Push Square's review frames God of War: Sons of Sparta as the franchise's most daring move to date, one that reshapes expectations rather than immediately thrilling with spectacle. The game leans into a slower, more deliberate tempo that rewards patience, while building on the Norse-era overhaul that refreshed Kratos after a period of series fatigue.

  • Ambitious tonal shift: Sons of Sparta pushes the series into new creative territory, taking risks that distinguish it sharply from prior entries.
  • Measured pacing: The experience unfolds cautiously and may feel sluggish at first, with its rewards arriving gradually rather than instantly.
  • Character-forward design: The title continues the path of humanising Kratos, deepening the franchise’s focus on emotional nuance introduced in the Norse saga.
  • Franchise recalibration: After a spell of sameness that culminated in player fatigue, this release aims to reassert God of War as a standout PlayStation property — though its approach could split the fanbase.

Whether Sons of Sparta will be remembered as a bold reinvention or a divisive detour depends largely on how much patience players bring; Push Square suggests that the game’s long-term payoff is real, but requires a willingness to sit with its slower beats.

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Source: Push Square