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  1. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Greatest game series of all time !!! What more is there to say than buy it!
  2. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, it is the best conclusion to a story i have ever experienced. Took a total unexpected turn that when it caught me off guard i had to take a moment to realize what was going on. The gameplay its great too, the challenge of the previous game remains and it is improved upon even further. The story its for the most part well paced but some sections are unnecessary dragged on. IAmazing game, it is the best conclusion to a story i have ever experienced. Took a total unexpected turn that when it caught me off guard i had to take a moment to realize what was going on. The gameplay its great too, the challenge of the previous game remains and it is improved upon even further. The story its for the most part well paced but some sections are unnecessary dragged on. I still give it a 10/10 because it delivers more than what the previous game did. This game is full of epic moments that a year from its released haven’t been surpassed by any other game. Expand
  3. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Gra roku - długa, wciągająca znakomity kunszt programowania - grafika super, płynna animacja stałe 60 klatek w trybie wydajność, muzyka nawet polski dubbing daje radę. Polecam
  4. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Every bit the masterpiece it was made to be and outstanding in every way. Huge game with plenty to do, epic boss fights, fantastic story and graphically phenomenal with amazing sounds. Goty for me.
  5. Dec 1, 2022
    10
    This is very good game however you look at it. It's one of the best buys to the Playstation 5.
  6. Nov 27, 2022
    10
    Honestly one of the most beautiful and complete games I have ever played it's a lovely experience start to finish and has a level of polish other games just don't match. This is modern gaming done right and pretty much perfect.
  7. Dec 28, 2022
    10
    In all honesty, haven't played a better game since God of war 1.
    Great story, great graphics and the gameplay is just a sick as in GOW1.

    I might add that I'm a fan of the series, but I never rate games. Made an exception for this one.
  8. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Outstanding story, more of the same action but with more polish. If you enjoyed the first then this will lure you in exactly the same way. Can't wait for new game plus!
  9. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, I've never played a game with such a deep story/lore and world design. A step up from the first game in every single way.
  10. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The intro is amazing, really fast pace, it doesn't waste time to get the story going. The environments is vast and beautiful. I only wish this game was built for the PS5 as some of the textures and graphics looks like a PS4 game which it was built for that first. If you loved the previous game this is must, its a must buy!!
  11. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Received this game 3 days ago ( 1 day before official release ). Anyway, it is the better version of 2018. Graphically maybe it is the same for someone, i see it it better ( well, how cross-gen game can look better on PS5 :

    PS5 graphics are more additional and subtle - Indirect lighting including use of SSDO (Screen Space Directional Occlusion) - Greater Shadow Quality on PS5 Quality
    Received this game 3 days ago ( 1 day before official release ). Anyway, it is the better version of 2018. Graphically maybe it is the same for someone, i see it it better ( well, how cross-gen game can look better on PS5 :

    PS5 graphics are more additional and subtle
    - Indirect lighting including use of SSDO (Screen Space Directional Occlusion)
    - Greater Shadow Quality on PS5 Quality Mode
    - Cinematics include additional lighting (Not Hero Lighting)
    - Better quality screen space reflection, enhancing cube maps
    - DoF and Motion Blur tied together on RES Mode, separate in Quality Mode
    Hi-res sharp textures on PS5
    Improved LOD

