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Why ‘God of War’ Could Be the Best in the Series

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Photo Credit: "God of War" official website

Avid players know Kratos as the unrelenting, fearless god slayer of the “God of War” saga. His character is famous for being a vengeful and unstoppable force that no one could calm. In the upcoming fourth installment, though, it looks like fans will see a different side to him.

The community is well aware since E3 2016 that Kratos won’t be alone in the new game. Together with his son, Atreus, they venture into a world with gods they are unfamiliar with. As grand as that may sound, it is not yet the hook that may convince players that it could be the best in the series.

“God of War” is a fusion of heart and brawn

When one talks about “God of War,” the initial ideas that come to mind are blood, carnage, and brutality. Kratos will probably still have his share of those, but that won’t be the game’s focus. The story will have Kratos’ relationship with his son at the center of the plot.

As early as June 2016, creative director Cory Barlog said the game is about change.  In a blog post, he explained that players will witness how Kratos shapes his son into a warrior, while Atreus teaches him how to be human again.

This is best demonstrated in the recent E3 2017 trailer. Kratos tells Atreus to close his heart to his enemies’ desperation. Atreus, on the other hand, tells Kratos that not everyone is bad, revealing how pure his heart is.

Photo Credit: YouTube/ PlayStation

Photo Credit: YouTube/ PlayStation

To prove Atreus’ point, the duo had a liberating experience after meeting the World Serpent. Usually, when Kratos meets such a gigantic being, it’s time to get dirty. In this scene, however, Atreus tells him that it is there to help. It can be one of the many instances where Kratos’ personality may transform.

There is plenty of time to perfect the game

Aside from the gameplay, it may be safe to assume that “God of War” will deliver a complete experience. Barlog tweeted as early as December that he was already able to finish one full playthrough.

Considering the expected release date is early 2018, they can still make the game even better. As such, there is a big possibility the winning elements that make up a masterpiece will more or less be present.

Kratos and Atreus, Axe and Shield

Fans of the series have used the Blades of Athena for the past three games. Now that the title is diving into Norse Mythology, it is time to trade that with an axe and shield. The fact that he is using a different but equally magical weapon means a unique gameplay for “God of War,” making it even more interesting.

Photo Credit: YouTube/ PlayStation

Photo Credit: YouTube/ PlayStation

That’s not all. For the first time, players will be controlling someone other than Kratos. It is unclear how often Atreus can be used as the main character, but it opens up an entirely new experience. It creates a welcome variety that was absent in the previous titles.

Taking the three arguments into consideration, the fourth game will feel like a one-of-a-kind title. If anything, it has the potential to surpass its predecessors. “God of War” arrives exclusively on PlayStation 4 (PS4) in early 2018.

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PS5 Alone in the Dark Reboot Stars Jodie Comer, David Harbour This Halloween

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On October 25, 2023, THQ Nordic’s Alone in the Dark reboot will star Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer and Stranger Things’ David Harbour. Comer will play Emily Hartwood, while Harbour will play Edward Carnaby.

The demo, loosely based on the 1992 original, is available for download from the PS Store. This prologue, starring supporting character Grace Saunders, is inspired by Alone in the Dark 2’s Jack in the Dark demo and allows you to explore the Derceto Mansion.

The showcase didn’t focus on combat, but previous showings have shown a frantic over-the-shoulder shooter, and developer Pieces Interactive promises a variety of puzzles. Depending on how much guidance you want, you can adjust the difficulty.

We’re excited about the final product. Alone in the Dark hasn’t been respected in recent years, despite its huge influence. A compelling reboot that updates the 1992 classic looks to put the franchise back on track.

 

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Warhammer RTS Realms of Ruin Masses for PS5 Invasion

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Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin, a new real-time strategy game where players command one of four warring factions, is coming to PS5 in the grimdark future.

PlayStation’s strategy gaming renaissance makes us feel like we’re living in the best possible time for console gamers who love command. Realms of Ruin could be a cool addition if it succeeds. As fans know, Warhammer games are unfortunately inconsistent in quality, so we’ll reserve judgment until we see some gameplay.

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin: your thoughts? What do you think of Age of Sigmar’s controversial rebranding in general?

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One of PS5’s Worst Games Is The Lord of the Rings: Gollum

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According to Metacritic, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is the worst-rated game of 2023, setting a new low for AAA releases. OpenCritic’s story is similar. See our video or written review to understand why.

Only eFootball was more universally hated. Balan Wonderworld and Babylon’s Fall are other villains in that awful rogue’s gallery.

Playing Gollum?

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