God of War: Ragnarok

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  1. Huy172
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a absolutely stunning masterpiece, at the beginning of the game, you have the most breathtaking fight with thor and the game got some new attacks and later then, you get a new weapon and a new skill tree but I am not gonna spoil for you and man, you will be experiencing the most breathtaking game ever, from the muddy and moist and warm svartalfheim to the freezing cold of midgard and alfheim brings back a lot of memories too. There are a lot of things to explore and it will take you months to finish the game, so all I can say is just sit back and enjoy the game, when you finish just give your most honest opinion and This will be GOTY this year!, mark my words!… Expand
  2. MrRed0547
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    A ver... Esta reseña es lo mas objetiva e imparcial que uno puede dar, ya que el que este leyendo esto ya habrá visto un montón de haters sin escrúpulos en las reseñas y te recomendaría no llevarte la impresión que estos quieren dar simplemente por ser un montón de reprimidos sin nada mejor que hacer, ya que a mi punto de vista obviamente gow Ragnarok es una de las mejores secuelas de losA ver... Esta reseña es lo mas objetiva e imparcial que uno puede dar, ya que el que este leyendo esto ya habrá visto un montón de haters sin escrúpulos en las reseñas y te recomendaría no llevarte la impresión que estos quieren dar simplemente por ser un montón de reprimidos sin nada mejor que hacer, ya que a mi punto de vista obviamente gow Ragnarok es una de las mejores secuelas de los últimos años el juego es continuista obvió pero eso es lo que es una secuela no se que esperaban los necios esos, la mecánicas aunque bastante similares si cambian y eso se nota el juego es emocionante y no una cinematica aburrida como dicen los haters que de seguro ni lo han jugado porque eso se nota a kilómetros nadie quien haya jugado este juego diria eso
    Aun asi esta es mi opinión mas objetiva es juego a mi parecer es excelente muy bueno tiene sus bugs como cualquier juego que sale pero nada que te arruine la experiencia de juego, yo solo recomiendo que lo pruebes por tu cuenta y lo disfrutes es muy bueno y recomendable a mi parecer y se merece ser recordado como lo que es, asu que por favor no seas un hater deplorable y pudento y disfruta de esto que nos gusta que son los videojuegos :D    … Expand
  3. TheForest99
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Simply the best game of 2022. Emotions,Action,Excitement already in the first hours and stunning graphics and performance
    Masterpiece!
  4. Ankar
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GOW Ragnarok is one of the best PS5 games so far. I like the way they handled the story and how they developed the relationship between Kratos and Atreus. The gameplay is addictive and the environments are truly amazing. Overall, this magnificent sequel is the epitome of storytelling. Just play it!… Expand
  5. Gamelover003
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Sin duda la secuela perfecta de un juego perfecto, desde la historia hasta la banda Sonora es increíble, ni hablar de él desarrollo de los personajes y la culminación de algunos, simplemente perfecto,sin duda puedo decir que estamos en frente del GOTY
  6. Andrenoob
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    No soy fanático de God of War, pero su entrega de 2018 es una joya. GoW Ragnarok mejora muchas de esas mecánicas, tiene momentos emotivos y tiene unos giros de tuerca que te van a sorprender en cada momento. Un título obligado para los amantes de los Hack n' Slash y las historias bien contadas.

    Les dejo mi reseña escrita por sí alguno la quiere leer :)    No soy fanático de God of War, pero su entrega de 2018 es una joya. GoW Ragnarok mejora muchas de esas mecánicas, tiene momentos emotivos y tiene unos giros de tuerca que te van a sorprender en cada momento. Un título obligado para los amantes de los Hack n' Slash y las historias bien contadas.

    Les dejo mi reseña escrita por sí alguno la quiere leer :)

