Current Events > God of War reviews are dropping within an hour or two.

(+) Yeah! (+)

From the majors.

Let's see how this goes.
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12:01 AM PT to be precise.
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Vita_Aeterna posted...

12:01 AM PT to be precise.

So in an whore then
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Trying to keep my hype in check but I just can't. Guess it's gonna be my own fault if this ends up being a letdown.

The stories I heard from the preview event a couple of weeks ago were reeeeally encouraging though.
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This is this first in the franchise that might actually be good so I'm optimistic.
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Slip-N-Slide posted...

This is this first in the franchise that might actually be good so I'm optimistic.

Hey, I know we're allowed to have shitty opinions, but you're pushing the boundary here.
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10 / 10 from IGN:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2018/04/12/god-of-war-review
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10 from easy allies and destructoid too
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Polycosm posted...

10 / 10 from IGN:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2018/04/12/god-of-war-review

bevan306 posted...

10 from easy allies and destructoid too

Damn. I was hoping I wouldn't want any new games for a while.
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Tupacrulez posted...

Slip-N-Slide posted...

This is this first in the franchise that might actually be good so I'm optimistic.

Hey, I know we're allowed to have shitty opinions, but you're pushing the boundary here.

Greek mythology doesn't interest me so the story is bleh, and the gameplay is just button mashing and QTE's. 3 was a beautiful game with great art design though, I just don't really care about Greek mythology so it didn't do much for me.

The combat looks to be more engaging in this one and possibly have a more grounded story. Which for fans of the series as it was might hate, but for me it's the first time I've had an interest in the series since trying to play all the previous games and never finishing them out of boredom.
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it's currently 96% at opencritic...
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I'm totally eating crow.

This seems to be one of the most critically acclaimed games for both the PS4 and this generation. Total GOTY contender. Didn't expect this at all.
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bevan306 posted...

it's currently 96% at opencritic...

94 from Metacritic.

I pre-ordered couple months back, feels good to see the exceptional scores.
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God of War doesnt just feel like the next step for the franchise, but for the entire video game industry. Phenomenal visuals, rewarding exploration, and a deep, nuanced combat system contribute to an epic adventure that should be experienced by every human on earth. Santa Monica Studio is taking us all to Valhalla.

https://easyallies.com/#!/review/god-of-war-ps4

https://www.theguardian.com/games/2018/apr/12/god-of-war-review-violent-vengeful-and-more-brilliant-than-ever

It is rare to play a game so accomplished in everything it sets out to do. God of War is a standard-setter both technologically and narratively. It is a game that, until recently, would have been impossible.

GameSpot says there's no negatives in their game. I'm seeing talk about all the side quests being great with no bloat.

Holy shit. Welp guess this is a day one buy now.
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Goddamn of war, this game may even be bigger of a hit that the OG game
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https://www.gamesradar.com/god-of-war-review/

The final question really isnt about where it sits in any game of the year discussions, but rather its place in eventual game of the generation talks

This is sounding BOTW tier my dudes (it's sad how many people will be outraged at this comment).
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Darmik posted...

I'm totally eating crow.

This seems to be one of the most critically acclaimed games for both the PS4 and this generation. Total GOTY contender. Didn't expect this at all.

Same, holy shit.
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Well, looks like I'm pre-ordering it on psn.
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I am so hyped.
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Okay, I'm hyped now.
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I don't have a PS4, so I'm positive the game sucks ass.
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Darmik posted...

God of War doesnt just feel like the next step for the franchise, but for the entire video game industry. Phenomenal visuals, rewarding exploration, and a deep, nuanced combat system contribute to an epic adventure that should be experienced by every human on earth. Santa Monica Studio is taking us all to Valhalla.

https://easyallies.com/#!/review/god-of-war-ps4

https://www.theguardian.com/games/2018/apr/12/god-of-war-review-violent-vengeful-and-more-brilliant-than-ever

It is rare to play a game so accomplished in everything it sets out to do. God of War is a standard-setter both technologically and narratively. It is a game that, until recently, would have been impossible.

