God of War: Ragnarok

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8959 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,539 out of 8959
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  1. Kuboxkun
    Jan 1, 2023
    9
    Great game best thing i saw in the year. I didn’t expect what would happen and it was amazing my game of the year
  2. Arata84
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    The tallest trees catch the most wind. All these negative reviews, especially 0 are beyond a joke.

    I understand that some people would have trouble sitting through Atreus temper tantrums, and want to slap the kid silly at times. I'm with you right there, but that's what kids are known for. So I'd rather praise Santa Monica for making such a realistic great character that get under my    The tallest trees catch the most wind. All these negative reviews, especially 0 are beyond a joke.

    I understand that some people would have trouble sitting through Atreus temper tantrums, and want to slap the kid silly at times. I'm with you right there, but that's what kids are known for. So I'd rather praise Santa Monica for making such a realistic great character that get under my nails at times, then deprive myself of (one of) Kratos's best game. Seeing my man's story go full circle and his incredible character development over 15+ years does make even men like myself reaching near 40 burst out in tears.

    Also, the combat can be certainly frustating at times. But it's funny that people lay the fault at their terrible decision making which can lead to you getting owned quickly on the combat system. The combat can be as great as you want to make it. Yeah Kratos ain't stopping mid animation to dodge, but how is that wrong? And if you can't get the timing for parries, stand before the mirror that maybe you ain't that great of a gamer.

