God of War: Ragnarok

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7.9

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  1. benyaguti
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game **** slaps!!!
    10/10 dialogue
    9/10 Gameplay
    9/10 Story
    10/10 world building    … Expand
  2. fuxiwansui
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The 14th platinum cup in 2022, the GOD OF WAR: RAGNAROK. An extremely excellent sequel worthy of four years, an epic journey that is enough to make people linger and forget to return, is also a family music with ups and downs and refreshing. 10 points will be given to the game itself, 9.5 points will be given to the player himself, and 0.5 points will be given to the ending loss, parting regret and future expectation. (The following must involve spoilers)

    Since the first platinum trophy in 2013, there are not many games that still make me have a great urge to play again after the platinum trophy, at least not in the three years since p5r. Unfortunately, the new game+and photo modes have not been updated yet, so I have to leave this impulse for the update. The dusk of the gods made me approve of my purchase of the oled television for the first time. Due to the lag of the ps4, the progress of its presentation layer is not obvious to the naked eye, but a careful observation of the light, shadow and material details can still feel a huge gap, only if a good display device is required. In addition, thanks to the failure to give full play to the PS5's performance, it is possible to unlock frames by turning on high frame rate in the picture quality mode. Then with the help of vrr, you can really experience the fluency of 120 frames (admittedly, frame insertion technology is not 120 frames of the game itself, and it will float around 60 after unlocking frames). The 1800~2160 is almost the same as the 2160 under the support of various technologies. This time, you can have a full view of the Nine Realms in the dusk of the gods. The new scene is beautiful with the help of the new reflection technology, but it's a pity that you can't become a photographer of the Nine Realms without a photo mode. The design and production of many of these new areas can clearly feel that they are testing the waters for future new works. Different from the way in which the end of the United States shapes scenes for light and shadow, the Ares is a scene that shapes light and shadow, which is more natural than the end of the United States.

    On the whole, this is the most expressive virtual fantasy world in the world. At least no one can surpass the next god of war. (Don't think ff16 has a chance~)

    The gods at dusk took over the last game perfectly. Although some of the first six or seven hours were not pleasant (which was also an excellent side effect of the last game), the overall experience was quite good after ten hours of the process. It was still the same taste, but it was more smooth and refreshing. The addition of new weapons also made the combination and collocation more rich, although occasionally I missed the combination key operation of the old god of war, But after rpg, the rhythm is faster and it is really cool. This time, there are many kinds of monsters, and there are also many high-level bosses. The ordinary difficulty is not enough. For me, challenging this rhythm several times can be more enjoyable than the soul. Platinum feels like he doesn't want to stop after playing the female god of martial arts. No wonder some people say that the battle is not epic enough, in fact, it is enough... but the rhythm is really too fast.

    As the most successful film and television game of Sony, Zhanshen's plot is always the most watched. My evaluation of this plot is very excellent and approaching perfection. At dusk of the gods, the story really revolves around the dusk of the gods, but its core is affection, growth and salvation. These cores look old American, but in fact, they are very modern and moving, which is worthy of ending Lord Kui's journey to northern Europe. Maybe some people think that the story is not epic and the war of God of War is not magnificent, but in fact, the core of the story has changed since 2018. It may be written as a heroic epic. The war between Kui Yeh and his son against the Nordic gods can more ignite the enthusiasm of players, but the carefully polished arc of characters and the skillful lines of travel weave a more stylish character growth and father son relationship. In the whole game, whether it is the transformation of Queyette, the growth of Atreus in the rebellious period, the Odin family's belief that one's selfish desire has become confused, Freya's giving up hatred and selfishness, the story of dwarven brothers, and the branch line of Higglune, they all explain the most important word in everyone's life, home. This seemingly small theme is actually more profound than those grand stories.

