God of War | Raising Kratos | "Making Of" Documentary

Raising Kratos documents the five year, herculean effort to reinvent one of the greatest stories in gaming, God of War. Facing an unknown future, Santa Monica Studio took a massive risk, fundamentally changing their beloved franchise and re-establishing their rightful place in video game history.
More than just a “making of,” this cinematic journey of second chances rooted in family, sacrifice, struggle and doubt follows game director Cory Barlog and those who chase perfection in art and storytelling. Witness the incredible defeats, the unpredictable outcomes and the down-to-the-wire tension on full display in this true life redemption story.

[@LNo-re7sk]

He didn't cry over how much $ it made, he cried because people liked his game. That's a true artist.

[@Raymando]

Who cries looking at how much money their game made xD

[@n9it]

@@Raymando well, if your game does bad, you might cry if you put such love and passion an money into it

[@Raymando]

@@n9it that sure is true. All in all this is one of my fav game dev documentaries

[@thundageon5962]

I would cry if people actually like my game even if it's a Rom hack

[@rudrod95_41]

Artists wouldn't care if someone likes the art or not. They do what they like and hope to find a little niche they can settle into. I'd say he cried more as a provider for his family. To finally know he would have a future and his game wouldn't tank

[@TheEthNick]

These people sacrificed their livelihoods & mental well-being to make us a game. This documentary makes me respect game creators so much more.

[@hamidmehrdad5805]

That’s a lot of people. Masahiro Sakurai did that for the Smash Bros. Series. The problem is there’s not enough people like you to realize that it’s difficult as gamers don’t respect developers.

[@Mrjmaxted0291]

@@hamidmehrdad5805 I don't respect the industry practice of crunch that has slipped under the radar for so many years. It really doesn't get said enough that to produce something as excellent and polished as this game there is a human cost involved. It is a cost in time, in mental well being, in abusive labour practices for everyone involved. The senior team here are all charming people, but there are plenty of hints here about just how hard they had to push their team to realise this vision.

[@hamidmehrdad5805]

@@Mrjmaxted0291 I know I hate crunch but I think respecting developers would be better because then they know their hard work paid off. I’m just tired of developers getting all this hate and death threats because of a certain part of a game or if a game isn’t amazing then they get hate. Not having respect isn’t going to do anything besides discouraging developers even more.

[@brianjanssens8020]

@@hamidmehrdad5805 i dont respect companies that dont put their heart and soul into a franchise to make something beautifull and just want a quick cash grab. So basically companies like EA or any other anime game studio

[@WuwuandNillump]

@@hamidmehrdad5805 it’s smash bro’s granted the effort is put into making a great game but it’s smash bro’s not god of war. Completely different. The amount that went into this versus a smash bro’s game is not the same level.

[@lukenolan9798]

Hang on, there are no comments about the fact this video has NO ADS. Can we show some love for this?!

[@kartiksood7100]

Hey does this include spoilers?

[@lukenolan9798]

@@kartiksood7100 I wouldn’t say it does. I had the same thought before watching as I’m part way through playing the latest game (very late adopter), but it’s more focused on the journey to releasing it than game content itself. There may be a couple of cutaways, but nothing substantial that’ll spoil your enjoyment of the game

[@kartiksood7100]

@@lukenolan9798 thank you

[@Amar-pt2or]

what?! this video includes the biggest spoiler in the game

[@viranchichinchane6034]

@@Amar-pt2or nah ! I bet you've played the game already to get that. XD If you haven't played before watching then you'll fall for making.

[@joyseek5429]

1:30:20 I just love that cut from Christopher Judge’s interview into the game. It just hits harder with every rewatch knowing what follows up in that moment of the documentary. He’s such an amazing performer.

[@Mikefiser]

Also, he says "film" instead of a game :D which is really funny as in the beginning he said he couldnt believe it is not a movie script

[@Kakarot803]

TC Carson is a better VO for Kratos

[@preysidius190]

Ok grampa. Did you remember to eat your pudding? @@Kakarot803

[@finderkeeperrrs]

@@Kakarot803 I wouldn't say better at all. TC Carson was phenomenal as young and rage filled Kratos, but Christopher Judge is a better older, wiser, and father figure Kratos.

