God of War: Chains of Olympus

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  • Summary: [Metacritic's 2008 PSP Game of the Year] Unleash the power of the Gods and embark on a merciless quest as Kratos, an ex-Spartan warrior driven to destroy Ares, the God of War. Armed with lethal double chainblades, Kratos must carve through mythology's darkest creatures including Medusa,[Metacritic's 2008 PSP Game of the Year] Unleash the power of the Gods and embark on a merciless quest as Kratos, an ex-Spartan warrior driven to destroy Ares, the God of War. Armed with lethal double chainblades, Kratos must carve through mythology's darkest creatures including Medusa, Cyclops, the Hydra and more, while solving intricate puzzles in breathtaking environments. Driven by pure revenge, nothing can stop Kratos from achieving absolution. [SCEA]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. G4 TV
    100
    The PSP hasn’t yet seen a game with this much polish, this much visual punch, or this much bloody satisfaction. Everything feels meaty, be it the clash of weapon on flesh or the substantial amount of gameplay depth and environmental design. Not only is Chains of Olympus a worthy addition to the God of War franchise, it also stands on its own as a triple-A title in the PSP library.
  2. AceGamez
    100
    God of War: Chains of Olympus takes almost everything that's awesome about its older siblings, including the sex scene mini-game, which has become a series standard, and miniaturized it to fit on the PSP.
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  3. TotalPlayStation
    95
    It really can't be overstated how much of a technical accomplishment this really is.
  4. Gamestyle
    90
    God of War: Chains of Olympus is a fantastic game and a worthy addition to any PSP owner’s collection.
  5. Destructoid
    90
    Ready at Dawn have done an admirable job of mimicking everything that made the action of the series so great.
  6. Gamer.nl
    90
    God of War: Chains of Olympus will probably not bring much change to the franchise. This games reaches a high level when it comes to PSP standards. Although the game has a weak storyline and a few bugs, it feels glorious to play.
  7. Edge Magazine
    70
    At the halfway mark, Chains is so tremendous, striking an almost perfect beat of difficulty spikes, weapon upgrades and stupendous visual reveals, that you have to question its endurance. And, sadly, it flounders right on cue. [Apr 2008, p.92]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 136 out of 167
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 167
  3. Negative: 6 out of 167
  1. WilliamC.
    Sep 30, 2008
    10
    Bought the God OF Wars game that came with the special edition psp model. Was the best investment I made. The psp is badass in red with the Bought the God OF Wars game that came with the special edition psp model. Was the best investment I made. The psp is badass in red with the Ghost OF Spartan face on the back end and the game is still the best game in my collection of PSP games. And as a bonus it came with a free downloadable game and the movie superbad. Well worth the 200dollars. Even if you can't the the PSP game GOD OF WAR theme that came with the game I highly recommend getting the game. The game is very additive and leaves you begging for more.… Expand
  2. PaRaDoX_LiBeRtY
    Jun 3, 2021
    10
    Лучшая графика на PSP! Великолепный саундтрек, отменная боёвка и очень удобное управление.
    Классика!    Лучшая графика на PSP! Великолепный саундтрек, отменная боёвка и очень удобное управление.
    Классика!
  4. JamesD
    Jan 18, 2010
    10
    This is without a doubt my favourite PSP game. The action, the graphics and the story all hold up brilliantly. The controls are compensated This is without a doubt my favourite PSP game. The action, the graphics and the story all hold up brilliantly. The controls are compensated very beneficially which makes the combat easy to pick up and play and the amount of depth you get is enormous. Some may say it's too short or it lacks the craft of its PS2 bretherans but those are absurd remarks. Ready at Dawn have provided a masterpiece. As for the action, I wouldn't have it any other way.… Expand
  5. grimreapersims
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
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  6. tsakiym
    May 21, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  7. Svetlendrius
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    An excellent slasher, with bewitching gameplay, plot, cool locations, characters and a brutal main character.
  8. Think
    Aug 14, 2013
    0
    All of the hype and great ratings brought me towards the game and the horrible system and simple bosses brought me away from the PSP. SimplyAll of the hype and great ratings brought me towards the game and the horrible system and simple bosses brought me away from the PSP. Simply said, this game offered no challenge and the random sex scene in the game proved to be pointless.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best PSP Game of 2008
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#2 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2008
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#1 Most Shared PSP Game of 2008