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God of War: Ascension

While not quite the high-point of the God Of War series, Ascension delivers an action-packed, gloriously-produced, freak-bashing extravaganza with an addictive multiplayer component to boot.
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62%Game Brain Score
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80% User Score Based on 10 reviews
Critic Score 74%Based on 7 reviews

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God of War: Ascension is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game with fantasy, drama and historical themes. It was developed by SCE Santa Monica Studio and was released on March 12, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"God of War: Ascension," the seventh game in the series, is a historical hack and slash prequel to the previous installments. As Kratos, a former servant of Ares, the God of War, players journey through a path to freedom after breaking a blood oath with Ares. This special edition includes a premium steelbook case, official game soundtrack, multiplayer double XP, PS3 dynamic theme, and PSN avatar pack.

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and beautiful visuals, making it a marvel to look at.
  • The combat system is engaging and fast-paced, with some modifications that enhance the gameplay experience.
  • The multiplayer component is deep and enjoyable, providing a fresh experience in a crowded genre.
  • The game is relatively short and lacks the epic scale and complexity of previous God of War titles.
  • There are issues with difficulty spikes and some puzzles that can feel unsatisfying.
  • The game may feel unbalanced at times, with pacing issues and a lack of memorable content.
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    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game have received high praise for their impressive visuals, featuring beautiful environments and magnificent set-piece encounters. Players highlight the engaging and fast-paced combat, along with incredible level design that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are absolutely beautiful, featuring magnificent set-piece encounters and massive battles.”
    • “The visuals are gorgeous, enhancing the engaging and fast-paced combat experience.”
    • “The level design is incredible in some places, complemented by stunning graphics.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has been noted as simpler and featuring a less compelling version of Kratos, which may disappoint some fans; however, this does not significantly detract from the overall quality of the game.

    • “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
    • “The narrative is rich and filled with unexpected twists that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The character development throughout the story is impressive, making you truly care about their fates.”
    • “Fans will probably be disappointed that this is a simpler story with a weaker Kratos, but that doesn't make the game half bad.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that while the single-player gameplay could benefit from further evolution, the robust multiplayer experience serves as a satisfying compensation.

    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance between challenge and fun.”
    • “I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet allow for deep strategy, making every match feel unique.”
    • “The multiplayer experience is a standout, offering dynamic interactions that keep you coming back for more.”
    • “While we would have certainly liked to see the gameplay evolve more on the single-player side of things, we'll take the hefty compensation from multiplayer in its place.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged for long periods.”
    • “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience, making it frustrating to play.”
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74%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews
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God of War: Ascension is a hack and slash game with fantasy, drama and historical themes.

God of War: Ascension is available on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation.

God of War: Ascension was released on March 12, 2013.

God of War: Ascension was developed by SCE Santa Monica Studio.

God of War: Ascension has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

God of War: Ascension is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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