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  1. 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. 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.
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  3. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game is proof that hero stories can end well and right……………………………………….
  4. 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. Feb 17, 2023
    0
    Another bitter disappointment from Sony. Perhaps if they focused less on marketing and hype.
  6. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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
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  11. 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.
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  12. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    GOW it’s really next GEN game soundtrack gameplay world design NPC’s are all good and perfect
  13. Jan 8, 2023
    10
    A great final of the great story. Hope that we will get DLC for this game.
  14. 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. 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.
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  16. 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. Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This is a fantastic game!!! A wonderful continuation of an interesting story .
  18. 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.
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  19. 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. 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. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Incrível. História fantástica com uma evolução dos personagens absurda. Melhora seu mundo em relação ao antecessor.
  22. 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. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Great game, Santa Monica studios just keeps raising the bar with every GOW release.
  24. 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. 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. 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. 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.
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  28. 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. 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.
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  30. 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.
  31. Feb 25, 2023
    10
    A beautiful sequel to the 2018 game they made the previous game even bigger and better
  32. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Magnifique visuellement beau , l'histoire les personnages , l'action j'ai kiffer le jeu
  33. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Finally a product of absolute quality. A game that leaves you speechless from the first minute to the last. It's true it can be considered a "more of the same" for some things but the game works and is artistically wonderful. The story written in an almost impeccable way and with cinematics that will probably remain in videogame history. The gameplay has been significantly improved andFinally a product of absolute quality. A game that leaves you speechless from the first minute to the last. It's true it can be considered a "more of the same" for some things but the game works and is artistically wonderful. The story written in an almost impeccable way and with cinematics that will probably remain in videogame history. The gameplay has been significantly improved and carries the rightful title as one of the best games of the last twenty years. Absolute masterpiece. Expand
  34. Apr 18, 2023
    10
    Grande Sony como siempre, sacando juegos con una calidad impresionante, Santa Monica Studio no decepciona.
  35. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    I played almost 15 hours and this Game.... it´s not just an Game, it´s a duty for every Single Player to experience this masterpiece. Story, combat, satisfaction, characters, dialogs are made with love and high quality. You can see the work of 4 years!! I couldn´t find any cons, everything makes fun. even some Side quests are Witcher 3 Niveau! My GOTY 2022!!!
  36. Apr 8, 2023
    10
    Masterwork !!! Love it!!! I am waiting for next part! Hope they working on it!
  37. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    A great story with amazing gameplay to compliment it. Not only is this game as good as God of War 2018, it surpasses it in many ways. Truly a masterpiece.
  38. May 1, 2023
    9
    Just like its predecessor, a must have. This time, however, I find the story a bit more complicated and harder to follow. If gow 2018 was a 10/10 for me Ragnarok is at a really good 9/10.
  39. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    reseña personal con 41 horas de juego sacando el final con los créditos en PlayStation 5.

    el cierre y el fin de una era se va con este juego, vivirá por siempre en mi memoria hasta el final de mis días. desde su inicio hasta que acaba se mantiene siempre bastante entretenido, hasta en esos momentos de tranquilidad que puedes ir a explorar y hacer las misiones secundarias. el
    reseña personal con 41 horas de juego sacando el final con los créditos en PlayStation 5.

    el cierre y el fin de una era se va con este juego, vivirá por siempre en mi memoria hasta el final de mis días.

    desde su inicio hasta que acaba se mantiene siempre bastante entretenido, hasta en esos momentos de tranquilidad que puedes ir a explorar y hacer las misiones secundarias.

    el sistema de batalla es llevado a la perfección kratos y atreus se sienten muy bien y bastante, la dirección de cámara que nunca tiene cortes todo se lleva a cabo en primer plano y es algo impecable digno de admiración.

    la narrativa esta perfecta en todo sentidos.

    la dirección es llevada a un nuevo nivel nada que reprochar.

    la actuación de todo el cast es tan buena que todos los personajes les tomas gran aprecio.