[@DylanTrisko]

That E3 reveal STILL. GIVES. ME. CHILLS.

[@tokimcbongrip8751]

I know I remember watching that e3 conference live and the build up to kratos coming out of the shadow, the shock and OMG moment I went through. Never have I had an experience like that on any game reveal at e3

[@victorkempe5661]

Triskosity same here it always give me chills and tears in my eyes

[@asifmetal666]

i cried with Joy. when the last time j did that for a game reveal. i cant even remember that. i think i never did that for a game reveal.

[@dipstickjamming5532]

Same here..no matter how many times I watch it. It still gives me chills

[@Plush.Hunter]

Same though I regret I didn't see it live.

[@ArtrexisLives]

Who's here after God of War Ragnarok was officially announced?! CAN'T WAIT!

[@IVSAKENSOUL]

Meeeee, just made a video about the Runes of the new logo. This next game is going to be immense

[@nicokitty5522]

Artrexis Lives i am!!

[@henryb4182]

Me, I was like holly sh..t actually Ive seen that Freya is the Valkyrie Queen and her wings got cut off or something,but I also think kratos and freya are gonna fight

[@luishernandez-id4dk]

Me

[@ibnumar9297]

The end is near... You must prepare yourself.

[@fangornthewise]

Cory has this perpetual look of someone who was asleep 5 minutes ago.

[@fezii9043]

Father life lol

[@MollyFC]

That's kinda why he seems like a cool dude, like he's not an uptight suit type that just screams at people

[@mrhollow8697]

@@MollyFC thats a perpetual sterotype

[@zacharybrown2413]

The irony is he’s very much awake and always thinking. And thank God for that

[@harmvzon]

To me the look was of a guy who sleeps once a week

[@HushtheMag]

Not gonna lie, when Cory read the reviews at the end my eyes welled up with his, I've never known how much hard work goes behind making these games and this really was a make or break moment for him. This game truly is a treasure and I thank Cory, Yumi, Shannon and their brilliant team for the time and dedication it has taken to make this beautiful piece of art.

[@14714623]

"This may not happen..." *Christopher Judge walks up in a super man shirt* 😎

[@jhinabloomingflower807]

There is always "hope" for great things to happen...

[@christianmcbrearty]

He's a legend

[@bertgoedeme1737]

Well1:02:00...

[@TetraCurse]

Indeed

[@Anyuci82]

1:31:52 The most heartbreaking and heartwarming moment at the same time in this documentary

[@ice_bagel2597]

I just wish this particular line delivery was in the game

[@cogadhturtar8408]

@@ice_bagel2597 Agreed I feel like this game is almost perfect and the only mistake they made was not using that cut.

[@ameeralshahir6351]

54:14 the reaction of the crowd gave me goosebumps

[@drakesupra1318]

Thank you God of War creators for not quitting on the gamers around the world and bringing this masterpiece to life!

[@Mafei78]

I‘m really on my knees to say thank you to Cory Barlog and of course to everyone who was involved in making this game possible. I‘m 41 yo and this is in fact the best game ever made so far. They spent up to five years of their lives to bring it to the world. So THANK YOU again for this masterpiece!

[@JonCampbell29]

Mafei78 yeah this is beautiful

[@christianmcbrearty]

It really is the best game I've ever played. I loved everything about the music, storytelling and gameplay

[@carolinecheung3484]

"You will always be.. A monster" "I know" 1:31:50 I will never know why they didn't put that cut/version into the game. That would've put so much depth to Kratos. Like in all of his games, everything he has done and gone through, the only thing that is able to just crack his voice is knowing he will always be a monster. That voice crack from kratos means a suicidal depression to another person and you know that, you get a glimpse of how much he always has to push down.