    Personally, I love the game to death. It's definitely goty material in my book. The story is amazing, the graphics are beautiful, with spectacular level designs. Maybe some are just getting too spoiled. I really don't know which games they are comparing it to for **** on the graphics. And the combat with it endless combinations can be addictive as hell as long as you want to keep bettering yourself. I certainly don't regret spending every penny I have on it, and the GoW controller that I purchased with it.    … Expand
  3. LovingDan
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game is proof that hero stories can end well and right……………………………………….
  4. 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
  5. CarlHF89
    Feb 17, 2023
    0
    Another bitter disappointment from Sony. Perhaps if they focused less on marketing and hype.
  6. Duncs12345
    Jan 10, 2023
    9
    A must play of 2022! The game improves on its predecessor in every way. The narrative, character development and script were excellent.
  7. yangfanhong
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    It is quite irrational to give a score like zero or one to such an excellent and balanced game, and also irresponsible.
  8. Cl4ncyDeWitt
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    An epic adventure that lives up to the name of the franchise and lives up to the hype of two years into its release. From the graphics and gameplay to its story, this game is simply a natural evolution to its predecessor, and expands the universe even further into the future.
  9. Luxox412
    Dec 9, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the game maintains its excellent gameplay from the previous game by making small changes, it maintains the same good graphics as the previous game, I feel that the difficulty went down a bit, I feel that the narrative also went down a bit, leaving many characters in the dark and downplaying some (Jörmungandr, Odin, Thor, Hraesvelgr, Loki, Forseti, Tyr, etc) I feel that although the fights with the Berserkers are quite entertaining and apply that level of difficulty that the story lacks, they leave a lot to be desired. to be desired compared to the Valkyries, I also feel that the Physical Appearance of some Gods like Odin and Heimdall leave a lot to be desired, as well as the fight with Thor and Freya, which are not the most epic that one would expect. Although I liked the game a lot despite the fact that Platinum was very easy, I feel that Cory Barlog set the bar so high with the previous game (God of War 2018), that it was impossible to fail with this game no matter how bad or good it was. outside.… Expand
  10. hileger
    Feb 26, 2023
    6
    гавнарек это еще то фуфло, все твисты в первой части похерены полностью зачем ? нужно было называть боя Локи наверное чтоб купили блять гавнарек. Можно было сделать эпик а получился гавнарек гейплэй сплошные головоломки визуал как у дум этёрнал цветастая хуйня .
    Кратос заебалсяя убейте уже его но нет же выкрутим что насрать больше частей. Сами себя загнали в ловушку    гавнарек это еще то фуфло, все твисты в первой части похерены полностью зачем ? нужно было называть боя Локи наверное чтоб купили блять гавнарек. Можно было сделать эпик а получился гавнарек гейплэй сплошные головоломки визуал как у дум этёрнал цветастая хуйня .
    Кратос заебалсяя убейте уже его но нет же выкрутим что насрать больше частей. Сами себя загнали в ловушку Вобще можно изначально было запустить либо новую франшизу , либо в название уже есть хитрость игра называеться God of War сделали б игру не про Кратоса и легче было б его убить    … Expand
  11. PatrikPotter
    May 28, 2023
    8
    I had really high expectations after a glorious re-entrance in this franchise after god of war (2018).
    God of War : Ragnarok did not disappoint, almost every single part of the game was near perfect, from music , sound design , level design to gameplay.
    I loved the story and the gameplay the most, though I think the game lacked in some lines because they felt unnatural. Where the game    I had really high expectations after a glorious re-entrance in this franchise after god of war (2018).
    God of War : Ragnarok did not disappoint, almost every single part of the game was near perfect, from music , sound design , level design to gameplay.
    I loved the story and the gameplay the most, though I think the game lacked in some lines because they felt unnatural.
    Where the game lacked is those RPG elements and exploration, I wish the game was made more linear than it is but that is just my preference.
    Everything this game did, they did in God of War (2018) better, except for the gameplay which was one of the better ones I played, the story made more sense in GoW 2018 the characters were more loveable, in God of War Ragnarok it felt forced.
    Overall I would recommend this game if you are a fan of God of War series or if you are looking for something great, but I would recommend playing God of War (2018) first.    … Expand
  12. iYAMTO
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    GOW it’s really next GEN game soundtrack gameplay world design NPC’s are all good and perfect
  13. serch_lebid
    Jan 8, 2023
    10
    A great final of the great story. Hope that we will get DLC for this game.
  14. Codywan
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Amazing story, amazing gameplay the very definition of a 10/10. The world is beautiful and so is the interaction between the many characters as the plot unfolds
  15. malik95
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Prove me wrong if u found a game like this one With masterpiece story, soundtrack,
    acton epics scenes, incredible visuals and acting , cuz this game has passed anything you’ve ever played before.    … Expand
  16. SUGATA
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of 2023, and I wonder why it didn't win the Game of the Year award
  17. DedKostet
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This is a fantastic game!!! A wonderful continuation of an interesting story .
  18. TheAmazingBR
