God of War: Chains of Olympus

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1197 Ratings

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  1. Yakuzet
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    Summary: I liked the game overall, but I have some negative points to mention.

    Negatives: 1- There are frequent FPS drops, especially when playing on the original PSP. 2- Sometimes the camera distance during story or cinematic scenes becomes problematic, making it hard to see the character or details. Despite these negatives, I've played the game multiple times and always found    Summary: I liked the game overall, but I have some negative points to mention.

    Negatives:

    1- There are frequent FPS drops, especially when playing on the original PSP.
    2- Sometimes the camera distance during story or cinematic scenes becomes problematic, making it hard to see the character or details.

    Despite these negatives, I've played the game multiple times and always found it beautiful. Ghost of Sparta remains my favorite.

    Positives:

    This game is one of the top three most powerful PSP games I've played.
    The story is connected to other games, but it's easy for newcomers to understand due to good storytelling.
    Overall, it's a well-executed game.

    Thank you for reading. -Yakuzet    … Expand
  2. levoxyl
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    best game ever , really looking forward to it , I always wanted to play any of the God of war sequels
  3. faytclubs
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    It reminded me of my childhood and thats a reason today ive got a psp on second hand market to play this game. everything is same as i remember and it gave me those nostagic vibes again. masterpiece
  4. elrichstev
    Aug 17, 2023
    8
    Está chévere y con una historia que te entretiene hasta el final y lo que pasa con Caliope te filetea y quieres saber que pasa con nuestro pelón blanco.
  5. Caroldaxotagran
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos l
  6. ruangamer
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos
  7. marlon155
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Uma obra de arte injustiça pela mídia, esse jogobe perfeito em todos os sentidos
  8. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
    Another quality adventure from the highly consistent franchise. Good looking, inventive and fun although once again, it can be a little unnecessarily difficult in places.
  9. PaRaDoX_LiBeRtY
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    Гра з найкращою графікою на PSP! Чудовий саундтрек, відмінна система бою та дуже зручне керування.
  10. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    9
    PSP masterpiece. Interesting plot. I enjoyed a lot flight model. It was nice to watch how Kratos destroyed enemies
  11. MortalShaw
    May 15, 2023
    8
    EL mejor juego de psp de la historia, carreando totalmente, villanos buenos, puzzles buenos, armas interesantes y sexo
  12. Miguelbpaes
    Apr 14, 2023
    8
    Como um God of War lançado para o PSP, Chains of Olympus cumpre seu papel extremamente bem, mas carece no âmbito da história - praticamente sem influência nos eventos que seguem a franquia - que deixa a desejar. Porém, aos amantes, uma boa diversão, por mais curta que seja.
  13. kil1er1234
    Mar 23, 2023
    9
    God of War: Chain of Olympus is a good slasher. fantastic story , gameplay , boss fights , game design and music.
  14. sergioN22
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Hace años que jugué el titulo y me pareció un juego de lo mas destacable de la época del psp, con unos jefes muy buenos, y un desarrollo de historia muy bien conectado para dar mas conexión a la historia de los pasados juegos.

    Los puzzles no son para nada complicados, las armas son bastante interesantes, la jugabilidad es muy buena, los combos y los movimientos con los botones de psp me    Hace años que jugué el titulo y me pareció un juego de lo mas destacable de la época del psp, con unos jefes muy buenos, y un desarrollo de historia muy bien conectado para dar mas conexión a la historia de los pasados juegos.

    Los puzzles no son para nada complicados, las armas son bastante interesantes, la jugabilidad es muy buena, los combos y los movimientos con los botones de psp me gustaron mucho

    Es un juego que recomiendo. dura de 7 a 10 horas y nos ayuda a conocer la historia del pasado de Kratos y la relacion tan importante que estos sucesos le dan a la historia del gow

    En conclusión es un juego muy interesante y que me parece muy importante de jugar, por si quieres saber la historia de Kratos mas a fondo y conocer de su pasado, dependiendo del titulo que hayas jugado primero.    … Expand
  15. dmitriy_savenok
    Feb 5, 2023
    10
    Достойнейшая игра серии и одна из лучших на портативной консоли.
    10/10
  16. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
    God of War God of War God of War God of War God of War God of War God of War
  17. r0l0
    Jan 11, 2023
    9
    one of the best games i played on the psp if not the best,its the first god of war i played and make me fan of the saga, for the psp good graphics and the gameplay as perfect as a god of war can be for the psp.
  18. Raios-Rogue
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    i enjoying every second of it on ps3 from fighting the invading persian army and their giant basilisk to crawling my back from the pits of tartarus to slay charon and at the end stopping the plans of persephone and atlas also doing all the puzzles where so well made music cinematics are great and graphics have aged but they are okay for their time i enjoyed using Ifrit so much and therei enjoying every second of it on ps3 from fighting the invading persian army and their giant basilisk to crawling my back from the pits of tartarus to slay charon and at the end stopping the plans of persephone and atlas also doing all the puzzles where so well made music cinematics are great and graphics have aged but they are okay for their time i enjoyed using Ifrit so much and there was the gauntlets of zeus and shield of helios is so op i liked the mixup variety of new enemies and weapons incredible masterpiece all of the old god of war games deserve to be remaked for the PS5 in one collection… Expand
  19. Giero
    Jan 4, 2023
    8
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  20. Slaran
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story has a moment between Kratos and his daughter Calliope that is heartbreaking.

