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Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
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- A New Beginning: His vengeance against the gods of Olympus far behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the lands of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive and teach his son to do the same
- Second Chances: As mentor and protector to a son determined to earn his respect, Kratos is faced with an unexpected opportunity to master the rage that has long defined him. Questioning the dark lineage hes passed on to his son, he hopes to make amends for the shortcomings of his past; Number of Players: 1 player; ESRB Content: Blood and gore|Intense violence|Strong language; Genre: Action / Adventure
- Midgard and Beyond: Set within the untamed forests, mountains, and realms of Norse lore, God of War features a distinctly new setting with its own pantheon of creatures, monsters, and gods
- Vicious, Physical Combat, with an intimate, over the shoulder free camera that brings the action closer than ever, combat in God of War is up close, frenetic, and unflinching. Kratos axe: powerful, magic and multi faceted is a brutal weapon as well as a versatile tool for exploration
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From Santa Monica Studio and creative director Cory Barlog comes a new beginning for one of gaming’s most recognizable icons. Living as a man outside the shadow of the gods, Kratos must adapt to unfamiliar lands, unexpected threats, and a second chance at being a father. Together with his son Atreus, the pair will venture into the brutal Norse wilds and fight to fulfill a deeply personal quest. • Bold New Beginning — His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive…And teach his son to do the same. This startling reimagining of God of War deconstructs the core elements that defined the series—satisfying combat; breathtaking scale; and a powerful narrative—and fuses them anew. • A Second Chance — Kratos is a father again. As mentor and protector to Atreus, a son determined to earn his respect, he is forced to deal with and control the rage that has long defined him while out in a very dangerous world with his son. • A Darker, More Elemental World — From the marble and columns of ornate Olympus to the gritty forests, mountains, and caves of Pre Viking Norse lore, this is a distinctly new realm with its own pantheon of creatures, monsters, and gods. With an added emphasis on discovery and exploration, the world will draw players in to explore every inch of God of War’s breathtakingly threatening landscape—by far the largest in the franchise. • Vicious, Physical Combat — With an over the shoulder free camera that brings the player closer to the action than ever before, fights in God of War mirror the pantheon of Norse creatures Kratos will face: grand, gritty, and grueling. A new main weapon and new abilities retain the defining spirit of God of War while presenting a vision of violent conflict that forges new ground in the genre. Mature 17 plus.
Number of Players: 1 player
Publication Date: April 20, 2018
Computer Platform: PlayStation 4
Global Trade Identification Number: 77, 33, 37
UPC: 885370601237 711719506133
Compatible Video Game Console Models: Sony PlayStation 4
Release date: April 20, 2018
Product Dimensions: 0.6 x 5.3 x 6.7 inches; 2.08 ounces
Type of item: Video Game
Language: English
Rated: Rating Pending
Item model number: 3001886
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Item Weight: 2.08 ounces
Manufacturer: Sony Computer Entertainment
Date First Available: June 14, 2016
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Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
I’ve been playing Xbox for a long time now. All my friends have it and thats just the way its been. Ive owned all the Playstation models released so nothing against Sony or the PS. Ive also played and finished all the God of War of games and loved every minute of them. When I saw the new one with a slightly aged Kratos I was very interested...so much so I ordered a PS4 Pro just to play it. I set everything up tonight and popped the disc in. I have to say the opening scene alone was incredible! The visuals are jaw dropping and the audio in my theater room is some of the best Ive heard in a while. This was all excellent but I still didnt get to try this new game style something that was totally different than previous iterations of the game. I dont want to ruin anything but I played until I met someone willing to upgrade my Levithian Axe. All I could think about the entire time I played was how amazing this experience has been. The way the snow pushes out of the way when you or Atreus walks through it is mind blowing. The combat system so far has been very cool a welcome addition to the franchise in my opinion. Fast paced, but not as hectic hack and slash as previous games...It just feels more controlled and I love throwing the Axe! The story is very cool so far and Kratos has this maturity to him thats just awesome (dont worry hes still a beast!). Overall Id say purchasing a PS4 for this game alone was well worth it!! Dont hesitate to pick this one up and experience something completely out of this world! Update 4/23/18: So I spent the weekend playing this masterpiece! I was kind of happy were still thawing from a blizzard. I gotta say GoW actually gets better and better as you play. I know a lot of people miss the blades of kaos and the frantic hack and slash but I just love the combat in this game! As I got out of the woods and headed towards the mountain, Im just blown away by the scope of this game, i find myself looking up just to take in the whole “picture”. I still dont want to post any spoilers but the scenery and locations I’ve seen are incredible! The size of the creatures and landscapes is enormous, even the Godly Kratos is dwarfed in size by the things this game presents. I can truly say this is probably the best video game I’ve ever played.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2018 Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2018 by Matt J. Rose