[@philippaul6039]

They probably thought crying Kratos or him sounding like he was crying was a bit to much lol more anger is less risky I guess. Remember he didn't cry at any point before or after that scene

[@Bokidelija994]

They did put it in the game mate...idk how u didn't hear/see it

[@YamMangas]

@@Bokidelija994 Yeah, they put

[@Syzoth2K]

@@Bokidelija994 No they didn't, in this version of "I know" Kratos has a voice crack. The one in game doesn't.

[@adamd.3571]

What he says after that moment "a love letter...an apology" you can FEEL that as you play this game. You can see it in the evolution of his character. As a father who struggles to find the good in himself after a past of misfortune who is worried his son will grow up to go down the same road, this moment hits me so hard.

[@SyranosTV]

Making games is hard, thanks for letting people to see that, love on all of you !

[@christianaguilar7201]

I remember my mother playing the first 2 games on the PS2 when I was 5-7 years old. Then ended up playing 3 together with me going through the recent one on the PS4 while she watched. Full circle. She was probably like the 1% of women/mother players that specifically played the OG games back then. Crazy how time flies.

[@djxxxplicit]

1 & 2 were the best because they had long stories. In 2, fighting against Zeus & your clones were EPIC.

[@TheBlackItalianGamer]

@@djxxxplicit 2 is still the best IMHO

[@paulsmith9192]

@TheBlackItalianGamer for me in terms of boss fights and gameplay 3,best.but for story,this one.but its all personal taste

[@jessaguilar4747]

I played the this one with my son, it was a HUGE bonding moment for us. I bought him a ps4 just so we could play it together. We can’t wait for the new one!!!

[@asyadausgur4013]

Christian Aguilar did your mother let you watch the aphrodite part. Just curious

[@chaoscontroller316]

That ending felt like an unintentional jab at money hungry companies. *Lookin at you EA*

[@zodiac909]

And Activision, AND Take 2

[@randomuser684]

*_What about Ubisoft? They throw games out right away_*

[@nava93s]

Mayank Tomar stfu just because they made one good thing in years doesn’t mean we will forgive them

[@TheNightNot]

@Mayank Tomar I DIDNT EVEN NOTICED SEKIRO WAS FROM ACTIVION OMEGALUL

[@acojo8205]

Fenriz Well yeah. Activision don’t ever “make the game”. They’re a publisher.

[@davidheisnam743]

In the next game, Kratos should put Mimir's head at the end of a stick and use it as a club. He's durable af.

[@AshenDennis]

34:35 this section alone brings tears to my eyes and goosebumps all over my body. I don't know.. Something about a male choir singing in norse is absolutely amazing

[@pautaresperez5348]

God of War OST - Lullaby of the Giants [Extended]

[@Turizzy]

I can't stop replaying that part, spine-tingling🙌

[@goatmansasquatch1485]

Geek

[@CptBamBoozled]

I'm 26 years old since yesterday, started to play this for the first time on PC when it released, and i just wanna say that i've never ever had such an experience with a game before, this is absolutly legenderay to say the least, from the music to gameplay and story it's a masterpiece and to be honest, i did not understood why it won the GOTY award over Red Dead Redemption 2, but now, being on the half way of the story and even from the beginning of it, i understood, this is not just a game, this is a real story made by real people, who sacrificed almost everything for this project, a project made out of tears, sweat and love for the gaming community/industry as a whole, i wanna say a BIG, BIG BIIIG THANK YOU for this experience and to all the people that sacrificed so much working on this, this game really deserves an award of it's own, like the game of the decade or something like that, and i strongly hope that you guys will also port the sequel to PC too. Thanks again for this outstanding experience that you delivered.

[@Turizzy]

34:35 sends chills down my spine, everytime

[@mrsrugges1973]

📠

[@carlsmith4568]

God of War 2018 is one of the best narrative driven games ever made. The fact that Santa Monica was able to completely reinvent God of War so successfully is nothing short of incredible.

[@ultima03]

Who else is watching this after the God of War: Ragnarok teaser trailer? Hyped to see what Cory and the Santa Monica Studios Team bring to the table!