    The Blades of Chaos are great as usual and the new Gauntlet of Zeus weapon is a welcomed addition. McKratos costume as well as Mime of War are very funny ones that I really like. The Efreet magic comes from outside the Greek world is a nice fire based magic that you get early on after defeating a boss.

    This is my 2nd favorite PSP game right behind Ghost of Sparta so I give Chains of Olympus a score of 10    … Expand
  21. Alirezakratos
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    great great great
    What can I say about this masterpiece?
    All versions of God's War are masterpieces and deserve praise
  22. AceStonewall
    Nov 23, 2022
    8
    El primer juego de la PlayStation Portable que protagoniza el Fantasma de Esparta. Un juego más sencillo que sus entregas de sobremesa en todos los apartados, pero compensa con un gameplay cómodo y adaptado a la PSP. Su historia es mucho más personal que los dos juegos anteriores (GOW y GOW2) y más enigmática.
  23. DarkRing
    Nov 11, 2022
    8
    the weakest game in the franchise for me it's not bad by any means but also not as good and the boss fights don't feel as epic as the rest of the tittles
  24. Pofi_
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best games for PSP. I remember playing it when I was little and I loved it. I replayed it yesterday and I loved it even more!
  25. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    9
    Es acojonante como hicieron este videojuego en portátil. El cúlmen del sistema.
  26. jonnhyblaze
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    Excelente juego me encanto la historia con kratos el combate excelente falto una parte se quedo cortoen la historia el sountrack bien
  27. The_D4RknesS
    Jul 11, 2022
    10
    there should be movies telling the story of this game or everyone in the saga that would be amazing
  28. SuccEvie
    Mar 22, 2022
    8
    In my personal opinion, Ghost of Sparta was better. :)
    Don`t get me wrong the game is good, but it doesn`t really put as much to the table as the other one.
    Yet still its a nice game (as expected from the francize)
  29. ManjuMadhu
    Feb 12, 2022
    9
    My first GOW game ever.
    Enjoyed the hell outta it. Will recommend it
  30. namelessrequiem
    Feb 8, 2022
    10
    10/10, one of the best stories i have seen in gaming, which surprised me a lot
  31. Hikayeci
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    PSP'de oynayabileceğiniz en iyi 5 oyundan biri. God of War'ı anlatmama gerek yok, hepiniz biliyorsunuz zaten. Benden size tavsiye, PSP'de oynayabileceğiniz en iyi oyunlar; gta lcs, gta vcs, godfather mw, call of duty rtv, up, god of war chains of olympus, god of war ghost of sparta, edge, coded arms. Eğer bir PSP kullanıcısı iseniz, bu oyunları mutlaka oynamanız lazım.
  32. BeeSting1
    Jan 24, 2022
    9
    Good

    - the hack and slash is as good as the first one. Though nothing really new. - the pre-rendered cutscenes are nicer looking - the premise of the storyline is much more epic, teaming with gaia, then fighting zeus, killing ares. - new enemy designs. Bad - Unconventional logic applied to some of the puzzles. Some things I felt could be done, couldn't, but could be only    Good

    - the hack and slash is as good as the first one. Though nothing really new.

    - the pre-rendered cutscenes are nicer looking

    - the premise of the storyline is much more epic, teaming with gaia, then fighting zeus, killing ares.

    - new enemy designs.

    Bad

    - Unconventional logic applied to some of the puzzles. Some things I felt could be done, couldn't, but could be only for specific puzzles the devs deemed.

    - the took out the roll into charge, making traversing slower and less amusing.

