God of War Player Count and Stats (2024)

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God of War Player Count and Stats

Here are a few of the most interesting God of War stats and facts I was able to dig up. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.

How many people play God of War?

23 million copies of the game have been sold

Last updated 11/1/22God of War player count facts stats

Number of copies of God of War sold in its first three days:

3.1 million


Number of copies of God of War sold in its first month:

5 million


Total number of copies of God of War sold to date in Japan:

185,000

Last updated 12/1/18


That’s all for now. Be sure to check back soon as we update all video game stats as soon as more are provided.

Game Description

“God of War” is an action-adventure video game franchise developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. The franchise’s first installment was released for the PlayStation 2 (PS2) in 2005, and it quickly gained widespread acclaim for its intense gameplay, epic storytelling, and brutal combat.

The franchise centers around the anti-hero protagonist Kratos, a Spartan warrior seeking revenge against the gods of Olympus for their role in the death of his family. Throughout the games, Kratos embarks on a relentless and violent journey to take down powerful deities and mythical creatures, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake.

The core gameplay of the series is characterized by intense combat, puzzle-solving, and platforming elements. Kratos wields a pair of chained blades, known as the Blades of Chaos, which he uses to execute devastating combo attacks against enemies. As the series progresses, Kratos gains access to new weapons, magical abilities, and upgrades that enhance his combat prowess.

The franchise is renowned for its epic set-pieces, larger-than-life boss battles, and visually stunning environments inspired by ancient Greek mythology. The games feature a mix of real-time combat and quick-time events, immersing players in cinematic sequences where they must perform timed button presses to execute brutal finishing moves.

Over the years, the “God of War” franchise has expanded to include multiple installments on various PlayStation platforms, including the PS2, PlayStation 3 (PS3), PlayStation 4 (PS4), and even a mobile game. The series has also received spin-off titles, prequels, and remastered versions.

In 2018, the franchise received a critically acclaimed reboot for the PS4, simply titled “God of War.” This game took a more narrative-driven approach, focusing on Kratos’ journey with his young son, Atreus, in a Norse mythology-inspired setting. The game received numerous Game of the Year awards and further solidified “God of War” as one of the most beloved and influential video game franchises of all time.

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