[@GrindyVine]

T H O R vs K R A T O S and BOI

[@thalapathynaveen6609]

Actually gow Ragnarok director is now changed. Eric Williams is the director for the upcoming gow

[@shandelsanga7321]

Man, the fact that inspired Kratos's new chance was inspired by how Cory saw his kid is really heartwarming.

[@8Dorfzocker8]

God I feel so guilty buying this masterpiece for just 15 bucks right now 😂♥️ what a time to be alive Thanks to the team

[@eanderson9599]

Same, I got it for 12 on PSN. Then once I finished it I feel like I should’ve paid more

[@aryan7767]

Maltige Key it deserved game of the year

[@blodia-]

@@aryan7767 it won game of the year (2018)

[@jimjones775]

Lol I got it for only ten at target

[@jimjones775]

Aryan Sharma it won goty

[@Maikelswe1985]

Not sure if anyone at Santa Monica Studio will ever read this but if you do I want you to know at my 35 years of age I have played every major game title since the NES basically, but God Of War is easily the best game series around and GoW 2018 is the best game I have ever played. I just played through it after saving playing it until I had the PS5, and my god was it good. I am beyond hyped for God Of War Ragnarök I have never in my life been this excisted for a new game and I am a huge FInal Fantasy fan mind you. Thank god for your studio and may he bless you all!

[@ifeanyiulasika7405]

You should also play the Witcher 3: wild hunt

[@maxsun13]

@@ifeanyiulasika7405 there will be a PS5 version coming out later this year

[@ifeanyiulasika7405]

@@maxsun13 Nizeeee

[@maxsun13]

@@ifeanyiulasika7405 I beat The Witcher 3 back in 2015 and cannot wait to play the PS5 version again

[@zac-f2l]

33:09 Bruh that's Death Stranding right there

[@larzguy3714]

Lol

[@aplix747]

Yeah definitly looks like death stranding but death stranding's environment is basically identical to Iceland's

[@phillyscorpio3804]

Death Stranding is so boring! I feel asleep 5 times playing...I'm done! I'm not into walking simulators ... horrible idea of Kojima

[@TheLestatrock]

I thought the same when I saw.

[@wildstrands3377]

@@phillyscorpio3804 then go play cod 🤦‍♂️

[@AndrewSantoro]

I still get the chills when I hear the main theme for this song. Such an excellent, excellent game.

[@bswift1991]

Watch the emotions of the actors in their interview sections and try to tell me that video games aren't just as valid a form of human story telling as any other form of media.

[@neutch1991]

HUM BUT THEY CAUSE maSS shOOTiNgS

[@nicolaswewe5559]

Only idiots or old people who didn’t grow with games would say that don’t worry

[@coloneljakesza5780]

After finishing the game on PC today, 17 February 2022, and watching the doc, I truly have great respect for the work and sacrifice the team at SMS made. God of War is a masterpiece like no other, and without a doubt THE best game I have ever played.

[@meliodasnanatsu1718]

cory:can u do backflip? kid:actually yes cory:really!? i was just joking that got me laughing

[@cake2806]

I've never even played a God of War game in my life, I'm not even that invested in the franchise either, but this documentary is so good I love re-watching it all the time

[@DivaGeneva]

The developers of our prime games getting older, maturing, expressing it through game. Love this!

[@fakeplasticgamers9850]

56:14 this kid looks like a real life rendition of Sora from Kingdom Hearts. And that is not a bad thing.

[@nesoka8221]

wow ur right. imo

[@van5395]

Cory is such a loving father. I can see why Kratos shined in his new role.

[@sascape]

1:27:29 broke my heart :( This industry is hard

[@Bawrabawla]

I scrolled down to find a comment on that part, it broke my heart too. She is so passionate about the game too... that moment was soul crushing.

[@TheRealAyeeZee]

I worked valet for this company before this game was released. I saw these guys every day and they are all very dedicated hard workers staying well past 10-12 hour work days. It’s heartbreaking to see them put their lives partially on hold in order to get this game done.