    - some weird camera angles    … Expand
  33. Mosqueta
    Dec 30, 2021
    9
    It's an amazing game, and even more so on the PSP.
    The story, the weapons and the mechanics make this game a great game.
  34. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 9
    Enjoyment: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 7
    Music: 8
    Story: 9
    Total: 8.33
  35. navarrojpx
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    A great game, an amazing story, Kratos is the best spartan warrior. I just Love it.
  36. Kvantaliani03
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
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  37. SewAwOw
    Sep 12, 2021
    8
    Отличная игра как для портативки, в плане геймплея не уступает старшим версиям, да и графически игра на высоте, правда, фпс местами нестабильный. Порадовало то, что головоломки несложные (сложные слешеру не нужны), их немного и много времени не отнимают. Сюжетно игра приквел первой части и как во всей серии, богат на интриги, повороты и противостояния богов. Враги разнообразные, кОтличная игра как для портативки, в плане геймплея не уступает старшим версиям, да и графически игра на высоте, правда, фпс местами нестабильный. Порадовало то, что головоломки несложные (сложные слешеру не нужны), их немного и много времени не отнимают. Сюжетно игра приквел первой части и как во всей серии, богат на интриги, повороты и противостояния богов. Враги разнообразные, к некоторым нужен свой подход, боссы тоже не подкавали. Вообще для псп игра одна из лучших, имхо.… Expand
  38. grimreapersims
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
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  39. Ardho
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Good graphics good gameplay good story and can play in school !!! that's crazy
  40. F3T1W
    Aug 21, 2021
    8
    Absolutely biased review, GoW is amazing, even considering the portable power, made great
  41. Tosaver0324
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    It is one of the best psp and gow games. Don't think it lost its gow identity just because it's a psp game! the game is pretty good
  42. Bgh
    Aug 16, 2021
    10
    Best psp game definitely. Just give it a try and then you will be addicted to it . thanks sony and thanks ppsspp for the emulator.
  43. EpicPiesMan
    Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Let me just say that this is the only God of War game I have played. Let me also say that THIS GAME IS BADASS! The story is great, the combat is just the right amount of simple and satisfying, and this is definitely one of the best-looking PSP games I've seen, with a level of detail that challenges Original Xbox graphics when looked at on the small screen. Overall, a must-play if you haveLet me just say that this is the only God of War game I have played. Let me also say that THIS GAME IS BADASS! The story is great, the combat is just the right amount of simple and satisfying, and this is definitely one of the best-looking PSP games I've seen, with a level of detail that challenges Original Xbox graphics when looked at on the small screen. Overall, a must-play if you have a PSP or Vita (which if you do then you are superior to most humans).… Expand
  44. AzizBulbul
    May 29, 2021
    10
    This game is a legend. Very fun and very enjoyable. It's technically a legend for its year of release. And it had a very satisfying ending. This game is my favorite game. But it may be bad for some, but it was very easy to improve. I played in easy mode
  45. KratosAssKiler
    Mar 5, 2021
    10
    iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii loveeeeeeeeeeeeee This Game very muchhhhhh
  46. bear00766
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  47. KevinRoqueBR
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    Depois de uma década de seu lançamento tive a oportunidade de jogar os GodOfWar de PSP, e o que posso dizer sobre esse jogo em específico e que ele e incrível, ele peca um pouco na duração do Game mas no Geral digno de um God Of War.
  48. elolugo
    Oct 14, 2020
    8
    Following the same formula it can't go wrong but it feels stale by being the third God of war game released. Lots of enemies are recycled for previous games. Play it only if you're a fan of God of war
  49. dfranke521
    Oct 11, 2020
    9
    This is everything we needed. There was literally no reasoning behind Ascension being made, especially if we have this game. This is the best prequel I think I could have expected, especially for an old PSP title.

    The gameplay is classic and just as exciting as the original games. I never really felt like it was too hard but definitely didn't think it was too easy either. It was honestly    This is everything we needed. There was literally no reasoning behind Ascension being made, especially if we have this game. This is the best prequel I think I could have expected, especially for an old PSP title.

    The gameplay is classic and just as exciting as the original games. I never really felt like it was too hard but definitely didn't think it was too easy either. It was honestly near perfect gameplay mechanic. the story is fun and original. I'm really glad I picked this up. It's hard to write for this game right now because it's exactly what you'd expect from a God of War game. The story is easy to follow yet seemed important, gameplay is fun and exciting and the graphics a pretty good for a PSP game. Way better than they were on the PSP!    … Expand
  50. Sinmaker
    Sep 22, 2020
    8
    This game could be played on PSP or remastered on PS3. I played at PS3 and was solid; for PSP i could imagine that was great.

