God of War: Ascension is an attempt to convert the gamers who weren’t feeling the past three releases and it works. Sort of. What makes this prequel so awesome is the same thing that ultimately causes it’s own demise.
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.
Venus is her Roman equivalent. Should be Aphrodite.
Solid 9 and if you factor in the very competent and fun mp its a 9.5 to 10
I bought the collectors edition (by the way statue is awesome) and since ive gotten this game ive been staying up till 4am every night and getting to work tired lol This game is just as awesome as GOW3 and is really good. Imo it is no lower than an 8.5 and i believe it is a 9.
Mp my god its just so addictive. Like someone mentioned above i would also buy it if it was just a standalone mp game. The weapons and special moves are cool. The graphics in mp are literally better than most graphics ive seen during sp and that's insane. All the dynamic events are beautiful and well done. On the Daedelus level you literally are jumping from moving squares during game play and its all done seamlessly. Character armor can be changed and also the colors and skin types. The weapons and the things each do are great!!!
I dont know what ppl want from this game. Fatigue my #ss this game should stay the way it is gameplay wise because it just works. Its not like the devs haven't added things in gameplay and even added a very good mp as well. I swear if it was another game that had the same exact controls and nothing added theyw ould have given it a 9.5 and said "this game stays true to form and is a great addition" 7.8 isnt a bad score but all those 7's ive seen are ridiculous since alot of websites are marking ti down because they say its same old same old
There are a couple of things about the SP that I'm not happy about. The greatest thing, to me, about all GoW games to this point has been the narrative. You always knew what you were doing and why. There was always that cinematic break that got you up to speed and made you feel like what you were doing was important. I don't get that feeling as much in GoW:A. Maybe it will come later but at the point I'm currently at I'm not 100% sure what I am supposed to do or why I am doing it. The graphics are outstanding, at least on par with GoW3, but there are little hesitations in responsiveness and the autosave will make things hesitate slightly. For a Santa Monica game it feels ever so slightly unpolished. I'm not a huge MP fan but the MP is fresh and well done. Overall, so far, it's not quite on par with 3. Just comparing it to the other GoW games, including the Ready at Dawn games, I would give it an 8.5 (GoW 2 would be a 9.9). I love Kratos. The series deserves an awesome spinoff or reboot on the PS4. Can't wait to see what SSM can do.
not seeing amazing graphics here, it looks as good as other good looking console games. when GoW3 was out, it looked so much better comparing to other games, but GoW:A now is just one of the good looking console games, so I think score of 7-8 the game has been getting is right on.