    Dec 9, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Problemas que precisam resolver nesse jogo:
    -Falta do NG+
    -Sem customização para o kratos
    -Falta das armaduras do GOW.2018
    -Alguns dos ataques runicos das lâminas que são para curta distância, são completamente inúteis por jogar inimigos para longe.
    -Desequilíbrio entre as armaduras. Armaduras iniciais são mais fortes que as finais. -Dificuldade um pouco alta para dar upgrade no máximo no machado, e nas lâminas. -Falta dos ataques runicos que tinham no 2018, e não tem nesse jogo.
    -Mudança não muito boa no ataque das lâminas ao segurar o □. A maneira como é realizado esse ataque, não deveria ser mudado.
    Deveria ter alguma forma de trocar esse ataque.    … Expand
  19. KreyGame
    Nov 24, 2022
    10
    Un 10 es una nota muy complicada de poner ya que la perfección es un concepto abstracto pero me cuesta visualizar un juego mejor acabado que este.
    Despunta a todos los niveles y mejora la entrega anterior, por eso desde mi punto de vista tiene mi 10.
  20. OnePunch4All
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    la gente piensa que es una mierda y se equivocan por ahora es lo mejor que ha echo una empresa como videojuego.
  21. Ryan_pb
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Incrível. História fantástica com uma evolução dos personagens absurda. Melhora seu mundo em relação ao antecessor.
  22. sam2384
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fascinante una historia en la que le dan protagonismo, a personajes secundarios, vemos la evolución de Kratos y Atreus, nos llena de empatía y tristeza con las historias de los hermanos Hundra y la vida de Freya, es genial poder por viajar a los 9 mundos, Santa Mónica Studios lo hizo de nuevo nos dio un gran juego para volver a disfrutarlo al 100%… Expand
  23. Richard787
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Great game, Santa Monica studios just keeps raising the bar with every GOW release.
  24. Jayduran30
    Dec 29, 2022
    10
    It’s crazy how immersive and interesting this game is. The level of graphics and attention to detail never ceases to amaze me! I use go thing GOW was overrated until I started playing it… and wow!!
  25. Fire-typhoon123
    Apr 5, 2023
    9
    A really good addition to the god of war franchise but in my opinion not as cohesive as God of War 2018. Still a great game nevertheless. But its a little woke and awkward in some parts and the ending could've been more fleshed out. At least Kratos is as bad ass as ever!
  26. Sephirot14
    Mar 2, 2023
    10
    Obra maestra de principio a fin, gráficos que quitan el hipo, música sublime, historia buena de las que da pena que se te acaben, decenas de secundarias y retos divertidos , variados...no hay ningún pero que ponerle. gracias Sony por estas joyas.
  27. Goosetave
    Dec 25, 2022
    7
    Ninguna novedad con respecto a la jugabilidad del anterior. Gráficamente es muy bueno y utiliza la mitología con una originalidad y un arte que pocos alcanzan. Sin embargo todo esto se ve empañado por una historia que parece sacada de un drama adolescente americano, donde lo único que importa son los sentimientos de un niño consentido y como su padre le afirma absolutamente todo. HayNinguna novedad con respecto a la jugabilidad del anterior. Gráficamente es muy bueno y utiliza la mitología con una originalidad y un arte que pocos alcanzan. Sin embargo todo esto se ve empañado por una historia que parece sacada de un drama adolescente americano, donde lo único que importa son los sentimientos de un niño consentido y como su padre le afirma absolutamente todo. Hay momentos realmente deplorables como cuando la familia de Thor se preocupa porque bebe...o cuando Kratos le dice a su hijo que abrace sus sentimientos.
    Es un buen juego, pero no es una genialidad y se queda bastante a medias en todo e incluso por debajo comparándolo con otros grandes juegos del momento.    … Expand
  28. SamiraCerqueira
    Nov 25, 2022
    6
    For me, this game was a huge disappointment. Unbearable puzzles, unbalanced difficulty, full of bugs and horrible textures, not worth it
  29. Lotex
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Pretty strong GOTY contender for me, possibly the strongest so far (still waiting on Alan Wake 2, so we'Ll see) and overall it's an easy 9/10 for me as the graphics are phenomenal, the story is great (strong character development all around) and the voive actors did an outstanding job breathing life into each and every one of them.
    That being said though, I do have a gripe with the game    Pretty strong GOTY contender for me, possibly the strongest so far (still waiting on Alan Wake 2, so we'Ll see) and overall it's an easy 9/10 for me as the graphics are phenomenal, the story is great (strong character development all around) and the voive actors did an outstanding job breathing life into each and every one of them.
    That being said though, I do have a gripe with the game and that's the map design. During the story they are great, but since I'm also a trophy hunter I finished the story first and went back for the collectibles later ad some of the maps, especially parts of Alfheim and most of Vanaheim are a nighmare to traverse without a pointer. Might be just me, but that was the big annoyance factor for me, the rest was great and if you're looking for a game to spend somewhere between let's say 15 and 50 hours, depending on how much you want to do, this is a basically a no brainer.
    It's strongly recommanded to finish God of War (2018) first, but it's probably possible to just enjoy this game on its own if you so choose. Why you'd do something if the "first" game is right there and great too, I don't know, but I gues it's possible.    … Expand
  30. Tom11th
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    One of the best, most well-made games I've played. A great series that gets better and better. I can't wait for the next installment.
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94

Universal acclaim - based on 141 Critic Reviews

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