and usually polished franchise. They also hint at fighting Ragnorok himself, but they throw that out the window real fast. Fenrir barely makes an impact for what his role should be.

    All and all very disappointed with the scale of the big boss fights and the rushed ending. Just Baldurs first fight in GOW 1 created a ravine! That's how crazy the fight was. You'd think a fight against an even stronger opponent like Thor would cause something like that, but no. It starts off strong and when you fight him again it's pathetic in comparison.    … Expand
  31. Sananman
    Dec 16, 2022
    2
    This is not a game. Its one very long cut scene. There are zero dopamine hits to be had playing (sitting through) it.

    Honestly, if this is next gen gaming I'd rather go for a walk. Shame on the developers for putting so much effort into the aesthetics and none into playability.
  32. KingJheane
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    I laughed, I cried, I raged, and I cried again. Truly my game of the generation. An undeniable feat of brilliant storytelling and excellent character work.
  33. 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
  34. Jpcotom
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    Amazing way to continue with the saga. Amazing story and gameplay. Looking forward to know what is next.
  35. greenlantern909
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    Great Storytelling. The game doesn’t change much from the 2018 version gameplay wise. Not worth $70 would wait for a sale.
  36. braquiaty1
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    this game is the game I've been waiting for. it includes everything! perfect story, graphics, soundtrack, even emotions, and much more!!!. thank you Santa Monica Studio for this divine masterpiece!!!! #GOTY
  37. Arrambide7
    Dec 15, 2022
    0
    this is a dlc, no upgrades in graphics or gameplay, a movie of 30 min and a gameplay of 10 minutes only, boring like hell
  38. NinjaShadow
    Dec 15, 2022
    6
    Amazing gameplay but the story was massively rushed and a let down! GoW 2018 was much better
  39. Felifeli
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un gran e espectacular juego sin duda alguna uno de los mejores god of war de todos para mi en el top 2 , historia 10/10 , personajes 10/10 , desarrollo de kratos 10/10 , jugabilidad 9/10 , nuevos enemigos 8/10 , creo que ahí estaría mi critica .… Expand
  40. technikuk
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Zajebista gra, fabuła miód, misje pobocze wciagajace i tworzą spójną całość z główną fabuła. System walki super odrazu wiesz co robisz. Jeden minus w pewnym momencie gra zawala cie tak qestami pobocznymi ze nie wiesz co masz robic i to na jednej mapie. Widac ze twórcy sie spieszyli i pod koniec wypychali co sie dalo. Szkoda ze nie podzielili gry na 3 czesci… Expand
  41. Whiteout
    Dec 15, 2022
    0
    Ok so Awards are over, so I can finally post here without the "hey, review bombing!"

    The Good - Draupnir - Sindri - Thor design - Overall variety in enemies and bosses (compared to the first game) The Bad (everything else) - Kratos is a wuss and you only see a glimpse of the God of War that he is after fighting Heimdall. Other than that, it's God of Mumbling (*hmpf* in one of    Ok so Awards are over, so I can finally post here without the "hey, review bombing!"

    The Good
    - Draupnir
    - Sindri
    - Thor design
    - Overall variety in enemies and bosses (compared to the first game)

    The Bad (everything else)
    - Kratos is a wuss and you only see a glimpse of the God of War that he is after fighting Heimdall. Other than that, it's God of Mumbling (*hmpf* in one of his best lines)
    - Disney-ish influence all over the place; childish dialogues full of gags, probably written by a 10 years old "you've been bifrosted bro!". Inside Out squirrels. inclusive Giants and other characters because hey, there cannot be a White Wakandian, but for the Sake of Gods Norse Mythology was full un Black characters.
    - Odin says "f*ck" and things like that like there's no tomorrow. Very appropriate in a GoW game.
    - Crappy enemies that go ice skating while they're far but attacking because they HAVE to hit you, or force you to block/parry.
    - Enemies that won't stagger unless they decide you can make them stagger, like...
    - ...Berserkers; they have to finish their attack patterns before you can do anything. And they're soooo boooooring.
    - Oh another Valkyrie...maybe two...no wait there's more! *sigh*
    - Some huge areas (Svartalfheim, Vanheim) and others that are just a corridor (Helheim) or wasted (Jotunheim). They're just an asset for GoW 3?
    - Crappy story, Ragnarok is something that happens in the background while you make your way though corridors killing anonymous enemies.
    - No sense of wonder whatsoever. Asgard is just a bunch of huts with a tavern nearby, and the realms in general lack structures that make you feel like you're exploring something mythological.
    - No sense of wonder fighting bosses, except maybe for Nidhogg. I want to fight things like Posedon, the colossus from GoW or the hydra from the first game, something that makes me say "oh shiii how am I supposed to take it down? but I'm the God of War!" not a bear.
    - Thor is wasted, and you can't use Mjolinr.

    The God of War is no more.    … Expand
  42. joaopoc1998
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
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  43. adamtheclark
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    Very good game with some issues.

    GAMEPLAY: 9/10 They really approached this with a balance of "if it isn't broke, don't fix it" AND a "there's always room for improvement" mentality. the core mechanics are all there but they tweaked just enough to keep things fresh and interesting. ATMOSPHERE: 7/10 I honestly expected a little more here. Some of the realms felt oddly barren in the    Very good game with some issues.

