New to God of War series - Blu-ray Forum

sasquatch · 01-15-2010, 08:13 PM

I bought the God of War I & II collection a few weeks back as part of the first few games for my new PS3.

God of War I is just epically awesome.

*some Spoilers ahead* (sorry don't know how to do that Spoiler linkage)

The moment where you are on the ledge of Pandora's mountain looking down at the titan below you... just awesome. I wish it was just a little more breathtaking, but I just sat there watching and digging that whole moment.

I like how at the beginning of the game you fight the Hydra, but then there's no real epic boss like that for awhile. Which is great. I was almost expecting an epic boss every so often.

This game is great. It's a button mashfest, but it does require a little strategy, especially at the part where i'm at regarding the human sacrifices. Grrr frustrating!!

Lovin it. Can't wait to finish and get on to II and then III when it comes out.

So glad I got the PS3.

MOONPHASE · 01-15-2010, 08:15 PM

You should also try Chains of Olympus for PSP.

repete66211 · 01-15-2010, 08:23 PM

A buddy of mine raves about this game. He loaned it to me. I fought the hydra with no problem, but died at least 30 times just trying to cross from boat to boat on the fallen masts. There's one obvious flaw. The main reason I can't get into it though is that it just feels too much like some old button-puncher I would play at the local convenience store.

Dave_6 · 01-15-2010, 08:24 PM

I and II are two of the best games ever IMO. I can't wait till Monday get's here and we get to see the new trailer for III!

mike79 · 01-15-2010, 08:43 PM

At first I thought these were button mashers, but it mixes a lot of different elements. I never played them on the ps2 but just got the collection on ps3. I just finished the first game and it was awesome. Some parts were extremely hard and frustrating but an awesome game. Can wait to start the second one.

sasquatch · 01-15-2010, 08:45 PM

I also love the way the different blades handle. They actually feel different during combat.

The only nits I have with GOW I are:

#1 the graphics are dated - but that's entirely my fault for not owning a PS system when this came out. Besides, they aren't that bad. They don't break the game for me.

#2 I wish the finishing moves slowed down just a tad, like matrix-style a little. I would enjoy it a little more if it slowed down enough so you could see medusa's head being ripped off or the blades being shoved into necks & eyes. You can see, but it happens so fast you know.. and sometimes the blood and all gets in the way. Just an extra split second to slow it down and drag it out you know.. LOL

iam1bearcat · 01-15-2010, 08:48 PM

Welcome to the PS3 club

Yeah the God of War series (so far) has been outstanding. When I first played it I too thought it was just a button masher, but once you figure out the controls and the assortment of combos you can pull off, it's a feeling I can't even begin to describe. It's so f*ckin awesome!

Glad you're enjoying the game. And as with everyone here, can't wait for GoWIII.

Dave_6 · 01-15-2010, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by sasquatch

#2 I wish the finishing moves slowed down just a tad, like matrix-style a little. I would enjoy it a little more if it slowed down enough so you could see medusa's head being ripped off or the blades being shoved into necks & eyes. You can see, but it happens so fast you know.. and sometimes the blood and all gets in the way. Just an extra split second to slow it down and drag it out you know.. LOL

I think you will really enjoy GoW III then if the demo is any indication

Dirk504 · 01-15-2010, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by sasquatch

I bought the God of War I & II collection a few weeks back as part of the first few games for my new PS3.

God of War I is just epically awesome.

*some Spoilers ahead* (sorry don't know how to do that Spoiler linkage)

The moment where you are on the ledge of Pandora's mountain looking down at the titan below you... just awesome. I wish it was just a little more breathtaking, but I just sat there watching and digging that whole moment.

I like how at the beginning of the game you fight the Hydra, but then there's no real epic boss like that for awhile. Which is great. I was almost expecting an epic boss every so often.

This game is great. It's a button mashfest, but it does require a little strategy, especially at the part where i'm at regarding the human sacrifices. Grrr frustrating!!

Lovin it. Can't wait to finish and get on to II and then III when it comes out.

So glad I got the PS3.