    Also, improved gameplay. Buy it. It is a 10 from me
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  12. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    I was iffy at first but after getting past the land of the elves i can safely say I'm loving this game.
  13. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Game of the year right here!!! Gow ragnarok is a masterpiece and a game no ps4 or ps5 owner should ever miss playing!. A must play game.
  14. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've played this year and will probably sweep the end of year game awards along with Elden Ring. The narrative is extremely well done and the performances are truly great from pretty much every person in the game. It's a great sequel and answers all the questions that were posed by the previous game. While the combat still isn't my favorite, it's hard to argue againstOne of the best games I've played this year and will probably sweep the end of year game awards along with Elden Ring. The narrative is extremely well done and the performances are truly great from pretty much every person in the game. It's a great sequel and answers all the questions that were posed by the previous game. While the combat still isn't my favorite, it's hard to argue against the entire package here, especially for people looking for a showcase for the system. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who played through the last game and is looking for a well done ending to Kratos' story. Expand
  15. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Simply phenomenal. It somehow manages to improve on everything from God of War(2018) and offers some of the best story telling in gaming with just incredible presentation, animations, voice acting, soundtrack, gameplay, etc. I could rave about everything. I think this is officially the best God of War ever made and it’s not close.
  16. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Awesome adictive gameplay! Awesome story with nice twists and turns! Awesome photo-realistic graphics on PS5! Thrilling boss fights! A fun adventure!! Escapism at its best!
  17. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarok is a masterpiece , everything is better than 2018 . just play this game ... a real 10/10 for sure
  18. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    As a fan of the previous game, I didn't think a sequel could surpass it. Oh how wrong I was. God of War: Ragnarok ups the stakes, action, and emotion all the way up to 11. The story and characters are phenomenal and improve upon the original in every way. The visuals are once again striking and the action is upped thanks to new gods to fight and enemy varieties, although the rest of theAs a fan of the previous game, I didn't think a sequel could surpass it. Oh how wrong I was. God of War: Ragnarok ups the stakes, action, and emotion all the way up to 11. The story and characters are phenomenal and improve upon the original in every way. The visuals are once again striking and the action is upped thanks to new gods to fight and enemy varieties, although the rest of the gameplay stays mostly the same, which is far from a bad thing given how smooth it was in the 2018 game. God of War: Ragnarok is a triumph and shows just how games can truly be works of art and insanely fun. Expand
  19. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Been waiting for the release for so long. Really thrilled and excited. I absolutely loved the previous game and I'm quite sure I'm going to love this one.
  20. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    GOW Ragnarok maximizes and perfects everything that was already great about the prequel. Storytelling, artwork, dialogue, audio, game-play-mechanics and combat are crafted with so much love for the smallest detail, its simply astonishing. The game is so ultra polished that it comes pretty close to perfection. And man, what an eyeopener the graphics are. One of the few real next-gen-titles.GOW Ragnarok maximizes and perfects everything that was already great about the prequel. Storytelling, artwork, dialogue, audio, game-play-mechanics and combat are crafted with so much love for the smallest detail, its simply astonishing. The game is so ultra polished that it comes pretty close to perfection. And man, what an eyeopener the graphics are. One of the few real next-gen-titles. And one of the best games ever made. 10/10 Expand
  21. Feb 24, 2023
    10
    An improvement over the first game in almost every sense, Although they are trying to achieve very different things. The first one was more self contained and about kratos and atreus forming their bond and kratos trying to sever the wrongdoings of his past. This one is much more about the future and the inevitablility of prophecy. I won't say anything beyond that cause you really shouldAn improvement over the first game in almost every sense, Although they are trying to achieve very different things. The first one was more self contained and about kratos and atreus forming their bond and kratos trying to sever the wrongdoings of his past. This one is much more about the future and the inevitablility of prophecy. I won't say anything beyond that cause you really should enjoy it for yourself. The nine realms are a great world to traverse in. My favorite was Vanaheim. I would say almost everything in this game is superb besides a small but annoying problem with the combat, that sometimes you are stuck in an attack animation and the enemy keeps on his attack which makes it feel just stupid and not fair, But this is so small I wouldn't put a knock on the game over it. A masterpiece and highly reccomended! Expand
  22. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    GOW Ragnarok is a great sequel to the amazing 2018 God of War. If you have yet to play the first one, I highly recommend a play through or look up a story recap on Youtube. The story recap on the title screen of Ragnarok is a little underwhelming. The graphics, gameplay and story are AAA state of the art. The level designs are clever. Big but not open world which is perfect. I have yet toGOW Ragnarok is a great sequel to the amazing 2018 God of War. If you have yet to play the first one, I highly recommend a play through or look up a story recap on Youtube. The story recap on the title screen of Ragnarok is a little underwhelming. The graphics, gameplay and story are AAA state of the art. The level designs are clever. Big but not open world which is perfect. I have yet to see any texture pop-in. Highly recommend. Thank you, Sony Santa Monica Studios! Expand
  23. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    One of the greatest releases of fiction in human history -- and easily one of the greatest achievements in the gaming medium. Game of the Year? More like Game of the Decade.
  24. Nov 19, 2022
    10
    This is gaming perfection .No issues at all crispy 1440p with 60fps beating down thor.
  25. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Let me start by saying, this is ONE OF THE BEST GAMES I have played.