    --> Positive Points: . Game-play. As any previous GOW, the hack and slash style fits pretty well. . Lore. This adventure of Kratos fits perfectly in the lore of GOW series and the plot itself is good. . Development of Kratos. Even though we all now the Kratos    This game could be played on PSP or remastered on PS3. I played at PS3 and was solid; for PSP i could imagine that was great.

    --> Positive Points:
    . Game-play. As any previous GOW, the hack and slash style fits pretty well.
    . Lore. This adventure of Kratos fits perfectly in the lore of GOW series and the plot itself is good.
    . Development of Kratos. Even though we all now the Kratos is a anti-hero, we can see the emotions he feels and he discovers how the god manipulated him
    . Philosophical questioning that the game brings especially when he reunite with his "family"

    --> Negative points:
    . Some cut-scenes aren't skippable. Man, when you fighting the last boss in higher difficulties and dies before the checkpoint, you can't skip the cutscene which delay "trys" and make the player mad
    . Graphics for the PS3 version are sloppy/bad. Santa Mônica didn't spend enough resources to remaster it greatly
    . Too short for a game. You can beat it in 6 hours easily,
    . At some fights, you could abuse of the "grab" enemies mechanics which make game a lot easier. That could be nerfed.    … Expand
  51. MaratN
    Sep 8, 2020
    10
    In my opinion this game is incredible, because of interesting slasher gameplay with pleasent control, animations and combos. There are also some puzzles, which are complementing monotonous cutting. Designs and enteriors of levels look impressive: they are huge, atmospheric and beautiful. Bosses is one of the main aventages of the whole God os War franchise, because Santa Monica Studios areIn my opinion this game is incredible, because of interesting slasher gameplay with pleasent control, animations and combos. There are also some puzzles, which are complementing monotonous cutting. Designs and enteriors of levels look impressive: they are huge, atmospheric and beautiful. Bosses is one of the main aventages of the whole God os War franchise, because Santa Monica Studios are combinating all gameplay's mechanics and making boss fights interesting, satisfying and a bit hard… Expand
  52. Svetlendrius
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    An excellent slasher, with bewitching gameplay, plot, cool locations, characters and a brutal main character.
  53. SupahGualtah
    Jun 4, 2020
    9
    amazing what they achieved with this one but after gowii this was just a bit subpair. still worth the playtime ! still wanna get it and try on my ps3!
  54. Kai82
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    I am still amazed what the PSP was capable of. There is the valid statement that this game is a system seller and / or showpiece. It is set before the time of the initial God of War. Kratos is in servitude of the Olympian Gods to atone for his sin. He is draw into a plot that threatens the world and even the Gods. It has an engaging story with good twists and reveals. Be warned: KratosI am still amazed what the PSP was capable of. There is the valid statement that this game is a system seller and / or showpiece. It is set before the time of the initial God of War. Kratos is in servitude of the Olympian Gods to atone for his sin. He is draw into a plot that threatens the world and even the Gods. It has an engaging story with good twists and reveals. Be warned: Kratos greatest challenge will not be a fight or an enemy. Game-play wise it is rock solid. I have no complains about the battles and game mechanics with the exception of the final boss fight. There was a make or break point. If you did not succeed at one point you have no chance of coming back. It is possible that I made a mistake there or misinterpreted what the game expected me to do. However I could beat the game after a few attempts. The graphics and soundtrack are on the best list the PSP had to offer. Like I said I was amazed but will admit that it is not impressive graphically anymore. The soundtrack holds still up today. Overall a must own on the PSP and one of its most successful games.… Expand
  55. Bossman23
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best PSP games I have ever played. Amazing graphics, great combat, and another great GOW game.
  56. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
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  57. maVSmo
    Jan 29, 2020
    8
    é o menos bom da franquia, mas isso não significa que seja ruim, pelo contrario.
  58. AlvaroK95
    Jan 2, 2020
    9
    La llegada a psp del fantasma de esparta deja a su catálogo uno de sus mejores juegos, imprescindible.
  59. Genek13
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    I played this game on my PS Vita - very enjoyable and fun to play.
    It's a GoW in pocket :) same mechanics but shorter and smaller :)
  60. JPgamerTV
    Jul 30, 2019
    10
    My favorite PSP game. The story, gameplay, and graphics are all exceptional. Pick it up if you haven't yet.
  61. XJoseManuel10X
    Mar 4, 2019
    9
    God of War: Chains of Olympus is a 2008 hack and slash action-adventure video game developed by Ready at Dawn and Santa Monica Studio, and published by Sony. It plays perfectly into the franchise's storyline and offers up the same level of intense action as its console counterparts.