[@novelmartinez6154]

that one hit me right in the feels

[@tylermathews1953]

God of war 2018 is my favorite game of all time, and it comes out of my favorite game series of all time and it’s all thanks to you guys. Thank you for the endless hours of fun I still continue having playing this game. Can’t wait for Ragnarok!

[@rave9106]

“Love is first, followed closely by hate and divorce and alimony.”- the great Christopher Judge

[@rotdopp625]

i started crying when cory barlog checked the score of the game i love you santa monica , cant wait ragnarok

[@rafaelsoler6366]

I legit just wanna hangout with this whole cast of people. And more importantly I really want to give Christopher Judge a hug cus I bet he gives good hugs.

[@rpumpkin3511]

I don't know about hugs , but he give one hell of a manley handshake 😉

[@CybertruckToronto]

I'm rewatching this during quarantine and man, does this still feel like the first time I've experienced this. Best game I've ever played.

[@Manas_Choudhary]

When I think of gaming as a whole, I think of Mario. I think of the Master Chief. I think of Kratos. It's such a privilege to play masterpieces such as God of War 2018 and see the hard work the team at Sony Santa Monica put in the game to not only expand on the trademark God of War experience but respect its past and throw in nostalgic elements. Cory is a legend and I hope they're already working on the sequel.

[@brotherboom5811]

37:56 "Well done boy" Lol

[@Tacomonster27]

Brother Boom was looking for someone that caught that 😂😂

[@victortorres8073]

Man after seeing Chris judge in this. I like him even more. Such fun positive energy.

[@plattytheperrypus5701]

You know a game is amazing when there is an entire documentary on the making of it

[@ambayaoh]

The music part of the document really interest me and honestly no document made me tear up besides this one.

[@DonisGP]

Wow this just makes me respect and love this series even more. Such an amazing team and studio and they made one of the greatest games in playstation exclusive history. It's just so amazing 💙

[@SaltiestGaming]

God of War is the best game of all time! I love it with all my heart! Thank you Cory and Sony Santa Monica for all your hard work. I can't wait for the sequel.

[@damon2056]

1:05:10 they really should have kept that in there 😂

[@evertonguerino]

Nope! Is 1:04:42

[@XXLRebel]

Thanks bro, that's the part i was looking for!!

[@6V1]

34:19 the choir music gets me chills every time - amazing

[@msd7782]

Love the music to this game!

[@Julian-bd9ln]

chills throughout the whole video, what an amazing journey, didn't got the chance to experience it hands on but this documentary its so inspiring, really capturing the beauty of the industry. props to everyone

[@PatrickJanz]

Thanks Bear McCreary for this great soundtrack to a great game. I´m exited to hear your soundtrack in Godzilla - King of the Monsters. :-)

[@blackenedwritings]

Oh yeah, he did that one, too. I loved hearing the classic Godzilla theme brought back to life.

[@fvw1187]

I’m entranced by his music. As opposed to exited... I’ll see myself out.

[@Ac3Windu]

Can we appreciate the amount of dedication it takes to make these games. Just finished playing it yesterday. About to run through it again on NG+

[@mcmsirio6376]

26:44 i dont know about that dude the voice would have never matched the look of kratos nor his expressions. I am so glad they found Chris

[@LoutreDuBengale]

Freya's actress has the wisdom of her character, really valuables points.

[@Camwu19979]

Great documentary, I've never realized how hard they work to make these games. Thank you for your hard work because God of War is truly a work of art.

[@elizabethsalinas2223]

I'm only like ten hours into GOW, and I LOVE the dialogue change. I didnt see the E3 before this documentary, and I have never played GOW before so I didnt know what to expect. But one thing has stuck with me so far is Atreus' and Kratos' smart quips. Atreus "which way?" Kratos "in the direction of deer" From someone who hunts in real life, this quip definitely made me chuckle. 11/10. Excellent game. You have set the bar for video games into the foreseeable future!