    https://andrenoob.com/2022/11/03/god-of-war-ragnarok-obra-maestra/    … Expand
  7. RagnarokIsGOTY
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This game is easily the Game Of The Year. No question. Any negative review you read is a waste of time to read. This game is absolutely flawless
  8. NowhereFast
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This is a game made by the few remaining people in the gaming industry that still care about video games. The story is good because it has drama and emotional moments with the characters. It’s funny without changing the overall narrative. Lots of strong, solemn moments with the characters. Combat is more flexible and allows for viable builds to be made. Graphics are visually stunning.This is a game made by the few remaining people in the gaming industry that still care about video games. The story is good because it has drama and emotional moments with the characters. It’s funny without changing the overall narrative. Lots of strong, solemn moments with the characters. Combat is more flexible and allows for viable builds to be made. Graphics are visually stunning. Highly recommend… Expand
  9. mario999
    Apr 18, 2023
    0
    I finished the game now and need to update my review previously I gave this game 2 points, that is not possible anymore, that game is a solid 0, I have no idea how you can make a so bad game, I could over look the always same environments, copy paste from the previous game, could even look over the 5 enemies which exist in the game which are also all from the previous game, the stupidI finished the game now and need to update my review previously I gave this game 2 points, that is not possible anymore, that game is a solid 0, I have no idea how you can make a so bad game, I could over look the always same environments, copy paste from the previous game, could even look over the 5 enemies which exist in the game which are also all from the previous game, the stupid puzzles, but the story and the so annoying characters without any depth I could care less about anyone in that game, they made kratos look like a fool, then when playing his son is embarrassing you never play almost you just talk and walk, it taked me like 3-4 months to finish the game because its so boring and after 1-2 hours you just don't want to play it anymore, I needed 40 hours to finish all, from the 40 hours I guaranty that 25 hours you watch videos, which are soooo boring and you can't skip anything, each time video came I started to make something else was not able to watch that s*** anymore, this game made me so angry, then kratos now don't want to fight anymore, he is done with all, why in hell a game like god of war is like that, its just so bad, before the end of the game the videos are just ridiculous, worst game I ever played, even worst then fallout 4 and cyberpunk, avoid this game its just a pain, the paid reviews are just ridiculous, I loved the previous game for me previous game is top 3 of best games ever made, but this game here is just embarrassing and cash grab, it is really the worst game I ever played, I never thought I will say something like that about a god of war game, never again I buy a game from this studio, to the studio next time just make a bad movie and you better off, wow wow wow I just can't believe what they done to god of war franchise, please just dont ever make a game again and leave, Videos which take over 1 hour and you can't skip what is that, who cares about the stuff which are in the videos. I could go on and on but I lost already enough time with this worthless game. to anyone just don't buy this game. and I just finished the game because I always finished all god to war games and I just was not able to believe that the game will be that bad, I thought many times to quit the game.… Expand
  10. filipedbranco
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    In terms of story this game is a 10, but the little innovation in gameplay and especially on ps5, do not allow me to give it a 10 overall. It's a 9 at best. Excellent game, but not a masterpiece. And not all of them have to be. Still, a must have? More than that. Exciting, touching story, and a brilliant conclusion to the 2018 game. My only criticism is that on ps5, a 2 year old console,In terms of story this game is a 10, but the little innovation in gameplay and especially on ps5, do not allow me to give it a 10 overall. It's a 9 at best. Excellent game, but not a masterpiece. And not all of them have to be. Still, a must have? More than that. Exciting, touching story, and a brilliant conclusion to the 2018 game. My only criticism is that on ps5, a 2 year old console, Ragnarok still feels like just an upgrade of a ps4 game, as for example we still have loading moments (through walls, "elevators"), and the game makes little use of the dualsense features (I don't understand why). Still, it is an epic game in all other aspects and another phenomenal work that attests to the quality of Playstation studios.… Expand
  11. Phantomx16
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    One of the best of the God of War series if not the best. It surpasses the reboot that released in 2018. PS5 is a must to enjoy this kick ass game. Visually it is stunning, the story fleshes out even more the relationship Atreus and Kratos have. Atreus really takes the forefront in this game, but its not over stated. If you are on the fence about buying this game, please do not hesitateOne of the best of the God of War series if not the best. It surpasses the reboot that released in 2018. PS5 is a must to enjoy this kick ass game. Visually it is stunning, the story fleshes out even more the relationship Atreus and Kratos have. Atreus really takes the forefront in this game, but its not over stated. If you are on the fence about buying this game, please do not hesitate this game is a must. Such a perfect experience, pure perfection.… Expand
  12. Caisonysta
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. INCRIVEL EM TODOS OS ASPECTOS!
    Expandiu tudo do primeiro jogo, o primor tecnico que tinha no primeiro foi trazido a perfeição neste jogo. A historia é incrivel e a gameplay concerteza inovadora de 2018 para 2022. Só o fato de termos uma verticalidade ja deixou o jogo muito mais dinamico. temos a gameplay com o Atreus que muda totalmente as estrategias de gameplay. A lança Draupnir muito adequada ao personagem, novos combos e o grafico concerteza evoluiu. NOTA MAXIMA para esse game. Zerei em 49 horas e platinei em 73 no Ps4 PRO. id: WyllerDK    … Expand
  13. JackOswal
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Wow… BUY THIS NOW. Its great, if this doesnt win game of the year i wont know what to do with myself
  14. willmckasson
    Nov 22, 2022
    5
    Sony delivers another visual masterpiece that fails to build off the sucesses from the first game and forces boring dialogue and woke moments at every turn. I'm surprised sony let kratos stay being a white man since they hate white men and use the story and characters as a way to constantly put men down and equate odin and kratos as white slave owners and everyone else as victims of theirSony delivers another visual masterpiece that fails to build off the sucesses from the first game and forces boring dialogue and woke moments at every turn. I'm surprised sony let kratos stay being a white man since they hate white men and use the story and characters as a way to constantly put men down and equate odin and kratos as white slave owners and everyone else as victims of their white man choices. It's another example of woke culture seeping into a place it doesn't belong and making an industry worse. Unfortunately a new coat of paint of boring talking and walking missions and the horrendously eye sore menu system and plethora of bugs make this sequel a real let down. It would have been more enjoyable as a animated movie and not a game.… Expand
  15. Hoonter10
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Lmao all these 0s are Xbox fanboys mad that Microsoft Studios hasn’t put out no where near a quality single player game like this in nearly a decade.
  16. Sam_Unger
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    Great Game
    Sound design is a liitle bit off, but the art design is amazing, It has everything GoW 2018 lacked, more variety of Monsters and characters, the norse mythology is more present than ever, and that's what makes this videogame so thriving
  17. joash
    Jun 8, 2023
    0
    What did they do to God of War? The combat is like a watered-down version of the previous titles. The story and dialog are boring, which I can deal with but they decide to drag it out more and more and more. God of War is supposed to be an epic hack n slash action game where to story is just dumb fun, not this CW drama and B-tier soulborne combat
  18. mrode
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    If you played the God of War games from the early 2000’s, and are thinking about seeing what all the hype is about, you may not like this game. Kratos isn’t nearly as angry and talks about his feelings. It's much less about the gods and more about relationships. If you liked God of War 2018 as much as I did, you still may not like this version. There is plenty to nitpick about since it'sIf you played the God of War games from the early 2000’s, and are thinking about seeing what all the hype is about, you may not like this game. Kratos isn’t nearly as angry and talks about his feelings. It's much less about the gods and more about relationships. If you liked God of War 2018 as much as I did, you still may not like this version. There is plenty to nitpick about since it's not perfect. But, for me, that's not what a score of 10 means. I believe it will be considered one of the great games of all time when all is said and done. The game looks awesome. The new mechanics are fun. The story is memorable, but you're given plenty of time to explore and admire. Unless you've been searching for spoilers, you will not see many moments coming. There'll be plenty of opinions out there, but I hope you like it as much as I do.… Expand
  19. DaviksGames
    Aug 26, 2023
    0
    DLC das piores jogo repetitivo desnecessário q bosta de jogo
    Deveria ter parado no 3 tava bom
  20. marvsfontanilla
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    Story: 9
    Graphics: 10
    Sound: 10
    Gameplay: 10
    Game Time: +60 Hours (Main Story + Extra)
  21. KillsInVersace
    Dec 4, 2022
    0
    The gameplay is great, but the fact that we are forced to watch all the cinematics screws EVERYTHING up
  22. Msafari98
    Dec 5, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have finished the game and got platinum trophy, but I expect the game was way better than just being good
    This must be trilogy, you ruined it
    The world is empty again!
    They compare side quests with The Witcher 3 but GOW is way behind
    Odin didn't give a sh*t about Ragnarok but the mask
    The Ragnarok was not about world ends but only Asgard! I think lazy devs made this decision, also Ragnarok itself was not big deal, you name a game Ragnarok and it's 10% about Ragnarok itself
    Thor said I see you again to Kratos at the beginning but never catch Kratos up till last hours of game, Odin disguised as Tyre but for what reason? Did he use the information he gathered? No, he knew Kratos is seeking the spear for killing Himdal but didn't warn Himdal or at least didn't take horn from him .
    Fenrir was ghost and had do nothing In storyline. Thor the god of thunder has been killed by one-hit spear and vanished :/
    Also Combat algorithm of Odin, Thor and even Himdal was poor and bad and not breathe taking at all.
    The narrative was bad
    Combat system didn't add anything but they removed bare hand and some Blade combos.
    Asgard is little village, I expected huge palaces and City, Again thanks for lazy devs
    What have you been doing in these 5 years? I was huge fan of GOW but I hope Elden or any other games win the goty award, also metacritic score is worthless, 94? It should be something around 80`85 thanks to Gameplay, graphic and Sindri/Brok, that's it    … Expand
  23. Spidey2099
    Aug 14, 2023
    3
    I would rather have 10 hour amazing game that i may replay in the future where everything was refined then to go through a game like this ever again.