    el soundtrack de Bear McCreary es tan poderoso que te llega a el alma con cada melodía usada en cada uno de los reinas, eso sin contar las batallas tienen también su tono especifico.

    la dirección de arte es hermosa, cada uno de los paisajes desde midgard hasta asgard son un deleite para la vista.

    gráficos, al ser un juego que esta hecho para la generación pasada en PlayStation 4, se le dio un gran tratamiento en PlayStation 5 a un framerate de 80 a 90 con VRR.

    es literalmente el juego perfecto.
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  40. Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Game is really a Masterpiece, Graphics, Animations, steady frame rates etc.
    Story is one of its major improvements.
    Character designs and voice acting are top notch. I would definitely recommend this game to anyone.
  41. Dec 19, 2022
    9
    I wrote an entirely different review but it was way too long for metacritic. So I'm taking less time to write a much shorter one. I can't recommend this game more. Okay, so let's get that out of the way. I loved the combat, so freaking good! The graphics and characters, the writing and acting... you don't often see better. Buut... Although I know I'll be in the minority here... I can'tI wrote an entirely different review but it was way too long for metacritic. So I'm taking less time to write a much shorter one. I can't recommend this game more. Okay, so let's get that out of the way. I loved the combat, so freaking good! The graphics and characters, the writing and acting... you don't often see better. Buut... Although I know I'll be in the minority here... I can't help this feeling after getting to the credits and feeling deep disappointment. The world design throughout the majority of the game felt like I was playing on a set with set dressing, I didn't feel like I was in a living and breathing world. I felt... like I was on a set. There were many incredible moments, jaw dropping sections in the game. But do you remember the third game and how just utterly epic that was from start to finish? I mean, it didn't let up the entire way through. Where were all the god fights? Yes, I know there were much more than the 2018 one, but if this was truly the ending to the Norse Sequence like the developers said... Where were they all? Where were all the norse gods? I know, I know! Trust me, I'm giving the game a darned 9 for crying out loud. I loved it! Okay. But still, they were too scared to make any big choices and just... the ending! Oh my gosh, I think I may have just deeply disliked it. I went in depth with spoilers and explanations in my other review on the other platforms but won't here because there isn't enough space.
    I don't know. I can feel a great love for this game, while at the same time be feeling a deep disappointment for what I had hoped would happen in the story.
    This game is very comfortably sitting in 4th place on my personal game of the year list. When I think back on God of War Ragnarök, I will think. Holy cow that game was so freakin awesome... I'll take a pause, then say, "Wasn't it? It was right?" No doubt the person I'm saying it to will say, "Heck yea it was!" Because it is awesome. But at the same time I will always wonder if it actually really was as awesome as everyone says it is. I'm giving it a gosh darned 9 so I clearly think it is... but there's this Kratos shaped hole in my heart and I can't help but know, that I won't know, if I thought it was as awesome as everyone else. In fact, no, that isn't true. I know that, although I love the heck out of this game, I don't love it as much as everyone else. It could've and should've been better. Although at the same time I'm giving it a nine and freaking love the game too. Why am I in such a weird spot with it?This is what I'll say about it... It was a very good game and I really liked, ney! loved it a lot. But I will add no excited inflections nor will I be adding any exclamation points (besides after the one I added after the word 'ney') You can hate me all you want and I know many of you will. I am saying I love this game, I just personally had hoped for a bit of a different story. Again, I can't recommend this game more. Go out and buy it and sing your love from Olympus or your basement, or wherever. Just know that I don't love it as much as you do.
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  42. May 21, 2023
    9
    Great gorgeous the best PlayStation 's 5 game live it love it love it very gooooooood !!!!!!!!
  43. Nov 19, 2022
    10
    This game is utter perfection. One of the best games I have ever played. Must play. It truly baffles me that some ignorant people are calling this a dlc, that is not even remotely true or close to the game we have actually received. This game is a step forward and improves on everything thr 2018 game did
  44. Jan 6, 2023
    8
    Fantastic game! The playability and the scenarios are similar to the previous game, but it's still an amazin game. There are some parts where you play Atreus that are kind of boring tho
  45. Nov 22, 2022
    7
    Poor ending to an otherwise good game. They missed the mark with a vanilla, boring ending where not much eventful happens.
  46. Dec 20, 2022
    10
    masterpiece game of the year its just perfect and it will stay perfect for 5 years
  47. Nov 28, 2022
    10
