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