    Amazing delivery of dialogue and its story, great facial captures. Overall this is bad game if you think about it. The story itself isnt that good. The norse charecters and its mythology are not incorporated well at all. Feels like normal    I would rather have 10 hour amazing game that i may replay in the future where everything was refined then to go through a game like this ever again.

    Amazing delivery of dialogue and its story, great facial captures. Overall this is bad game if you think about it. The story itself isnt that good. The norse charecters and its mythology are not incorporated well at all. Feels like normal people tv drama show. You do not feel like god or that you are in a universe that gods exists. It sure is beutiful and graphics and the delivery is absolutely top notch.

    But dear god this game is so long just to finish the main campaign and even that was really hard. So much dialogue, walking, climbing repeated enemies. It just dragged on and on without any meaningful reasons. Not to mantioned all the side content that has bloated this game beyong belief.

    Gameplay can defenitly be satisfying but the rpg loot/stats systems assosiated with gameplay doesnt do anything except waste players time to make game longer. So much handholding with the traversal. You cant freely grapple or jump. Everything is on rails.

    I may have bought this game and santa monica.sony may think they already have sales. But if developers dont provide what consumers demand they will not get sales from thier next game. Rpg mechaniches are the worst things thats happened to games industry in my opinion. Shallow way to get you to be addicted.    … Expand
  24. Phillanaconda
    May 15, 2023
    0
    Juego aburrido, soso repetitivo, mal hecho, personajes insulsos, solo para ponys
  25. Benkingham
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Great game overhyped myself far to much though and the high reviews made me even more hyped I wached theory videos for years and didn't get the answers I expected good game overall though just my personal experience was tainted due to hype.

    (edit) I originally had this as an 8 but after replaying on harder difficulty I'd say 9 now
  26. adrianollsbr
    Jan 30, 2023
    0
    the sad dad simulator return for a one more boring journey, now less violent, more friendly with enemies than ever.
  27. Rekbond
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    Just like the last game, a masterpiece. Great combat, an exciting story, charming characters, and a detailed rich world. The world feels much more alive than GOW 2018, every realm feels unique to explore and discover. There is a lot more diversity in the enemy design, a major improvement since GOW 2018. The combat didn't change that much, which is not a bad thing since it was amazing theJust like the last game, a masterpiece. Great combat, an exciting story, charming characters, and a detailed rich world. The world feels much more alive than GOW 2018, every realm feels unique to explore and discover. There is a lot more diversity in the enemy design, a major improvement since GOW 2018. The combat didn't change that much, which is not a bad thing since it was amazing the last time and it remained as such.

    I would have given this game a perfect score but during my gameplay, I encountered a lot of bugs, invisible enemies, and graphics not loading in properly. There for a 9/10, a must-have for the PlayStation.    … Expand
  28. Vdll44
    Nov 16, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ragnarok was a game i expected a lot from, and it matched, if not exceeded, all my expectations. Enemy variety is insane,bosses are AMAZING. The story and writing overall is impeccable.
    Gameplay is flawless aswell, and the difficulty on hard modes is well done. I was worried about roaming Midgard once again, only to found myself in there a few times only. The side quests are HUGE and EPIC, they feel like they are the main one. Me that was worried about a « GOW 1.5 » i did not felt this way at ALL.

    And please, do not listen to all the Elden Rings stans (insane game) and xbots review bombing. This game is a MUST-PLAY, and my 2022 GOTY imo.

    Thank you Santa Monica Studios.    … Expand
  29. scarbo
    Aug 16, 2023
    2
    Just waste of time. The only good thing might be graphics but not better than horizon forbidden west. Generally map feels so small and skintight. Combats are routine and pointless. It’s like they’ve just made it for story, not for innovation. It could have been a dlc maybe.
  30. WsaEleven
    Feb 9, 2023
    0
    The biggest disappointment I've ever had. The game is unbearably boring because of the characters who don't stop talking for even 1 minute, throughout the game they tell you what you need to do, they tell you how to solve the puzzles, they don't allow you to think and solve them on your own. It's unthinkable that the studio managed to turn something as amazing as God of War into a gameThe biggest disappointment I've ever had. The game is unbearably boring because of the characters who don't stop talking for even 1 minute, throughout the game they tell you what you need to do, they tell you how to solve the puzzles, they don't allow you to think and solve them on your own. It's unthinkable that the studio managed to turn something as amazing as God of War into a game for 5 year olds. The only way to make the game less unbearable and be able to play it is resetting the dialogue volume in the settings, thus removing the voices of Mimir and Atreus that tell you absolutely everything that needs to be done in each part of the game. The gameplay became absurdly boring and irritating, causing me to abandon the game without even completing the story.… Expand
  31. kratos10
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    Best game to release on playstation in a long time. Graphics and artistic detail put into the characters and world are breath-taking every inch of the game looks stunning on the PS5. Combat is fun and rewarding with a much wider range of bosses compared to the first game. Story telling is fantastic with a lot of in depth lore from Norse mythology making you feel like every character hasBest game to release on playstation in a long time. Graphics and artistic detail put into the characters and world are breath-taking every inch of the game looks stunning on the PS5. Combat is fun and rewarding with a much wider range of bosses compared to the first game. Story telling is fantastic with a lot of in depth lore from Norse mythology making you feel like every character has had a long backstory before the start of the game.… Expand
  32. ulises111190
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    epic andventure...................................................................................................nothing more to said
  33. dillpickle716
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Truly a good experience the story is excellent and the combat is better than in the 4th game good dialog and it's a 10/10. oh and get in the boat boy.
  34. GodlyPower
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    It's the f@#$king GOD OF WAR!!Nothing below 9 is acceptable.The spectacular gameplay alone.I mean c'mon people!!!
  35. Shahab_sg666
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This one is great game I like That but the End of Story Wasnt Good , final Fight Thor Should was Better , I Expect Fight with Eagle in HellHiem but... , end of story so much cliché , I'll tell you briefly everything perfect until just before when ragnarok Started… Expand
  36. Jesus_G_G
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Simplemente mejora todo al anterior juego de God of war de 2018, desde lo técnico hasta la historia, es como se debe hacer una secuela haciendo más y mejor tomando deciciones que importan para la narrativa y mejorando jugablemente implementando nuevas mecánicas y añadiendo de manera inteligente y creativas nuevos puzzles.
  37. 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
  38. 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.
  39. Wplyhx
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    Perfect game by all means. Truly a journey I would never forget. If you haven’t heard of the series and thinking about trying it, don’t hesitate.
  40. Sheek360
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. They topped 2018’s version and I thought that would be impossible
  41. mGortz
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    An absolutely enthralling game, picks up and runs with the same epic story from its predecessor (albeit it is perhaps a little too long!)

