God of War II

The Good
God of War II is a sequel's sequel in the world of gaming; it's big, bold, hard-hitting and shocking whenever it needs to be for the player experiencing the story first-hand. It adds greater levels, takes Kratos' journey after the first one saw him become a God himself, and now Zeus is afraid of this mortal's potential to destroy Olympus itself.

This game has the same mythological qualities of the first one even if the sense of tragedy isn't as great as it was: but the sense of dread and significance to what you do still matters deeply.

The Bad
It's basically a damn-near perfect sequel.

The Bottom Line
It's the sequel to the original God of War: one of 2005's most exciting games. The sequel takes the God of War universe into devastating, apocalyptic and dangerous directions for Kratos: further showing that this character is essentially the organic continuation of Greek Mythology itself.

The Good
As giants drop like flies, and the inhabitants of Olympus are subject to unthinkable pain and suffering, gamers are treated to one of the most ferociously entertaining adventures to date. In God of War II, we learn that you should never underestimate the wrath of a fallen god. If you thought that Kratos had some issues before, just wait until you see how he reacts when he is stripped of his powers. With his intensified rage comes an influx of unforgettable moments.

The Bad
none, none

The Bottom Line
I continually found myself thinking that I had to play through the game again to see Kratos’ barbaric actions for a second time. The gameplay, which is greatly enhanced by Kratos’ angst, is a razor-sharp package that will put a grin on your face. The puzzles are more ingenious, the combos are more devastating, and the bosses fall even harder. God of War II will surely put a nefarious smile on your face, but the experience is humbled in a number of ways. The story lacks the big reveals of the first, and far too many enemy types are recycled. With this said, however, God of War II is impossible to put down, and easily one of the best games to date.

The Good
I loved everything about this game, right down to the Gorgons that you must fight through out. this game just floored me when I first played it, it not only out does the first God of War game. It also sets a new standard for video games the world over. the storyline just sucks you into your television screen, and keeps you on the edge of your seat. I loved the story, very well thought out, very well put together. And wow the music, wonderful, words can't even describe how great the soundtrack was in this game. It felt just like a movie soundtrack, and even the sound effects were very realistic and at times make you jump, when there are sudden bumps and bangs.

The Bad
I didn't like the fact that there were fewer extra's in this installment of God of war. I liked all the extra story elements of the first God of War. But in this installment, there just are not as many extras to choose from. But other than that, a wonderful game a game that you must buy and try out if you haven't already.

The Bottom Line
I would describe this game as an epic, pure and simple and epic. It's great, even my grandmother enjoyed this game, however she didn't play it, she just loved watching it. Because it's so entertaining and immersive.