God of War: Ragnarok

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7.9

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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
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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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