
Like Kratos in God of War (2018), Senua embarks on a perilous journey motivated by a deceased lover - a journey set within a similarly mythology-rich Norse world.

Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrificeįor fans of God of War’s combat, Norse setting/mythological exploration, and/or story. So as we await news on the future of Kratos and Atreus, these are 7 games God of War fans may enjoy, whether you come to the series for its visceral third-person combat, inspired world design, compelling narrative, and/or exploration of Norse mythology. These games don't necessarily exceed the bar set by Santa Monica Studio, rather they share and successfully implement notable design and/or gameplay characteristics found in the recent God of War games. Naturally, comparing a game to God of War sets it up for failure, and in turn, sets you up for disappointment.