    God of war Ragnorok was an amazing game with such passionate writing and great set pieces. The combat is very similar to the first god of war but they have managed to refine it and make it even more enjoyable when cutting off the heads of random Drauger or squeezing the life out of those poison bugs! The story was captivating and brought me to tears by the end of the game. The only problemGod of war Ragnorok was an amazing game with such passionate writing and great set pieces. The combat is very similar to the first god of war but they have managed to refine it and make it even more enjoyable when cutting off the heads of random Drauger or squeezing the life out of those poison bugs! The story was captivating and brought me to tears by the end of the game. The only problem i had in this game was the pacing for a certain mission in a new realm but compared to the great qualities of the game as a whole, the pacing in that mission is hardly enough to lower my review for the game. I highly recommend anyone to play this game as it truly is phenomenal. Expand
  48. Nov 16, 2022
    10
    Brilliant game!!!! ☆☆☆ GOW 2018 was already already wonderful game, but Ragnarok took it to another level!
  49. Apr 10, 2023
    10
    a masterpiece in every aspects...
    everything is great
    story amazing
    graphic astoneshing
    music epic
    gameplay awesome
  50. Nov 19, 2022
    8
    I've been waiting a game like this for years. Exploration is fun, fights are immense. narrative is masterpiece. This serie is La divinna commedia of the game history. I played it "god of war" difficulty selection i am happy about that but i would want to kill at least seadirs with one hit... cuz i m the god of war in the game. This is only negative thing about game.
  51. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Everything I was hoping the sequel would be like. Perfect game in my opinion!
  52. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    This game is perfect almost in all details. Very very few bugs, I met 2-3 per all game. Technical part, visual, story, sound, fight system thats all literally perfect. Games that have the such level didn't came for long. Thats my favourite for Game Of The Year.
  53. Nov 21, 2022
    7
    Beautiful and great designed. But the script and director isn't linear and incomprehensible character decisions. There was definitely a lack of many good twists and goosebump moments. Less is often more
  54. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Grafikler şahane. Oyun ilk oyuna göre üzerine geliştirilmiş. Ufak tefek buglar mevcut fakat güncelleme ile düzeltilecektir. Gayet keyifli ve şahane bir oyun olmuş.
  55. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    O jogo é ótimo em todos os quesitos, uma das melhores sequências de jogos já feitas ou a melhor, GOW Ragnarok é uma obra prima!!!
  56. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Absolute pure art! It felt like I was watching and playing in a movie at the same time. Great storytelling, voice acting and lifelike graphics!!!
  57. Dec 15, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to love this game. The 2018 GOW was one of my favorite games and Ragnarok more or less building on the same gameplay experience worked really well for me
    But, the original game had a very simple story that played out beautifully, whereas the sequel fell totally flat. I didn't just not enjoy the story, I hated it. It was nonsensical, contrived, and the ending was deeply unsatisfying. An event - Ragnarok - which is more or less Armageddon, winds up being a very short, very uneventful, boring part of the game. There was more involvement gathering fruit in one of Atreus's pointless side quests.
    The whole "be better" thematic overall I just found aggravating. I am more likely to do another playthrough of the original game than Ragnarok again.
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  58. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game.. improves on it's predecessor in every way! Ignore the people review bombing it without playing it. Expand
  59. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Esse jogo é uma sequência perfeita, melhorou o seu antecessor em todos os aspectos. God of war Ragnarok é um jogo de alta qualidade, áudio, desing, música, narrativa, direção, etc. Um primor técnico dos games. O jogo me prendeu do início ao fim e me emocionei muito nessa jornada, pra mim um jogo de narrativa precisa fazer nós jogadores sentir todas as emoções dos personagens como seEsse jogo é uma sequência perfeita, melhorou o seu antecessor em todos os aspectos. God of war Ragnarok é um jogo de alta qualidade, áudio, desing, música, narrativa, direção, etc. Um primor técnico dos games. O jogo me prendeu do início ao fim e me emocionei muito nessa jornada, pra mim um jogo de narrativa precisa fazer nós jogadores sentir todas as emoções dos personagens como se fossemos nós mesmos ali dentro do game, e God of war Ragnarok faz isso perfeitamente. MEU MELHOR JOGO DO ANO. ESPERO QUE GANHE O GOTY. Expand