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

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

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

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

    Overall it’s a fantastic journey to experience on the PS5. If you are a fan of the 2018 game, just do yourself a favor and BUY THIS GAME RIGHT NOW!
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  26. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    One of the best action adventures ever made. Excellent graphics. Great excitement and gameplay. Everything is great
  27. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    From the gameplay to the acting and graphical performance of this game, everything is just truly outstanding. One of the few games to actually get me emotional towards the end, not to mention want to continue playing well past the end credits. An absolute masterpiece.
  28. Jan 13, 2023
    10
    How does this game have an average 7.9?!

    Not only is it better than the first but it **** all over any Marvel or DC film in terms of storytelling, character development and cinematics. BUY THIS GAME IF YOU HAVEN’ T ALREADY !!!!
  29. Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Rarely do we see a sequel not only live upto its predecessor but exceed all levels, exploring 9 realms there is so much to see, so much lore, so much activities, all sorts of new enemies including dragons, berserker etc, enhanced gameplay, post ending content, its like i could play 100+ hours
  30. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Playing God of War Ragnarok has been an unforgettable experience. A closure open to individual interpretation but definitely sublime. The cinematics offering the powerful narrative load of the story with playable sequences, the graphic level of characters and higher levels are better. Unfortunately, some haters have tried to spoil this great work, giving it low ratings (even below 80/100).Playing God of War Ragnarok has been an unforgettable experience. A closure open to individual interpretation but definitely sublime. The cinematics offering the powerful narrative load of the story with playable sequences, the graphic level of characters and higher levels are better. Unfortunately, some haters have tried to spoil this great work, giving it low ratings (even below 80/100). So at this point I would like to urge these people to relearn the craft of making reviews based on authentic professionalism, with analysis and objective comments as well as constructive suggestions about what a product like this or any other can offer. One thinks lightly, considering what the critic likes, but in this role, it is not about writing "what the critic likes or doesn't like" since by incurring in this practice, one is nothing more than a fanatic protected by a publishing firm or media outlet.

    Brilliant soundtrack!
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  31. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Second to none Combat and Gameplay.
    Phenomenal Narrative with Shocking Surprises.
    Great Visual and Flawless Performance.
    Best in Class Sound and Music.
    Fantastic Voice Acting.

    GOW Ragnarok is an Absolute Masterpiece.
  32. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    If anyone is rating this less than a 9, they're trolling. It is a masterpiece.
  33. Nov 25, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Really. I also enjoyed the first part, it was something new compared to the previous parts, more intimate, but still fun. The second part followed it up and continues with the expansion of this scheme.

    The game itself just grabbed me and wouldn't let go. After 40 hours I still haven't finished the main story, I'm also doing side quests that aren't
    One of the best games I've ever played. Really. I also enjoyed the first part, it was something new compared to the previous parts, more intimate, but still fun. The second part followed it up and continues with the expansion of this scheme.

    The game itself just grabbed me and wouldn't let go. After 40 hours I still haven't finished the main story, I'm also doing side quests that aren't really boring. Especially the series of minibosses within the undead king are a bit hardcore. Yes, the 0 ER-loving "reviewers" here will be disappointed. Don't take them seriously. If you liked the first part, the second part is bigger, better and definitely worth it in every way.
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  34. Jan 14, 2023
    10
    I thought this game took everything that was good about the 2018 smash and elevated it. It felt like a great continuation that gave me an ending I wasn’t expecting but thoroughly enjoyed.
  35. Dec 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game. Love the story, graphics, gameplay and character interaction with each other. I also love how you get to play as multiple characters. Expand
  36. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Just as good as the previous God of War. This is amazing after the previous games highest quality. Everyone should play this game. It is an upgrade not a revolution, it's very similar in all things but an upgrade. The story is just as good, fantastic game.
  37. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I've been gaming since the old NES days of the 90's and I can easily say this is a GOAT type of game.

