Analog Addiction Writes: "The Basics
God of War: Ascension is the first God of War game to offer any competitive online experience, although Kratos won't be playable in the multiplayer portion. It definitely mirrors the God of War gameplay we have come to expect.
Choosing A God
When you first start multiplayer you will be ask to align your character with 1 of 4 Gods, which can be changed if at any point your character returns to the area. Within the Beta we were allowed access to only two of the Gods: Ares, who gave your character boosts in melee damage and other strength focused abilities, and Zeus who improved elemental damage and gave players magical abilities. The other two Gods available are Hades and Poseidon, though their abilities were not shown during the Beta."
God of War's forgotten multiplayer mode was introduced nearly a decade ago, but it may have been a great addition if it was implemented now.
Not saying it was perfect but I really enjoyed it. One of the more unique MP experiences. Wouldn't mind them trying again.
It was nuts that they actually managed to make that experience work so well.
The story might have been the weakest (story-wise) in the main series, but the MP was super fun and well done.
Kratos has been on a rampage, killing Gods in epic battles since 2005. With each release managing to offer high-octane action, I explore each God of War title and rank every adventure from his journey to Olympus to his Norse tales of fatherhood.
I won’t rank Ragnarok just yet, although it is honestly leaving me and my wife blown away…won’t go into details right now, not done as I assume others aren’t either, maybe some of you are, idk haha.
But here’s how I rank them
5. God of War 3
4. God of War Ascension.
3. God of War 1.
2. God of War 2.
1. God of War 2018.
Wow, that’s pretty interesting that someone has the same ranking as me haha. So, did you beat Ragnarok? I assume so with you placing it at #1
1. God of war 3
2. God of war 2018
3. God of war 2
4. God of war 1
Haven't played the others but about 30 hrs In to ragnarock now so safe to say if it keeps up it will end up being at the top of my list when I'm done.
I will say the pacing of the original titles and the epic feel to them I feel is way better than the new one’s. Like, I could recognize and appreciate the praise God of War received, but it bores me to tears except for the pivotal moments.
However, that being said I feel Ragnarok is waaaaay better than 2018. I’m only on Ch. 6, but it’s pretty much rocked my face off from the get-go.
I’m really split between this being my GotY or Elden Ring.
I think different games in the series had different strengths but all are great. I liked the original as it was an origin story and the mechanics were fresh. The sequel added smoother gameplay. Three was just so far ahead of it's time graphically it wasn't even funny. Plus great gameplay and bosses and insane gore and nice use of sexy time. The reboot was cool but lost a lot of what I liked about the original trilogy (I don't need my games grown up, just fun). Will wait and see with ragnarok as haven't had time to play it yet.
BLG writes: "God of War has evolved significantly since the first game launched in 2005. Each subsequent entry has brought something new to the series, be it new power sets, fighting styles, and in the case of the 2018 reboot, a whole new combat system. Therefore, a major component in ranking every God of War game is that game’s impact on the franchise."
2 is my all time favorite with Ascension being my least (but still worth playing). First time dealing with the colossus of rhodes as well as the scale of the steeds of time... just a great game overall.
3 is the best for me, closely followed by the reboot. The reboot lost some of the spectacular scenes in favour of deeper gameplay, 3 was jaw dropping at times. I'm hoping the next game will have the best of both.
Yeah 3 was my favorite as well! The Poseidon battle was amazing! Gameplay wise and graphically!
Honestly first 2 were amazing. I really wanted Sony yo bring back David jaffe and have him do his own version of God of war reboot working in different mythology. David and Cory could make sure story made sense but I think God of war is a big enough series where multiple entries at the same time
1. GOW 3
1. GOW 2
2. GOW: Ghost of Sparta
3. GOW 1
4. GOW: Chains of Olympus
5. GOW(2018)
6. GOW: Ascension
GOW 2018 2nd from the bottom? Behind 1? Behind the 2 PSP games?
Your street cred is taking a hit today.
"Sadly no appearance options for your character were present, so the basic “Jason Statham lookalike” seems to be the basis of our character, although this is only the Beta so this could change."
Yeah, I'd assume they'd at the very least let you customize your characters skin color in the final version.
"In the fast paced, 4-man battles that can occur on the map, it is very easy to lose your character amongst the carnage."
YES! I came in first place in a Favor of the Gods match yesterday and I'm pretty sure the guy who killed the Cyclops was me, except two other members of my team had the EXACT same upper, lower, and helmet armor as I did...so I didn't really know if it was me. There needs to be more character customization.
Btw, can someone explain the Spear that lands in the middle of a match? It was my understanding that only the player on the winning team with the most favor could use that spear.
Beta is finished now?
new hardware (from both companies) is coming and we r still at gow ascension?...pls is ALREADY OLD...
(another failing marketing process from our loved sony)
go on neogaf,semiaccurate,vgleaks,be yond3d etc etc...wtf caring about this games? no one..
@thekayle sounds like Kratos took you to a back room for a mini game
yeah ..yeah to me...is just a game going out on a 7 years old hardware as both console r
theres nothing to exciting...till we r talking about x360 and ps3 ...
my gaming from 1.5 years come from pc ( as i said more than 1 time i already sold the ps3 and keep the x360 just for the streming tv apps) where every ******* game appear wonderful compared to the console version (and im saying technically speaking)
and also if the storyline could be "COOL" the gameplay "SUPERCOOL" as u want...everytime i see something dedicated to this two console feel OLD to my eyes...
and IMHO if the gaming population would be more critic...probably the BIG in the industry would give more often what gamers ask....take that game with old AA ..low resolution low gfx and mid range texturing....is what the mid gamer deserve
everyone is free to speak so enjoy the game ..im waiting the E3 for new hardware