  60. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    God where can I even start, from deep characters to how the axe chops up bodies beautifully, everything about this game screams passion and dedication, Sony Santa Monica have done it again this gen with God of War, ending the norse saga that was started last gen with the near-perfect God of War (2018) by giving us an even better sequel, as if perfect could get any better, well apparently,God where can I even start, from deep characters to how the axe chops up bodies beautifully, everything about this game screams passion and dedication, Sony Santa Monica have done it again this gen with God of War, ending the norse saga that was started last gen with the near-perfect God of War (2018) by giving us an even better sequel, as if perfect could get any better, well apparently, Santa Monica can do it, if you liked GOW 2018, you'll love this one, buy it, it's worth every cent. This is what all games should aspire to be, a game with a dedicated, passionate team that wants to give you something you'll always remember, game of the generation. Expand
  61. Dec 15, 2022
    9
    One of the best game out there. Production value is absurd, it's better than a film, gameplay is incredible, the combat system is amazing and a lot better than God of War 2018. Acting and performances are on another level. It runs and looks amazing on PS5. Only nitpick is the end, from the beginning of Ragnarok and the end of the game every thing is to fast, seems almost rushed. I wishedOne of the best game out there. Production value is absurd, it's better than a film, gameplay is incredible, the combat system is amazing and a lot better than God of War 2018. Acting and performances are on another level. It runs and looks amazing on PS5. Only nitpick is the end, from the beginning of Ragnarok and the end of the game every thing is to fast, seems almost rushed. I wished that the end was longer and with more explanations and thought. Expand
  62. Nov 29, 2022
    8
    Well, Ragnarok is a fun and epic game. Although for me there is not that much of improvement, especially graphics and gameplay wise. The Story is presented in a nice way, the exploration is fun and the crater section brought me some siofra river vibes :D Still something is missing and it feels a bit dull sometimes, especially that kratos is unable to step over some snow.. But we alreadyWell, Ragnarok is a fun and epic game. Although for me there is not that much of improvement, especially graphics and gameplay wise. The Story is presented in a nice way, the exploration is fun and the crater section brought me some siofra river vibes :D Still something is missing and it feels a bit dull sometimes, especially that kratos is unable to step over some snow.. But we already had that in GOW4. I'll give it a 8/10 for the epicness, audio, story. Expand
  63. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    It's just fantastic and honestly one of the best sequels in gaming that I can ever think of! Fully worth a play through if you haven't yet.
  64. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece just like it's predecessor. Highly recommend everyone play this game if they have not done so yet. Epic storytelling, epic gameplay combined with some of the most well written characters in video game history comes together to produce one of the greatest games of all time.
  65. Dec 7, 2022
    7
    Decent game, but lightyears away from the quality of the previous entry.
    History is the worst offender
  66. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Simply the definition of a AAA game. This game does everything perfectly and delivers one of the most memorable adventures in videogame history. A masterpiece and my GOTY of 2022.
  67. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Самый настоящий восторг! Я многого ожидал от этой игры, но даже представить не мог, что будет настолько круто. Перипетии сюжета, персонажи, великолепные диалоги - всё на высшем уровне. Эта игра пробудила во мне множество эмоций, заставляла улыбаться или чувствовать ком в горле. Она навсегда в моём сердце, рядом с лучшими играми всех времён. Спасибо!
    P.S. А так же низкий поклон за шикарную
    Самый настоящий восторг! Я многого ожидал от этой игры, но даже представить не мог, что будет настолько круто. Перипетии сюжета, персонажи, великолепные диалоги - всё на высшем уровне. Эта игра пробудила во мне множество эмоций, заставляла улыбаться или чувствовать ком в горле. Она навсегда в моём сердце, рядом с лучшими играми всех времён. Спасибо!
    P.S. А так же низкий поклон за шикарную русскую локализацию. Безупречная игра актёров, идеально подобранные голоса, великолепно переданные эмоции. Возможность играть на родном языке - главный стимул к покупке. Огромное спасибо всем вам!
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  68. Dec 7, 2022
    8
    Overall great experience, but I would personally say that GoW 2018 is overall a better game. It's hard to judge because from a technical standpoint almost everything in this game is better. The levels are great, the music is fantastic, the combat evolves in an appropriate and fun way. I just felt underwhelmed by how the story plays out, 2018 just hit harder. This game was developed underOverall great experience, but I would personally say that GoW 2018 is overall a better game. It's hard to judge because from a technical standpoint almost everything in this game is better. The levels are great, the music is fantastic, the combat evolves in an appropriate and fun way. I just felt underwhelmed by how the story plays out, 2018 just hit harder. This game was developed under COVID restrictions and I believe part of the care was left on the table because of it. Over all great game, a must for fans of the saga. Expand
  69. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    GoW Ragnarok is an incredible experiencie from beginning to end (which by the way is only really reached when you do all the extra content the game has to offer).