[@conanc3570]

They should put ''A Cory Barlog Game'' title on the game cover art just like hideo Kojima did that before

[@christopher-kw3fw]

A Santa Monica Game*. This game meant just as much to every other individual person there as it did to Cory, and they all sacrificed just as much. They should all be recognized.

[@tylerwagner1978]

Idk if putting Kojima on a pedestal is even a good idea in retrospect.

[@EvGeNiYGeNY]

Name' like a game by..... Means, that guy was wrote a screenplay.

[@Lithavenue]

a game is part of the sacrifice of a lot of people, not just 1, I think you did not understand anything about this documental

[@Mrjmaxted0291]

Hideo Kojima doesn't deserve his hype if you ask me. It's become clearer and clearer as time wears on that he's suffering from George Lucas syndrome. What made the Metal Gear franchise so enormously successful and popular was team he surrounded himself with. Guys like Yoji Shinkawa have been knocking it out of the park with the art design that made Metal Gear what it was CONSISTENTLY for the better part of 25 years now. Those aspects are just as integral to the success of the franchise as Kojima.

[@-DarshanParamanandSalian]

49:19 eric the new director of God of War trying get out of the frame😂😂.

[@perrykeel9888]

This documentary made me tear up I respect each developer artist and the rest of the team that had something to do with help creating this masterpiece these guys gave us their blood ,sweat ,and tears to create an experience we will never forget I’m thankful for these guys 💯

[@barackobama0101]

I’m Swedish and this a really good game. One of the best games I’ve ever played. And as a swede/Scandinavian, I really loved how they showed my cutler/history❤️

[@HarshvardhanLandge]

While watching this documentary, I could feel the journey of the team.. as if i was connected to it... I cried I laughed.... 5 years of hardwork of 150+ people to create a masterpiece!!! Thank you Santa Monica studio!!!!

[@KyzenUFC]

Seeing the emotions this project evoked in those creating it and then knowing how this game touched me... games as a medium really do transcend many other forms of media. This game was something special and will always be a top 5 all time great for me.

[@WhyHowNow]

I remember This E3 presentation. The raw emotion in that room was overwhelming. This GoW was truly the GOAT.

[@edwinjohnson2130]

@28:47 "You need to see a Therapist"..............I laughed way too much for it...

[@Mike1-]

I’ve watched this video around 20 times since it came out . The editing is top notch , I wish more game developers made the effort to make these mini movies it makes the game experience 100 % better .

[@Blackcriterion]

The E3 Moment was great but The Release was the Greatest! God of War was not just a Game. It was a Heart of a Game. Technically Perfect everything high detailed and the Gameplay was amazing. I love the Game it felt like an Epic Journey.

[@Assasin_412]

I want to see something like this for Spider-Man. That would be amazing!

[@guidorussoheck2100]

i want this for every ps game.

[@Alec30]

34:37 goosebumps

[@Buzz_Night_here]

Thank you Santa Monica Studio for making my childhood‘s dream coming true..♥️

[@omarmir8426]

Holy hell this documentary was amazing! Great job to the God of War team and the documentary makers.

[@ericr.2698]

It feels good to be a god of war fan since the time when the very first god of war had been released 👍.

[@agenttxgaming4409]

With how this game released you would have never thought all of these things went on in the background with so many problems. It’s incredible, but they kept persevering and they made it. Bethesda should take notes.

[@sidharthaa]

1:48:00 is the best moment. You can literally see how much it all meant to him.

[@hazey420840]

We need this for God of war ragnarok. This story touched my heart. It is a human story that reflects real life experiences, yes the mythology doesn't match up perfectly, but it's so grounded that it doesn't matter. It's a human story about humanity told through the prospective of a God. I love the story you gave us barlog. Typing this after beating ragnarok, and I have to say. Well done my friend, well done.

[@JuniorM60]

Man, i got tears watching this fr, like doing the score live while the demo is being played, and having that perspective captured gave me tears because my heart pours out for the man who put his soul into this game! Chills me to the bone watching that reveal

[@majid__jafari]

1:48:37 best part of the whole documentary. I've been waiting for a moment like this for so many years and im still fighting for it. Wish me luck guys... (Oh boy i'm all in tears)

[@christopherWolf17]

I come back to watch this every few months to get inspired with my own projects. Thank you Sony Santa Monica!