    GAMEPLAY: 9/10
    They really approached this with a balance of "if it isn't broke, don't fix it" AND a "there's always room for improvement" mentality. the core mechanics are all there but they tweaked just enough to keep things fresh and interesting.

    ATMOSPHERE: 7/10
    I honestly expected a little more here. Some of the realms felt oddly barren in the name of an "open world" feeling that didn't really need to exist. It felt like they elected quantity over quality here. Not to say that this game's atmosphere is ugly, some areas are gorgeous. It just feels like some places didn't get a lot of love.

    CHARACTERS: 10/10
    The reboots really shine here. They manage to respect what returning characters used to be and also what they grow into. There were returning characters that I did not expect to see whatsoever and realized how much they actually contributed to the story.

    PLOT: 7/10
    With some serious pacing problems, plot was a mixed bag compared to GoW 2018. Some sections are a total slog and I couldn't believe how long they were taking while others (particularly Q4) were absolutely captivating. 2018 had fun reintroducing Kratos while Ragnarok had more trouble carrying out his story.    … Expand
  44. Bashmarda
    Dec 15, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to love this game. The 2018 GOW was one of my favorite games and Ragnarok more or less building on the same gameplay experience worked really well for me
    But, the original game had a very simple story that played out beautifully, whereas the sequel fell totally flat. I didn't just not enjoy the story, I hated it. It was nonsensical, contrived, and the ending was deeply unsatisfying. An event - Ragnarok - which is more or less Armageddon, winds up being a very short, very uneventful, boring part of the game. There was more involvement gathering fruit in one of Atreus's pointless side quests.
    The whole "be better" thematic overall I just found aggravating. I am more likely to do another playthrough of the original game than Ragnarok again.    … Expand
  45. MestreDoTerror
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uma das MELHORES histórias que ja joguei na vida. É impressionante a riqueza de detalhes que o jogo te mostra pra tudo.… Expand
  46. Fonta99
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
    One of the best game out there. Production value is absurd, it's better than a film, gameplay is incredible, the combat system is amazing and a lot better than God of War 2018. Acting and performances are on another level. It runs and looks amazing on PS5. Only nitpick is the end, from the beginning of Ragnarok and the end of the game every thing is to fast, seems almost rushed. I wishedOne of the best game out there. Production value is absurd, it's better than a film, gameplay is incredible, the combat system is amazing and a lot better than God of War 2018. Acting and performances are on another level. It runs and looks amazing on PS5. Only nitpick is the end, from the beginning of Ragnarok and the end of the game every thing is to fast, seems almost rushed. I wished that the end was longer and with more explanations and thought.… Expand
  47. Grahn84
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Great game! Great sequel for God of war(2018), great story and alot side storys to complete. The ending left me a little unsatisfied had hoped for a better ending but overall great story!
  48. Gameslover5
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really don't understand why this game is getting so much hate, it's an evolution of everything the first game was, by all accounts the game has gameplay that starts out simple, but then it evolves in a way that opens up several possibilities for the player, being able to combine different shields, relics, enchantments, and runic attacks, while switching between 3 main weapons, which provides a great variety of combat, the enemies are very unique and each type provides a different challenge, the areas of the game are diverse, and it is pleasant and rewarding to explore the secondary maps, despite all this the game has some negative points in relation to the story, it does not meet the expectations of many fans, and it is not as long as it should be for the closure of the Nordic saga, the final part, despite being epic, missed many opportunities, and I missed more antagonists in the narrative, but that does not completely spoil the game, as it is still a game far above average, the final product is a work of art, but it's not what many people expected.… Expand
  49. Evenstar1985
    Dec 14, 2022
    10
    Another great game from Santa-Monica Studio, new fighting mechanics and weapons was a great addition to this already rich game, time to grind for the platinum. :)

