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God of War

God of War

April 19, 2018
Sony Interactive Entertainment
4.8/5.0(301,055 reviews)

Genres

Action

Themes

fantasyepicdarkrevengewarintimatemysterious

Mechanics

real-timelinearcombatcombo-systemblocking-parryingranged-combatmelee-combatquick-time-eventsplatformingpuzzle-solvingexplorationcutscenesvoice-actingskill-treesai-companions
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About This Game

Set in Norse mythology, 'God of War' follows Kratos, the former Greek god, and his son Atreus on a journey to honor his deceased wife. The game features breathtaking visuals, a deeply emotional narrative, and a combat system that combines strategy with visceral action, positioning it as a standout in modern gaming.

Highlights

  • Engaging father-son narrative exploring themes of loss and growth.
  • Seamless integration of cinematic storytelling and gameplay.
  • Richly developed Norse mythology enhances the setting.
  • Dynamic combat system with a variety of weapons and skills.
  • Open-world exploration combined with linear progression.
  • Visually stunning graphics and immersive sound design.
  • Character development that influences gameplay and story.
  • Challenging puzzles that require both combat and intelligence.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Time to Beat

Rushed:32h
Main story:32h
Completionist:48h

Player Reviews

Great

Overall player feedback for God of War is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising the engaging storyline, graphics, and combat mechanics despite some criticisms of combat fluidity and collectible abundance. Some reviews expressed significant frustration, particularly regarding gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game is considered a standout title in the series.

Pros

  • • Engaging storyline
  • • Stunning graphics
  • • Entertaining combat mechanics
  • • Strong character development
  • • Immersive world exploration

Cons

  • • Combat can feel clunky or tedious
  • • Excessive collectibles
  • • Some gameplay mechanics frustrate players

Based on 9 reviews from playstation

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

God of War (2018) Story Recap | Watch Before Ragnarök

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God of War — Frequently Asked Questions

Is God of War worth playing?
God of War has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.8 out of 5 across 301,055 reviews.
How long does it take to beat God of War?
God of War takes around 32 hours for the main story and about 48 hours to fully complete.
Is God of War included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — God of War is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is God of War single-player or multiplayer?
God of War supports single player.
What platforms is God of War available on?
God of War is available on PS4.
When did God of War release?
God of War released on April 19, 2018.
What is God of War's age rating?
God of War carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.