    The game is as long or as punchy as you like, with plenty of challenging side content for you to ignore or indulge at your whim. I found myself wanting to complete this game as fully as possible - each piece of side content also has a story and a    An absolutely enthralling game, picks up and runs with the same epic story from its predecessor (albeit it is perhaps a little too long!)

    The game is as long or as punchy as you like, with plenty of challenging side content for you to ignore or indulge at your whim. I found myself wanting to complete this game as fully as possible - each piece of side content also has a story and a reason to exist in this world.

    This is definitely not the DLC so many critics seem to think it is.

    I cannot recommend enough.    … Expand
  42. Jennyb010
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    This game should win Game of The Year! This game was so so beautiful. The graphics and story are so good. The characters are beautifully written, i cried a few times. The 1st God Of War was great but i do think this one is better. Highly recommend.
  43. Mjot
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    Really good game.......,....................................................
  44. joey198
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    Amazing game, I'm giving an 8 just because the backseating is just too much. There should be an option to prevent companions giving hints.
  45. trodgers99
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Sad that people are review bombing this game. It's magnificent on every level possible, SSM have outdone themselves with this.
  46. Girask
    Dec 11, 2022
    5
    An absolutely perfect game. Whenever a new God of war comes out it always comes out with a new console so I immediately buy the game with the console. Pity for those fake fans who criticized this piece of art. You can tell that they don't know how to value things
  47. bapitiboopy
    Jan 10, 2023
    0
    Nothing but a SJW God of war 2018 DLC. Extremely sad. I really wanted to like this game. Not sure if the old creative director left but it feels that this was not made by the same people who brought God of war 2018.
  48. deadpoolfan1185
    Jan 22, 2023
    0
    not a 10 this game is the same as the other ones just different monsters and story same characters as the last one same combat upgrade gears armor weapons skills.glad i rented it and didn't buy it.
  49. Jhoanzamora12
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    El mejor de su saga por sus gráficos e historia muy increíble ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️@
  50. sirjuicebox
    Jan 24, 2023
    7
    Very good game overall but doesn't have the same punch as the 2018 reboot does.

    Many of the mechanics are the same from GoW 2018. I played the first game in October, so maybe I have strong recency bias, but everything lost its freshness. For combat, you start out with the two weapons you finish the story with from 2018, and you gain one during your playthrough about halfway through.    Very good game overall but doesn't have the same punch as the 2018 reboot does.

    Many of the mechanics are the same from GoW 2018. I played the first game in October, so maybe I have strong recency bias, but everything lost its freshness.

    For combat, you start out with the two weapons you finish the story with from 2018, and you gain one during your playthrough about halfway through. The third weapon is a nice change, and I actually used it most of the rest of the game, since I was getting bored of the two weapons you used for the past 2 games. Runic attacks are completely uninspired, and I believe they are all the same from the first game, so for much of the game, you're performing the same moves as you did in GoW 2018. Enemies are basically rinse and repeat from GoW 2018, since they reuse many of the same realms. I found this uninspired. There are a few welcome differences in the combat, but I found it extremeley stale when comparing to GoW 2018.

    The story and writing are terrific as expected and the game is really pretty.

    I've written more negative than good in this review, but I'll give it a mixed score, since I still found it really fun and a great playthrough even with all of its flaws. I think the "movie" part of this game is a 10/10, and the gameplay is a 6/10. I personally value gameplay over story, so that's why it doesn't average out fully for me.    … Expand
  51. Joshua100605
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    I have so much to say about this game, it’s is stunning and breathless in its presentation and able to leave fans walking away in tears. Yes this game has a few cracks that prevent it from being perfect but this is a masterpiece and I cannot wait for another 4-6 years until we see where Kratos’ and Atreus’ journey takes them next.
  52. playstationwinr
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    This is the best game I’ve ever played in my entire life. I cried numerous times. Even went back and beat it again on GMGOW. There’s no debate. This is the best video game of all time.
  53. mattdylan101
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    What an incredible game about a father and son and the emotional bond they share. Most of you have become too critical of video games. The game Carrie’s the same mechanics from the previous game and builds upon those. I haven’t had this much fun playing a video game since Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey. Santa Monica poured their hearts and souls into this game to give us something exceptional.What an incredible game about a father and son and the emotional bond they share. Most of you have become too critical of video games. The game Carrie’s the same mechanics from the previous game and builds upon those. I haven’t had this much fun playing a video game since Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey. Santa Monica poured their hearts and souls into this game to give us something exceptional. It’s better than the 2018 version in every way. Rich in story, incredible graphics, challenging but not impossible gameplay, and a huge world for you to explore. It’s honestly better than Elden Ring in every way. Elden Ring was just boring, empty, outdated, and impossibly difficult. This game truly deserved to be GOTY.… Expand
  54. Dantek
    Jan 28, 2023
    2
    The most disappointing game of my life, doesn't even compare in depth to the previous one, seems like a game for teens who watch Netflix series too much.
    I was waiting this game for 4 years and it was for nothing, the change of director ruined the potential this game had.
    It's not a bad game, but it destroyed what the series could be.
  55. Budjik
    Feb 14, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am so happy for anyone who enjoyed this game, I am just not one of them.

    I really loved the last game, and I really really wanted to love this one. I don't have that much time to game on PS5, so when I finally did.

    I think lots of my gripes with this game come from the fact that it seems to be developed for PS4 first and PS5 as an afterthought.

    I was excited about PS5 and the basically no loading times thing which promissed very different approach to level design. And I got none of it here. I got a PS4 game that was really really good at wasting so much of my time by constantly making me do things that usually hide loading new environments. THe game is just non-stop about lifting stones/tree trun/squeezing through tight spots with the same animation every single time. Things that I understood in PS4 era, like the world tree travel sequence, slow riding around etc. I don't know - Ijust hoped for something more exciting.
    Also the strict definition of areas with free exploration and linear level are so harshly separated, it reminded me of Pokemon Sword/Shield and again made me sad, we couldn't get something more seamless (at the same time I like that the game didn't turn into classic gigantic openworld with tons of boring things to do to clear every icon on the map).