    Both this and Elden Ring deserved getting game of the year.
  50. Marko15
    Dec 14, 2022
    0
    Its to much of a slug of a game with the same of everything.really could have been better such a disappointment of a game.
  51. Jrosa56
    Dec 14, 2022
    0
    Hack and slash! That’s all it is! It honestly seems like a DLC! Very repetitive gameplay
  52. Deathkeeper
    Dec 14, 2022
    0
    I am a big, no, huge God of War fan. I have pre-ordered all God of War games(except the first), and have always been blown away. Even God of War Ascension which many felt was bad, I thoroughly enjoyed. All of the past games have been masterpieces in my eyes. But now coming to Ragnarok - Oh boy, this game fails terribly in delivering on expectations or living up to the hype. Ever since theI am a big, no, huge God of War fan. I have pre-ordered all God of War games(except the first), and have always been blown away. Even God of War Ascension which many felt was bad, I thoroughly enjoyed. All of the past games have been masterpieces in my eyes. But now coming to Ragnarok - Oh boy, this game fails terribly in delivering on expectations or living up to the hype. Ever since the time I started the game, I felt something was off but then the **encounter** happened (aka first major cutscene to avoid giving any spoilers) and I thought the game was back on track. Little did I know that that cutscene was it. The absolute high point of the game - everything went downhill from there. The repetitive combat is no fun, enemies keep popping out every few seconds for no obvious reason whatsoever, then the oh so unnecessary puzzles to just increase play time. At no point did I ever enjoy the game but because of forever being a GoW fanboy - I sat and played through this excruciating game hoping it would improve and dazzle me - any moment now - just like it's predecessors did. That never came to pass and I ended up more frustrated then when I had started. Seriously Sony, Santa Monica - did a kid write this story, also, why are Odin and Thor using everyday slangs we use in today's time when conversing - what happened to trying to stay sort of true to the source material . Seriously are you guys just mocking your fans at this point.
    Anyway, please go into this game with extremely low expectations if you want to have a good time. For long time Kratos fanboys- please try and stay from this mockery of a once great franchise- you'll thank me.    … Expand
  53. Shubham_Rajpal
    Dec 14, 2022
    10
    It’s a 10 in a aspects, story acting bgm everything just sheer goosebumps. Compared to 2018 a definite improvement in graphics and combat is amazzzing it’s just so satisfying. GOTY for me! 100%
  54. mukizune
    Dec 14, 2022
    0
    I didn't like the game, let's go, this year is elden ring, i used to be a sony fanboy, but today i recognize real good games
  55. Mahmoudragheb
    Dec 14, 2022
    10
    Absolutely stunning elite adventure by all means.
    I love it essential along with 2018 god of war
  56. Vigo
    Dec 14, 2022
    8
    First off, Do not listen to the perfect review scores. This game is not perfect at all. That is a fact not opinion. It was good but way way too similar to the first one so it did not have the same impact in my opinion. I loved the first one it was my favorite game of the last generation but this one treads a little too familiar. Which usually doesn't bother me but in this case it reallyFirst off, Do not listen to the perfect review scores. This game is not perfect at all. That is a fact not opinion. It was good but way way too similar to the first one so it did not have the same impact in my opinion. I loved the first one it was my favorite game of the last generation but this one treads a little too familiar. Which usually doesn't bother me but in this case it really just felt like long dlc. You can tell it's last gen game, which is ok i suppose. Graphics are great still. The gameplay didn't have same effect though as the fighting is exactly the same right down to the runic attacks. Only thing I noticed is that it seems harder. I played on hard and god of war for last game and hard was frustratingly hard this time around. SO yeah, it's basically more of the same. same scenery, same enemies, same combat BUT with a TAD more sprinkled in here. Story was also not as strong nor did I enjoy playing as loki. So overall i'd give it an 8. Good game but just way too familiar not in a good way.… Expand
  57. Santanilla
    Dec 14, 2022
    10
    Thank you for creating this quality of campaign games, great in every sense.
  58. pmrooter
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Close to perfection, but there are still some minor flaws.
    A dynamic and interesting main plot alternates with rather boring and repetitive secondary tasks:
    Kill crows, open chests, clear camps, collect flowers, notes, books. There are some interesting side quests, but in general, you just run around a big new area every time, solve banal puzzles, fight with a bunch of not very    Close to perfection, but there are still some minor flaws.
    A dynamic and interesting main plot alternates with rather boring and repetitive secondary tasks:
    Kill crows, open chests, clear camps, collect flowers, notes, books.
    There are some interesting side quests, but in general, you just run around a big new area every time, solve banal puzzles, fight with a bunch of not very interesting opponents, pick up loot. And you do so 6-8 times per game for 4-8 hours each.    … Expand
  59. Reidyroo
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Another incredible addition to the GoW franchise. The story had me gripped from beginning to end and loved the characters. Compared to its predecessor I didnt find the battles all too challenging and the skill set seems to have simplified somewhat. A couple of minor bugs here and there but I am sure they will be filtered out in time. Overall, another masterpiece.
  60. kaltunakar2
    Dec 13, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible BAD ENDING and bad final hours...i was expecting big fights epic scenes but i just found that..kratos told atreus open his heart to other people...at ragnarok...at the walls of asgard...are you kidding ? I remember kratos cut off hermes legs just to take his shoes...cut off with helios head to light his way..and that is why we loved him...i hated this merciful kratos...yhis SOFT GOD OF WAR...come on guys...kratos had deserves better...only 3 4 people tkae down asgard in 10 minutes...are you kiddimg ??why cory barlog leave directtor :(((he directed god of war 2 and gow(2018)amd this 2 games had maybe best ening in the game history...i was so disappoimted...dont buy this game...… Expand
  61. Quinto_player
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    One of the most inspiring histories I've ever played. To see Kratos leading Atreus to become a better God than him it's sweet!
  62. Scergioh
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Uma continuação digna e um desfecho épico para a saga nórdica de kratos! Um excelente jogo!!!
  63. IYHiraethYI
    Dec 13, 2022
    2
    Story 10
    Graphics 10
    But damn the fight system is just **** Almost trying to be a demon souls game which is clearly not.
    The blocking System is just awful and very uncreative. This for me completely destroys the whole game. Even if everything else is insanely good.
  64. Darkula666
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Wow. Just one of the most perfect sequels, honestly fantastic game. Wow !!!!!
  65. royalguy07