[@theNoobmaster69]

I love Santa Monica Studios and I love each and every person responsible for this series. Cannot wait for Ragnarok.

[@ooyyss7652]

33:00 Did Kojima go to the exact same location they went? This looks straight out of Death Stranding.

[@kangruckus5939]

It was an amazing intro, an amazing experience, and an amazing cliff hangar. Thank you for your hard work and dedication our beloved character.

[@Fedol.M.El_Amine]

i feel like i watched cinema quality movie for free right here on KZbin. thank you who ever took the time to make this documentary while they were making the game

[@punkt7752]

This goes to show how difficult game development…dealing with executives and what they think people want, the pressure of having all these people who maybe disappointed.

[@fokisensei]

Guys in the Santa Monica Studio, you have my full respect from deep of my heart.

[@UponDemise666]

Cory Barlog is one of the ONLY people to actually make something positive with that whole mindset of “having a kid is the best change in your life!” Which is normally *SO* annoying because its like, who cares you had a dumbass kid?! But Barlog actually went & took that mindset away from the annoying soccer moms & adapted into something truly amazing... & that’s really something

[@dakotamabry1645]

Kinda heartwarming as it's like the game creaters grew along side their creation .

[@UponDemise666]

@@dakotamabry1645 absolutely

[@user-fu4lx5fo9s]

Bear's reaction to People's reaction 55:13 XD

[@solofourohsixgaming]

55:40 That was GBG. Crazy to see him on this.

[@Bruh-mp9xo]

41:10 this man is a genius. This score is 10 times better than some production movies.

[@ThcBanaman]

People don't realize how much sound environment and musical landscape improve and make a game. Insane how good the musical accompaniment was

[@reubensampson3322]

I got so emotional watching this,they did the right thing doing this documentary!

[@lostaccount3374]

I want that mimir key chain

[@chongkie27]

This documentary is great !! Made me so emotional. The only thing missing is Jeremy Davies, the actor behind Baldur. I mean he's the main antagonist and even receive an award for his performance but he wasn't in this documentary.

[@DarkHokageSFL]

The guy who does kratos voice looks like handsome squidward lol

[@irarelyupload6930]

Handsome squidward has the same voice as normal squidward

[@rehaan6428]

@@irarelyupload6930 He means the guy that voices Kratos. Voice actor would have been a better word though.

[@kastiganb305]

Almost 2 hour long documentary about one of the greatest franchises and games of all time, posted on KZbin for free with no ads. Legendary

[@OFFICIALRover]

I watched the whole thing and it only felt like 30 mins I want more of it 😂

[@dougr8646]

Get off the nuts bro

[@jackwyncoll4143]

Let's make a shout out to that composer. I feel like he's getting overlooked but the soundtrack to this game is absolutely phenomenal, as are all the GoW games but this one especially.

[@thegagaygamer7932]

Bear Mcreary is an amazing composer and also did the Battlestar Galactica soundtrack :)

[@PhunkJoaquin]

yeah you are right!

[@WilliamAhlert]

Its amazing. So many games just do ‘this sounds cool’ but McCreary actually uses ideas that come up again and again throughout to represent different characters or themes, in a genius way only comparable to the best film soundtracks. Its sophisticated, more than anything.

[@keyblok]

I believe that the soundtrack is good when you don't even realise that it is there, but you recognize it if you hear it somewhere else.

[@remisan7214]

god of war 3 had one song, KRATOS!!!! KRATOS!!! WAHHHAAAHAAAAAA!!!!!

[@W4r10ckm4n]

This is the only game I've ever played where I sat through the ending credits, reading every name, not trying to skip them. In the era of buggy releases and half-baked garbage live-service games, God of War truly shines as a reminder and beacon that video games can still be made with passion, they can be big, they can be of good quality AND have a ton of content, and they can still tell great stories. I'm looking forward to Ragnarok, but I want Santa Monica to take their time, do it right, and keep their sanity.

