Similar to franchises like Devil May Cry, Rygar, and Castlevania, the game draws its inspiration from ancient Greek mythology and boasts a heavy emphasis on exploration and battle strategy. Broken into three to four acts, the game also has a strong focus on story-telling and boast tons of magic spells and abilities. Described as "Clash of the Titans meets Heavy Metal", God of War equips its hero with a pair of sword-like chain weapons that can grab enemies, perform multi-hit combos, and pull off a variety of different aerial attacks. Slight platforming elements and an energy collection system similar to that of Onimusha have been incorporated as well, and players are even able to use certain elements of their fallen enemies as a weapon (re: Medusa's head, for instance, can be used to turn enemies to stone after you've defeated her).
God of War
- March 18, 2005
Who wants to go god hunting?
Insider Video Features: God of War
- March 19, 2005
The video judgement.
Music: God Of War Soundtrack
- March 25, 2005
Sweeping virtual orchestrations and symphonic atmospheria.
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God of War
- November 12, 2004
Become Kratos and slaughter your enemies to the sound of their lamenting women!
E3 2004: God of War - More Details
- May 12, 2004
Sony Santa Monica's first title is a doozy. Mixing Clash of the Titans with Heavy Metal, they hope to impress gamers all over the world with their ultra violent action title, God of War
E3 2004: God of War - Hands-On
- May 12, 2004
We become Kratos, Spartan super soldier bent on killing Ares.
Pre-E3 2004: God of War - Preview
- May 4, 2004
Name: Ares. Company: Olympian Gods Incorporated. Occupation: War God. That's right... How you doin', bitch?
SCEA Santa Monica Gamers' Day: God of War Impressions
- February 19, 2004
Sony wows us with a surprise blast of mythical mayhem.
Insider Video Features: God of War Video Tips
- April 7, 2005
The final battle.
God of War 2: The Essentials
- April 5, 2005
By the gods, the sequel had better be good.
Insider Video Features: God of War Video Tips
- March 31, 2005
Pandora's Guardian
Game of the Month: March 2005
- March 31, 2005
One of the closest battles ever, it was Kratos vs. Dante when all was said and done.
Music: God Of War's Sonic Fury
- March 25, 2005
Composer interview and soundtrack review.
Music: Winifred Phillips Talks God Of War
- March 25, 2005
Composer reveals the tricks behind her portion of the in-game score.
Insider Video Features: God of War Video Tips
- March 21, 2005
Guidance for mere mortals.
Dirty Dozen: The Games of Spring 2005 (Part 1)
- March 7, 2005
Spring is in the air... And so are these freaking games!
God of War: Oracle Found
- February 24, 2005
How can a champion kill a god? Only the Oracle knows.
God of War: Athens on Fire
- February 4, 2005
As Ares' army rapes and murders its way through the ancient city, Kratos the Spartan nears.
Dirty Dozen: The Class of 2005
- November 18, 2004
We take a closer look at the twelve games you MUST own next year.
God of War Interview
- June 10, 2004
Getting under the skin of this brutal new game.
SCEA Santa Monica Gamers' Day: God of War Interview
- February 20, 2004
Talking about gore, violence, and Greek mythology with David Jaffe.
FAQs: Game Help Q&A; 2005-April-15
- April 15, 2005
Questions on Splinter Cell Chaos Theory (Xbox/PC), God Of War, Resident Evil Outbreak, The Settlers Heritage of Kings, Sonic Advance 3, Metal Gear Solid (PSOne), Tony Hawk 2X answewred.
FAQs: Game Help 2005 April 1
- April 1, 2005
Obscure, God of War, Splinter Cell Chaos Theory, LEGO Star Wars, Thief Dark Project, Thief II Metal Age, Thief Gold
Cheats: The Bug Report 2005 April 1st
- April 1, 2005
Bugs and glitches are not a joke.
PSP: PSP Videos To Go (Vol. 1)
- March 25, 2005
Week in review, event coverage, video reviews, and much more are ready for your PSP.
God of War Commands Retail
- March 22, 2005
Action fans and Classics majors, pay attention.
Jaffes Takes EB
- March 21, 2005
Respected God of War creator wants to say thanks to fans.
God of War 2?
- March 15, 2005
The final copy of Sony's utterly amazing God of War hints at a sequel / prequel.
God of Voices
- March 15, 2005
Here's a complete list of every actor in God of War.
PS2 at G-Phoria
- August 1, 2004
Playable Killzone, Ratchet and Clank: Up Your Arsenal, and more.
Insider: Sony: E3 2004 Booth Report
- May 14, 2004
Plenty of games -- and a whole new handheld. The Sony booth in a nutshell.
SCEA Santa Monica Gamers' Day: The Truth About Dark Odyssey
- February 19, 2004
AKA: clearing up the confusion.
SCEA Santa Monica Gamers' Day: Sony Announces God of War
- February 19, 2004
Greek mythology, chained double swords, and a ton of action; First trailer and screens!
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