In God of War players learned via flashbacks how Kratos, having been deceived into killing his wife and daughter, denounced his service to Ares and sought absolution from his sins.

The “Ghost of Sparta” pledged himself as a champion to the Gods for the years to follow, and these brutal crusades in the name of Olympus became legendary throughout the ancient world. Chains of Olympus is set during this period of violent penance, prior to the sacking of Athens and the battle against Ares that are depicted in the original God of War.

With the Gods rendered powerless and the world plunged into darkness, Kratos will journey to lands that no mortal has ever walked upon. Ultimately, he will be forced to choose between his own personal redemption and saving the ancient world from certain destruction.

KEY FEATURES

* Epic Gameplay: Large-scale set piece battles, exceptional production values, dramatic soundtrack and everything else that is key to the God of War experience.

* Original Plot: Set prior to the events of God of War, experience Kratos’ journey during his years of servitude to the Gods of Olympus – a story of brutal violence, redemption and sacrifice.

* All-New Combat Moves: Utilize brutal new attacks, as well as some of Kratos’ most fearsome combos from the original God of War.

* Exploration: From the Gates of Hades to the Depths of Tartarus, explore whole new realms, face-off against fearsome new creatures and engage in epic boss battles.

* Puzzle Solving: Navigate through a labyrinth of challenging and cryptic puzzles integrated into the story.

* Developer and Series Heritage: An all-new chapter in the critically-acclaimed franchise brought to you by two award-winning development teams, SCEA’s Santa Monica Studios and Ready At Dawn Studios.