Thursday, April 15, 2010

God of War III

One of Sony's flagship game, God of War 3, will be completed during construction. This game is rumored to already mature and soon to be released in March 2010. God of War 3, is an action game the most anticipated PlayStation 3 gamers. God of War 3, not only shows the exciting adventure story of Kratos in a new era. However, this game will also presented with incredible graphics quality.

Despite repeatedly delayed, Sony's release schedule has now been sure God of War 3. "God of War 3 will be available in the market starting on March 16, 2010," said Eric Levine, the PR Manager for Sony. On the official PlayStation blog Levine also writes, God of War 3 will be available in a version of God of War III Ultimate Edition Edition
. This is the full version of God of War 3 with some additional Digital Content (DLC). Size of game that reaches around 35GB to make God of War III to be one game for the console with the largest size in the history of gaming.

Game made in Santa Monica Studios, Sony Computer Entertainment will be bringing Kratos in the middle of murder and destruction. Games are taken from stories published by DC Comics comic is taking backdrop of the world the brutality of Greek mythology. Like the two previous games, God of War III is a single player game that lets players take the role as the hero of Sparta, Kratos. These figures will face strong intimidation ruler of Mount Olympus and the evil of hell.

God of War 3 Highlight

Last God of War series, titled God of War 3, will be increasingly fierce and colossal compared to the previous series. Series that will be present on the PlayStation 3 is still under development and will appear in 2010.

However, several details about the last action that Kratos has been pushed on the internet. Here are some highlights choice for action games set in the mythology is quoted from CVG, Tuesday (21/4/2009):

1. Powerful Weapon

Kratos will have some powerful weapons in an attempt to drop the Olympus, the throne of the Greek gods. One weapon is Blade of Chaos, the sword is used also in Athens God of War 2 (PlayStation 2).

Use the Blade of Chaos to flinch the enemy toward Kratos. The sword is equipped with chains could also be used to attack large enemy from the side or rear.

In addition, Kratos will have the Gauntlet (bear arms like a glove) with a lion's head shape. Cestus named this weapon is similar to that used Gauntlet of Zeus Kratos in God of War: Chain of Olympus (PlayStation Portable).

Cestus used to banish the enemy attack that comes in large quantities. Disarming of the enemy with Cestus then be 'dealt' with the other weapons used by Kratos.

Kratos will also have an arrow-shaped weapons fire. These weapons could be used to eradicate the enemy in the distance or burning objects made of fire.

2. Riding Titan

One part in God of War 3 will put Kratos on the back of a Titan. Being larger than this giant will be the 'vehicle' Olympus Kratos climbing the mountain in order to reach the place of the gods.

The size of the super-giant creatures are far greater than had ever appeared in the previous God of War series. Mentioned will be as tall as the Empire State Building, Kratos will utilize the Titans to overthrow Zeus and sidekick-cronies in Olympus.

Being on a certain creature would certainly provide a different experience for players. Imagine if when Kratos was on the arm of the Titan and then being held up his hands, like a roller coaster without a seat belt.

3. Stomach Contents tore Opponent

Thanks to the ability of the PlayStation 3 machine, Kratos is now able to tear the opponent's stomach until its contents spilled. This is thanks to technology called 'velcro-tear' which applied to the God of War 3.

Muscle tissue and stomach contents opponent will have an amazing realism. Revoking the enemy's head, for example, will reveal the muscles and tendons that cascade off the force.

As an illustration of Kratos cruelty, one part in God of War 3 will make Kratos pull the head of Helios the sun god. Head of the shine that he would use as a lantern while exploring the dark side of Olympus.

4. Utilizing the Enemy

God of War enemies in a God of War 3 no longer function as targets for Kratos raging. Certain enemies can be used in battle, for example, driving a one-eyed giant Cyclops for hitting opponent. Harpies flying creatures can also be used to jump over the wide gap.

Soldiers could be appointed by the opponents and is brought Kratos for further action, such as being thrown into the opposite direction. The body of a helpless enemy, it can also be used as shields in confront weapons of the opponent.

But make no mistake, the opponent Kratos will have 'intelligence' that much anymore and the numbers will be so much more. If the fight without a leader, enemy forces may not be too dangerous. But if accompanied by a larger unit, such as Centaur, then the forces would be more violent.

Kratos can use that ability differences by killing the units 'leaders'. Because, without the usual squad leader will tend to lose the passion and ability is reduced.