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    A violent but very contemplative God of War game that takes its combat and scale to grand new heights. There were maybe some aspects that dragged a little for me but the overall force of writing and performances were too much in totality to not be fully impressed by. Full of new character ideas, growth, and surprises. The combat system is likely the best its ever been in a GOW game, theA violent but very contemplative God of War game that takes its combat and scale to grand new heights. There were maybe some aspects that dragged a little for me but the overall force of writing and performances were too much in totality to not be fully impressed by. Full of new character ideas, growth, and surprises. The combat system is likely the best its ever been in a GOW game, the new weapon was an awesome addition. Everything feels fully realized here and I am glad for it. I really hope we get to see more of these characters down the road.… Expand
  66. blackking642
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    This game is spectacular. Sony Santa Monica Studio used the same elements from God of War 2018 and made it better in God of War Ragnarok, which is a huge improvement. The combat and the enemies are elevated and there are different gruesome kills on each enemies. The game is like a mix of God of war 2018 and God of War 3 when it comes to it’s combat, enemy variety and boss fights. The gameThis game is spectacular. Sony Santa Monica Studio used the same elements from God of War 2018 and made it better in God of War Ragnarok, which is a huge improvement. The combat and the enemies are elevated and there are different gruesome kills on each enemies. The game is like a mix of God of war 2018 and God of War 3 when it comes to it’s combat, enemy variety and boss fights. The game has phenomenal graphics and sceneries that will always distract you while playing. God Of War Ragnarok is bigger and better than it’s predecessor.… Expand
  67. scorp332211
    Dec 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At first, I wasn’t too sure about this game. It seemed so much like the first game. But as I went on it got much better. There’s a good mix of adventure, story, and action. There’s definitely more talking in this game- but that makes the story even better. The game does seem bigger overall than the 2018 game. It was good playing both as Kratos and Atreas, and the other side characters were also great. I didn’t find it particularly hard- but did die a few times. I found the Heimdall boss fight more difficult than the final fight with Oden. Overall the ending was fulfilling and will lead to wherever/whenever GOW goes next. I’d definitely play it again and would give it a 9/10.… Expand
  68. Brydene123
    Dec 13, 2022
    0
    So... I don't have as much time as I'd like for video games, and I certainly don't take the opportunity to review them very often. However, I feel this game has more than earned the recognition it has received, and I feel I would be doing my time with it an injustice by not elaborating on just how good this game is. The combat, environments, visuals, side quests, everything about this gameSo... I don't have as much time as I'd like for video games, and I certainly don't take the opportunity to review them very often. However, I feel this game has more than earned the recognition it has received, and I feel I would be doing my time with it an injustice by not elaborating on just how good this game is. The combat, environments, visuals, side quests, everything about this game is incredibly; especially the story. I really don't want to say too much about the story, because it is absolutely incredible. My partner, who on our second date told me she wasn't a huge fan of video games has sunk twenty-four hours into this game after I begged her to give it a try. Go out and buy this game -- I promise you will not regret it.… Expand
  69. HellsbellsXCII
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Boring boring boring…. Same repetitive Gameplay over and over doing the same thing, throwing axe at something then fight 10 enemies, repeat. Graphics and stiff gameplay still the same as 2018. Cringe dialogue like they all are marvel characters not mythical gods they talk like modern people it’s so bad. And story and writing is awful. No surprise everything nowadays is like this. NoBoring boring boring…. Same repetitive Gameplay over and over doing the same thing, throwing axe at something then fight 10 enemies, repeat. Graphics and stiff gameplay still the same as 2018. Cringe dialogue like they all are marvel characters not mythical gods they talk like modern people it’s so bad. And story and writing is awful. No surprise everything nowadays is like this. No talented writers anymore only agenda. This game is a major disappointment. 2018 god of war was way better story wise and it had soul which this doesn’t.… Expand
  70. Surlyclaw
    Dec 12, 2022
    3
    Overall, a disappointment. The current director is nowhere near as talented as the last one. Playinh as Atreus on GMGW mode is pathetic. I had fun for awhile, but this game does not have any replayability value. Its just an average game really.
  71. antonBant
    Dec 12, 2022
    0
    More of this same. Boring drivel on rails, unskippable long cutscenes, fake drama. Atreus do not look like son of Kratos. His wife cheated on him obviously.
  72. Nanelle
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    I just finished taking out all of the super bosses. I've done nearly everything in this game and can thus say how excellent this game is. The story has staying power, deep themes of redemption and healing, some of the best acted scenes I've ever seen in a videogame, and ridiculously well done characters. Every character has their time to shine and meaningful growth. Many of the scenesI just finished taking out all of the super bosses. I've done nearly everything in this game and can thus say how excellent this game is. The story has staying power, deep themes of redemption and healing, some of the best acted scenes I've ever seen in a videogame, and ridiculously well done characters. Every character has their time to shine and meaningful growth. Many of the scenes depict action worthy of a quality MCU film. The emotions of this story have stayed with me for weeks following the release and once New Game Plus is released, I can easily see myself playing through this game another four times.
    If you want complex gameplay, Ragnarok has it. If you want vast worlds to explore, this game knocks it out of the park with numerous worlds to explore. If you want a game with memorable boss fights, I lost track of how many main bosses and side bosses there were. There is variety, there is wonder, and there is so very much that Ragnarok offers you. After this masterpiece, I am more than willing to wait another five years before the next God of War if it's anywhere near this good.    … Expand
  73. no44
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    what needs to be said, the game has amazing gameplay, great story, interesting and amazing characters, and some of the best music and graphics the ps5 has to offer, it is, without a doubt in my opinion, the best game of 2022 and the best ps5 exclusive so far.
  74. j1uw
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The real GOTY is ragnarok!!!!
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  75. Tommycbs
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    Another banger. I’m lost for words how these games are as good as they are. Generally I’m not that into Norse mythology but god of war makes me a fan and keen to learn more. Everything from the story to the gameplay to the graphics are a 10. Absolute joy to play and can’t wait for more
