God of War: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

God of War (2005) is a puzzle, hack and slash/beat 'em up, adventure video game developed by SCE Santa Monica Studio, available on PS2. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 88/100 on IGDB.

What is God of War about?

God of War is an action-adventure hack-and-slash video game developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE). Initially launched for the PlayStation 2, the game stands as the first instalment in the God of War series and the third in chronological order. Loosely inspired by Greek mythology, it unfolds in ancient Greece with vengeance as its central theme. The player takes on the role of Kratos, the protagonist, a Spartan warrior devoted to the Olympian gods. Tasked by the goddess Athena, Kratos is assigned to eliminate Ares, the God of War and Kratos' former mentor. Ares had deceitfully manipulated Kratos into killing his wife and daughter. As Ares attacks Athens fueled by hatred for Athena, Kratos embarks on a quest to locate Pandora's Box, the sole object capable of permanently stopping the vengeful god.

Key details

God of War was released in 2005 and supports single player. Platforms: PS2. Developer: SCE Santa Monica Studio.

Should you play God of War?

With a 88/100 aggregate score, God of War ranks among the best-reviewed games in its genre and is widely considered a must-play.