SIE Santa Monica Studio · 2018 · 3 platforms
God of War
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology.
Hack and slash/Beat 'em upRole-playing (RPG)Adventure
01 — About
The story
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology. Unlike previous installments, this game focuses on Norse mythology and follows an older and more seasoned Kratos and his son Atreus in the years since the third game. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
Many years have passed since Kratos, Spartan warrior and former Greek God of War, took his vengeance against the Greek Gods, and he now lives with his young son Atreus in ancient Norway in the realm of Midgard. The game begins after the death of the Jötunn warrior Faye, Kratos' second wife and Atreus' mother, whose last request was for her ashes to be spread at the highest speak of the nine realms. Kratos and Atreus prepare a funeral pyre for her, mourn her death and soon go on a hunt as per Kratos' desire. However much to Kratos' disappointment, Atreus proves his incompetence and lack of focus, making Kratos reconsider taking Atreus in his journey. Kratos is soon attacked by a mysterious stranger with godlike powers, and who cannot feel anything physically. After seemingly killing him, Kratos reluctantly takes Atreus with him and begins their journey.
02 — At a glance
Age
PEGI 18+
Released
Apr 20 2018
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 4PlayStation 5
Developer
SIE Santa Monica Studio
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genres
Hack and slash/Beat 'em upRole-playing (RPG)Adventure
03 — World & gameplay
Technical sheet
Classification
- Franchise
- Themes
- Game modes
- Perspective
Links
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04 — Age ratings
Mature audiences
05 — Languages
Available worldwide
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06 — How long is this game?
Source: HowLongToBeat
Estimated duration
- Main Story30.7h
- Main + Extras32.6h
- Completionist47.8h
07 — Media
See it in action
08 — Editions
Pick your version
Digital Deluxe Edition
Digital Deluxe Edition contains: Full Game God of War Comic #0 by Dark Horse Comics God of War Mini Artbook by Dark Horse Comics Death's Vow Armor Set Exile's Guardian Shield Skin Dynamic Theme
Stone Mason's Edition
Stone Mason Edition Includes: 9" Kratos & Atreus Statue by Gentle Giant Limited Steelbook Case 2" Huldra Brothers Carvings Exclusive Lithograph Cloth Map Stone Mason's Ring Mimir's Head Talking Keychain 2" Horse and Troll Carvings Digital Contents Include: Defender of the Chosen Shield Death's Vow Armor Set Exile's Guardian Shield God of War Digital Comic #0 by Dark Horse God of War Digital Mini Artbook by Dark Horse Dynamic Theme It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son Atreus at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created...
Collector's Edition
The game was released worldwide on April 20, 2018, for the PlayStation 4. In addition to the standard base game, the United States and Canada received three special editions: the Stone Mason Edition, the Collector's Edition, and the Digital Deluxe Edition. Collector’s Edition Includes: Full Game 9" Kratos & Atreus Statue by Gentle Giant Limited Steelbook Case 2" Huldra Brothers Carvings Exclusive Lithograph Cloth Map Digital Contents Include: Defender of the Chosen Shield Death's Vow Armor Set Exile's Guardian Shield God of War Digital Comic #0 by Dark Horse God of War Digital Mini Artbook by Dark Horse Dynamic Theme It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son Atreus at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created.
Limited Edition
Limited Edition contains: - Steelbook Case - Dark Horse Artbook - Death's Vow Armour Set - Exile's Guardian Shield - Dynamic Theme "It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created..."
Bonus Edition
This particular edition of the game is exclusive to Amazon in the EU and offers us as a bonus content the "Three shields" DLC and a dynamic theme (the content can be downloaded via a voucher inside the package).
12 — Price history
Last 90 days
13 — Community voice
What players say
14 — In the same franchise
More from the franchise
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