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

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

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

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

    The bar has now been set very high for a AAA single player title done right, and now its up to ROCKSTAR or maybe NAUGHTY DOG to come try and top this game but I don't see it happening anytime soon.
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  38. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Awesome game. Unfortunately it is being review bombed by people who bought a console that has no games like this. I wish Metacritic would start to ban those accounts.
  39. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    It's amazing game, this game this game breaks the brain, the game of the year, god of war ragnarok has a wonderful action, visual, incredibly interesting plot
  40. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    It takes a special game to keep you enticed more than 20 hours in without feeling repetitive and that is what ragnarok did.
  41. Mar 26, 2023
    10
    Best game of the year! Just wonderful! Just finished it. Please don’t reviews of haters, they didn’t play the game more then enough.
  42. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece , gripping you won’t want to drop the controller for a moment. The story is amazing and so emotional too
  43. Nov 24, 2022
    10
    I don't know where to start: Amazing graphics, engaging combat, engrossing storyline. I literally can't find anything bad to say about this game. Santa Monica Studios never fails to impress, but this one takes the cake. I have to admit I was beginning to lose hope in gaming lately due to all the P2W trash and cash-grabs that have been released by other companies, especially in the last fewI don't know where to start: Amazing graphics, engaging combat, engrossing storyline. I literally can't find anything bad to say about this game. Santa Monica Studios never fails to impress, but this one takes the cake. I have to admit I was beginning to lose hope in gaming lately due to all the P2W trash and cash-grabs that have been released by other companies, especially in the last few years but this is one of those few rare games that totally restores your faith in gaming. Expand
  44. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Incredible gameplay with one of the best narratives in gaming. The sense of discovery is unmatched in modern gaming.
  45. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Definitely a 10/10 for me. This game elevated everything that was good from the previous one. The story, the journey, the characters evolution, the dialogues and the battles ... omg the battles. It's gameplay is incredible. The combat is brutal. One of the best action games I've ever played. Looking forward to the Platinum.
  46. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Depois de GOW 2018 eles conseguiram novamente fazer outra Masterpiece! O jogo graficamente está melhor, melhor combate, grandes atores, a historia esta melhor... GOWR é o pináculo dos jogos
  47. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another true masterpiece of a game. This series just gets better and better. Every game hits every high note. Expand
  48. Dec 31, 2022
    10
    Even better than the previous God of War. That's saying a lot. Lots of improvement. Better game experience.
  49. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Must buy, must play.
    bugless, long, polished and if you like god of war 2018 this is rly must have..RIGHT NOW!!!
  50. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Increíble videojuego , deben jugarlo todos , tiene gráficos y gameplay increible
  51. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    I wasn't really sure how they were going to top GoW 2018, or how they would manage to cap off this storyline within two games, but Ragnarok turned out to be an incredible game that exceeded my expectations in every way.

    The combat overhaul and added verticality to level design managed to address most of the issues of the first game. They were more minor complaints for me, granted, but
    I wasn't really sure how they were going to top GoW 2018, or how they would manage to cap off this storyline within two games, but Ragnarok turned out to be an incredible game that exceeded my expectations in every way.

    The combat overhaul and added verticality to level design managed to address most of the issues of the first game. They were more minor complaints for me, granted, but seeing that addressed, seeing a dedicated button added to give your attacks more elemental damage, being able to strike from above, the tweaks to the Spartan Rage system, other upgrades that shall not be mentioned here for the sake of Spoilers... all were great choices that culminated in an amazing gameplay experience.

    The narrative... it's hard to get into that without spoilers, but the way they managed to weave the storyline together in the main missions so masterfully, while enhancing it in side missions in such a way that it adds to and enriches the story without locking anything crucial to it behind them is just plain amazing. The ending feels like such a satisfying conclusion both for this story arc and for Kratos' arc in general that, even though I do hope for more, they could honestly just end the franchise here and it would feel complete.