    As a sequel to GoW (2018), it takes everything the previous installment did great and made it amazing. The combat, the puzzle solving, the bosses, the side missions, the rpg elements and the character development are taken to a
    GoW Ragnarok is an incredible experiencie from beginning to end (which by the way is only really reached when you do all the extra content the game has to offer).

    As a sequel to GoW (2018), it takes everything the previous installment did great and made it amazing. The combat, the puzzle solving, the bosses, the side missions, the rpg elements and the character development are taken to a whole different level.

    While by the end of the main story its clear the game was actually planned as a trilogy, the landing of the ending and the culmination of the Norse Saga was well executed. We can only wonder where the story will go from here
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  70. Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Скучная, душная игра. По факту тоже самое, что и петвая часть. Реально крупных новвоведений минимум, разве что игра за Атрея чувствуется по-новому, самые интересные моменты связаны с этой частью прохождения. Бесит постоянное нытье и самокопание персонажей, они постоянно сомневаются в себе, постоянно ссорятся. По итогу самыми интересными являются второстепенные персонажи, как Брок с Синдри,Скучная, душная игра. По факту тоже самое, что и петвая часть. Реально крупных новвоведений минимум, разве что игра за Атрея чувствуется по-новому, самые интересные моменты связаны с этой частью прохождения. Бесит постоянное нытье и самокопание персонажей, они постоянно сомневаются в себе, постоянно ссорятся. По итогу самыми интересными являются второстепенные персонажи, как Брок с Синдри, Труд. Мимир постоянно трындит без умолку, ты не можешь просто почилить плывя на лодочке. Бои не изменились, такие же перекаты, блоки и юзнание разных рун, Кратос все также не умеет прыгать, что разнообразило бы механику. Спутников можно прокачивать глубже, появились новые стрелы и приемы, ничего особого. Сам мир стал больше, всяких загадок, сайдквестов навалили гору, но это не оч хорошо, просто утомляют. Графика не сильно улучшилась, некоторые локации, ассеты, анимации перекочевали из прошлой игры без изменений. Не знаю, скучно стало на середине игры. Финал так вообще разочаровал, тухлый эпик, очень много соплей и болтовни в духе "ты можешь стать лучше", не этим мне нравился Кратос и вся серия. Очень воняло соевостью дабы не допустить никакой чрезмерной жести (что странно), никакого шока или вот-это-поворота. Очень стериально получилось. Не хочу продолжения в таком же духе, ну его в жопу. Expand
  71. Dec 8, 2022
    9
    I give this game a 9. I didn't finish the first one (well the 2018 one) but I decided to give a real shot to Ragnarok and I gotta say, it was amazing. While it wasn't really a "next-gen" experience, the graphics were still very good and playing it in high frame rate mode + VRR on PS5 made its gameplay very responsive and smooth.