  76. pz15
    Dec 12, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So where to begin. I really anticipated this game. Watched the release time go down like every evening after work. Than it finally came out. I started it and than.. Nothing. I just felt nothing. As the game starts you get pushed into a story a few years ahead after the end of part one. Now Fimbulwinter is reigning over the land. Simply form the very first scene, where Kartons sits at the bonfire In this cave the game didn't Catch me at all. The scene is way to long, and because there is no talking or any other significant action you don't know how to deal with it. Then both go to their sled and then finally you start taking real action in the game for the very first time. But still. No feelings.. You drive, they talk, the things spoken are not very interesting so far... Then out of nowhere Freya starts attacking you. Now there is the first time where we engage in that what the God of War franchise is known for the best. Fighting. But the fight just feels not right. I mean she has power over the land and stuff because of her magic powers and she easily could crush them in between all the rocks and stuff but she didn't. It just feels like the developers wanted to kickstart the game with this fight but they got it completely wrong. I mean why is she fighting them like this. I mean it should feel like hell brake loose. It is simply missing something. And this feeling carries on and on and on through out the whole game. I can understand that the game story wise needed to skip some years and that there are things like the dog dying and stuff that are new that need time to be explained. But the game, as good as it looks and as big and wound the story is meant to be, it lacks the one thing every game must have in order to make you feel like playing it all day long. It does not draw you into the world into the realm of the game. It does not give you the feeling of being a part of this world. I did not finish the game. This I need to say. Because every time I start it, after 10 minutes I want to close it. There is something in myself that tells me: "You are wasting your time." The only thing that kept me playing as far as I have played it (like 7-8 hours) is the combat and the possibility to discover and loot the world. I don't care for the story. There are so many things that disappoint me that make me really really sad, because the potential of a story and world like this is insane. Another big point where the developers, in my opinion, failed, is the music. The atmosphere. The level design it self is mind blowing immersive if you know how long it takes to build something impressive like this. The lighting is extremely good to. But there is no fitting music and therefor, completely missing atmosphere. This whole potential gets overlooked. You just go through the game like: "Yeah what ever." I remember God of War 2, the steeds of time level where you can just stand at the front end of the horses - the part where you have to free them - and the music is so subliminal but epic that it awakens a feeling in you like, you can really relate to the giantess and epic scale of the whole game. Within this few notes you can here the whole story of the game. But this feeling is missing completely. Any feeling is missing. They try to force you to feel, with overpriced emotional moments but again you don't get the chance to relate to the scenes. Next big negativ point are the conversations, mostly hollow and to modern, when it comes to the chosen words. Especially when Atreus speaks. In parts of the story logic is completely missing. Example: Atreus and Sindri secretly go to the lake of the nine - a well known area form the first game. There they try to awaken the world serpent. Sindri asks Atreus if he has tried calling the serpent. Then Atreus said that the horn was of no use. Than Sindri says: "Im not talking about the horn." And he immediatly starts calling the serpent in the ancient language it understands. LIKE WTF. He was there, year after year knowing that he can just call her and never did it. That makes absolutely no sense to me. Even the appearance of Thor and Odin is lame as hell. Such massive Characters - Lore wise - and then Thor appears just like that, simply walks in their house and says: "Nice place." In those moments I instantly want to close the game and delete it. Even Odin he just appears like that. I mean he is the Highest God of this realm and comes into his house, just like that to make a deal. And the whole situation with all the conversations just feels like the developers just wanted to get over with the introduction. Heartless. I would have wished for some more epic scale for their appearance. Something that does justice to the greatest gods in the realm. In my opinion, after so many great anticipated titles in last years that turn out to be hollow and superficial. Maybe its time to go back to the basics of gaming where the game it self did not needed to be a movie but something we love to play.… Expand
  77. LukeDias42
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most well written stories in games. Kratos after years of rage and fighting, had finally been able to settle down, with a wife who guided him through his pain and regrets. Now, Kratos has to go to war again, and worst of all, see his son go through it. He fears that Atreus will go down the same path as his, and it is amazing to see their journey.
    The gameplay is a really great improvement, it feels more responsive and faster, parrying is really fun, and all the weapons complement each other amazingly well (sometimes in game development, less is more, so 1 new perfect weapon is way better than a dozen mediore ones). Admitedly, the fights thoughout the story are not that challenging, even less so if you are exploring as much as possible. You can get to Odin with so much great gear that he becomes really easy on the normal difficulty (which I believe to be fair, if you are playing on normal and prepare more than avarage, then you should have an easier time). However, there are many fun challenges in the game, the valkyries are gone, but there are Berserkers that have really cool fights.
    I think this is really one of the best experiences on games right now.    … Expand
  78. ilyapsmk
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Хорошее продолжение , не хватило лишь контента находиться в этом мире хотелось ещё и ещё , надеюсь хотя бы дополнения будут .… Expand
  79. Failos
    Dec 12, 2022
    0
    This game sucks. Bad clone of Elden Ring. It's so bad. Kratos might as well be eating soy milk
  80. Kaijyuu
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    Best game of current gen consoles, too bad some gamers in bad faith are review bombing this game, it does not deserve it. Kratos and Atreus journey is one you won't forget, really recommend this game.
  81. rgamergf
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    I punctuate with a 10, although it is a game with some negative things. However, seeing the scores with a "0" just to see the world burn, makes my 9 become a 10.
  82. jotape01
    Dec 12, 2022
    8
    GoW Ragnarok might be the best Playstation game that has been developed since The Last of Us (just above GoT). The mechanics, the combat, the story, the details, and the ending could be likely the end of the GOW saga. They do improve over GoW 2018; however, they introduced new parts of the games that were added poorly.

