Ah, leaks, what would we do without you? Well…we’d probably be fine, but that’s another topic entirely. Video games are one of the things that gets the most leaks in the internet age. As game reveals, game secrets, and more are shown off when they’re found. For the upcoming God Of War game, a lot of things are known about its story and setting and features. So, what is there to leak? Well, some people found some unedited gameplay footage, nine-minutes worth, and posted that on the internet.
This nine-minute scene shows Kratos going to work with his new weapon, an enchanted ax. We also get to see him interact with his son Arteus, who will be with you throughout most of the game. In a way, the God of War gameplay isn’t changing, and yet, it’s hard not to notice that the speed of it is different. Before, you were button mashing to deal massive damage, where here, Kratos is being a lot more tactical. It’s sure to bring a new thrill to longtime players of the series
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For those who aren’t familiar with what this new installment in the beloved action series will be like, here’s the breakdown. Kratos has destroyed all the gods of Olympus (with one or two exceptions), and has moved on with his life. He now lives in a realm where the Norse Gods reside, but to all the people he meets, he’s just a man, not a god, or a god-killer.
He’s begun a new life with a wife and a son named Arteus. But, when his wife dies, he and his son go on a journey to honor her final wish, to scatter her ashes at the top of the highest peak in the realm. But to get there, he’ll have to battle the Norse Gods, who know exactly who he is.
God of War returns on April 20th.