    As for the story, the reminder of the first game's story
    I give this game a 9. I didn't finish the first one (well the 2018 one) but I decided to give a real shot to Ragnarok and I gotta say, it was amazing. While it wasn't really a "next-gen" experience, the graphics were still very good and playing it in high frame rate mode + VRR on PS5 made its gameplay very responsive and smooth.

    As for the story, the reminder of the first game's story at the begining was great so I wasn't much left out on this side, though I would have appreciate a little bit more details. In general, the storytelling was great and the cut scenes very well done. The way they made the scenes and the characters, I really felt the emotions expressed by all the characters and this is pretty rare in video games (for me).

    For the rest, some might say the gameplay and the missions were a bit repetitive but I really haven't felt that way because it was fun anyway. All in all, I won't enter into the spoiler side but I really recommend this game. I don't think it's a 94, but between 8.5 and 9 is a fair score.
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  72. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    This game had a lot to prove following up one of the most critically acclaimed games of all time and that it did. One of the best stories ever told in a video game, the best graphics a game can offer, breathtaking music, and gameplay which will keep you glued to the screen, this is truly one of the best games ever made.
  73. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing, A renewed faster and more brutal combat with new interesting mechanics, new scenarios, nothing repetitive and an incredible story.
  74. Nov 22, 2022
    10
    One of playstations best ever games made in my opinion as someone who has been gaming for 25+ years. The graphics are incredible if your lucky enough to own a ps5 and a lg oled c1 this game is simply beautiful in 120 frames mode. The game has a new weapon, a spear which is great fun and new realms. It is anything but the same as the old game. Anyone complaining is playing on the dated ps4One of playstations best ever games made in my opinion as someone who has been gaming for 25+ years. The graphics are incredible if your lucky enough to own a ps5 and a lg oled c1 this game is simply beautiful in 120 frames mode. The game has a new weapon, a spear which is great fun and new realms. It is anything but the same as the old game. Anyone complaining is playing on the dated ps4 at 30 frames. It's brilliant. I will add also there is ALOT of content and it took me 40 hours 17 minutes and I still have mini bosses to defeat and side quests to do. That is value for money Expand
  75. Nov 17, 2022
    6
    Although an improvement in many ways from its predecessor, namely new enemies, lots of newly added boss fights and quests that make the game quite rich and worth exploring, I still have to say that this game was a big disappoint in terms of the Aesir, Vanir and Ragnarok plot.
    Both Thor and Odin felt super inconsequential despite their hype, we barelly got to see anything special from the
    Although an improvement in many ways from its predecessor, namely new enemies, lots of newly added boss fights and quests that make the game quite rich and worth exploring, I still have to say that this game was a big disappoint in terms of the Aesir, Vanir and Ragnarok plot.
    Both Thor and Odin felt super inconsequential despite their hype, we barelly got to see anything special from the Aesir, Asgard as a realm was also super disappointing there is absolutely nothing new there and when Odin and Thor were defeated it felt weightless and unmoving.

    Fights like Jormungadr vs Thor we didn't even get to see anything, so incredibly underwhelming...

    All that aside this is still a good game to play, just don't get your hopes up from big names and popular cultural references such as a Ragnarok, this game lore wise leaves much to crave for and none of the main bosses are all that challenging even though they look pretty good animation wise.