    Some of the bad aspects of the game are: - There is some problem    GoW Ragnarok might be the best Playstation game that has been developed since The Last of Us (just above GoT). The mechanics, the combat, the story, the details, and the ending could be likely the end of the GOW saga. They do improve over GoW 2018; however, they introduced new parts of the games that were added poorly.

    Some of the bad aspects of the game are:
    - There is some problem with pacing in the first half of the game. After the amazing intro and battle, we will have to explore new areas where basically most of the battles are very dull and there are too many puzzles that might feel you bored of it.
    - Extended artificial walking and climbing scene to tell you a story. This is personal, but just "playing" an automatic pilot part where you have to climb or walk while they tell you the story was a bad decision. I would have loved to do it as a cut scene.
    - The overpriced $10 for a PS4 game. We are still playing an old-generation game. There was no point to stop giving them an improved version like GOW 2018 had back then. The graphics are pretty much similar between versions and the use of the vibration and haptic feedback is at most unnoticeable. The damn gaps where you have to go through as loading screen.
    - Bugs at launch: Several parts where the music got bugged (no music suddenly) or the effects did not play properly. There were a couple of bugs that made me redo the sections. Frame drops on large areas. Many of them affected my experience.

    Those are the reasons why this game is not getting a 9 or even a 10. The best game Playstation Studios has released in a while. I am Happy I could play it.    … Expand
  83. Nachin
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    Awesome game! I highly recommend. Great new gameplay mechanics and nice story overall!
  84. DedKostet
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This is a fantastic game!!! A wonderful continuation of an interesting story .
  85. mpodaniev
    Dec 12, 2022
    5
    Unfortunately Doesn't have the Ukrainian language but has the language of the russian terrorist state
  86. Andrerj
    Dec 12, 2022
    6
    Nada demais, acrescentou mais Boss, gameplay e gráficos bons, mas o combate contra Thor e odin poderia ser melhor
  87. SoFarSoGood--
    Dec 12, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Massive disappointment and a watered down follow up to the 2018 classic. Back in 2018 Kratos was still powerful and you always had the feeling his angry powerful self was still there, he is just trying his best to hide it. Fast forward to Ragnarok and Kratos is completely neutered...needs help finishing fights against powerful foes and doesn't even want to fight to begin with. Midway through he also wants to give up and go home. He needs other characters to make decisions for him in fear of upsetting them if he made them himself.

    I honestly don't even know why Kratos is part of this game in the first place...the entire game you run around with Atreus and Freya's objectives in mind. They could easily have left Kratos out of the game and the story would not have changed. Expect tons of talking about feelings...even mid war as you storm down on Asgard, the supposed highlight of the game, Kratos finds time to preach to Atreus he needs to be himself and care about others. To tell him to be better for the 20th time...I mean seriously.

    What happened to the serious, god conquering hero we grew to love up until now? Furthermore, cool lines like "don't be sorry, be better" in the 2018 classic is repeated so much and watered down I ended up hating the line and not ever wanting to hear it again. In the last mission alone the phrase "be better" must've been repeated 25 times. This game is your typical new age no accountability, political corrected, everyone has their reasons so nobody is really bad nonsense. To top it all off, Atreus does more damage to enemies swinging his bow than Kratos does with a magical axe, magical spear and the blades of chaos...WTF!!

    Kratos has been reduced to a grunt to do the heavy lifting and do others dirty work but this game was just about Freya's redemption and Atreus' story. Kratos has 0 story in this game except for trying to be a sensitive father. The best part of the game was when Atreus left at the end so I can only play as Kratos. The production value is great, soundtrack boring and twists predictable. Graphics are really good and the world's are fantastic.

    However, they tried making God of War an emotional relatable game and characters...something it never was. When Brok died I couldn't care less because we never had an emotional connection with him. It is incomparable to a moment such as Vesemir dying in Witcher 3...a character you actually cared about. The dwarves are also way too involved and I can't help but think this game was fan service to be cool with its over the top humor, most which is not funny, playing as Atreus and Kratos caring waaaaay too much. It is worth a play, but don't expect to be wowed by the over the top action and epic don't care attitude of a powerful god of war Kratos like the first games.    … Expand
  88. OnlyOneHere
    Dec 11, 2022
    0
    This game is complete garbage. It's about the same as the last. This game was in development for over 4 years with no games released during that timeframe. There is no excuse for copy and pasted animations. It's almost as if this game was planned DLC, but the developers turned it into a full game for more money. Why does this cost more than the PS4 version? This game still uses too manyThis game is complete garbage. It's about the same as the last. This game was in development for over 4 years with no games released during that timeframe. There is no excuse for copy and pasted animations. It's almost as if this game was planned DLC, but the developers turned it into a full game for more money. Why does this cost more than the PS4 version? This game still uses too many masked loading screens. $70 and it doesn't utilize the strength of the PS5.