Just wait until you play GOW 2.... that game is epic my friend. I enjoy the series as a whole and play them more than some of my next gen games. Good luck fighting Ares

Icemage · 01-15-2010, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by sasquatch

This game is great. It's a button mashfest, but it does require a little strategy, especially at the part where i'm at regarding the human sacrifices. Grrr frustrating!!

You only think it's button mashy because you're on Normal difficulty. After you finish, start again on God (God of War I) or Titan (God of War II) mode and see how far button mashing gets you.

(hint: Trying to mash your way through the hardest difficulty on either game will get you killed over and over starting on the very first screen)

Dirk504 · 01-15-2010, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Icemage

You only think it's button mashy because you're on Normal difficulty. After you finish, start again on God (God of War I) or Titan (God of War II) mode and see how far button mashing gets you.

(hint: Trying to mash your way through the hardest difficulty on either game will get you killed over and over starting on the very first screen)

I agree. On God mode you have to block and use strategy. Otherwise you'll get destroyed.

Euribo · 01-15-2010, 09:57 PM

I am also quite new to the series, with my first playthroughs being the GoW collection. I played through GoW and GoW2 on God mode right away, no messing with normal. Blocking and rolling are huge in this game. When I first started GoW, I just tried to attack, never blocking and I got my ass kicked. Took me awhile to figure out you can't beat the games without playing a little defense. I borrowed the collection to a friend and now he has converted to the series. Can't wait to get it back and conquer the games in Titan mode, as well as getting the platinums.

Blu-Benny · 01-15-2010, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by lbloodojunkieg

I am also quite new to the series, with my first playthroughs being the GoW collection. I played through GoW and GoW2 on God mode right away, no messing with normal. Blocking and rolling are huge in this game. When I first started GoW, I just tried to attack, never blocking and I got my ass kicked. Took me awhile to figure out you can't beat the games without playing a little defense. I borrowed the collection to a friend and now he has converted to the series. Can't wait to get it back and conquer the games in Titan mode, as well as getting the platinums.

how'd u play on GOD mode your 1st time through??? it's locked until u beat the game the 1st time.

Euribo · 01-15-2010, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Benny

how'd u play on GOD mode your 1st time through??? it's locked until u beat the game the 1st time.

If I remember correctly, hard mode is called God mode while very hard is called Titan mode. Maybe it's the other way around, not sure. Either way I played it on hard mode.

Icemage · 01-16-2010, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by lbloodojunkieg

If I remember correctly, hard mode is called God mode while very hard is called Titan mode. Maybe it's the other way around, not sure. Either way I played it on hard mode.

God of War 1's hardest mode is God mode. You have to beat the game on Normal to unlock it.

God of War 2's hardest mode is Titan mode. Again, you have to beat the game on Normal to unlock it.

BluRay2344 · 01-16-2010, 02:07 AM

yeah the games are amazing no doubt about it!

Euribo · 01-16-2010, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Icemage

God of War 1's hardest mode is God mode. You have to beat the game on Normal to unlock it.

God of War 2's hardest mode is Titan mode. Again, you have to beat the game on Normal to unlock it.

Ahh, so I was half right. GoW franchise=greatest franchise of all time. I'm seriously debating upgrading my pre-order to the Ultimate edition. I just KNOW that GoW3 will be the greatest game of all-time.

Blu-Benny · 01-16-2010, 03:09 AM

2 of my all time favorite games!!!

but i also love greek mythology!!!

KilloWertz · 01-16-2010, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirk504

Just wait until you play GOW 2.... that game is epic my friend. I enjoy the series as a whole and play them more than some of my next gen games. Good luck fighting Ares

I agree. After recently beating God of War, I am now playing through God of War II and it is indeed epic. You get that sense pretty early in the game.

I am new to the series as well, but I am really glad Sony put out this collection for the PS3. It's been great so far and I'm glad I'll be caught up before God of War III comes out.