5. Fly and Wallrun

Kratos in any style will be more exciting action in God of War 3. One of the levels mentioned will feature Kratos wearing Icarus wings to fly.

In addition, Kratos can also run on the wall a la Prince of Persia. Actions planned to run this wall will be combined with combat capability, perhaps like Keanu Reeves in action movie The Matrix but with the background of Ancient Greece.

Obviously, the biggest improvement in the God of War 3 is in terms of graphics. View details of the facial muscles and neck of the characters in this game mentioned gamers will be able to be enjoyed, so it will show how tense muscle when rampage Kratos.

God of War III: More Fun, More Brutal, More Nasty

"This is a long road ahead. It's nice to be at the finish line."

So says Stig Asmussen, developers who had just finished doing the final touches on the game touted as the most anticipated games of 2010: God of War III.

Game will be released on March 16 for the Sony Playstation 3. This is the result of nine years of hard work and creative team Asmussen Sony for God of War series.

Usually games that have a high-profile, can not always meet expectations, but the initial reports about the God of War 3 - where players fight against the gods in Greek mythology - is remarkable.

"God of War III is expected to be the most bombastic action games in history" video game critic said Scott Steinberg, who is the author of Get Rich Playing Games. "Demo of this game is phenomenal" he said.

Description of this game on the Playstation site promises "the level of violence is much higher". Of course, it includes scenes and poses nude scenes from some of the characters in this game. Hollywood even planning to make a movie adaptation of God of War series which according to the Sony, has sold 8.7 million copies worldwide (including pirated in Indonesia?).

God of War series debuted in 2005, tells of a Spartan warrior named Kratos who pursue revenge against Ares, Zeus and other Greek gods are deemed to have made a mistake against him. God of War II, was released in 2007 ended with the Titans, the legendary support of the struggle of Kratos.

The popularity of both the previous God of War games, plus information that the God of War III is a final series of the show, make it boom among gamers. At Spike Video Game Awards last year, God of War III getting a degree as the most anticipated games of 2010.

Observers have even wondered if God of War III can beat the game's best-selling Playstation 3, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, who sold more than 1.7 million units in just one week after its release in 2008.

Asmussen said that in fact there are no plans to make a trilogy of this game but realized a golden opportunity after the first God of War who was awarded Game of Show at E3 Gaming Conference. They then quickly made sequel to the God of War II.

Asmussen believes that the ability of the PlayStation 3 system provides the opportunity for his team to bring this game to a level much higher. He gave examples of scenes where Kratos must fight against the enemy forces while climbing a Titan which required him to climb the mountain edge. That is something that could not be done on the Playstation 2, he said.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

God of War III Review

Are you are one of the gamers who've been waiting for the continuation of Kratos on the PS3 this action? If yes, of course you already know how the God of War II ended. As you can guess, it is true that this third game is indeed a direct sequel to the PS2 games. Although he has spent a long development time, the events in God of War III is an incident that occurred directly after the end of both games. Kratos along with Gaia and the other giants trying to climb Olympus to wage war against the gods of Olympus. In his efforts this time, one of the first hurdles facing Kratos at the beginning of the game came directly from the sea god, Poseidon. Escaped from deadly battle with Poseidon, our hero even this face to face with the god of gods, Zeus. Back straight face, but not yet the time for Kratos to fulfill her desire to kill Zeus. With the power of gods, Zeus can easily get rid of Kratos from the top of Olympus. In the world fell under the jurisdiction of Hades, now that Kratos must do is back up before the fight to defeat Zeus and to end everything. The rest? Gamers should look out for himself.


Gameplay 9

Now the God of War had reached his third game. For you who have become loyal fans of the genre game action / adventure, the sense of taste you may be quite familiar with several key elements in this game. Not surprisingly, as a sequel, this game came back with elements of the same gameplay. Action that provides satisfaction from slaughtering the enemies there, which thicken the atmosphere Platforming adventure in this game, and to provide a variety of challenging puzzles in a game more than just bacok-stab. All three are aspects of God of War has built up his game this time.