    The levels are boring and repetitive. It's as if the developers randomly added enemies into the environments and called it a day. Ubisoft Montreal can design levels better than these developers, and let me remind you that Ubisoft Montreal develop games at a faster rate. Which begs the question, why can't these developers make more frequent releases if they are just going to copy/paste and lazily design the levels? Keep in mind that this is only half of the game, meaning these lazy developers only had to do half of the work. Where is the freaking multiplayer? Sony Santa Monica are clearly too cheap and greedy to hire more developers. The physics are beyond horrible. The camera is too close. It's embarrassing that modders can give us a FOV option with ease, and these lazy developers can't even give us a simple feature. Boss fights are terrible.

    For goodness sake, why won't these developers let me skip the cutscenes in their games? Enough already. I don't want to watch a stupid movie about Norse mythology. I just want to punch monsters. It just goes to show how out of touch these developers are. I don't know anyone that cares about Norse mythology, aside bookworms. Some of us just want to go straight to the gameplay. Besides, the only people that I hear talk about stories in video games are millennials that love classic rock. I'm pretty sure the rest of us want to play the game, not watch a movie. I had the game crash on me and I was forced to watch the same boring cutscene again. This is why it's important to let us skip cutscenes. Even Naughty Dog lets me skip cutscenes. It's one thing to write a trash story, but forcing me to watch it is pathetic. I paid $70 so I should be able to skip whenever I want.

    There is no multiplayer. So once you beat the story, there is literally not a reason to play this game again. Charging $70 for a game with no replay value is a cash grab. And the greedy developers had the audacity to not include the disc in the Jotnar edition, in a pathetic attempt at scamming players to buy the game twice. I know Sony is stingy with multiplayer, but not stingy enough to give me at least co-op. When I complained about the lack of multiplayer in GoT and Returnal, those developers actually listened to my complaints. They added co-op multiplayer and endless modes. Sony Santa Monica have more money than Suckerpunch and Housemarque combined. There is literally no excuse as to why these lazy cheapskates can't give me online. I paid $70 for goodness sake, I should be entitled to online multiplayer at that outrageous price. If I don't get the multiplayer, then it will only prove that these developers are too greedy and lazy, greedier than EA. I would recommend this game until it is $10 or less or just wait until it's free on PS Plus.

    Edit: After playing Callisto Protocol, I changed my mind. I'm changing my score from a 2 to a 0. Unskippable cutscenes along with boring masked loading screens is unacceptable for $70, not to mention that the things I initially praised this game for should've been in GOW 2018 in the beginning. I am infuriated with movie games.    … Expand
  89. KING_KEIGS
    Dec 11, 2022
    6
    Man this game starts off strong and then.......well saddens me to say but lost me with boring dialogue and slow repetitive combat. Give me the first 3 God of wars everyday over this. Thor is great but playing constantly as BOY just wasn't for me. Maybe I'm getting old but man outside of Ghost of Tsushima I'm disappointed with these play it safe tame ass easy "new gen" gams.
  90. giacux
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    amazing game,great combat, great story,great characters,great exploration and an incredible ending,
  91. Consumption
    Dec 11, 2022
    6
    I didn't notice any improvement in graphics or game play from the previous game and to top it off I was just really bored playing it. I am not sure why it was a chore to play, but it's grindy mechanics just broke up the story for me in a weird way and I just couldn't get my self to care. Some of the character creations I just didn't understand, like Odin.. why did they choose that design.I didn't notice any improvement in graphics or game play from the previous game and to top it off I was just really bored playing it. I am not sure why it was a chore to play, but it's grindy mechanics just broke up the story for me in a weird way and I just couldn't get my self to care. Some of the character creations I just didn't understand, like Odin.. why did they choose that design. Anyways, it just wasn't great and that's too bad.… Expand
  92. maartenla
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    The story has a lot more depth than the GoW 2018, and is more captivating because of this.
  93. Electronin
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Good graphics, soundtrack and good gameplay improvements from 2018 god of war. Very engaging combat and entertaining, with lots of high quality content both in main and side mission. Very entertaining and well written story. The game has some minor problems such as characters talking when they shouldn't, some puzzles aren't that good, and there are some small bugs, but this are minorGood graphics, soundtrack and good gameplay improvements from 2018 god of war. Very engaging combat and entertaining, with lots of high quality content both in main and side mission. Very entertaining and well written story. The game has some minor problems such as characters talking when they shouldn't, some puzzles aren't that good, and there are some small bugs, but this are minor problems in an almost perfect game. I really enjoyed it.… Expand
  94. barbodgh
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    amazing gameplay very god
  95. raidmax007
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    It's perfect in every aspect! I knew it it will at least as just as good as the 2018 one.
  96. DEVESTATE
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    I consider this a perfect game, the emotional moments are enough to make a grown man cry, the music is incredible, the references are incredible, the story was absurdly good, the reveal of what faye looks like was surprisingly good, Kratos has some overwhelming funny moments, the boss fights are awesome, the end was insanely good, even the minor details were good, I however have oneI consider this a perfect game, the emotional moments are enough to make a grown man cry, the music is incredible, the references are incredible, the story was absurdly good, the reveal of what faye looks like was surprisingly good, Kratos has some overwhelming funny moments, the boss fights are awesome, the end was insanely good, even the minor details were good, I however have one problem, the “puzzles” just say how to complete them after 4 seconds

    I’d recommend this game to death, however I think you really should play God Of War 2018 first

    This is a perfect game in my eyes


    10/10    … Expand
  97. WeAreVenom87
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So this game is AMAZING.... when you get to play as Kratos! It was hard to put a number on this one since you have to put aside the very high expectations along with some of the more disappointing choices made for this game. I do think the 2018, God of War was better, but its a bit unfair to compare as this one is a sequel and obviously borrows heavily from its predecessor rather than being completely created from the ground up like the previous game.