    + Excellent Graphics for a Handheld Console + Fun Gameplay + Good Soundtrack + Lots of Unlockables    God of War: Chains of Olympus is a 2008 hack and slash action-adventure video game developed by Ready at Dawn and Santa Monica Studio, and published by Sony. It plays perfectly into the franchise's storyline and offers up the same level of intense action as its console counterparts.

    + Excellent Graphics for a Handheld Console
    + Fun Gameplay
    + Good Soundtrack
    + Lots of Unlockables

    My Score: 9.3/10    … Expand
  62. AMasterpieceFan
    Jan 26, 2019
    8
    The length is too short but that's the only drawback of it. Everything else is great.
  63. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  64. AKthaBeast
    Sep 2, 2018
    8
    A great game on handheld for the GOW franchise...While not as polished as its console counterparts the game does an excellent job of bringing the same feel as the core series.
  65. Jconker
    May 7, 2018
    8
    The graphics background are very good for the system with excellent character models while also not so great ones then the cut-scenes are a highlight in the game. Great voice acting, interesting mythological level design like the games on the ps2 but shorter than usual. Sound is very good while the only flaw here is having no wind sound. The sounds effects are standard god of war soundsThe graphics background are very good for the system with excellent character models while also not so great ones then the cut-scenes are a highlight in the game. Great voice acting, interesting mythological level design like the games on the ps2 but shorter than usual. Sound is very good while the only flaw here is having no wind sound. The sounds effects are standard god of war sounds which is both great and familiar. The story of the kratos is before the events of the first game but it retells the same tragic story again but at-least with different villains, while kratos works with the future villains of the series. Overall the story is flawed because the main problem could have been easily solved and some of the actions of the characters doesn't add up. The game-play is smooth and satisfying, you can do the same moves of the previous games with interesting new moves and a few super magic powers. The distant camera works fine for almost all the game where you can see your character but in there a few moments that you can't see the enemies or the final boss attack. For some reason the camera doesn't show them. The game makes you walk, fight enemies then bosses, jump, swim, climb, open doors, push objects, press button prompts, and solve puzzles. While the enemy variety and puzzles is not much it is still good enough to keep you entertain for a good while and the un-lockable customs are a must. Also the challenges return and surprisingly I ended up preferring it over the original. Overall Chains of Olympus is a outstanding game.… Expand
  66. Moish
    Apr 28, 2018
    9
    Great game for a portable console, keeps up with what the franchise has done previously and gets you to know deeply the protagonist
  67. iddqd4
    Jan 19, 2018
    9
    Этот текст здесь для того что бы оценка отобразилась в моем профиле. А GoW он и есть GoW, он везде хорош.
  68. nestoryavith
    Jun 22, 2017
    10
    Wow. And to think it's a handheld game. 10/10. I believe this game can easily be a triple A title no sweat. Amazing gameplay, great characters (I mean come on it's Kratos), beautiful graphics which is unbelievable on the PSP. Nice work Sony and SMS still got my heart. Great addition to the franchise and just an awesome awesome game.
  69. MiguelNeto
    Jan 7, 2017
    8
    eu acho que God of War: Chains of Olympus inferior a qualquer game da trilogia principal, mais nao deixa de ser um jogo muito bom, boa historia, temos grande revelaçoes, bons graficos, uma boa dificuldade, boa trilha sonora, e uma ótima jogabilidade. Nota 8.9
  70. BasilZero
    Apr 27, 2016
    8
    Game: God of War Chains of Olympus
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Sony/Ready at Dawn System: Playstation Portable (PSP) Total Score: 80/100 Value Score: 8/10 • Story: 7/10 • Characters: 7/10 • GamePlay: 8/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 7/10 • Length: 6/10 • Replay Value: 7/10 • Player Value: 9/10 Pros +Puzzles were well made +Visuals max out the platform's most    Game: God of War Chains of Olympus
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Sony/Ready at Dawn
    System: Playstation Portable (PSP)
    Total Score: 80/100
    Value Score: 8/10

    • Story: 7/10
    • Characters: 7/10
    • GamePlay: 8/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 7/10
    • Length: 6/10
    • Replay Value: 7/10
    • Player Value: 9/10

    Pros
    +Puzzles were well made
    +Visuals max out the platform's most potential
    +Gameplay is well balanced and modified for portable experience
    +Post game content consists of harder difficulties, challenges, costumes and developer videos