    Another thing connected to level design - the game is full of invisible barriers and in its story parts, it really is just a corridor. And maybe it is just me, but I feel like in 2023 (22) it is not a big ask to make these barriers more natural looking, or maybe go another way around it. If you have a character, that in cutscene jumps 100 meters and then you have to go around through crazy puzzles to crost 1m tall fence, it just really breaks the immersion.

    Maybe it is just me not keeping up with videogames anymore, but I really really do not enjoy Souls like games. (this kinda ruined Jedi Fallen Order for me) and I feel like the bossfights (especially the non compulsory ones) got much closer into this direction, which is perfectly fine, but I really didn't care for it. It just feels so unbalanced, when you fight against some famous deities and it feels so much easier than trying to kill some random undead captain in the middle of nowhere. Also it feels like something happened with development in the second half of the game and the bossfights are just very generic and are nowhere near the quallity of the first game (or even the first half of this game).

    Regular fights felt mostly great although enemies are mostly forgettable and a lot of times reused from the previous game. Especially with the axe. Here I thought they could have done more with the Dual Sense controller. It feels uneven. While there are moments the controller is really usedw well, there are many when it feels less immersive than the dual shock. But hey, I guess I just go spoiled by Astro's playroom... I don't know.

    The most lackluster part of gameplay is the parts where you play as Atreus, which just doesn't feel nearly as good as playing as Kratos and yet you spend significant portion of the game playing as him, athough I do loke some of the story beats there.

    Generally the best part of the story is the second half of Kratos and Atreus story. At first, we get a lot of fairly lazy witing creating drama out of witholding information for no explained reason + it feels generally like a setback of Kratos and Atreus's relationship from the first game. Kratos is still grumpy and doesn't trust Atreus and Atreus is still doing things behind his back and it really feels like it undone good bit of the character development from earlier. At some point in the story, when they finally start trusting each other, things improve and we got some really good story moments that I enjoyed. I generally very much enjoy Kratos and Christopher Judge's voice acting, the game shines when Kratos is present.

    I also very much like how they potrayed Thor, his family and their story and I while mechanically I didn't enjoy Ironwood level, it was one of the more beutiful ones, I loved Angrboda as a character and her use of color in attacking was one of the finest moments of the game. Bossfight connected to this level is also one of the more original ones.

    Most of the enviromental puzzles aren't really about logic, but mostly about trying to find that one thing, that will make it all work. And by find I mean literally find it in the level, not find out how it all works together, so most of the time the puzzles seem like they are there just to slow me down. That is especially true in a level, with a truly giant bossfight, where after is done and this very intense fight is over, we still need to do a boring puzzle just to get out of level - that in my book is not great level design.

    I really think that maybe it is just me, maybe my preferences have changed over years, I just really could not get into the mechanics, or care about anybody else than the main two protagonists.    … Expand
  56. BiohazardMax
    Feb 18, 2023
    3
    I'm a huge fan of God of War series, played many times all games , but this game maked for the children.
  57. dixon_seider
    Feb 23, 2023
    4
    This game came with my PS5 when I bought it new. I have never played a GOW title in the past so being thrown directly into the lore without any backstory is a bit jarring. I've put in 3 hours thus far and it feels like a movie that wants to be a video game. I seriously put my controller down anytime there is a cut scene. Any game that makes me want to put the controller down isn'tThis game came with my PS5 when I bought it new. I have never played a GOW title in the past so being thrown directly into the lore without any backstory is a bit jarring. I've put in 3 hours thus far and it feels like a movie that wants to be a video game. I seriously put my controller down anytime there is a cut scene. Any game that makes me want to put the controller down isn't good. It may be the worst voice acting I've ever encountered, I can barely understand Kratos and Odin sounds like a random guy from New York, not very immersive.
    I have no emotional connection to the character and therefore no reason to care if I die or fail a mission. I am not motivated to continue playing this game and am not encouraged that everyone thinks this a good title. Are there no good games on this platform? Should I just return the PS5?    … Expand
  58. Rodbang
    May 14, 2023
    1
    It feels as the first God of War. There isn't much evolution in terms of gameplay, this could be fine if the story was better however it is lazy and generic not as the previous game
  59. Vadimhr
    May 21, 2023
    0
    What a stupid game. Just press the buttons you see on the screen. No chance to step left or right just move forward the way the game wants. No ability to skip cinimatics. Really do not understand why this bs has so high rating.
  60. QuasarKnight
    May 15, 2023
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Decepcionante... Uma das minhas franquias prediletas massacrada em um único game! Inegavelmente o jogo possuí gráficos fantásticos, uma gameplay de combate bem variada, podendo mesclar vários tipos de combos com diferentes armas, apesar de ser extremamente similar ao game anterior de 2018. Infelizmente eu preciso apresentar alguns pontos e expressar meu descontentamento.
    1° As narrativas criadas para justificar *Plot Holes* grotescos sem sentido, exemplo: Kratos tem equipamentos, armas e magias de origem Grega, porém ele não pode usar pois está fora do reino de sua origem. Está justificativa não faz sentido nenhum pois Kratos utiliza da sua fúria espartana e as lâminas do caos que imbuem magia Grega nos reinos nórdicos.
    2° *Descaracterização* do personagem Kratos: Nos antigos jogos da franquia, até mesmo no game de 2018 vemos um Kratos violento, brutal e disposto a fazer qualquer coisa pra tirar seus inimigos do seu caminho. Em God of War Ragnarok Kratos perdeu totalmente sua essência, a justificativa de que seu filho o fez mudar é justa, mas mudar completamente virando chacota? Ele perde sua vida para Thor e poupa a vida de Heimdall (um Deus arrogante que tentou contra a vida de Atreus) no mínimo Heimdall merecia uma morte como Poseidon e Hércules. 3° *História e narrativas fracas*: Esperávamos um Ragnarok como foi a queda do Olimpo em God of War 3 porém optaram por fazer um game "Disney" com uma história meia boca desinteressante. 4° *Hype* em cima do martelo Mjolnir: Assim como a Blade of Olympus, seria mega interessante o Kratos utilizar uma dessas armas para enfrentar o pai dos Deuses Odin, porém infelizmente todo o hype que fizeram com o martelo foi em vão (mais uma descaracterização do personagem pois ele sempre utiliza as armas dos seus inimigos para conseguir mais poder) para a utilização do martelo Mjolnir seria apenas criar algo como em God of War 2 onde Kratos conseguiu erguer a Blade of Olympus. 5° *Odin é um personagem decepcionante* e não passa imponência: Acho que é justo dizer que todos esperavam um Odin badass assim como Zeus. Infelizmente ele é fraco e muito mal aproveitado, o que me dá impressão de que o game foi rushado ou o roteirista é inexperiente.    … Expand
  61. Kaiser12
    May 17, 2023
    0
    Graphics are great gameplay **** sucks. Go play tears of the kingdom way better!
  62. wellBehavedfish
    May 27, 2023
    0
    Bugged out after a death without having the option to interact with required function and so I had to reset the game several times.

