The story takes place over three different campaigns and players take on the role of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers. Each weapon also has a dedicated magic attack, offering a bit of strategy.Īlthough the gameplay is exceptionally strong and the story is impressive, it's the flashy graphics and set-piece moments that really tie God of War III together. Men of War takes place in Europe and North Africa during the height of World War II. As you progress through the adventure, you'll also discover new weapons that can be used for both combat and Puzzle-solving. Chests often contain power-ups such as phoenix feathers and gorgon eyes, which improve your magic and health. Levels are mostly linear, but there are plenty of hidden secrets scattered around to reward exploration. Playing as Kratos, you'll swing and smash through hundreds of enemies utilizing your wrist-bound blades. GameplayĪpart from a few improvements, enhancements, and new mechanics, the gameplay in God of War III is very similar to past games. Armed with double-chained blades and a new array of weapons and magic, Kratos. Facing impossible odds and an elaborate plot, Kratos must rise from the darkest depths of Hades to scale the heights of Mt. There's an impressive amount of drama and great closure to Kratos' story, resulting in a satisfying trilogy. The story of God of War III is the epic conclusion to Kratos’ Greek trilogy as he seeks to end the rule of the gods once and for all. Kratos' journey sees him locating Pandora's Box, exploring a dangerous labyrinth, and battling against countless foes. Your adventure takes you far across the fictional world of Greek mythology, extending the lore and universe within.
Many of the most popular Greek gods like Poseidon, Aphrodite, and Hades are big players in the story, as Kratos attempts to kill each one of them. Despite this setback, Kratos vows to have his revenge and slowly begins the trek back to the top of Mount Olympus.Įven when compared to the past two God of War games, God of War III has some exceptionally cool characters, bosses, and moments. After an exciting fight against Poseidon and a failed attempt on Zeus' life, Kratos falls off the mountain and plummets into the Underworld. A former captain in the Spartan army, Kratos stood on a cliff above the Aegean Sea, ready to end his miserable life. Hellbent on revenge for Zeus' misgivings, Kratos fiercely battles against all that stands in his way.
Overflowing with rage, Kratos went back to the loom and travelled to the time of the Great War to rouse the Titans.God of War III picks up immediately after the end of God of War II, with Kratos and the titan Gaia scaling Mount Olympus. In her dying words, Athena revealed the reason for Zeus’ contempt for Kratos… The Spartan was his son, the child he had always feared would cause the downfall of Olympus.
Using the almighty Blade of Olympus, Kratos fought and injured Zeus, but as he prepared to strike a fatal blow, Athena materialised and defended her father becoming mortally wounded as she blocked the vengeful warrior’s path. Upon returning to Earth, Kratos visited the Sisters of Fate, harnessing their magical loom to travel back in time to the moment of his murder by Zeus. Kratos was not accepted by his Olympian peers and sought consolation by leading the mortal Spartan army in a conquest of Greece.īut during the sacking of Rhodes, Kratos was tricked into relinquishing his godly powers and subsequently killed by Zeus, the ruler of Olympus.Īs Kratos fell into Hades, he was saved by Gaia, the mother of the Titans, and convinced to use his anger to help the former rulers of the world gain revenge for their humiliation at the hands of the Olympians in the Great War.