GameZone's Matt Liebl writes, "Regardless of how well the God of War games have been received, there seems to be a perception that, from a character development standpoint, Kratos leaves a lot to be desired. There's a belief among some that he's a one-dimensional character capable only of expressing anger. Santa Monica Studios is hoping to change that perception with God of War: Ascension, the newest installment to the long-standing franchise and a prequel set six months to a year after the death of Kratos' family."

