After playing the first 30 minutes or so of God of War: Ascension, I can say quite confidently that, yes, this is the acclaimed God of War. But is that a good thing? This isn’t a game that really revolutionises the series, and the origin story that fills the gaps of Kratos’ past isn’t quite as refreshing as the PSP games (which are also prequels). So then why should we care?
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.
The demos REALLY good. Didn't think I would like it this much. Its familiar, buts its the most refined GOW game I've ever played.
I would preferred a prequel like Ghost of Sparta, when kratos was the God of War. I liked the demo.
God of War is an amazing franchise that should be praised for what it has done for it's genre....
With that being said I downloaded this demo...and played the multiplayer. It just feels like more of the same to me. I know the old saying if it ain't broke don't fix it but...maybe it's time for GoW to just burn out rather than fade away.
Or at least do something new with the gameplay...
Probably More Of The Same But That Isn't A Bad Thing
Yep, & if they totally overhauled this game & changed it up, then there would still be negativity surrounding it.....as it is a Sony product....and everyone knows that hacking on ANYTHING Sony is "The Koolest".
I mean, Halo 4 was hailed as the 2nd coming of Christ, yet, it is exactly the same game as the last 3 (well, nowhere near as good as part 1, as Halo 1 was & still is the benchmark for that series).
The difference being is that God Of War was awesome, yet GOW2 bettered it in every sense, then the PSP games came & were also excellent, & GOW3 on PS3 set the bar even higher, thanks to the vastly improved visuals & set pieces.
A game like Crash Bandicoot, Devil May Cry or Tomb Raider, are in desperate need of rebooting, due to either outdated gameplay mechanics, or just poorer & poorer sequels, or in most cases, both....but games that are awesome throughout, & haven't dropped off on that pace, just need to introduce subtle gameplay improvements, & offer interesting story & character development.....simple as that. The GOW series, is the best hack'n'slash game EVER conceived, bar none....& I do not say that lightly, as I was a huge DMC fan from the 1st PS2 game (2nd one sucked, & 3rd one was still nowhere near as good as 1st), as well, I also enjoy the Ninja Gaiden games.......but, the simple fact is, that for responsiveness, awesome gameplay, awesome story, awesome character, THE BEST BOSSES IN ANY GAME & just the all-round biggest, best & most immersive production, God Of War has yet to be beaten.
I know I'll get many disagrees, but I care not, as I have not one shred of doubt that the GOW series rules the adventure/hack'n'slash genre, without question.
Oh, & why the hell would they get rid of the QTE's, this series introduced THE BEST, most accurate, fun, well implemented QTE's of any game, & I still enjoy finishing off bosses & such in that way.
I mean, Darksiders & many other games tried copying that aspect of the series, & that to me is the highest compliment they can pay.......Also, the dopey author here stated that these developers should drop the QTE's to copy from another game series.....get off the crack son, imagine the swarming Sony haters, jumping on Santa Monica studios for copying from another big title, like Tomb Raider.
Leave this series as is, just improve where it needs improving, & make sure the set pieces, bosses & stories get bigger & better all the time.
Then, when the series starts rapidly going south, then it will be time for a makeover.