Compared with the games before this game is also quite intense with action elements, God of War III bring about a favorable development. The portion that dominates the action in a game this time certainly is an enhancement that seems right to be presented in the climax of this adventure of Kratos. So instead of many parts is made complicated by his puzzle, Santa Monica as the developer of this game seemed really considering to further emphasize the action elements are more numerous and exciting at this time. Same as always, Kratos back can justify all sorts of attacks with various weapons to produce a combo as much as possible. The main weapon Kratos this time called the Blades of Exile, which is a gift from Athens in the early part of the game. Still with the same mechanism as well as the Blades of Chaos which has become her signature weapon, Kratos also issued a variety of attacks can still be roughly the same as before. Blades of Exile In addition, there are also some other weapons that would be obtained from Kratos throughout his journey in this game. Claws of Hades in the form of a pair of crescent with the power of Hades, which form a pair of Nemean Cestus Gauntlet to perform melee attacks, and the Nemesis Whip in lieu of electricity. Although three of these weapons has spelled out a similar attack mechanisms, variations can be found on the magic ability possessed by each weapon.


In addition to the main weapons that can be replaced in an instant in-game by pressing the D-pad, there are also supportive items that you can use as subweapon or in certain situations. Certain situations that require you to use it, eg at the dark, which requires you to take advantage of the Head of Helios, or the platform that you can only achieve by utilizing the ability Boots of Hermes. In addition to obstruction of travel used to travel, these items can also be used to perform variations on your attacks. And keep in mind, the use of these items will only spend a yellow bar Kratos, which will be filled again automatically at the time of delay use. Above the yellow bar for the items, is a blue bar to be depleted in the use of magic. Magic of certain weapons you can remove it by pressing the R2 button that will drain the magic bar. As one of the strengths that come back at this time is the Rage that you can activate by pressing L3 and R3 after the Rage Meter is full. In conditions of Rage, Kratos will be able to use the Blade of Olympus for a while. In addition, to strengthen the attack as well as add a variety of attacks you have, the weapons still exist here is equipped with power-ups you can do than collect the red orb.



Talking about the action that increasingly focused on the sequel this time, the weight was affecting the level of difficulty involved in it. Compared with prekuelnya games, the level of difficulty at this time it was practically enough to increase. One of them could be seen in the number of enemies who are now sometimes present in significant amount more than the previous. Then as usual, the boss battle again become one of the noteworthy aspects of this game. The fight against supernatural creatures from Greek Mythology Kratos is once again request to perform a number of cinematic action enough to make gamers stunned in watching the action. Cinematic aspect that still remains is strengthened by its feature QTE (Quick Time Events), this time supported again by the use of fixed camera viewpoint visualization of the right to strengthen the impression sinematiknya. As something new in his QTE feature is the button placement is no longer like before. Now, moments eliminating big boss boss will feel much easier by the placement of QTE button is in the position should be, for example triangle at the top of the screen, a circle on the right, the box on the left screen, and the Cross on the bottom of the screen. At first, this might be considered quite difficult, but it seems to be enough to overcome the habit over the game.




Although practically dominated the action did this time, Platforming and puzzle elements are still going to be seasoning sweeteners in it. Platforming elements back requires you to jump from one place to another, hanging from one object to another object, and also do the rock-climbing. While elements of the puzzle re-coloring certain parts of a place, which requires you to complete in order to gain access to continue the journey. Which is still a typical characteristic for this game. Talking about tradition, "a typical mini-game" was still slotted for this time.

9.5 Graphics

It was not wrong when the graphics power is mentioned as one of the main strengths Kratos at this time. Considering the gameplay is still just as impressed that you've ever played on PS2, graphic quality of HD is certainly a demand that many gamers want from this game. The result? Incredible. Developers seem enough to maximize the strengths of its graphic engine, the capacity of Blu-ray media, technology, PS3, and the overall technical in this game. Almost all of the details in this game very well and performed live, complete with lighting or lighting element support. Although presenting a graphical visualization of large-scale, technical quality graphics in this game can still be performed with excellent results, minimal graphics and no problems have problems despite lagging or slowdown on the emergence of a lot of enemies. To be remembered, amazing visuals and graphics are supported with good technical mechanisms can occur without requiring the installation process the game into the PS3. Nice!



Sound 9

For something as epic adventures of Kratos this time, sure you can imagine the atmosphere that feels tense wrapped with thematic music that reinforces the impression his epic. Not to disappoint, the music of a number of places and moments really worked well to turn the atmosphere inside. For example, the moments seem more supportive boss battle music thanks orkestral nuances that give a big impression at the time to listen. So is the case with good quality sound effects, and supported also by the quality of voice acting right.



Ongevity 9

Addictive gameplay that will draw you to be attracted to play it through to completion. As an action game with next-gen visual quality, the duration of the game is still the same as is usually comparatively fast enough to be completed in a matter of less than 10 hours. However, the game is still supported by the Longevity of a number of features and modes Combat Arena Challenge. Moreover, in this game you can also find certain items that will be used after completing the game once. Not only that, to further more, a number of collectible to add a third health bar, magic, and items Kratos also never hurts to look for.