    Can't recommend the game enough. It's a heck of an experience.
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  52. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Well, this is it bois, Kratos and his troublemaking son boi, I mean, Atreus are back and their new chapter in Ragnarök is full of surprises. God of War: Ragnarök is epic, huge, and emotional all around. Gameplay is fluid as its predecessor but even better. The visual effects and sound design are immaculate, motion capture work performed by the main cast are excellent, and finally, there’sWell, this is it bois, Kratos and his troublemaking son boi, I mean, Atreus are back and their new chapter in Ragnarök is full of surprises. God of War: Ragnarök is epic, huge, and emotional all around. Gameplay is fluid as its predecessor but even better. The visual effects and sound design are immaculate, motion capture work performed by the main cast are excellent, and finally, there’s the narrative and it is incredible. This game is brutal, funny, emotional, and kickass - period. Expand
  53. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Santa Monica did it again!, a great game, awesome visuals map, really a masterpiece
  54. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Story: 10/10
    Combat Gameplay: 9/10
    Exploration: 9/10 Puzzles: 8/10 (will explain why) Controls: 9.5/10 Accessibility: 9.5/10 Audio: 9.5/10 Music: 9/10 Graphics: 9.5/10 Art: 9.5/10 This game is EXCELLENT! Its very much like the first but improved and expanded upon without changing the formula. Its an immediate sequel thus you will need to have played the first one to know whats going
    Story: 10/10
    Combat Gameplay: 9/10
    Exploration: 9/10
    Puzzles: 8/10 (will explain why)
    Controls: 9.5/10
    Accessibility: 9.5/10
    Audio: 9.5/10
    Music: 9/10
    Graphics: 9.5/10
    Art: 9.5/10


    This game is EXCELLENT! Its very much like the first but improved and expanded upon without changing the formula. Its an immediate sequel thus you will need to have played the first one to know whats going on.

    I am not going to spoil anything but I will say this is one of my favorite representations of Norse mythology ever done that I can think of. Yes, Santa Monica took some liberties but it is amazing. The acting, writing, and overall performance is top tier. Especially with the phenomenal graphics.

    Combat is more fluid than the first (GoW 4 technically). Just feels a bit tighter and cleaner. The weight from impacts is still solid and amazing.

    The amount of Accessibility options is amazing BUT I wished there were 2 more settings:

    - Puzzle Hints from NPCs: Default, Delayed, Delayed+, OFF
    - Gyro Aim (Motion Controls) ON all the time

    Atreus and Mimir give hints way too quickly in the game for puzzles. This was annoying. Same problem happened with Horizon FW but if I recall they eventually patched a slider for adjusting this in their Accessibility options. GoW needed the same.

    Gyro Aim is an EXCELLENT addition for ranged combat and makes it much more responsive and intuitive like if you were using a mouse. Im a main Gyro Aim user and so I extremely appreciate this addition. The implementation was excellent and feels great. My only suggestion is to have a Gyro ON all the time with Flick Stick. This is incredibly responsive and my go to method.

    None the less, AMAZING game.
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  55. Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Modo calidad + fps
    35-40 horas con las secundarias hechas.
    historia 10/10
    jugabilidad 10/10
    ost 10/10
    graficos/arte 10/10

    TOTAL: 11/10 Obra maestra.
  56. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    O game é fantástico. Irei platinar com certeza. Gráfico espetacular, som incrível, jogabilidade impecável.
  57. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Uma evolução muito grande de seu antecessor. Gráficos belíssimos, história envolvente.
  58. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    First Hours in the game, and I only say MASTERPIECE, every aspect in the game polish to highest levels, every space, command, music, cinematic its amazing.
    All gameplay aspects improved and re-newed from the perfect pre-quel.
    Santa Monica Studio bring a new GOTY for all gamers that love this franchise. Thanks SMS
  59. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Um jogo excelente, melhora e expande a experiência do seu predecessor em todos os aspectos. Tecnicamente impecável, o jogo roda estável do início ao fim. Recomendo fortemente que a experiência!
  60. Nov 16, 2022
    10
    Hands down one of the best games i have ever played! Hats of to santa monica studios.
  61. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    10/10. Might not win the GOTY as Elden Ring was particular different and interesting but Santa Monica brings us another game where you feel like a true GOD
  62. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The only thing I'm dissapointed about this game, is the use of the Dualsense features. The rest is pure gold!
  63. Mar 17, 2023
    10
    Key to enjoyment is setting time to get solve puzzles to Extended + (otherwise the companions will solve them for you giving you literayy 1 sec) and being patient for the first 15 or so hours untill the story really picks up.
  64. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I've been gaming since the Atari and Sega Master System. Games like this don't come along often. 10/10, a masterpiece.
  65. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    such a masterpiece and one of the best games of all time. 2018 game is like a prelude for Ragnarok. the game is bigger and better in every single aspect.
  66. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    this game so far is the best game I have seen this year, great graphics, so far have seen no bugs and yes there is a lot of puzzles but if you don't like puzzles and grinding (which were in the 2018 game) then this game is not for you
  67. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarök is everything you could possibly want from a sequel. I was blown away by the craft - it is exceptional video game production. The story, the characters, the environments, the combat, as well as the performances are all top tier across the board. This is another must-play from Santa Monica Studio.
  68. Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Sencillamente es el juego perfecto, con un montón de reinos que explorar, nuevos combos, nuevas mecánicas, una historia que te asombra con la evolución, un juego obligatorio que hay que tener, es perfecto en todo.
  69. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Amazing gameplay, amazing story, amazing characters.