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
I'm only maybe halfway through the game, if that, but I haven't had any issues so far. The game is very well designed, and a joy to play; the story is compelling, and original, immersive, and unintrusive. This game innovates, but still feels like God of War; And Atreyu hasn't once proven a hindrance so far (you can tell the dev team put a lot of thought into designing this game). I'd like to note that while the axe is the only weapon that kratos can wield (I think; which is new, as Kratos would usually obtain multiple weapons in previous titles), said axe and Kratos' and Atreyu's gear and skills are so heavily upgradeable and customizeable, and the axe's mechanics are so polished, that I don't expect that many people will be bothered. As a fan of the GOW series, I did initially feel somewhat disappointed when I started the game and immediately realized that some version of the blades of chaos wouldn't play a role in this game; but there's a really nice nod to their importance in the series (and their significance to Kratos) in one of the first scenes (it may actually be the first scene, watch the bandages on Kratos' arms, you really can't miss it unless you're not paying attention); and once you get into the game, you won't miss them for long; as the axe is really fun to use once you're accustomed to it. You can't jump in this game, which feels slightly off at first; but it's easy to understand why once you've got a grasp on the differences between this game and older titles. Another thing that you won't miss for long. I knocked off one star because the game is a linear/open world hybrid in design; which in itself is fine, but it' can be somewhat difficult to find your way around, and there are several locations and items in the game which can't be accessed until progressing in the game; which means that the player will need to backtrack a lot; which is made somewhat inconvenient due to the only partially open world design. This seems to be addressed later in the game though, as the fast travel system gets upgraded over the course of the game (you can return to specific locations via magic doorways scattered throughout "the realms"). Also, boats could be a bit faster in open water and could steer a bit more smoothly. Honestly, the few issues I've brought up here are nitpicks; God of War has never really been an open world series. It's only difficult to navigate because the world is full of twists and turns and detours by design; because GOW games have always been designed this way (mazelike, full of puzzles, that's a huge part of the appeal); and that's something that's difficult to translate into an open world. The Dev team has honestly done an amazing job balancing the history and expectations of the series with the new direction this entry takes. 9.7/10 update: so, fast travel does become available late in the game; and most of the items and areas in the game not directly related to the central plot seem to have been added for replayability; to extend the game beyond the story, instead of as a compliment to the story; so it's mostly just extra, post-game content. Navigation also becomes easier when you realize that everything is accessible from the big lake in the center of the map. There's one other thing I was wrong about but I don't want to spoil the plot so I'll keep it to myself. updated to 5 stars, 10/10.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018 by Sebastian Hahn
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
This game is a game where everyone involved put their full creativity into it. This is a game every competitive gamer should experience. The bots are amazing and well coordinated to keep you challenged every minute of the game. It is non stop action and countless boss fights. What I love the most about this game is that it is challenging for even the most experienced gamer even on the easiest difficulty you will encounter a boss that will make it worth your bucks. I am currently playing this game on the hardest difficulty and currently seeing my buddies struggle with even the easiest difficulty. I am usually the gamer who passes single player games in 2-3 days. However, this game playing in the hardest difficulty, not rushing because it is such a great game, as well playing all the side missions can say this game is EPIC. Hours and HOURS of fun. Even in 1080p the game looks amazing. I have found absolutely no glitches while playing this game which is a plus in todays gaming standards. Combat system is one of the best out there. The story is actually quite intriguing but I will leave you guys to find out! I would buy this game twice just to support santa monica studios. That's how great this game is! For those giving bad reviews because of the codes Review the seller and not the game. My code worked as soon as I received it through EMAIL! I have always pre ordered on amazon and received all bonus pre orders as expected hard to take other people credible when they have issues with codes. Game is a must have ignore the code reviews.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2018 by Michael
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