    The combat is soggy and unenjoyable outside of the easiest difficulty for the lack of controls to parry from behind and ruins the fluidity of the game. The story is lackluster and exorbitantly long and drawn out in excessively uninteresting sections. Worst    Bugged out after a death without having the option to interact with required function and so I had to reset the game several times.

    The combat is soggy and unenjoyable outside of the easiest difficulty for the lack of controls to parry from behind and ruins the fluidity of the game. The story is lackluster and exorbitantly long and drawn out in excessively uninteresting sections. Worst Sony exclusive I’ve played.    … Expand
  63. Abood828
    Jun 18, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad!!!! 70$shdhdhdhpADno01kekeekktlkjahbadddd very bad very on price baddddddddd… Expand
  64. PovThePlayer
    Jun 15, 2023
    0
    This is just another copy & paste, the models, the animations, the engine are the same as the previous release. Also too much fog
  65. Rafael_LMR
    Jun 16, 2023
    0
    This game is one of the worst games i have ever seen. 100% not recommend it and i wish it never cane out!
  66. Dohmeat
    Jul 16, 2023
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. r? How is he able to land on the dragons, but they can’t hit them with bows? It truly seems to be written by AI. The portrayal of Odin and some of the other gods is just bizarre. I can see it being funny to have Richard Schiff as Odin in a meta comedy kind of story, but it doesn’t work in this melodrama, and lends to the anticlimax of the ending. The combat doesn’t make up for it; low stakes, it doesn’t get better, you don’t get big schools of mobs like in old school gow. When you’re underleveled, you do endless chip damage but dodge constantly to avoid dying in 3 hits ; it’s very uninspiring. The mobs are harder than the bosses, and the bosses are worse than in the prior game, which looks worse in retrospect. it is beautiful and has some good missions, and i think the basic combat system is decent and could have been used in a better game, but it’s possibly the worst PS exclusive, including Days Gone. I regret paying for it, and would wait for it to hit a subscription service or drop substantially.… Expand
  67. ekojordy
    Aug 28, 2023
    1
    Gameplay is horribly below the industry standard for action games.

    The default difficulty will have anyone breezing through every scenario without a single death. The harder difficulties increase enemy health a ludicrous amount, while ensuring that the offscreen projectile spam stops every combo (thanks to an insane lack of any dodge offset type of feature). The camera is atrocious and    Gameplay is horribly below the industry standard for action games.

    The default difficulty will have anyone breezing through every scenario without a single death. The harder difficulties increase enemy health a ludicrous amount, while ensuring that the offscreen projectile spam stops every combo (thanks to an insane lack of any dodge offset type of feature). The camera is atrocious and will neuter your characters movement when trying to switch targets. No replay value whatsoever due to long un-skippable talking and walking scenes. The single-camera presentation is ruined by an insane amount of menu usage all in the service of terrible RPG elements that hardly influence the combat.

    The writing in this game is just as bad. No subtlety, every character says exactly how they feel. All plot points involve a MacGuffin, just like the last game. The vast majority of character conflicts come from a contrived lack of communication. Many of the character beats are poorly motivated as well. The story tries to explore themes of family and fate, but nothing new is said. Being an abusive person is bad. Letting other people decide your fate is bad. In gameplay, the characters yell the solution to every puzzle before giving the player a chance to observe the puzzle's elements. While in combat, the side characters constantly yell to use a shield strike to stun enemies. Any sense of immersion the game is trying to build is destroyed as soon as the player takes control.