    Who hasn't rebelled, who doesn't have family, who doesn't have bad family, and whose life is smooth? The story that can bring people to think is far better than Shuangwen. When the characters grow, the players will also grow. This is more likely to make people hollow and unforgettable than the journey of killing gods like Zhanshen 3. In this regard, the gods are successful at dusk.    … Expand
  3. Killer89
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    Literally the best story telling game i have ever played in my life i mean the emotions,combat,graphics all r so good that u cant even imagine and i think its one of the best games of all time.
  4. Sofa1990
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    In my opinion, the game is an absolute masterpiece. It really leaves me wanting for nothing other than wanting more of it because it's just that good.
  5. Timsen375
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God of War Ragnarök ist der Grund, warum ich mir jetzt unbedingt einen Metacritic Account erstellen wollte, um meine Meinung zu teilen. Selten hat mich ein Spiel so begeistert, weshalb ich es auch als einen der großen Meilensteine der Videospiel Geschichte beschreiben würde. Dieses Spiel reiht sich neben The Last of us (Part 1 und Part 2), Zelda BotW und The witcher 3 ein. Aber warum das ganz? Fangen wir mal mit den offensichtlichsten an Technik (10/10): Auch wenn hier nicht alles aus der PS5 herausgeholt wird, gerade neben A plage tale Requiem ist die Grafik eine Wucht. Nicht nur in dem verrückten Detailgrad, sondern auch die Flüssen 60 FPS sind einfach nur wohlwollende für die Augen. Was Partikeleffekte angeht, steht dieses Spiel auch eine Ratchet and Clank und Returnal in nichts nach. Das dieses Spiel wahlweise auch on 120 FPS läuft ist echt eine krasse Zugabe, die leider von einigen Videospiel Magazinen sehr runter geredet wird. Hinzu kommt, kein einziger Bug oder Absturz. Gamplay (10/10): Die Kämpfe sind richtig schön wuchtig und werden zu keiner Sekunde langweilig. Verblüffend wenn man bedenkt, dass man eigentlich nur drei waffen hat. Diese unterscheiden sich aber zum Glück sehr voneinander und spielen sich auch deshalb sehr anders. Auch das man hin und wieder zu Atreus wechselt, bringt eine schöne Abwechslung ins Gamplay. Die Charaktergestalltung ist ausreichend komplex und spaßig zugleich. Story (10/10): Ich habe hier und da gelesen, dass einige meinen, dass die Story schlecht geschrieben ist. Ich glaub viel mehr haben die Leute ein Problem damit, sich in die Charaktere hineinzuversetzen. Auch wenn Atreus hier und da etwas nervig zu sein scheint, sein Verhalten ist zu jeder Zeit nachvollziehbar. Auch die Dialoge sind fantastisch geschrieben. Vor allem aber, ist die Charakterentwicklung von Kratos einfach nur großartig und hat mich hier und da zu Tränen gerührt. Wie episch hier vor allem alles inszeniert ist, Wahnsinn ehrlich…

    Atmosphäre (10/10): Nun zu meinem Highlight, die Atmosphäre. Einige Schauplätze haben mir echt die Kinnlade nach unten schallen lassen. Wahnsinn was man sich hier ausgedacht hat. Viel beeindruckender finde ich aber, wie stimmig alles ist und wie nachvollziehbar die Welt gestaltet ist. In Svartalvhame (Land der Zwerge) hatte ich in den ersten Minuten das Gefühl, mit meinem Boot überall anhalten zu können. Mit welcher Detailverliebtheit das alles gemacht wurde, macht mich echt sprachlos. Fazit: Für mich wie gesagt ein Meilenstein der Videospielgeschichte und eindeutig das Game of the Year 2022    … Expand
  6. JaviYen95
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    En definitiva son las 50 horas que más he disfrutado jugando un vídeo juego, combates épicos, gran historia y excelente gráficas.
  7. Moein0071
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. I Could not stop playing it. Finished it 2 times and make it to 100 % in every level.
    The story , gameplay, relationships and connection with player and charecters in the game just wow
  8. Kvetoos
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Иншаллах надеюсь это игра станет игрой года на TGA 2022. Ragnarök is coming.
  9. EKYR
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God Of War Ragnarok is really good
    story is well writen. graphics are among the top 3 for ps5. Developers care and love the game. Characters are very interesting, An immediate Playstation must play for everyone.