GameSpot says there's no negatives in their game. I'm seeing talk about all the side quests being great with no bloat.

Holy shit. Welp guess this is a day one buy now.

That trailer looks amazing but is the whole game like an escort mission? (I've never played any of the previous games)
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eggcorn posted...

Darmik posted...

God of War doesnt just feel like the next step for the franchise, but for the entire video game industry. Phenomenal visuals, rewarding exploration, and a deep, nuanced combat system contribute to an epic adventure that should be experienced by every human on earth. Santa Monica Studio is taking us all to Valhalla.

https://easyallies.com/#!/review/god-of-war-ps4

https://www.theguardian.com/games/2018/apr/12/god-of-war-review-violent-vengeful-and-more-brilliant-than-ever

It is rare to play a game so accomplished in everything it sets out to do. God of War is a standard-setter both technologically and narratively. It is a game that, until recently, would have been impossible.

GameSpot says there's no negatives in their game. I'm seeing talk about all the side quests being great with no bloat.

Holy shit. Welp guess this is a day one buy now.

That trailer looks amazing but is the whole game like an escort mission? (I've never played any of the previous games)

Not really. You don't have to babysit him
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Made a list on another forum, feel free to use it:

Easy Allies - 10/10
IGN - 10/10
Polygon - 10/10
USgamer - 10/10
Destructoid - 10/10
The Guardian - 10/10
Playstation Lifestyle - 10/10
Gamingbolt - 10/10
Gadgets360 - 10/10
Gamesradar - 10/10
God is a Geek - 10/10
We Got This Covered - 10/10
Wccftech - 10/10
CGMagazine - 10/10
Push Square - 10/10
Gamingtrend - 10/10
Game Revolution - 10/10
Gameinformer - 9.8/10
EGM - 9.5/10
COGconnected - 9.5/10
Worthplaying - 9.2/10
Gamespot - 9/10
Hardcore Gamer - 9/10
Metro - 9/10
Attack of the Fanboy - 9/10
Videogamer - 9/10
Press Start - 9/10
Trusted Reviews - 9/10
Digital Trends - 9/10
Gamesbeat - 9/10
Shacknews - 9/10
Digitally Downloaded - 9/10
Stevivor - 8/10
TheSixthAxis - 8/10
Twinfinite - 8/10
The Daily Dot - 8/10

Absolute unit
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Darmik posted...

Made a list on another forum, feel free to use it:

Easy Allies - 10/10
IGN - 10/10
Polygon - 10/10
USgamer - 10/10
Destructoid - 10/10
The Guardian - 10/10
Playstation Lifestyle - 10/10
Gamingbolt - 10/10
Gadgets360 - 10/10
Gamesradar - 10/10
God is a Geek - 10/10
We Got This Covered - 10/10
Wccftech - 10/10
CGMagazine - 10/10
Push Square - 10/10
Gamingtrend - 10/10
Game Revolution - 10/10
Gameinformer - 9.8/10
EGM - 9.5/10
COGconnected - 9.5/10
Worthplaying - 9.2/10
Gamespot - 9/10
Hardcore Gamer - 9/10
Metro - 9/10
Attack of the Fanboy - 9/10
Videogamer - 9/10
Press Start - 9/10
Trusted Reviews - 9/10
Digital Trends - 9/10
Gamesbeat - 9/10
Shacknews - 9/10
Digitally Downloaded - 9/10
Stevivor - 8/10
TheSixthAxis - 8/10
Twinfinite - 8/10
The Daily Dot - 8/10

Absolute unit

Holy FUCK
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pres_madagascar posted...

eggcorn posted...

Darmik posted...

God of War doesnt just feel like the next step for the franchise, but for the entire video game industry. Phenomenal visuals, rewarding exploration, and a deep, nuanced combat system contribute to an epic adventure that should be experienced by every human on earth. Santa Monica Studio is taking us all to Valhalla.

https://easyallies.com/#!/review/god-of-war-ps4

https://www.theguardian.com/games/2018/apr/12/god-of-war-review-violent-vengeful-and-more-brilliant-than-ever

It is rare to play a game so accomplished in everything it sets out to do. God of War is a standard-setter both technologically and narratively. It is a game that, until recently, would have been impossible.