Editor's Tilt 9

After waiting so long, God of War III seems to have come back to satisfy your cruel. A number of weapons with new capabilities, but remain with the gameplay is still the same orientation as GOW games previously. Action element of a more condensed and more focused at this time certainly would be considered very interesting for fans of action. As a sequel, God of War III still remain with the gameplay elements that have been strengthened since the beginning, and things are back to repetitive for it's spelled this time. With minimal development of the gameplay, but still became an important game to play. The reason? Gameplay that are "brutal Can be fun" has provided its own guilty pleasure for you to play it. The same gameplay elements, but always ready with a surprise gift to you, on some parts of this game. This is what is like to be followed on a sequel in addition to the continuation of the story itself, which this time brought even gamers at the end of the struggle in pursuit of Zeus Kratos. Most parts of the game was enough to make you keep awake in awe when playing it. Visualization-class HD with excellent technical support GOW has presented at a level that has never before achieved in this franchise. So you can imagine how epic this game this time?



Visualization of the game the right perspective is what has strengthened the cinematic elements of this game. Forever will not be invited to witness the physical details of the bald-headed hero who is getting more realistic, you will also be invited to play with a very high viewpoint, which also shows how large a scale to be applied on various aspects of the game this time. Okay, this game is indeed still could not be categorized as a perfect game, but who can afford to spend the end of this act of revenge Kratos? In short, this is a very must have for you, the PS3 gamers ... It will not exist for other platforms and exclusive to the PS3 for adult gamers, Kratos.

Total Score 9.1

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

God of War - The Story

Kratos is a captain of the army of Sparta which quickly climbed career. At first he only has 50 troops under his command, then that number grow into the thousands of troops. After becoming a general , he won many battles . At that time he also was able to obtain much treasure and loot the treasure in his quest to become a Sparta general.

With his experience in war, Kratos became man of brutal and thirst for war. Only his wife, who dared to ask the motive and intent, but he answered that it was all for the glory of the nation of Sparta. Then his wife deny Kratos, and he says that Kratos doing it for the sake of his own ambitions in her fetish for war.

At one time, the Spartan army at war with nations barbarians from the East are known for their ferocity and savagery. Sparta defeated by the number of troops and troop strength, this is the bitterest defeat Kratos experienced during the war. At the time of urgency will be killed by the leader of the barbarians, Kratos was screaming for help of Ares the god of war. Kratos promises to be the servant of Ares if he is given aid to defeat the enemy in battle. Ares granted the request of Kratos, a pair of arms and Ares memnberikan Blades of Chaos. With such assistance, Kratos hacked off the head of the leader of barbarian troops using Blades of Chaos.

Kratos served Ares loyally, he was terrorizing each area and create chaos in the name of the god of war Ares. Unbeknownst to Kratos, Ares framed him to slaughter his own family in a temple located in the village whose inhabitants were the followers of Athens . At the time realized that he had massacred his wife , and daughter of beloved, at that time he also condemned the cunning Ares, and stated that he stopped being a servant of the god of war. Kratos left the body of his family was in the temple of Athena devotee who is also where he massacred the family by accident. In front of the burning temple, Kratos brutally punished for such actions. His whole body covered with burning ash family, and make the skin of Kratos as pale as white full moon . It was then that he became known as the Ghost of Sparta (Ghost of Sparta).

After the incident the family butcher made by himself, Kratos haunted by memories and nightmares . It makes the soul and mind and the conditions depressed inner turmoil. He left Sparta, and adventuring all over Greece in search of a place in the Aegean sea which can be reassuring to the condition of the soul, mind, and he thought the pressure of the sins he had done. For the sake of obtaining peace with the abolition of the memories and nightmares, he was willing to be a follower and servant of Olympus deities other than Ares.

For humans , Kratos is described as a symbol of cruelty and selfishness. He was shunned and hated by every human being, even people more willing to die rather than helped by Kratos. Ghost of Sparta is a call for Kratos every he visits by everyone. Since the death of his wife and daughter, as long as 10 years Kratos has become a follower and messenger Olympus deities. After all, he kept a grudge burning for Ares. At the end of the story of the first God of War as Ares met his end at the hands of Kratos, Ares said that she did all that to make Kratos as one of the strongest and greatest fighters in the world .