Navigating and moving through God of War's world is tedious and boring. Combat isn't expanded enough from the first game - encounters became so dull in the second half.

The beginning and the ending are both incredible but the story is all over the place for much of the experience. I wish the game was more linear - more focused.

2018's God of War was refreshing, the combat was so different from the other games, and the exploration was a welcome addition to the series. But the sharpness from the first game has dulled quite a lot. Nearly none of the issues from the first game were addressed.

I also still hate how combat difficulty is nearly entirely based on your player level - makes counquering bosses feel less satisfying.

Presentation wise - it excells in every aspect. And again the emotional story beats are done exceptionally well. I enjoyed the game - just wish it was buttoned up and shorter - i dont think the gameplay loop can sustain a 20+ hour experience.