Testseek.com have collected 41 expert reviews of the God of War: Chains of Olympus and the average rating is 89%. Scroll down and see all reviews for God of War: Chains of Olympus.
March 2008
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The editors liked
Combat system is among the finest in a handheld game
Great weapons
Stellar visuals and art design
High replay value.
Outstanding technical and artistic visuals
Combat is intense and gory
Soundtrack fits the game perfectly.
Epic story and sense of scale worthy of the series
Some of the best graphics on a handheld to date
Combat is nearly flawless
Awe inspiring level design
The editors didn't like
Some frustrating puzzle and combat sections
Good but not great story
Hardcore gamers will find it too short.
Very
Very little in the way of new gameplay elements
Can easily be beaten in less than seven hours
Could have used more puzzles
Platforming segments
And bosses.
Very short
Not enough "epic" feeling boss fights
Dodging without the right analog takes some getting used to.
Abstract: Since the release of God of War, Kratos has proven himself as a worthwhile addition to the gaming’s cadre of characters, with his aggressive attitude and visceral approach to combat setting himself apart. Players who have stuck with Kratos throughout h...
Abstract: Despite a few complaints, in the end, this is a God of War game. Sure, it might be too short, but it’s still fun and violent as ever. Plus, there’s always the bonus game involving two nary a cloth wearing females, ready to assist and provide you with ...
Abstract: Reviewed by Jacob Spindel, June 2008 Developed by Ready At Dawn StudiosPublished by SonyRelease Date: March 2008ESRB Rating: “M” for MatureGenre: Combat/adventurePrice: $39.99 Ten years before the original God of War game, the gods require Kratos the ...
Abstract: SCEAReady At Dawn Studios have had a pretty good track record for the PSP, despite only making one game for it. Daxter was a very fun platforming title that raised the graphical bar for the PSP, so its only natural that Sony gave RAD the task of putti...
Abstract: Arriving on the PlayStation Portable as a standalone prequel to the acclaimed God of War titles already known to PS2 owners, Chains of Olympus sees everyones favourite embittered Spartan warrior playing the role of vicious lapdog of the Gods some time...
These chains are a little short for comfort, but otherwise this is the single best game on the PSP and one of the finest experiences on any handheld. Magnificent....
Abstract: Chains of Olympus really shows off what the PSP hardware can do as almost everything in the game breathes with incredible life. Torches scattered throughout the game spit sparks with incredible light sourcing effects, walls glisten with moisture from w...
Abstract: When God of War II was announced, many gamers just assumed that itd be released on the PS3, being that it would be released a few months after Sonys big bad console. But it was for the PS2, leaving those with cash to burn and the loyalty to stick wi...
Abstract: I don’t typically throw around terms like best game ever on a platform very lightly. But then again, when have I previously gotten a chance to play a game like God of War: Chains of Olympus. The PlayStation Portable has seen some very solid titl...