One of the Best action adventure games of 2018 hands down. I've been following the God Of War series since the original Playstation and this latest iteration is the best so far. You DO NOT have to play the prior games in order to follow the series, it seems Santa Monica Studio has made a different story but still keeps the G.O.W. legacy going. Here's my take on it the story, I would compare this to the latest Wolverine movie as an analogy. It's been many years since GOW 3, an aging Kratos has left Greek universe and now running away from his past is trying to start new in the Norse universe, where he wanted to live a quiet life. After his second wife dies and leave him with his son Atreus, his wife's dying wish is to scatter her ashes on the top of the highest mountain which Atreus wants to complete with great enthusiasm. As they prepare and wait for Atreus to get over a sickness, the shadowy and menacing Norse God, Baldur appears at their door and forces Kratos to face his past. This is were the game starts and their journey to fulfill Krato's wife's dying wish begins. The game is different from the past GOW games. Kratos now wields the Leviathan Axe, a weapon left to him by his late wife. In the past, Kratos had the blades of chaos with it's long reach gave players a sense of comfort knowing it will reach enemies keeping them at a good distance even from behind. This sort of weapon made past GOW games more of a hack and slash, button mashing type of game. It's still this way don't get me wrong but to less of an extent and more on precision. The Leviathan Axes are now my favorite weapon for Kratos. It forces players to get out of their "keeping enemies at a safe distance" and get them out of their comfort zone. As you play and develop both Kratos and Atreus, the story of father and son pulls you in and makes you closer to their characters and their dysfunctional relationship. I give this game the best score for enjoyment of playing the game and well as the story line. The creators somehow pulled out a rabbit out of their hats when creating this story of continuing the GOW franchise. At first it seemed stupid but as the story and game play progress the story is perfect.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2018 by TechNerd
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
This will probably end up being my favorite game of 2018. If something else is better than this in 2018 then this was a really good year for video games. I won't go too deep in to the story because of easy things to spoil. You are Kratos, the Greek god of war...and last remaining Greek god. After the events of God of War 3 Kratos traveled to a new land, fell in love, took a new wife, and had a son. The game starts with your wife having just passed so you and your son decide to travel to the tallest peak in the land to spread her ashes. Then a stranger knocks on your door... The combat is pretty different from the original games. You now have a returning frost axe (think of a mix between Thor's axe, Jarnborn, and his hammer, Mjolnir) and can go between using it, its runic abilities, and your fists. Your son, Atreus, can also assist in combat. You can upgrade you and your son's abilities as well as equip new abilities and loot. You can also upgrade, craft, and discover new items as you go. The graphics are fantastic, especially on a PS4 Pro. The soundtrack is also amazing. So far this competes with Uncharted 4 and Horizon Zero Dawn for one of the best looking games I've played (including PC). The game is also open world, a first for the series, and also has side quests...another first! If you like God of War games give this a try or if you like action adventure games. If you have a Ps4 I think you should definitely at least rent this to see if its something you enjoy. I am about 40+ hours into the game and I still have stuff to do.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2018 by Steven
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
A gorgeous, emotional, fast-paced and thoughtful installment in the God of War series. Kratos is still the beastly and enraged protagonist we all know and love, but this series adds a totally different dimension to his character: Being a dad. It is simply fascinating to watch Kratos rip off the head of an enemy in one scene, and then sternly--yet softly--instruct his son how to be a warrior the next. There are even moments in the game when Kratos has to resist showing too much affection towards his teachable, but fallible, sidekick. Teaching him too softly, he reasons, will not serve him well going forward. On that note, Atreus is hardly a burden. His quick wit and fiery dedication to Kratos makes him a surprisingly useful and fun companion. Not once have I felt like he was in the way or unnecessary to the mission at hand, nor does utilizing his skills to fend off foes interrupt your present concerns/encounters. In fact, as you will find out, you will struggle to defeat certain enemies without him. The story is clearer and engaging than past entries, with the transitions between cutscenes and gameplay a totally seamless experience. The action ramps up quickly, the puzzles are challenging and rewarding, and the landscape is worth exploring. This is all I will say for now. This is an experience worth playing to be believed!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2018 by tdskirst
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
This is a game that story wise is pretty good. The problem is other than kratos's new voice actor being fantastic and its visuals, it's a step down in every way compared to classics. At first your wondering hey where are the blades of chaos, than you think oh it's because he doesnt want to hit atreus(boy) but very early in the game boy starts jumping on and choking enemies it can even be comboed with kratos hitting the enemy he chokes. Mild spoiler the in game reason he doesnt use the boc is because he swore off them as part of his redemption. Let's all be honest noone who truly enjoys god of war expected kratos not to kill everyone he sees, so it's really weird when he comes off so subdued like his wife was an emasculating feminist. The beginning of the game kratos gets slapped by a visitor and didnt even immediately rip his head off. The worst part of the whole game is Boy he whines alot, catches attitude with kratos and even dares to attack him.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2018 by GoldenChild
Platform For Display: PlayStation 4
Edition: Standard