    boss fights can be annoying, some areas the puzzle is abit strange and the area is blocked off for some reason with no clear method to open. but not enough to discredit the whole game. this game is still amazing.    … Expand
  10. Sounderp
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a masterpiece. It gives you a wide range of game mechanics that add a whole new perspective of gaming.… Expand
  11. ildemaro
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    La calidad técnica es impecable, los detalles, la historia las nuevas mecánicas y otras cosas mas que hacen de este juego único de verdad ojala sigan sacando mas juegos así.
  12. Eriza02
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game it's.... AMAZING, i love everything the history, mechanic, combat,etc. I can't wait for the dlc whit Atreus… Expand
  13. arbzz
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, unique style and sense of adventure. The story is unmatched by anything I’ve played and all the characters are so fun and memorable. The perfect sequel to end the God of War’s Norse adventure!
  14. Axmiiiiine
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Best game ever i played it has to be game of the year best game play best graphics also best history ever thank you sony
  15. MOHAMMED_AHMED_
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    All that can be said is that it is a masterpiece in every respect. Where do I start from the interconnected story that kindles the fire of curiosity to know what happens next, or the characters and getting attached to them and developing relationships with them, or about the excellent character voices and the other voices were so good I would describe them as from another level, everythingAll that can be said is that it is a masterpiece in every respect. Where do I start from the interconnected story that kindles the fire of curiosity to know what happens next, or the characters and getting attached to them and developing relationships with them, or about the excellent character voices and the other voices were so good I would describe them as from another level, everything here is balanced for indescribable pleasure . This is the best game made by humans in all of history, and a final point, the game contains a complete Arabic language, from dubbing to menus, and this is a very beautiful point that counts for the game.… Expand
  16. Mitolinooo
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Mais uma verdadeira obra-prima feita pela santa Monica Studios um game sensacional que merece o GOTY
  17. alexiselmejor
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    es un buen juego, excelente. lamentablemente hay muchos haters que estan creando cuenta para darle 0
  18. Mazini3
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Foi um bom jogo da série god of war tirando o fato de ter poucas armas foi um bom jogo
  19. GrandDarkElf
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Where to I even begin? From the first 10 minutes beginning with being chased by Freya, to then Fenrir passing away mixed with the emotional music. I cried many times whilst playing during cutscenes. I also want to say this game is gorgeous to look at, from the beginning being in Midgard, to the rest of the realms you get to travel to. Seeing the dynamic between Kratos and Atreus becoming even stronger. Watching Atreus come into his own character and also is playable with his own move-set which is super satisfying to use. The core of this game for me is the story and the characters, which I believe this game pulls off flawlessly. You will lose hours playing this epic adventure, I have so many side missions to complete as of writing this review which will add even more hours to my already lengthy playthrough. Now to spoilers, Tyr being Odin actually took me by surprise because when he stabbed Brok, I audibly screamed because I really cared about him. Then seeing Sindri's reaction later on, from being a germ-free, lovable dwarf, to a vengeful dwarf filled to the brim with anger and hate. I felt that, he lost his only family, and he has nothing else now. Also taking out Heimdall was such a joy, that I would do it over and over again in a more brutal fashion. This game finishes the Norse Mythology of God Of War exceptionally well, I highly recommend this game. This is my game of the decade, I have never been this immersed in a world as beautiful and as packed with content as this. Please buy this!… Expand
  20. Keimor35
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Una evolución a su primera entrega , combates fluidos y divertido , gran banda sonora , historia profunda , gráficos alucinantes de nueva generación
  21. Metraverga310
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Este juego la verdad me ha encantado su historia sus gráficos su ambientación sus detalles todo la verdad una obra de arte que si puedes juegala cómprala y disfrútalo
  22. Heyitsau_ra
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Es un excelente juego, aún no lo terminó pero, apenas llevo 17 horas de juego y sigue, la anterior entrega me dejó un sabor a falta de algo, mismo que está entrega me dejó boquiabierto, los mundos que he visitado han evolucionado y cambiado, dejándonos ver qué más hay en esos mundos con paisajes hermosos, hasta donde voy atreus y Kratos han cambiado muchísimo a la anterior entrega y deboEs un excelente juego, aún no lo terminó pero, apenas llevo 17 horas de juego y sigue, la anterior entrega me dejó un sabor a falta de algo, mismo que está entrega me dejó boquiabierto, los mundos que he visitado han evolucionado y cambiado, dejándonos ver qué más hay en esos mundos con paisajes hermosos, hasta donde voy atreus y Kratos han cambiado muchísimo a la anterior entrega y debo decir que me fascinan, los personajes secundarios también aportan muchísimo, cosa que en la anterior entrega dejaban que desear, hablando honestamente considero que este es un excelente candidato al goty, porque la entrega pasado no infundio está sensación de querer jugar más y más, el 2018 era para red dead pero bueno, excelente juego, juegazo!… Expand