    There are also game-breaking bugs littered throughout. I feel like I have been tricked by both reviewers and developers into buying this game.    … Expand
  68. djape
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece as 2018 simply. A must play for GoW fans.! Epic and emotional.
  69. Sannikov123
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Truly Epic and Beautiful! My Game of the year. Thanks to Santa Monica Studios.
  70. thebrutalsam
    Nov 10, 2022
    5
    it feels exactly like the old game as if nothing changed and doesn't improve anything upon it, relationship between kratos and his son is worse than it was before and feels off, weapons variety is very low, enemy variety so low they feel copy pasted same thing with locations, they feel like the same place with minor changes in colors and objects. the drama between characters gets reallyit feels exactly like the old game as if nothing changed and doesn't improve anything upon it, relationship between kratos and his son is worse than it was before and feels off, weapons variety is very low, enemy variety so low they feel copy pasted same thing with locations, they feel like the same place with minor changes in colors and objects. the drama between characters gets really boring and long with family issues at the center, the next game should drop the drama… Expand
  71. Rafael021
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    GAME OF THE YEAR! Esse jogo é incrível, a historio é excelente com uma trilha sonora espetacular. Uma continuação perfeita, recomendo muito esse incrível jogo
  72. Slimef41
    Nov 10, 2022
    7
    I really liked God of war 2018 and heading into this game I was expecting an amazing and breathtaking experience that i would never forget but the game was just Meh. Being honest this is a PS4 game there is no defining feature that stands out from the PS4 version from the PS5. The game also has these obvious loading screens that pretend the they are not. Overall 7.6 out of 10
  73. MorgothX2112
    Nov 27, 2022
    0
    Puzzles are solved for you as I’m looking around for ravens. Mythology is crammed into exposition information dumps. No freedom until the game gives you the tools. Combat is ok but still if an enemy is higher level you get 1-2 shot so the only way to use skill is by never getting hit. The endless talking about stupid stuff and puzzles being solved for you just ruin any fun. This is nowherePuzzles are solved for you as I’m looking around for ravens. Mythology is crammed into exposition information dumps. No freedom until the game gives you the tools. Combat is ok but still if an enemy is higher level you get 1-2 shot so the only way to use skill is by never getting hit. The endless talking about stupid stuff and puzzles being solved for you just ruin any fun. This is nowhere close to the “masterpiece” reviewers hailed it to be. They have turned one of my favorite series into another Sony style game that are all starting to blend together with little to no differences (Last of Us, Uncharted, Spider-Man, Days Gone, etc)… Expand
  74. gowruner
    May 15, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pelo menos acharam alguns glitchs pra zuar. Esse jogo consegue deixar o de 2018 bom em alguma realidade paralela bizarra… Expand
  75. LatinCritic13
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Well, this is it bois, Kratos and his troublemaking son boi, I mean, Atreus are back and their new chapter in Ragnarök is full of surprises. God of War: Ragnarök is epic, huge, and emotional all around. Gameplay is fluid as its predecessor but even better. The visual effects and sound design are immaculate, motion capture work performed by the main cast are excellent, and finally, there’sWell, this is it bois, Kratos and his troublemaking son boi, I mean, Atreus are back and their new chapter in Ragnarök is full of surprises. God of War: Ragnarök is epic, huge, and emotional all around. Gameplay is fluid as its predecessor but even better. The visual effects and sound design are immaculate, motion capture work performed by the main cast are excellent, and finally, there’s the narrative and it is incredible. This game is brutal, funny, emotional, and kickass - period.… Expand
  76. Cooky85
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece is an understatement. Best game this year, such a shame the developers said their won’t be another game set In the Norse saga.
  77. theTRUTHson
    Nov 10, 2022
    6
    It's a good cinematic experience, not a great video game. There is a difference.
  78. Officialsomaral
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    GAME OF THE YEAR! Amazing, the combat got even better , the soundtrack/ OST fits with the scene, and right when you play your already into action, and even more better side characters , and digs deeper into the lore and backstory of other characters and not just that into the story as well, the game makes you feel like kratos just whooping ass! the replay value is amazing , story is aGAME OF THE YEAR! Amazing, the combat got even better , the soundtrack/ OST fits with the scene, and right when you play your already into action, and even more better side characters , and digs deeper into the lore and backstory of other characters and not just that into the story as well, the game makes you feel like kratos just whooping ass! the replay value is amazing , story is a 10/10 , and the cast is a 10/10 amazing voice acting and amazing actors, i see they put the actor from daredevil as faye, the comedy and dialogue is Hilarious on the boat journeys and walking , pacing is amazing, you already get into action , they give you a option to even get a recap from 2018s God Of War 10/10 Haven’t found a flaw yet , finished the story, about to platinum , That’s all , This id one of the greatest games of all time… Expand
  79. toni-
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Um grande fã da OG GOW desde o primeiro dia e sou grato pelo trabalho nessa obra-prima de um jogo!! 10/10
  80. Allgaming
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    A worthy sequel. Game is doing better where the first one did wrong. Variety in enemies, cool and cinematic bosses, very cool sidequests and the story top notch
  81. Abneroa
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Un juego maravilloso en su historia, combate y gráficos! Una historia muy bien contada y con momentos únicos, el dualsense hace un buen trabajo y aprovecha mucho en el juego
  82. JafetZepeda7
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    excelente juego, graficazos y un gameplay muy adictivo, 10/10. Historia muy bien realizada por parte de Santa Monica
  83. Tyson019
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This is the best game ive played in years, the opening fight with thor is phenomenal, the haptic feedback, all the different realms are so unique and dont get bored at all.
  84. AHDOT
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece , better than last one … goty to me,
    The monsters was way to much to enjoy and the world look more life and interesting .
  85. Azhidahaka
    Nov 19, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Probably worst game in the franchise
    So many problems
    So many mistakes
    I'll start from the smallest to the biggest ×The weapons are weightless unlike the previous game that had hit stop "inverse kinematics" for some reason they got rid of that.
    ×Brutality is the soul is the DNA of God of War and they got rid of that too.the satisfaction of killing a boss is just isn't there Heimdall death is so empty it doesn't have any seasoning Thor's death is even worse and Odin's death is the worst Loki's hand on Odin shoulder! Is just unbelievable but that roots in other problems much more serious ones.
    ×Another problem with the game is that it builds so much anticipation for a heroic sad farewell to Kratos and it just chooses a different lame route!! The most on edge edgy game franchise in the whole industry don't deserve that childish ending and this childish philosophy present in the game.
    Kratos also, I mean he is also the most edgy on edge character in the whole entertainment industry! He doesn't deserve the ending that writers gave him.
    ×so many characters and activities were point less, Loki gameplay should have been much better considering the time players play as Loki the pacing wasn't there and it was rushed.
    ×betrayal to the philosophy of the game which is YOU choose the choices and you will get what you deserve , CONSEQUENCES will be there to hunt you.
    Thor is such a good boy isn't he he should be forgiven for all the crimes that he did because his daddy Odin didn't loved him?! What? Also for Kratos! he did had reasons to kill all the pantheon in Greece but should he get a happy ending, happy ever after banging Freya??
    ×We see in all the shrines the champion of jutnar and he has a helmet and yea that's Kratos! clearly thats Loki avenging his Father by bringing down Asgard, I think that they changed the game in the end of development and gone back rewrote the game! Look at Asgard it's a humble residential place for humble Odin! While Tyr temple is just gorgeous and advanced (not only from story telling standpoint but from visuals their choice of making Asgard look the way that it looks in the game is horrendous)
    The line that Thor says to Kratos early in the game while fighting him "you think you can come here and become a daddy" and then he resumed "get a clean slate" these don't match you can hear it in Hurst voice (Thor voice actor) what he actually meant and that the second part was added later on.
    And most importantly in the previous game there is two statue of Thor featuring different mjulnirs! Yes different mjulnirs one of the status gets destroyed by the big snake and one gets destroyed by Kratos the one that Jurmongandor eats has the different hammer, Jurmongandor comes from a different time line with that other Thor, there was two Thors in the original story one from this time line one from the other also we got our different Jurmongandor in this game! I don't see why we didn't see the other Thor!!
    ×I think they originally made the game like this: Odin mocks Tyr the same way he did in this game after Broks death they seek out real Tyr they find him and he wants to make peace with Asgard, Loki doesn't like the ways of Tyr (twiddling his giant thumb hoping for the best) he gets distanced from his "selfish" father that wants him safe and away from others affairs he chooses his choice to be a fighter FIGHTING for peace, CONSEQUENCES well death of his beloved glorious daddy to us all KRATOS.
    It makes sense play the game again and see for yourself they changed the game and I think they did a big big mistake if they gone through with their original story it would have break the internet,.
    But they chose to be "politically correct" lame childish and frankly WRONG.
    I think they will see the CONSEQUENCES on sales (they spent $500mil on the game and I don't think they are getting any profits)
    .
    p.s: Why I am disappointed in how much it is a childish game not representing real philosophy because in real life in a country named Iran we are fighting against a control freak childkilling dictator and his son right now and... Yea we need to FIGHT to live and to be free.
    #WomanLifeFreedom
    #MahsaAmini    … Expand
  86. Skydog
    Nov 10, 2022
    5
    Honestly don't get the hype. This game does has some (yes SOME) nice looking graphic areas but certain areas (especially the puddle filled mine) looks terrible to me. For bragging about how good their game looks you'd think Sony would have removed those AWFUL reflections in the puddles! Jesus they look like ps3 blur!!