GameSpot says there's no negatives in their game. I'm seeing talk about all the side quests being great with no bloat.

Holy shit. Welp guess this is a day one buy now.

That trailer looks amazing but is the whole game like an escort mission? (I've never played any of the previous games)

Not really. You don't have to babysit him

oh cool cool. I want this now but feel weird for not playing the others.
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Only a 9 from gamespot?

Flop confirmed
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Sounds like I need to get my hands on a PS4.

JxOxNxIxCxS posted...

Only a 9 from gamespot?

Flop confirmed

That final word though

THE GOOD
Impeccable presentation
The father-son dynamic enhances combat and makes Kratos surprisingly relatable
Convincing writing that humanizes the extraordinary supporting cast
Kratos' agility and deep repertoire of techniques make him more fun to control than ever
Midgard is fantastic to look at and filled with worthwhile side quests
Expertly transforms and builds upon the series' established gameplay
THE BAD
N/A

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Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.
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Awesome posted...

Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.

PS4 has literally already sold ass loads.
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i bought my ps4 years ago for the eventual release of this game. as soon as news hit i had it preordered. i knew it was going to be a masterpiece

The Bad:

Not 10/10 material
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Awesome posted...

Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.

This aint 2013, son.
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I highly doubt this game will feel like a 10, but I'm excited nonetheless.

I wonder if this will get the whole
"God of War does nothing new!"
"God of War is just a generic action game!"
"People only rate this game high because they've never played an action game before!"
Treatment <_<
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JxOxNxIxCxS posted...

Awesome posted...

Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.

This aint 2013, son.

All you need to do is make a game look good with emotional story telling and you willl sell games or have reviewers go nuts, fact is this game has kratos chaperone an annoying kid while making the combat and weapons next to nothing.
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Awesome posted...

JxOxNxIxCxS posted...

Awesome posted...

Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.

This aint 2013, son.

All you need to do is make a game look good with emotional story telling and you willl sell games or have reviewers go nuts, fact is this game has kratos chaperone an annoying kid while making the combat and weapons next to nothing.

PS4 dont need no system seller nowadays, tbh
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i literally bought my ps4 in 2013 or whatever, just to collect dust until this game. im so hype

JxOxNxIxCxS posted...

Awesome posted...

JxOxNxIxCxS posted...

Awesome posted...

Of course the game is getting great reviews, this is meant to be their system selling title, and these reviewers are making this happen.

This aint 2013, son.

All you need to do is make a game look good with emotional story telling and you willl sell games or have reviewers go nuts, fact is this game has kratos chaperone an annoying kid while making the combat and weapons next to nothing.

PS4 dont need no system seller nowadays, tbh

This
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Awesome posted...

All you need to do is make a game look good with emotional story telling and you willl sell games or have reviewers go nuts, fact is this game has kratos chaperone an annoying kid while making the combat and weapons next to nothing.

Damn who knew it was that easy
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console pos peasants don't deserve gow exclusivity

Oakland510_ posted...

console pos peasants don't deserve gow exclusivity

Nerdy platform elitists don't deserve anything but Early Access garbage.
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Honestly feels like a lot of ball licking from reviewers to stay in Sony's graces. My PS4 is broken though so I may just be salty, but I don't think a God of War game deserves such praise.
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What if Zelda had an amazing, cinematic story?

What if Last of Us had incredible, skill based combat?

What if Uncharted somehow put all the violence in context?

What if Dark Souls was approachable and clear?

The answer to all of these questions and more is God of War.

https://twitter.com/jeffcannata/status/984342342248284163?s=19
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Get fucked, haters.

I've always been a believer in Cory Barlog and the people at Santa Monica Studios.

Anyone throwing shade or still being a disbeliever can lick my hemorrhoided asshole.
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Virus731 posted...

Honestly feels like a lot of ball licking from reviewers to stay in Sony's graces. My PS4 is broken though so I may just be salty, but I don't think a God of War game deserves such praise.

No name review sites are praising it too homie
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Time to cop
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