  23. Sebitap
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    an incredible experience even better than the first part of 2018, everything above is improved to achieve an unforgettable game and without a doubt a masterpiece, I love it every second!thanks Santa monica studios and Sony Playstation
  24. AlexanderHells
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Um game com qualidade técnica impecável, assim como sua história. A história por mais que deixe algumas pontas soltas, a trama principal, ela finaliza perfeitamente. Com certeza emocionante.
  25. Kandrino
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Una joya de juego , maravilloso desarrollo de personajes , jugabilidad y historia graficos , todo es perfecto
  26. krdz
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    This game has a simple recipe: grab everything that was great about the 2018 God of War and make it bigger and better. GOTY
  27. Matress
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Muito bom , gameplay fluída, ótimos combates , gráficos muito boms , direção de arte impecável , trilhas sonora marcante. e historia envolvente . Pontos negativos , tem vários puzzles pelo mapa e inimigos vão se repitindo ao longo do jogo , porém não interfiram na diversão que o game traz
  28. Bobby_Ruscelli
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm giving 10/10 for compensating review bombing, but it would be a 9,4. God of war Ragnarok perfects all the cons of the 2018 game (mostly thanks to the variety of enemies and bosses), it has a mature, emotional and high-sounding plot full of twists. The combat system is more balanced (maybe Leviathan Axe needs a little nerf) and variegated than the previous one. The equipment choice is extremely good (maybe two or three more armors would be appreciated, but no shortage is felt), builds can be very different and creative. Draupnir spear is an incredible addition which adds variety and speed to gameplay, it has an huge combo possibility wich made me love it. The rythm of storytelling is incredible, with sensational and frequents bossfights. The satisfaction given by exploration is huge and the curiosity to discover new areas of the game is constant, because the game has a lot of beautiful side quests and secondary content. The characters characterization and acting are two of the finest in the industry.
    One thing that I didn't like is the scenic rendering of Ragnarok war: too speedy and too little heavy (emotionally). The contribute of Surtr (Ragnarok) in the battle is minimal and hard to notice. But these two bad things are immediately balanced by two incredible bossfights (Thor and Odin).
    I loved this game and I hope all of you can play it and catch the same emotions that I caught.
    P.S. Sindri best character in human history.    … Expand
  29. Kenislit
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Absolutely game of the year, no words for this emotional masterpiece, everything is put into the right place perfectly.
  30. Tomie
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    I didn’t bet big on this game because I knew from the gameplay that it was the same as with the game of 2018 with only some changes, but here’s the end of the story - it was really interesting to find out how Atreus was already in the established status of a warrior along with his father Kratos : how will they resist the upcoming actions of ragnarok. I can say that the game surprised me,I didn’t bet big on this game because I knew from the gameplay that it was the same as with the game of 2018 with only some changes, but here’s the end of the story - it was really interesting to find out how Atreus was already in the established status of a warrior along with his father Kratos : how will they resist the upcoming actions of ragnarok. I can say that the game surprised me, I liked the director's work (all the fights are worked out as they should, the interweaving of the past with the current problems, the dialogues with the opposing faces are simply mesmerizing). I also want to give special thanks to the soundtracks - this is divine, oddly enough). I said everything. And don't subtract.… Expand
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#3 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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#4 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 140 out of 141
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 141
  3. Negative: 0 out of 141
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    100
    I can't help but tip my hat to the entire Santa Monica team. The deeper you delve into the game, the more you'll be drawn into the stunning story of a father and son against the backdrop of perhaps history's most horrific war. Throw in some casually endearing humour, great and fluid gameplay, and wrap it all up with an amazing audiovisual experience. [Issue#323]
  2. Softpedia
    Dec 8, 2022
    95
    Thanks to an amazing cast that’s doing an outstanding job, a compelling story told through the eyes of multiple characters, and top-notch combat, this epic and heartfelt journey strikes all the right chord. It’s impossible not to recommend God of War Ragnarok, but just in case you had any doubts, I strongly advise anyone mildly interested in gaming to play Santa Monica Studio’s latest masterpiece.
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  3. GameSkinny
    Dec 1, 2022
    80
    It’s a satisfying conclusion to the modern God of War saga, but it’s hard to walk away and not feel like this could have been something greater.
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