    Cons
    -Very Short, takes at least 5 hours
    -Very small amount of boss battles
    -Controls can be somewhat frustrating due to the PSP's analog    … Expand
  71. tsakiym
    May 21, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  72. Skotsch
    Apr 11, 2015
    10
    A great game that captivates you and does not bore you. Full of thrills and chills. The choice of weapons that we have is also nice, though you tend to use blades of chaos more often. It does not take time to get comfortable with the game. One of the best games I have played on PSP.
  73. TheRebel
    Apr 8, 2014
    9
    Gameplay:
    Ready at Dawn did a stellar job on working the control scheme around the PSP's lack of a second analog stick. The controls are smooth and responsive, leading to seamless gameplay. Gameplay is identical to previous God of War's, you'll use a combination of weapons and magic to defeat your foes. The other sections of this game will comprise of puzzles, quick-time events, and few    Gameplay:
    Ready at Dawn did a stellar job on working the control scheme around the PSP's lack of a second analog stick. The controls are smooth and responsive, leading to seamless gameplay. Gameplay is identical to previous God of War's, you'll use a combination of weapons and magic to defeat your foes. The other sections of this game will comprise of puzzles, quick-time events, and few boss battles that are included in the game. It is very impressive that the gameplay remained intact from it's console counterparts. It seems as if the limitations of the PSP are nonexistent. Unfortunately, the game is short in length, so the amazement doesn't last for long.

    Story:
    Chains of Olympus takes place before the original God of war, but after Ascension. Kratos, during his 10-year service to the Gods, is sent to Attica to destroy the invading Persian army. After the victory, Kratos experiences the fall of the sun, bringing darkness to the world. Kratos is subsequently tasked by Athena to find Helios, the Sun God. The game takes place in many settings, including Attica, The Temple of Helios, River Styx, Tartarus, and more. The storyline is strong, depicting Kratos' growing anger for the Gods and all of their requests. It answers questions from Kratos' past and shows the reasons for his anger in the main series.

    Graphics/Appearance:
    This game proved that if a talented developer took their time on crafting a game on the PSP, it could surpass some PS2 games graphically. The graphics are mind-blowing throughout the duration of the game. That's not to say there aren't any technical faults. The game has occasional screen tearing and frame rate drops. The good thing is it only occurs while roaming around the map and not during actual combat. It's very minor, and does not take away from the experience.

    Pros:
    -Smooth Controls
    -Good Story
    -Amazing Graphics
    -Console-Quality Experience

    Cons:
    -Short Length (5-8 Hours)
    -Occasional Screen Tearing and Frame Rate Drops

    Verdict:
    Anyone who owns a PSP and does not own Chains of Olympus, is doing themselves a disservice. I highly recommend this game! Casual gamers may not enjoy it because the game can become difficult in certain instances, but it shouldn't stop you from playing the game. The controls are smooth, the gameplay remains intact, and it feels like a console-experience.    … Expand
  74. Coometeer_2014
    Mar 26, 2014
    10
    This is a gem for every player with excellent graphics for the time, it's time to say that after the two God of War Games, this is awesome game to play.
  75. wheels_of_fire
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    This game is absolutely spectacular. It has great graphics for a PSP game. Game play is simple and fun, it doesn't frustrate you. Story is satisfying like the other games in the series. Boss fights are very exciting, I love it. And Kratos is awesome as usual. It deserves 10 out of 10.
  76. Fedelca
    Sep 28, 2013
    9
    Todavía God of War es capaz de impresionarnos en la consola de PSP con la entrega "Chain of Olympus". En él se encuentra uno de los mejores finales en la historia de God of War, y aunque los gráficos no sean la gran cosa, ésta historia que no conocíamos sobre el oscuro pasado que atormenta a Kratos te mantendrá con lo ojos pegados a la pantalla de la PSP (no recomiendo jugarlo en PS3).
  77. SJ-ULTI-Reiews
    Sep 27, 2013
    8
    Chains of Olympus takes place before the original GOW, the gameplay is the same as the first GOW, the graphics are really good for a portable device and although the story is not as great as the other GOWs it is still pretty good.
  78. dAREuS
    Jul 25, 2013
    9
    I played this game on Vita and this is still one of the best title I can get on this hendheld. Great story, great gameplay, so much fun. Love GOW, I am waiting for the GOW title espacially for PS Vita.
  79. ConquestFellowR
    Mar 20, 2013
    9
    What a beatiful game. I´ve played it in PS3 in HD, but I´m pretty sure this is the best psp game. The Graphics, the story, the fresh weapons and magic.The bosses are great and this game has really nice difficulty, a bit frustrating in high modes. It has an awsome storyline, only a bit short for me. If you are a GOW fan you must play this one.
  80. Tushar
    Jan 31, 2013
    10
    God Of War is Indeed the God of All PSP Games so Far. No Second Thoughts on that. The Moment you start playing this Game, you will find it hard enough to keep that frikkin psp Away !!
  81. Annoymous1
    Jan 12, 2013
    9
    A few minor errors but still a good game full of action and adventure. I don't really mind if there is no multi-player since i have the new PlayStation Portable. Defenetly worth the money.
  82. Overy1984
    Nov 24, 2012
    8
    La jugabilidad es buena, los gráficos muy buenos para psp, el argumento es algo simple, no tiene la profundidad del God of War 3 de PS3, pero cumple para un juego de portátil, en mi opinión. Le falta algo de personalización, ya que sólo consigues 3 armas en todo el juego que mejoras hasta el máximo bastante antes de que termine el juego.
  83. Johng4
    Sep 20, 2012
    9
    This is the game that got me into the God of War series, its the first GOW that ive played and to me its a classic. If you've played god of war before than you'll love this game,they've taken nothing you love about the series out and u even get some cool moments with Kratos's family. The only problem i personally have with the game is how long it is.....which isnt very long.It took meThis is the game that got me into the God of War series, its the first GOW that ive played and to me its a classic. If you've played god of war before than you'll love this game,they've taken nothing you love about the series out and u even get some cool moments with Kratos's family. The only problem i personally have with the game is how long it is.....which isnt very long.It took me exactyly 3 and a half hours to be it every time i beat it,and a lot of people complain about the boss fights,how there are not enough. There are enough you fight two of the bosses twice,and the last boss is so cinematic you can compare it to anything on the console games. If you have a psp or now a vita then either buy it or download it because its well worth your money… Expand
  84. Alexwise
    Apr 11, 2012
    10
    Realy good one. I don't understand why people stamp 1 or 0 score on it. That is just not fair.
  85. snowsnows85
    Feb 12, 2012
    9
    The best PSP game I ever owned. I beat this game over ten times and unlocked a majority of the extras including the characters. Excellent game with decent replay value and extras to unlock to keep you blood thirsty for more!
  86. Bustergundam4
    Jan 13, 2012
    10
    God of War: Chains of Olympus for the Playstation Portable was great as if gave my inner killer great Spartan rage!!SCEA did a beautiful job on the graphics as well!

