Game Informer's God of War coverage continues with a look at the title's almost completely revamped combat system. In the video that we've embedded above, the publication talks to lead gameplay designer Jason McDonald, who explains how Kratos has ended up with a magical axe as his main means of cleaving monsters in half.
It's interesting stuff, especially when you consider the fact that Kratos has been using a very similar fighting style since the series' inception. This time around, things aren't quite as hack-and-slash. Instead, you'll have to think more about positioning -- particularly when taking on groups of foes -- and you'll need to keep an eye on your opponent's actions and react accordingly. The bottom line is it's looking a lot more like the kind of combat system that you'd find in an action role-playing game.
But just because combat is more grounded doesn't mean the property's trademark brutality has been thrown out of the window. Kratos is still a beastly fighter, slicing his enemies into chunks and performing some really bloody executions. McDonald says that the development team simply can't wait for players to get their hands on the game.
Are you liking the look of God of War's new combat system? See how far you can throw that axe in the comments section below.
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“in an action role-playing game.” - avoiding the term “Dark Souls”? Nice and subtle
I met Jason McDonald once. He was very nice.
of course it is.God of war is PlayStation best franchise ever.and this game will be legendary.can't wait.word up son
I think the combat is looking really good. I'm honestly really impressed by the game's entire shift. The series was in dire need of a shake up.
I guarantee you .in the middle of the game.kratos will have his blade of Olympus.worddd uppp sonnn
Praise the son.
Come on Cory, announce release date for us to know. i can't wait to play this game so bad like hell
Now I’d like to have that March release date confirmed.
GoW's gameplay is nothing like For Honor but that video image kinda reminds me of the latter.
The combat is really similar to the Souls games, I'm loving it.
@WanderingBullet Yeah, the camera's quite similar, very over-the-shoulder.
I like it because Kratos has a beard now.
I will preorder this.
I love the god of war series but have major concerns about the combat and it seems indeed they are going down the Souls combat approach which is very disappointing in my opinion but will please other people.
I dont understand the fascination of lots of games going down the souls combat route.
It will probably be the simple but effective method of R1 - light attack, R2 - heavy attack, similar to Horizon and AC Origins.
@ShogunRok For Honor could have God of War crossover/collaboration skins and it would work. Kratos skin for the Berserker and the other armoured guy wielding the broadsword could be Highlander's skin.lol
It seems more like the Combat I want than the previous God of War games offer...
@get2sammyb Next time, don't be nice to him. Kidnap the guy and ask for a ransom. You know what, never mind the money, ask for a release date. If Sony doesn't comply, I've heard Chinese water torture is quite effective.
This looks fing epic
Sheesh, SM, I’m already sold on the game, just give me a release date already.
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