    So many awesome scenes, so many quotable moments.

    this is the pinnacle of gaming.

    Easily GOTY.
  70. Dec 1, 2022
    10
    Amazing game with amazing character development. Gameplay hasn't changed much, but you don't change a winning formula. They have added a lot more enemies and bosses. Everything they did in the previous title they expended upon. I even choked up a couple times during the story. The voice acting is just too good.
    If you liked GoW 2018 then you will love this game.
  71. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    O jogo é absolutamente incrível. O combate é frenético, e esta melhor que o de 2018, A história é excelente. Os gráficos são muito bons, e seriam melhores se fosse apenas do PS5, mas, entendo a estratégia da Sony. Ainda não acabei, mas, posso dizer que esta um pouco a frente de Elden Ring (outro excelente jogo) e deve ganhar o goty. Mas, se ER ganhar não vou ficar chateado.
  72. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    A very exciting and large-scale game that won't leave you until the very end. Impeccable combat system with an interesting plot.
  73. Dec 28, 2022
    10
    Gameplay - 10/10
    Characters - 10/10
    Visuals - 10/10
    Story - 10/10
    Uniqueness - 10/10
  74. Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Não há muito o que comentar, exceto pelo seu dever de jogar este jogo se voce gostou do God of War 2018. Ele é basicamente melhor em tudo que seu antecessor.

