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Game entry

God of War: Chains of Olympus

2008 · Beat 'em up, Action-adventure · PSP · Sony Computer Entertainment

God of War: Chains of Olympus is ranked no. 1,030 among the best video games of all time by GameForever voters, with an ELO score of 1,578 and 49% of duels won. Against God of War: Ascension, the opponent it meets most often, the tally stands at 2 wins to 2 losses in 4 duels. Its best standing outside the world ranking: no. 29 out of 163 (Beat 'em up).

World rank

no. 1,030

ELO score

1,578

Wins

49%

Duels played

189

About God of War: Chains of Olympus

Kratos makes his inaugural appearance on a portable gaming platform in the third instalment of the God of War series. Chains of Olympus serves as a prequel, unfolding its narrative a decade before the events in the original God of War. While retaining the familiar gameplay dynamics of its predecessors, subtle modifications enhance the overall experience. Kratos embarks on a journey through various levels, engaging in relentless combat against foes and formidable bosses, deciphering puzzles based on manipulating boxes, and participating in quick-time events. Throughout his odyssey, he amasses red orbs to fortify his weapons and abilities, secures Gorgon eyeballs to augment his health, and acquires Phoenix feathers to amplify his magical prowess.

The game's controls underwent refinement to harmonize with the reduced button configuration of the PSP. Dodging, for instance, now necessitates the utilization of both shoulder buttons and the analogue stick. The iconic Blades of Chaos, synonymous with the God of War series, make a return, accompanied by an array of new weapons and magical spells such as the Sun Shield, Efreet spell, and Light of Dawn.

The narrative unfolds as the Gods dispatch Kratos to the city of Attica, charging him with the defence against an encroaching Persian army. However, as Morpheus unleashes chaos, Kratos finds himself compelled to harness his formidable powers to once again rescue the world from impending doom.

ELO progression

Score moved from 1,500 to 1,578 ELO points over the last 170 days.

Head-to-head

Direct record on the most played match-ups.

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The standing

Where God of War: Chains of Olympus ranks

The world rank mixes every family of games. Here is where God of War: Chains of Olympus stands in each of the ones it belongs to. Its best standing, all families considered: 29 out of 163 (Beat 'em up).

Where God of War: Chains of Olympus ranks
Ranking Position Games competing
World ranking 1,030 5,035
Beat 'em up 29 163
2000s 295 1,308
2008 31 150

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