God of War is the latest entry to the Sony exclusive Mythological game moving from the Gods of Greece to the Gods of Norse in the a reinvention of the franchise. After God of War Ascension mostly lukewarm response and the conclusion to the story in God of War 3. God of War is back with a soft reboot where Kratos is now in Midgard, has a new family, and with his son Atreus seeks to spread the ashes of his recently deceased wife on the highest peak in the realms. Does God of War truly live up to the hype or are the Gods dead? Pros: Graphics, are a free space for games nowadays but completely deserved as God of War is a great looking game. The Game nails the Norse aesthetics and Kratos and Atreus look great especially Kratos, who now sports a thick beard. The game has options on the PS4 Pro which I played it on, whether 4K at 30 or 1080p at an uncapped one the game looks gorgeous at either setting. The uncapped frame rate is inconsistent as it drops in the bigger areas but gets to 60 FPS in smaller areas, it became my favorite option to play on. All while having a one shot over the shoulder camera that never cuts away from beginning to the end, like the movie Birdman but this being a 20 hour game and not a two hour movie. Gone is the locked camera angles from previous God of War games. So whether on the Pro or regular PS4 God of War is one of the best looking games of the generation. The Story. The plot of God of War takes a different route Kratos isn’t here to take vengeance on the Norse Gods and kill everyone that plot concluded in God of War 3. Instead it tells a more personal story of Kratos spreading the ashes of his wife on top the highest point in all the realms. The Gods of Asgard meddle along the way and we have one the best told stories for God of War franchise, also a length one it’s about 20 hours long with 10 hours of side quests. The dynamic between Kratos and Atreus works throughout the game as we see Kratos get major character development from being this one dimensional angry guy at the Gods and anger at everyone to a more calmed and disciplined father trying to raise his son to be better than him. It was something that I didn’t expect from the story or necessarily wanted but it turned out to be great for the character of Kratos. Atreus the son of Kratos is likeable, he is the kid that hopes for the best out of everyone. The dynamic of Kratos and Boy is great my favorite is the boat stories they tell each other about Norse Mythology or previous God of War games. At some point in the story you get a talking head and he joins your party. There is so much of the story that’s great it’s my favorite out of all the God of War games. From making Kratos into a sympathetic character to the norse mythology transition to the Father and Son dynamic that works. God of War makes a new and unique story that is the best in the franchise. The Gameplay. has been revamped from the hack and slash to a third person action game. The first impressions where this looks like the Last of Us you got an old man and a child they ruined God of War! The gameplay is pretty fun it’s not the Last of Us it’s more of an action game now you have the Leviathan axe where you can chain combos and team up with atreus as he shoots arrows. The axe also functions like Mjolnir and can be thrown and called back to you which all can be used to chain combos. You have also you fists as a weapon and although Kratos is more calm he is still prone to Spartan Rage where his attacks are more amped up. All can be upgraded with the skill tree making for a fun and enjoyable gameplay. You can also get new armor and gear throughout your journey to midgard adding some more RPG elements. It isn’t going to win everyone over if you prefer the hack and slash combat this new third person might be a betrayal of the franchise. As this moves from the hack and slash to a third person action game. Despite the changes the combat it is an improvement and the changes were necessary as the combat started to grow stale by Ascension. The soundtrack: God of War has always had a good soundtrack but the old norse OST nails the atmosphere of the game and needs to be praised. No Microtransactions. Kind of sad that this has become a positive thing but since most triple A games have embraced microtransactions. I am happy to report that God of War has no season pass, no microtransactions, and no loot boxes. This could have easily been monetized with the game’s armors but it didn’t and instead of buying it you actually have to play for it. God of War is like the games back in the day what you see is what you get no paywalls, no broken at launch we will fix this later. Just a good old fashioned game and in 2018 that is saying something. It’s a linear single-player game. Yes people still want to play single-player games (cough EA cough) as God of War is a linear single player game. It is not a live service, an open world, or an mmo. It refreshing to see a traditional single-player game in the age of live service. As publishers say single-player games are dying God of War comes out and proves them wrong with it being a critical and financial success. God of War proving a big publisher like EA is a huge positive. Cons: Side Missions, feel like busy work and sometimes feel like they are added to pad the length of game. Boss Fights. Good for the most part but some boss fights are recycled. You fight the same troll four times in a row throughout your playthrough. That’s just laziness and it trying to pad out the game. The ending sucked. Not Mass Effect 3 levels of bad, however the game just ends and sets up for the next game God of War 2 or God of War V. There’s nothing real more to say about the ending it just short. It’s like opening an empty Christmas present. There is a “secret ending” that teases stuff coming in the next game but that doesn’t save the ending from being bad. Verdict: God of War is the best game to come out in 2018 for now. While not perfect the series still managed to achieve the impossible. To successfully change the franchise especially as beloved as this one. There was more things against God of War than for it. Yet Cory Barlog and his team at Sony Santa Monica managed to bring back the franchise from the brink. God of War is worth absolutely playing it is fantastic renaissance for the franchise after God of War Ascension. A Game of the Year contender. My favorite God of War game since God of War 2.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2018 by Christian Romero