    Obra prima.
  75. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    A full adventure, it brings all together. Epic, drama, adventure, action, humor... The dreamed conclusion of a legendary saga. A piece of art. Just play it.
  76. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Game is very polished with no technical issues, awesome gameplay, story, voice acting, environment, sound effects and music. They are all very well done! Believe the hype!
  77. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Impresionante en todos los sentidos, no solo es el mejor GoW, sino uno de los mejores juegos de playstation studios jamas hecho, graficos de escandalo, gameplay muy divertido, historia intrigante y con buen ritmo, lo tiene todo, sin duda uno de los mejores juegos de PS4 y desde de ya de PS5.
  78. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Anyone scoring this game as a negative either hasn't played the game or has no sense. This game is a masterpiece and even surpasses the amazing 2018 game. Why this game is not at least a 9.5 for user score baffles me.
  79. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    this game is damn masterpiece..
    Story is amazing
    graphic is stunning
    gameplay/combat feel great, smooth
    animations look great
    enemies/bosses are fun to fight
  80. Nov 16, 2022
    10
    Melhor jogo da história dos videogames.
    Pode chorar caixistas.
    Pode chorar caixistas.
    Pode chorar caixistas.
    Pode chorar caixistas.
    Pode chorar caixistas.
  81. Dec 27, 2022
    10
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  82. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    These Game is Outstanding. It's not in any way a DLC to GOW 2018, cause there is so much done to create it. Starting with a huge variaty of amazingly beautiful, full of life, small cratures, particles and very sharp textures and high resolution. Game starts sslowly, and the further you go, more Action you get, so as Larger enemies, bosses and etc. Story line is very good, and fightingThese Game is Outstanding. It's not in any way a DLC to GOW 2018, cause there is so much done to create it. Starting with a huge variaty of amazingly beautiful, full of life, small cratures, particles and very sharp textures and high resolution. Game starts sslowly, and the further you go, more Action you get, so as Larger enemies, bosses and etc. Story line is very good, and fighting mechanics are a lot improved, so as a lot of new mechanics to figure out puzzles. Game of the year for sure. Expand
  83. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This is one the best games I have ever played. The story, visuals, character development are truly astonishing. This is the GOTY
  84. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Game of the year, much better than anything Xbox has this entire gen. A++++
  85. Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing, my best player experience in 2022! It greatly improved several features over the previous title! Expand
  86. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, bigger and better than the previous game which it definitely saying something, love Santa Monica’s take on Norse mythology, definitely a game of the year contender along with Elden ring in my opinion, don’t like to but have to add, to anyone giving this game a zero you are not a true gamer you are a fanboy/girl of a particular company, (which is so pointless I’m not evenAmazing game, bigger and better than the previous game which it definitely saying something, love Santa Monica’s take on Norse mythology, definitely a game of the year contender along with Elden ring in my opinion, don’t like to but have to add, to anyone giving this game a zero you are not a true gamer you are a fanboy/girl of a particular company, (which is so pointless I’m not even going into that) this game is without any shadow of a doubt one of the best games released in the past 5 years, you should honestly be ashamed of your selves, I’m not sure if any game I’ve ever played deserved a 0, apart from maybe cyberpunk or fallout 76, and that was because they simply wouldn’t work at all so therefor can’t score a game that doesn’t work, people really need to lay of this console war crap as it’s ruining the industry and possibly effecting peoples lively hoods, I can absolutely guarantee PlayStation, Microsoft or Nintendo don’t give a crap about you on a personal level, so why care about them on a personal level, it literally make no sense at all, your wasting your time backing one company or the other it’s stupid. Expand
  87. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The hate filled, insecure review bombers on xbox are truly the lowest form of life. Game is fantastic in every sense. Deep down they know that, which is why it hurts them.
  88. Nov 19, 2022
    10
    It's not just a game it's a life instruction! I've never played a game except TLOU II that devour me like this! Story is braintaking and characters development is fantastic. This game is full of wierd suprises and you can't anticipate a second of it! Gameplay and songs are also impressive and I love it.
    A big improvement of GOW 2018 and anybody who says it's no different! please just give
    It's not just a game it's a life instruction! I've never played a game except TLOU II that devour me like this! Story is braintaking and characters development is fantastic. This game is full of wierd suprises and you can't anticipate a second of it! Gameplay and songs are also impressive and I love it.
    A big improvement of GOW 2018 and anybody who says it's no different! please just give yourself a favour and ignore them.
    Can't wait for TGA moment when they declare this game.
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  89. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Jogo perfeito! Se vc gostou do GOW 2018, então vai amar essa continuação fantástica!
  90. dty
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    Phenomenal experience. Everything you got from the last game and more, with everything improved. Ignore negative reviews, they are embarrassing to even read.
  91. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    God of War Ragnarok is a strongly continuous second part of a duology of games. And that's good, since they upgraded what they already done in a level of excellence that not many can reach.

    I would say that this game is beyond gameplay, since the main focus is the character development. And what have they done is a masterpiece of narrative and story achievements. Great game with
    God of War Ragnarok is a strongly continuous second part of a duology of games. And that's good, since they upgraded what they already done in a level of excellence that not many can reach.

    I would say that this game is beyond gameplay, since the main focus is the character development. And what have they done is a masterpiece of narrative and story achievements.