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01-15-2010, 08:13 PM	#1
sasquatch Active Member Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Pennsylvania Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:2	New to God of War series I bought the God of War I & II collection a few weeks back as part of the first few games for my new PS3. God of War I is just epically awesome. some Spoilers ahead (sorry don't know how to do that Spoiler linkage) The moment where you are on the ledge of Pandora's mountain looking down at the titan below you... just awesome. I wish it was just a little more breathtaking, but I just sat there watching and digging that whole moment. I like how at the beginning of the game you fight the Hydra, but then there's no real epic boss like that for awhile. Which is great. I was almost expecting an epic boss every so often. This game is great. It's a button mashfest, but it does require a little strategy, especially at the part where i'm at regarding the human sacrifices. Grrr frustrating!! Lovin it. Can't wait to finish and get on to II and then III when it comes out. So glad I got the PS3.

01-15-2010, 08:15 PM	#2
MOONPHASE Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Jun 2007 Location:California 4K collection:8 Blu-ray collection:520 DVD collection:820 Blu-ray reviews:18 Trading Score:29	You should also try Chains of Olympus for PSP.

01-15-2010, 08:23 PM	#3
repete66211 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Kansas City area Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray collection:196 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:3	A buddy of mine raves about this game. He loaned it to me. I fought the hydra with no problem, but died at least 30 times just trying to cross from boat to boat on the fallen masts. There's one obvious flaw. The main reason I can't get into it though is that it just feels too much like some old button-puncher I would play at the local convenience store.

01-15-2010, 08:24 PM	#4
Dave_6 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Birmingham, AL Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:1163 Trading Score:3	I and II are two of the best games ever IMO. I can't wait till Monday get's here and we get to see the new trailer for III!

01-15-2010, 08:43 PM	#5
mike79 Power Member Member since:May 2007 Location:NYC Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	At first I thought these were button mashers, but it mixes a lot of different elements. I never played them on the ps2 but just got the collection on ps3. I just finished the first game and it was awesome. Some parts were extremely hard and frustrating but an awesome game. Can wait to start the second one.

01-15-2010, 08:45 PM	#6
sasquatch Active Member Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Pennsylvania Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:2	I also love the way the different blades handle. They actually feel different during combat. The only nits I have with GOW I are: #1 the graphics are dated - but that's entirely my fault for not owning a PS system when this came out. Besides, they aren't that bad. They don't break the game for me. #2 I wish the finishing moves slowed down just a tad, like matrix-style a little. I would enjoy it a little more if it slowed down enough so you could see medusa's head being ripped off or the blades being shoved into necks & eyes. You can see, but it happens so fast you know.. and sometimes the blood and all gets in the way. Just an extra split second to slow it down and drag it out you know.. LOL

01-15-2010, 08:48 PM	#7
iam1bearcat Blu-ray Knight Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Club Loop Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:54 DVD collection:28 Trading Score:29	Welcome to the PS3 club Yeah the God of War series (so far) has been outstanding. When I first played it I too thought it was just a button masher, but once you figure out the controls and the assortment of combos you can pull off, it's a feeling I can't even begin to describe. It's so f*ckin awesome! Glad you're enjoying the game. And as with everyone here, can't wait for GoWIII.

01-15-2010, 09:57 PM	#12
Euribo Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007	I am also quite new to the series, with my first playthroughs being the GoW collection. I played through GoW and GoW2 on God mode right away, no messing with normal. Blocking and rolling are huge in this game. When I first started GoW, I just tried to attack, never blocking and I got my ass kicked. Took me awhile to figure out you can't beat the games without playing a little defense. I borrowed the collection to a friend and now he has converted to the series. Can't wait to get it back and conquer the games in Titan mode, as well as getting the platinums.

01-16-2010, 02:07 AM	#16
BluRay2344 Expert Member Member since:Jul 2006 Location:West Hartford, CT 4K collection:80 Blu-ray collection:396 DVD collection:33 Blu-ray reviews:9	yeah the games are amazing no doubt about it!

01-16-2010, 03:09 AM	#18
Blu-Benny Michael Bay's #1 Fan Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Wisconsin Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:552 DVD collection:108 Trading Score:138	2 of my all time favorite games!!! but i also love greek mythology!!!

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