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  1. 10 (12904)
  2. 9 (3891)
  3. 8 (488)
  4. 7 (116)
  5. 6 (35)
  6. 5 (26)
  7. 4 (16)
  8. 3 (12)
  9. 2 (24)
  10. 1 (140)

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  • Rating:8

    Another strong entry, even if it treads water at points.

    Positives:The action you loved from the first one is still here in spades.Irons out some minor flaws with platforming pretty nicely.Balances things out to where those late-game sections aren't as harsh.Combat is still a ... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7

    Same as the first GoW, but with some issues.

    Good- the hack and slash is as good as the first one. Though nothing really new.- the pre-rendered cutscenes are nicer looking- the premise of the storyline is much more epic, teaming with gaia, then fighting zeus, kill... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9

    possibly the most impressive game on PlayStation 2

    As much as I prefer the first God of War, it is undeniable that God of War II is the best balanced game of the saga, having a good narrative, epic moments and a great gameplay, he knows to evolve from the predecessor in ... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10

    What can I say?

    What can I say about it? Amazing game! I love Greek mythology and this game does it justice. Amazing boss battles (my favorites are the Kraken and Sisters of Fate), mythological creatures, and Kratos is just an excellent... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10

    Even though it is less than the first, is an excellent game, with a spectacular soundtrack

    God of War 2 has a great mission, tries to be better than his predecessor, for many he has overcome, already in my opinion no, more than came close, arrived, the game happens just moments after the end of the first game,... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9

    El atajo a la grandeza

    Con la nueva historia en God Of War 2 este maravilloso universo mitológico que nos proporciono Santa Monica Studios se extendió más allá de lo que se esperaba involucrando mas elementos olimpi... Read Full Review

    1 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9

    Brilliant action game.

    I couldn't wait to play the iteration of the first God of war. The story continues and overall you must take revenge of Zeus who betrayed you. You're Kratos, a mortal from a fallen god seeking revenge and this revenge co... Read Full Review

    1 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10

    Awesome, classic game.

    Though God of War II is a classic old game of the God of War series, In my opinion it's the best of all the series. There aren't any easy parts in this game except for the beginning and the hard parts of the game were at... Read Full Review

    1 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5

    BLOODY,GORY,& BRUTAL!

    God of war 2 was my first third person action slasher heard a lot about the first one but didn't had my ps2 then but got sequel and oh my i was blown away with the opening stage & the battle with that giant statue from t... Read Full Review

    0 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9

    God of War II is a great polish of the original.Worth every penny.

    God of War II is my favorite PS2 game to date but is it as good as i remember?Well of course! Story 8/10 The story is actually quite similar to God of War I when you think about it but it's presented much better.Th... Read Full Review

    0 of 1 users found the following review helpful