    Great game with brilliant and mature story.
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  92. Nov 21, 2022
    10
    The first one was 10/10, this one is an 11/10. It took everything good from the first game, expanded it and added even more amazing stuff. Enemy variety is improved, bosses are very fun. Story is amazing and and amazing end to the Norse saga. To the people that say this adds nothing ew, just show that you didnt even finish the game. There are new weapons, new playable character. You canThe first one was 10/10, this one is an 11/10. It took everything good from the first game, expanded it and added even more amazing stuff. Enemy variety is improved, bosses are very fun. Story is amazing and and amazing end to the Norse saga. To the people that say this adds nothing ew, just show that you didnt even finish the game. There are new weapons, new playable character. You can explore all 9 realms and its world is very fun to explore. The side quests are some of the best side quests in gaming. Dont listen to the negative reviews, this game objectively cant be less than an 8. Expand
  93. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    amazing game with a great emotional ending that caps off the norse saga, easily the best game of the year
  94. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Greate game. It's incredible polished and keep action all the time. Graphic is alot better than in GOW 2018
  95. Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Yet another masterpiece from santa monica, just like gow 2018, ragnarok is not only fantastic bit even better this game should be GOTY 2022. there are no other games released in 2022 that are even close to Ragnarok. the plot and story expands the world of gow and it never stops to surprise you in a roller coaster of emotions and excitement, however there are still some plot holes andYet another masterpiece from santa monica, just like gow 2018, ragnarok is not only fantastic bit even better this game should be GOTY 2022. there are no other games released in 2022 that are even close to Ragnarok. the plot and story expands the world of gow and it never stops to surprise you in a roller coaster of emotions and excitement, however there are still some plot holes and unanswered questions left that I won't spoil and there was far more potential if they made it a triology. the level design, gameplay and combat design is the best I've ever seen in any game both the axe and blades of chaos and then other weapons have outstanding animations and many combos you can master. the graphics are breathtaking to say the least and the music is not as epic as the original gow games like gow 3 but it's still great. overall i wanted to rate it 9 because of plot holes but the gameplay and design of this game is so good that i can't give any score lower than 10. Expand
  96. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    The perfect sequel. This game improves on almost everything from god of war 2018.

    The combat has been better balanced and given even more complexity. Some overpowered skills have been removed and changed to fit the combat system better, this makes all the weapons feel equally amazing and weapon switching is better than ever. The weapons also have allot of complexity to themselves with
    The perfect sequel. This game improves on almost everything from god of war 2018.

    The combat has been better balanced and given even more complexity. Some overpowered skills have been removed and changed to fit the combat system better, this makes all the weapons feel equally amazing and weapon switching is better than ever. The weapons also have allot of complexity to themselves with all the skills and combos you can pull off so the game really rewards learning each weapon. They have added an enemy attack which you have to shield bash to escape.

    One big weakpoin of the 2018 game was enemy variety but that is not something you are going to have to worry about in ragnarok. There is a huge amount of enemies and they all feel unique and different so you can come up with different ways to handle them.

    The story and character development are even better than gow 2018 which already had a great story and character development.

    The world is way bigger in this game, you can visit all the realms and there is allot of stuff to do and explore.

    My only gripe with the game is the resource collection and gear upgrading system. It can definetly get better. The way you have to collect sertain materials from chests feel verry unrewarding due to you needing rare materials to upgrade your gear. These rear material can only be found in certain areas of different levels, this makes looting allot of areas kind of useless since you will only get lower level mats that you already have there. For example, i spent hours looting every chest i could see only to realise that i still havent got a single of the rare materials i need. This could definetly be simplifed or at least smoothed out, i dont want to have a million hacksilver and still no way to upgrade, it just becomes frustrating.

    The way gear upgrading works isnt great either, you have a gear score level which will decide how much damage you deal to enemies. If they are a hihger level than you then you will deal less damage regardless of your stats just because you dont have a high enough gear score.

    In the end the resource collection and gear upgrading system is just a minor gripe of mine, i wanted to mention it though since i hope that this is something santa monica studios can improve for their next game.
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  97. Nov 19, 2022
    10
    I enjoyed GOW 2018 but had some issues with it. There wasn't enough enemy or environmental variety and although the character writing was insanely good the overall story wasn't that interesting. Ragnarok fixed all of that. The journey spans a much wider range of places, there are a ton of cool enemies and bosses and the story is unpredictable. I was pleasantly surprised by this game. TheI enjoyed GOW 2018 but had some issues with it. There wasn't enough enemy or environmental variety and although the character writing was insanely good the overall story wasn't that interesting. Ragnarok fixed all of that. The journey spans a much wider range of places, there are a ton of cool enemies and bosses and the story is unpredictable. I was pleasantly surprised by this game. The team at Santa Monica should be very proud indeed. Expand
  98. Jan 18, 2023
    10
    Great game, great diversity in terms of mechanics compared to the previous game and big step in the evolution of the characters
  99. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Game of the year....maybe game of the decade? A masterclass in single player action adventure gaming that has no equal.
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

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