    So starting of with the problems with this game so I can get my gripes out of the way. The reason I said the game is amazing when you play as Kratos is because you don't get to the entire time. The game forces you to play as Atreus in long portions. This would be fine if it wasn't the fact that he plays like a side character and these were by far the weakest parts of the game. Whoever in the writing room said hey our players love playing as this jacked out god of destruction lets force them to play as a child for a quarter of the game is a moron. I have the bad feeling they are pushing this series to drop Kratos and I have to say thats going to be a bad idea. Also the story is another part I would have to say has some issues. The story does have some awesome moments and overall is good, but there are plenty of sections where the story meanders or gets off track. Also there was a lot of controversy this game would suffer from a lot of the issues with "modern writing". I am happy to say for the most part this isn't the case, but it does feel like God of War has been "sanitized" for a lack of a better word. It does seem like the sexuality and violence has been toned down compared to the original trilogy of games. It may sound weird talking about an overly violent game anyways, but it does feel like this has been toned down to appease a certain audience. Lastly I would say there are a few tooo many puzzle in this game. I don't mind them and they can be a nice change of pace, but they could be cut down by about 40%. I'm playing this game for the action and cool combat encounters and most of the puzzles are so basic they just feel like they are adding time to the game for no reason.

    So now what this game does right. The combat is smooth and fun and its nice this time you have a couple more weapons to work with that are both fun and have their own fun unique abilities. Obviously this game looks amazing I usually think of graphics as secondary, but this game was so pretty I can't lie. The story is good overall despite some odd choices at times and the vast majority of characters feel real with great personalities and attributes you feel for and get attached to.

    Anyways that's my take on GOW: Ragnarok. A great games, but some odd choices hold this game back from being a 10/10. Hopefully the series continues Kratos's story and they continue this series in the right direction.    … Expand
  98. Gottf
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    I really liked the previous one and I got exactly what I was hoping for here. Great controls and useful additions. If you liked the predecessor, you can access it here without hesitation.
  99. KOTOCTPOphy
    Dec 11, 2022
    6
    A game is something that helps us to escape reality. A game is something that allows us to feel like its characters are living in the past/future or oven reality in which you would not trip in any circumstances. A game creates possibilities to participate in activities you physically couldn't and dialogues you wouldn't ever hear.
    That's what good a game does. But Ragnarok constantly makes    A game is something that helps us to escape reality. A game is something that allows us to feel like its characters are living in the past/future or oven reality in which you would not trip in any circumstances. A game creates possibilities to participate in activities you physically couldn't and dialogues you wouldn't ever hear.
    That's what good a game does. But Ragnarok constantly makes me feel like I'm at work in an office or listening to a teenager who thinks his parents do not understand him, or in a mall hearing a fight of a couple arguing about how drunk a man was last night. Who in a sane mind decided to put this casual style of dialogue in Scandinavian folklore? Who ever thought it was a good idea to hear "Ummm, yeah, dad, like whateveeeer" all the time progressing through the game? That killed all the immersion you are waiting for from promised setting. Even GoW 2018, with all the changes they did compare to the original games, did not allow this kind of crap.

    Do not get me wrong, the story is fine and appealing, but the dialogue does not belong to the time in which the game is set. And GoW is not a new Shrek cartoon where mixing fantasy and current urban dialogues was a thing.
    Also, to add to setting thing. I do not believe that Thrud might put some shame on Thor in front of other warriors and get away with it. Neither do I believe in Atreus's typical teenage attitude whining that grown-ups do not understand him. That was not in mythological epos in the original games, and that was not even there in GoW 2018; why it had to be put in the latest game? That is not God of War, that is a modern-life sitcom. I would accept this in JRPG due to the ruled-out setting, but not in a game that changed its rules. The game did not help me to escape reality, but it did help to see modern life problems in fantasy. Thanks a lot.

    Now, it would not be that harmful if everything else is fine. Which should be for a AAA Sony exclusive, right? Right?
    Well, I've expected more from a game delivered in 2022. Invisible walls in the face of obstacles that should be easily bypassed by God are everywhere. Of course, that's just a regular game conditionality, but for a game in 2000, not a 2022 one. The platforming part is boring. Even the original series had some variations with freedom to climb and QTE scenes, but here in 2022 platforming is just an interactive loading screen, nothing more.

    There are fewer changes that you would expect from a sequel, which is not bad, but all of them did not save from awful storytelling. 2018's GoW isn't the good old GoW we had, but it has grown along with us, but sequel made me think that I am a dumb teenager.    … Expand
  100. 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.
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Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

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  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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