[@TheSpiritOfTheWest]

Yeah me too. Really appreciated each one of the team

[@black.purple]

i haven’t experienced a SINGLE bug in the entirety of my 15 hours of gameplay. Absolute masterpiece, top 10 games i’ve ever played.

[@andreabosio6452]

This God of War was the proof that a well crafted game, with the right time to develop and A GOOD STORY backed up by a good gameplay can sell super well even if it isn't an open world multiplayer online with craptons of microtransaction created in clutch timing 1 year after the other (as someone in the industry said). It's the testament that people still want a single player experience, if it's well crafted. Always be one pf my favorite game. This thinking should be applied also to other media like cinema. GIVE CREATORS TIME TO DEVELOP THEIR PRODUCT, IF IT'S GOOD WE CAN WAIT MORE TIME

[@BrianGriffinASMR]

Can’t have all 3, it’s impossible

[@khangle6872]

Looking back at the triple A title like battlefield 2042, cyperpunk2077, and the GTA definitive edition (not really a triple A but had a price of one) Yeah i agree with you

[@draven9481]

I remember Cory in 2008 in an article, he said that he didn’t want to be remembered as the god of war guy. Now he’s back and he completely turned it around. You can never outrun your destiny

[@GatherYeRosebudsWhileYeMay]

Enzo Rhys Thunderer underrated comment

[@rickylovesyou]

.....boy.

[@zeck239]

Funny enough one of the themes of God of War (2018) is you can't outrun your past

[@Ricknarok28]

Very wise 🤔

[@samsfog3591]

No boy, he is a god. He makes his own path.

[@alanguillermo3145]

The scene where Kratos gets the Blades of Chaos back is one of my all-time favorite moments in gaming history. Seeing how much it took a toll on Christopher Judge was heartbreaking, though.

[@punkjamez]

Alan Guillermo - Yes, and that made it all the more special. His acting was absolutely superb. You could tell he put his whole heart into this role. All of the actors were fantastic for that matter.

[@FlutterSwag]

When freya's VA said that we all have a bag of dark experiences to pull from it really hit home, these actors are incredibly talented and I'm so grateful for their work.

[@ryanmiller1297]

It was a great moment. One of the best of all time.

[@colin-campbell]

I don’t get it - why’s the acting “great”? He’s just moving his arms about.

[@unfortunatelyjack772]

I feel like that's a joke but honestly I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't.

[@Fitchy-ke3wz]

For as long as i can remember, my mum always said "you finished on that game yet?" "Turn it off, come downstairs" "Please pause that game." But then she popped her head in as Kratos was burning Faye. From then on she watched it like a film as I played it, occasionally asking questions, every now and then a "WOAAAH!" This was the first game she said "I really enjoyed watching you play that." She didn't live to see me play Ragnarök. But I really hope she'd enjoy it as much as she did the first one.

[@PulseBladeenjoyer]

I know I’m a month late, but your story is such a beautiful one. May your mom rest in power. I’m sorry for your loss. I’m sure she would’ve adored Ragnarök.

[@abdulg4762]

I’m sorry for your loss, but happy she got to enjoy sharing the experience with her son. Thank you for sharing

[@dreamnvisionz]

I felt that. So sorry for your loss. There are so many intricacies to the emotions of your story. I'm pretty sure she watched you play Ragnarok. Stay blessed

[@abdulg4762]

@@dreamnvisionz wish I could upvote this twice ❤️

[@MaZaki721]

Holy God this was beautiful man.hope you have the best life

[@jmanners]

Man, I get why Kratos got progressively angrier in the game. The man never did end up eating dinner.

[@agenericguy1014]

Jon Manners Now it all makes sense!

[@Lssj100]

PREACH

[@Zeltron1313]

or pee

[@recess7]

If I was him, I would've been angrier

[@mishavoldigoad9051]

He ate aphrodite though