    Due to how underwhelming this game was I'm never getting hyped for this series again, but sure I'll keep playing it.
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  76. Dec 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Хорошее продолжение , не хватило лишь контента находиться в этом мире хотелось ещё и ещё , надеюсь хотя бы дополнения будут . Expand
  77. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    This is by far my favourite story game of all time this is the closest thing to a perfect game in my opinion everything is just perfect from the story to the graphics and the combat to the characters ,the dialogue,the scenery,world building I can go on and on but you get the point this is a new bar in the gaming industry Santa monica studios you mad scientist you did it again.
  78. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Better than 2018. Not gonna find this at Microsoft. Definitely gonna be better than starfish. Expand
  79. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    It’s a must play if you have a PlayStation. It improves upon Gow 2018 in nearly every way. Better combat, more boss fights, more enemy variety, more world variety. The story was more grand and complex, and some of the emotion and tension that was there in the 2018 game was missing. Despite that the story was extremely emotional. These moments will probably hit you hard. My only complaintIt’s a must play if you have a PlayStation. It improves upon Gow 2018 in nearly every way. Better combat, more boss fights, more enemy variety, more world variety. The story was more grand and complex, and some of the emotion and tension that was there in the 2018 game was missing. Despite that the story was extremely emotional. These moments will probably hit you hard. My only complaint is that I wish the game wasn’t over. I got the platinum trophy and have seen everything there is to offer. There are still characters that I would like to speak with but can’t, which is disappointing. If you are even thinking about buying the game, just do it. You won’t regret it. 9.5/10 Expand
  80. Dec 8, 2022
    9
    The story is great addition to the original and plays and looks amazing in performance and high framerate!
  81. AYN
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    an amazing sequel to the God of war 2018
    And the lack of different type of enemies and boss fights in the last game is no longer a fact in this part
  82. Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Absolutely stunning, and full of love and passion. The best entertainment can provide. Thanks to everybody who've made it!
  83. Jan 28, 2023
    7
    Es ist ein Technisch eine Granate,für mich reicht es aber mit God of War.Negativ fand ich die Story und mache dummen Dialoge.Bitte schickt Kratos endlich in die Rente bevor ihr ihn völlig zerstört Santa Monica Studios.
  84. Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Another incredible addition to the GoW franchise. The story had me gripped from beginning to end and loved the characters. Compared to its predecessor I didnt find the battles all too challenging and the skill set seems to have simplified somewhat. A couple of minor bugs here and there but I am sure they will be filtered out in time. Overall, another masterpiece.
  85. Jan 15, 2023
    10
    After completing this game I can say that it is better than God of War 2018 in every way. This game is one of those games I will never forget.
  86. Jan 30, 2023
    10
    This is how you make a great sequel. The graphic was outstanding. The combat system was polished with upgrades. The story was well developed. Absolutely GOTY.
  87. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a masterpiece, just love it the game... The history it's incredible and breathe tanking Expand
  88. Nov 16, 2022
    10
    THIS is a masterpiece! It tops part 1 with some easy steps, the gameplay is a bit better, smoother, faster....the soundtrack....oh man this is awesome! Mimir is such fun, the talks between the crew are so good written, made me laugh once in a while. More boss fights than in part 1 and I think I did not even scratch the main story. Little easter eggs are cool. The world looks stunning! JustTHIS is a masterpiece! It tops part 1 with some easy steps, the gameplay is a bit better, smoother, faster....the soundtrack....oh man this is awesome! Mimir is such fun, the talks between the crew are so good written, made me laugh once in a while. More boss fights than in part 1 and I think I did not even scratch the main story. Little easter eggs are cool. The world looks stunning! Just good words for this game. Good to see online people with more than 35hrs gametime and still not finished! Such a game which deserves more than one run! I am so happy that I started this game series just 10 days ago. Part 1 was so addictive, Part 2 even more. As a Elden Ring finisher I enjoy the fighting system very much. Just a recommendation for everyone! Expand
  89. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    An outstanding game. Not quite a masterpiece, I had hoped it would set itself apart more from the 2018 release. It uses the same formula, but with tighter combat and an easier to understand accessory system. A solid 9 out of 10.
  90. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    The game is literally perfect. They took everything that worked in the first game and made it better, changed or improved everything that didn't work, and introduced new things that are just as good. I could not have hoped for a better experience.

