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God of War II
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God of War II continues the story of Kratos as he wields his newly-bestowed god-like powers, much to the dismay and fear of the other gods.
5 ★ (63)
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2 ★ (1)
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How to ruin a good game

I was enjoying this game much more than the first one, it looks better, plays better, more interesting elaborate puzzles. I was, right up until the final boss battle; whoever is responsible for the me… Read more

A standout sequel, even if the story is far from divine.

The Short Pros - Improves on the original God of War formula in nearly every way - Better combos, more enemies, and tons of bosses - Easily the best looking game on the PS2 with some incredible textur… Read more

Violence and the 2010 Olympics, part 2

God of War 2 is a lot like the Olympics, if you think about it for a second and no longer. There’s a decidedly Greek undertone, you have multiple nations going to war against each other (in this case,… Read more

More of the same--but without the issues

There were small things keeping God of War from being an entirely fluid experience, and yet it was still a blast to play. God of War II effectively eliminates these issues, and -- unless you've alread… Read more

Wonderfully constructed to deliver an exciting gaming experience.

God of War 2 is the continuing story of Kratos. His powers of a God which he earned throughout the previous title are stripped from him, and he is now seeking vengeance. The story overall is an intere… Read more

Is not as Good as its Predecessor.

God of War 2 is the second installment to the god of War series on Ps2. Like in the first game, you again play as Kratos as he yet again goes on an epic story of revenge against the Gods. God of War 2… Read more

God of War 2 is the Best Game on the PS2

God of war 2 is a very good game, being 7 years after it's console launch its as good as PS2 games get. This is a third person action adventure game set in ancient Greece. There is a lot of combat inv… Read more

David Jaffe's bald-headed, albino badass returns

Several years ago, David Jaffe and the gang at Sony Santa Monica set out to create a game steeped in Greek mythology that would allow players to unleash their violent fantasies by playing as a bald-he… Read more

God of War is even more stylish and brutal than before.

God of War II is a case of style over substance, but when games have this much style, it is a little difficult to complain. Sequel to smash hit and critically well-received PS2 game God of War, Sony s… Read more

Brilliant mythological story, amazing art, and enjoyable gameplay

As a sequel to one of the best action games of all time, God of War II had a lot to live up to. The original God of War was a groundbreaking action game that combined exciting gameplay with an epic sc… Read more

Somebody opened a can of whoop Odysseus!

After having just finished God of War 2 on Spartan mode, it sounds cliché but my ultimate reaction to this action/puzzle game is just a very humble, "Wow". God of War 2 has been defined by a few as "m… Read more

The End Begins!

God of War 2 is the sequel to 2005 PS2 excelent adventure title God of War. Set a couple of years after the end of the original game, God of War 2 starts during the siege of the city of Rhodes, home o… Read more

God of war review

God of War II = Brilliant! That's it, thanks for reading.... I only jest. It's not often that a sequel is better than it's predecessor, with the exception of the Final Fantasy games. God of War II tak… Read more

A great sequel that comes with great new features that will leave

In this sequel of God War 2 you once again take role as Kratos. Your main weapon is the blades of chaos that can be leveled up to have some devastating combos. Taking place in mythological time, Krato… Read more

God of War II improves on the first game & delivers on all levels

God of War II is an incredible example of improving on the first game while not drastically altering gameplay in any major way. The main gameplay elements of visceral combat and challenging-but-not-di… Read more

Probably the best Fantasy Action Adventure on the system.

THE GOOD: Controls are as responsive as ever; The combat system, although similar to the previous game, is still very satisfying and has some new moves and weapons that, if you learn to use them corre… Read more

God of War II

The game can speak for itself, so I'll just drop a few highlights. 10. A true sequel - amazing story right where the first one leaves off. 9. Epic boss fights in both scale and skill required to win.… Read more

God of War II is a memorable experience from start to finish

God of War 2 Is the much anticipated sequel to 2005’s God of War which featured intense action, brutality to the max and over the top action. Luckily, GOW 2 manages to do the exact same thing. GOW 2 h… Read more

God of war 2 review

Any game i review in a blog i wont review before beating the game atleast once. GoW2 is an amazing game. From start to finish your time playing as Kratos is pure enjoyment. This sequel trumps the orig… Read more

God of War 2 is the best possible send-off imaginable for the PS2

Overview God of War 2, simply put, is the perfect way to send off the PS2 before we begin the next-generation of gaming. It provides an excellent story coupled with easy-to-learn and fun-to-use contro… Read more

God of War II

The first God of War was exciting and ambitious, but flawed. Its sequel doesn't fix all of its problems, but it is still an improvement on the formula and in most ways the better game. A lot of people… Read more

Bloody, Gory, Action has Never felt so Good

More blood, more gore, more guts, that's the difference from the original God of War and that's a good thing too. The story in God of War 2 is Kratos has been betrayed by Gods of Olympus. They are not… Read more

God of War is bigger, badder and bloodier in this sequel.

God of War II's story starts in the same epic vein as the closing of the previous game. At the end of God of War, Kratos, a Spartan warrior turned into a 'do-it-all' of the gods, claimed his place amo… Read more

God of War 2 is one of the most epic games to appear on the PS2

The End Begins. That’s the tag line for God of War 2, the follow up to the critically acclaimed God of War. While it may not be the end for the God of War series, it is the end for the Playstation 2.… Read more

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