God of War review

God of War is our pick for the best PS4 game for most owners. Sony's game page describes a reboot in which Kratos, his feud with the gods of Olympus behind him, lives among Norse gods and monsters and has to teach his son Atreus to survive without repeating his own mistakes. The camera now sits over the shoulder, close to the action, and Sony says a new main weapon and new abilities keep the series' brutal combat and epic boss fights while adding a more personal story. It launched at $59.99 on April 20, 2018, and a used disc now lists at $19.99 at DKOldies, which is the main reason it edges out The Last of Us Part II on value. Limits are clear: the store page lists no online or co-op modes, and its content descriptors include blood and gore, intense violence and strong language. If you buy one PS4 game, start here.

Who it is for

Most PS4 owners who want one action game with a strong story, big boss fights and a low used price.

Price

Used PS4 disc from $19.99 at DKOldies (regular price, before sales).

Original price: $19.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• Story of Kratos as mentor and protector to his son Atreus
• Norse setting of forests, mountains and caves with its own gods and monsters
• Over the shoulder free camera that puts fights close to the player
• A new main weapon and new abilities for Kratos
• Digital Deluxe Edition with a dynamic theme, shield skin and armor sets

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Blends brutal combat and large boss fights with a personal father and son story
• Strength: One of the cheapest top-tier discs here at $19.99 used
• Strength: Sony lists it as playable on both PS4 and PS5
• Weakness: Rated for blood and gore, intense violence and strong language
• Weakness: No online or co-op modes listed on the store page
• Weakness: The over the shoulder camera and slower pace differ from the older God of War games

Key facts

• Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
• Release date: April 20, 2018
• Launch price: $59.99
• Content descriptors: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
• Platforms: PS4, PS5

Where it ranks

God of War is No. 1 in our Best PS4 Games verdict.