    Easily game of the year and perhaps even game of the decade.
  91. Dec 22, 2022
    7
    I found it disappointing. The graphics are there, some of the performances (Odin and Thor especially) are great, and the combat is just as good. But the big moments were mostly missing and even Ragnarok itself struck me as not living up to the myth. My main concern was that the story was too sprawling and shallow. It was unfocused, very unlike the simple but well-crafted story of the firstI found it disappointing. The graphics are there, some of the performances (Odin and Thor especially) are great, and the combat is just as good. But the big moments were mostly missing and even Ragnarok itself struck me as not living up to the myth. My main concern was that the story was too sprawling and shallow. It was unfocused, very unlike the simple but well-crafted story of the first game. Some characters are introduced once or twice and I’m supposed to care about them—I just don’t. Too many moments were unearned. It would have been better if the story focused more on a few characters, particularly Thor and Odin, instead of getting sidetracked so much.

    Ironically, getting sidetracked is actually where I thought the game worked best. The best parts of the game were in the large side quest areas like on vanaheim, when it could be just a game and not a story-game. It excels at that, but it left me disappointed because God of War (2018) was one of the best combinations of story *and* game I’ve ever experienced.
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  92. 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.
  93. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Excellent game. A fantastic story, masterfully told. A real delight to play.
  94. Dec 4, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Half the game is great the other half is meh or just unlikable. The combat is still top notch. Everything feels smooth the graphics look even better this time around after just completing the original reboot. That said most of the story is middling at best. The new main antagonists are just not that great. Odin is some frail old dude who while smart in some aspects get completely out played at almost every turn and is not nearly as intimidating as his dead son Baldur. Thor is a cry baby who is incapable of making his own decisions and is constantly just get told what to do by everyone around him. He literally takes orders from everyone from his dad, to his wife, his daughter, atreus, and Kratos. Atreus is completely different from the confident partner he became in the first game. Arguing at every turn the whole game is basically about following his wishes while also trying to stop him from wrecking the 9 realms. Freya cries, like Alot. Almost everytime she's with you she's crying about how hard her life is like you don't have your own problems. There's also only really 1 OMG moment the whole game. Everything seems just interesting enough to not quit but never "oh my God that's awesome". Spoilers*** You never get Mojlnir. Thors legendary hammer that's talked about the entire first game, the hammer teased at the end, and the hammer included in the special edition. Yeah, almost never in the game except to know down some walls and iceicles. I guess I wanted something more and with no real big scenes other than the finale I was left under whelmed. Is definitely fun for the combat but if you're expecting something as interesting as the original, I don't think it happened Expand
  95. Nov 14, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game very good but camera is bad many times for battle ... 70$ for a game single Player , Elden Ring 60$ All Platform And Coop Online Play Expand
  96. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    As good a game as I have ever played. Story, characters, combat, and overall. All top notch. A must play. Draupnir is sooooo cool.
  97. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Ótima História Combate e arte
    E game play dinâmica
    Personagem únicos mais trabalho do que 1
  98. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Sem palavras pra descrever esse jogo. Gameplay incrível, arte, gráficos, historia. Colocaram muito mais enemigos e bosses ao largo da campanha

    Se vc gostou do primeiro vc vai amar esse.
  99. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    A great closure for GoW, jaw dropping moments keep on happening, always with beautiful graphics and music. Epic! My favorite this year!
  100. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    I'm playing games for more than 30 years !!! Everyone who gave negative points are trolls !!!! Not any game is perfect, but this is a Jewel. Beautiful graphics, pleasant gameplay and good story.
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.