    Good Job!

    10/10
  87. abhi181080
    Oct 17, 2011
    10
    For a handheld game this is amazing. One is enthralled by the amazing landscape and the meticulous game play. Kratos as a character is the marlon brando of the gaming world and u just cant help but getting inside the mind of the character and feel his emotions
  88. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 10, 2011
    8
    It may not be the best game in the series but this is definitely one of, if not the best game on the PSP, the graphics are amazing, I was shocked that this was a PSP game, the soundtrack is awesome, and if you were worried that the controls would suffer don't be, if you played a game in this series before you will instantly grasp the controls, only one or to minor adjustments were made butIt may not be the best game in the series but this is definitely one of, if not the best game on the PSP, the graphics are amazing, I was shocked that this was a PSP game, the soundtrack is awesome, and if you were worried that the controls would suffer don't be, if you played a game in this series before you will instantly grasp the controls, only one or to minor adjustments were made but they never caused me any problem, and the action is just as fun and gory as you remember it, and the new weapons are awesome, the Gauntlet of Zeus is particularly cool, my main problem is that tis adventure isn't as memorable as the first two games on the PS2, the story which takes place before the events of the first game and tells about Kratos time serving the gods, wasn't really all that great, basically the world is in trouble and Kratos needs to kill stuff, nothing really all that interesting, but it does pack an emotional moment that really makes you feel for Kratos, and it is pretty short, but things like un-lockable costumes and videos, and the challenge of hades mode will make you come back once or twice more, it's not the best in the series but if your a fan of the series who owns a PSP, or just a PSP owner looking for a great game, you really should get this, it's a huge achievement for the PSP.… Expand
  89. space22ify
    Jun 15, 2011
    9
    i love god of war. i just wanted to get that out of the way. i got this game not 1 day ago and it lags like nothing else. i mean it doesn't break the game or ruin the experience but its majorly distracting. but everything else is good!
  90. realmetatruth
    Jun 6, 2011
    10
    Best PSP GameBest PSP Game Ever!.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................… Expand
  91. starmario123
    Apr 27, 2011
    9
    9/10 = Amazing = This is one of the PSP's greatest titles. Excellent and very badass action game.
  92. zephry
    Nov 11, 2010
    9
    Great fun and fresh experience. Stays true to GoW heritage. Great graphics that stays at high framerate. Great sound and music. Wish the game was longer but that's a good sign.
  93. SmoshCelt
    Nov 4, 2010
    10
    Almost everything from the PS2 titles is brought to the PSP just about flawlessly. All of the combos you know are here, as are magics, weapons, quick-time events, goofy unlockable costumes, etc. Anyone who played GoW will find that this looks & plays just like they remember. I thought it controlled well too, and that's what most people gripe about on the PSP. The few minor complaintsAlmost everything from the PS2 titles is brought to the PSP just about flawlessly. All of the combos you know are here, as are magics, weapons, quick-time events, goofy unlockable costumes, etc. Anyone who played GoW will find that this looks & plays just like they remember. I thought it controlled well too, and that's what most people gripe about on the PSP. The few minor complaints are the same too: short duration, not enough story, never enough boss fights. Overall though, it's brutally good.… Expand
  94. Samwichez
    Aug 28, 2010
    8
    I loved this game. The controls were amazingg, the story was good, and just everything about it was great... Except for the fact that it has no replay value. I beat it in 9 hours, (I know, I took my time.) And I bought it for $12 so I guess thats alright. But I wanna continue killing stuff as Kratos without doing another campaign. I'm just one of those people that dont replay the campaignI loved this game. The controls were amazingg, the story was good, and just everything about it was great... Except for the fact that it has no replay value. I beat it in 9 hours, (I know, I took my time.) And I bought it for $12 so I guess thats alright. But I wanna continue killing stuff as Kratos without doing another campaign. I'm just one of those people that dont replay the campaign on videogames.… Expand