    As for gameplay, it's the same ol' same ol'. Like it brings not much    Honestly don't get the hype. This game does has some (yes SOME) nice looking graphic areas but certain areas (especially the puddle filled mine) looks terrible to me. For bragging about how good their game looks you'd think Sony would have removed those AWFUL reflections in the puddles! Jesus they look like ps3 blur!!

    As for gameplay, it's the same ol' same ol'. Like it brings not much new to the table. The story feels more woke and less interesting. Voice acting/writing is just subpar to be honest.    … Expand
  87. Akkulader
    Nov 16, 2022
    6
    Just too long.was glad to finally be through at the end.
    Far too many elements like puzzles and loot are constantly repeated. Normally I try to explore everything in such games. But here I can't explore everything in the first playthrough because I'm missing items for certain puzzles. Only when I have them can I come back. But don't worry. In the course of the story, you pass by everywhere    Just too long.was glad to finally be through at the end.
    Far too many elements like puzzles and loot are constantly repeated. Normally I try to explore everything in such games. But here I can't explore everything in the first playthrough because I'm missing items for certain puzzles. Only when I have them can I come back. But don't worry. In the course of the story, you pass by everywhere 3 times anyway. This means that you have to pass the same places very often.... Phew.

    The battle system is also overloaded. They should have done it in Dark Souls or Elden Ring. I didn't use all the options because I always played my way anyway. Besides, everything doesn't seem as precise as in Elden Ring. You always have the feeling that you lack control.    … Expand
  88. Kenms
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    First Hours in the game, and I only say MASTERPIECE, every aspect in the game polish to highest levels, every space, command, music, cinematic its amazing.
    All gameplay aspects improved and re-newed from the perfect pre-quel.
    Santa Monica Studio bring a new GOTY for all gamers that love this franchise. Thanks SMS
  89. Nairdan
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    A full adventure, it brings all together. Epic, drama, adventure, action, humor... The dreamed conclusion of a legendary saga. A piece of art. Just play it.
  90. Mezzeruk
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Game of the year....maybe game of the decade? A masterclass in single player action adventure gaming that has no equal.
  91. TheLastPlay
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Si te gusto el primero, este también lo hara! Es mas y mejor y el desenlace de una historia epica.
  92. LegenWaitDary
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Epic Story, Beatiful Graphics, Perfect Combat with the Kratos and his son Atreus
  93. Kokerz
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Que decir de este juegazo... mejora en todo al anterior y es una auténtica pasada, Santa Mónica lo ha vuelto a hacer. Un imprescindible sin duda alguna y juego del año claro.
  94. Japena211
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First time playing the game first impressions was awesome her The starts off with the kid and him… then starting off fighting while moving… Expand
  95. Iracelma
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Uma evolução muito grande de seu antecessor. Gráficos belíssimos, história envolvente.
  96. OdinX1985
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Just to counter the negative reviews that obviously fake by salty Xbox fanboys and trolls I'm giving it a 10. It's so ridiculous that these trolls are so jealous of a video game that isn't on their platform they play on. First of all to those who are saying it's a same repeat enemies is lying to give the game a bad score that's dishonest and its obvious they haven't played the game at all.Just to counter the negative reviews that obviously fake by salty Xbox fanboys and trolls I'm giving it a 10. It's so ridiculous that these trolls are so jealous of a video game that isn't on their platform they play on. First of all to those who are saying it's a same repeat enemies is lying to give the game a bad score that's dishonest and its obvious they haven't played the game at all. Here's my review of it so far after 9 hours..the game is masterful in storytelling and grabs you as soon you control the game.More depth in both father and son way before you start ur journey. Twists early in the game and some heartful moments with these two characters early on. The game is bloody and more brutal than the first game of this mythology. More depth in gameplay and more structured level design and the first realm you go to is large and plenty so stuff to do. The dialogue is a few scenes were pretty funny. Straight off the first boss fight is epic and jaw drop moments that made the first boss fight in the 2018 look tame. The music is better as well even with a few reused ones but still it's really good. So far the realms are different from the 2018 nothing looks the same or barely. More different bosses and challenging ones that are optional. After 9 hours I gotta say don't listen to those trolls they haven't played the game nor cared to play it. They are salty and want it on xbox.… Expand
  97. Rallianto_Rex
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    One of the few games that truly qualifies for a 10/10.
    Everything is just superb. Story, combat, puzzles, cinematics, performance.
    I see the game got somewhat mixed user scores, I am not sure why.
    I am only 5 hours in, so maybe I also change my opinion, but so far it's really good.
  98. Sec
    Dec 8, 2022
    2
    Angrboda is insufferable and the section with her is extremely drawn out and unplayable. Ruined the game for me.
  99. ArisenOmega
    Nov 19, 2022
    6
    I WISH I could love it. But the inconsistent quality in animation, quest design, and writing, are just making it impossible... I loved the start, then it got quite boring and the quests very much felt like optional side quests (where it's ok if they are lower quality), but they were main story quests!
    Characters don't get properly animated, just stand around awkwardly like they are rag    I WISH I could love it. But the inconsistent quality in animation, quest design, and writing, are just making it impossible... I loved the start, then it got quite boring and the quests very much felt like optional side quests (where it's ok if they are lower quality), but they were main story quests!
    Characters don't get properly animated, just stand around awkwardly like they are rag dolls, and it kills immersion. I also hated that there were hidden loading times, despite playing on PS5 - all thanks to the game coming out on PS4 as well. What a waste!
    The ending of the game however really shocked me. It feels like it was completed in a rush, and so many questions are left unanswered! Feels like this is part 2 of 3, but they already said there will not be a part 3... I am so disappointed!    … Expand
  100. Luciddreems
    Dec 9, 2022
    2
    First of all I have been a fan of God of war franchise since the beginning and really liked gow 4 however Ragnarok is a different story. I am not a fan of the insertion of modern politics in media and entertainment but and it has unfortunately infected this beloved franchise. As much as I anticipated this game (bought a PS5 because of it) I actually wish I skipped this one. Disappointing.
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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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