I know, both games should be insane and it is amazing that we get both games in the same calendar year. It really is a great time to own a PlayStation 4 console. Right now, the God of War embargo has ended, with a Metacritic average currently at 94. Our own PMC gave the game a 10 out of 10, calling it “an epic reboot of an epic franchise.” Spider-Man is set to release on September 7th and with these two being possibly the biggest exclusive games coming to PS4 the rest of this year, we asked the entire staff to weigh in on which game will be more successful and crowned Best PS4 Exclusive!
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For more on God of War, here is an excerpt from our review:
God of War is an epic reboot of an epic franchise. The evolution of Kratos could have gone horribly wrong. Instead, Santa Monica Studio has given the franchise the treatment it deserves. This new narrative tone has heart, and serves to make Kratos much more relatable in his new role as protector, while remaining as brutal as past installments. Reworked and improved combat options make for an enjoyable and customizable experience, and phenomenal audiovisual performance ensures that each trip to the mythical lands before the Vikings is a wonderfully grisly experience. God of War is a must-buy experience well worth the wait.
God of War will be releasing on April 20th, with Spider-Man web-slinging to PlayStation 4 on September 7th. Let us know in the comments which one you think will do better.
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Anthony Nash
If it’s Spider-Man vs. God of War…I think I still might pick Spider-Man? At the time of writing this, it seems like God of War is getting immense praise from everyone, but I still think the superhero factor and nostalgia of the past Spider-Man games will help it sell more and, at the very least, make it just as equally praised by media and fans alike.
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Cameron Teague
I keep going back and forth on this. My heart says Spider-Man, because it appeals to me more, but there is this lingering feeling that God of War is just going to go crazy. I think the changes it has made are good ones and we will see a much more well-rounded game because of it.
That said, what a great time to own a PS4.
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Chandler Wood
While I think God of War will really speak to PlayStation gamers, Spider-Man will have a wider appeal and capture more casual audiences that happen to own a PS4. God of War's Mature rating and history solely for the gaming community will keep it out of a number of households that Spider-Man will websling right into. With the next Spider-Man movie set for July 2019, I can see at least a teaser trailer dropping near the end of the year, which will help boost hype for Spider-Man sales. Peter Parker will have Kratos strung up in a web before the year's out.
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John Abrena
Wow, Chandler just said everything. Now what will I put more input to...
But yeah, I think this will be Spidey's win. A Marvel movie and a Marvel game in one year just creates a lot of hype, in both hardcore and casuals alike. -
Keri Honea
It's definitely a toss-up between God of War and Spider-Man. God of War because nostalgia, and Spider-Man because Insomniac does things so very well.
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Michael Briers
Spider-Man I reckon. That Infinity War hype is real and I can see a lot of people wanting to jump into a Spidey title after the movie's release in April.
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Paulmichael Contreras
I'm kind of biased at this point, but having recently played through God of War's campaign, I think it might get the nod critically. However, Spider-Man will likely sell more, simply because it's a more accessible franchise.
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Zarmena Khan
God of War is one of most recognized PlayStation franchises out there but I do think Spider-Man will have a wider appeal. We'll see who comes out on top in terms of critical and user reception, though.