  95. SixDemonBag
    Jan 22, 2010
    10
    This is one of the best games on PSP hands down. I bought this game and was shocked how close to a PS2 experience I recieved. It didn't feel like a handheld at all, the only difference from the console versions was the difficulty, which was a bit easier and had less tedious sections for Chains of Olympus. On top of all that the story, while not vital to the series, was engaging and This is one of the best games on PSP hands down. I bought this game and was shocked how close to a PS2 experience I recieved. It didn't feel like a handheld at all, the only difference from the console versions was the difficulty, which was a bit easier and had less tedious sections for Chains of Olympus. On top of all that the story, while not vital to the series, was engaging and addicting. This game is proof of why God of War is awsome.… Expand
  96. JamesD
    Jan 18, 2010
    10
    This is without a doubt my favourite PSP game. The action, the graphics and the story all hold up brilliantly. The controls are compensated very beneficially which makes the combat easy to pick up and play and the amount of depth you get is enormous. Some may say it's too short or it lacks the craft of its PS2 bretherans but those are absurd remarks. Ready at Dawn have provided a This is without a doubt my favourite PSP game. The action, the graphics and the story all hold up brilliantly. The controls are compensated very beneficially which makes the combat easy to pick up and play and the amount of depth you get is enormous. Some may say it's too short or it lacks the craft of its PS2 bretherans but those are absurd remarks. Ready at Dawn have provided a masterpiece. As for the action, I wouldn't have it any other way.… Expand
  97. BearLee
    Nov 11, 2009
    10
    Amazing. One of the best games for the psp. The story never gets boring, the weapons are awesome, and the bad guys are so fun to rip apart. SO!!?? What are you waiting for? GET OFF YOUR SEAT AND BUY THIS GAME!!
  98. Picorian
    Sep 21, 2009
    10
    This Game Rocks on the PSP! From beginning to End, it was the best PSP game I have ever played. I cant wait for the PS3 version to come out. It slows down at times, but the action more then makes up for it.
  99. NiklasL
    Jul 28, 2009
    10
    The greatest game for the PSP, you can't imagine that you're playing a handheld!
  100. [anonymous]
    Jul 8, 2009
    10
    one of the best games on the psp! brutal fighting, beautiful graphics(especially for the psp) and immersing storyline. the only fault with this game is its only 6 hours long. but buy it anyway
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Universal acclaim - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. GamerNode
    95
    Is it as good as the two PS2 God of War games? Not quite, but it's close. The fact that a PSP port of God of War can be this close to the legendary originals is amazing.
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  2. GamingTrend
    93
    There are titles for every console that truly define the platform, and God of War: Chains of Olympus is one of those titles. Stunning graphics the likes of which we’ve never seen, an incredible soundtrack that rivals PS3/Xbox 360 titles, standout voice work, and gameplay that is on-par with the two previous PS2 titles makes this a must-own for any fan of the series.
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  3. G4 TV
    100
    The PSP hasn’t yet seen a game with this much polish, this much visual punch, or this much bloody satisfaction. Everything feels meaty, be it the clash of weapon on flesh or the substantial amount of gameplay depth and environmental design. Not only is Chains of Olympus a worthy addition to the God of War franchise, it also stands on its own as a triple-A title in the PSP library.
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