Become A God: Your Guide To OP In God Of War 2018

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Hey, gamers! Ready to transform Kratos from a grumpy dad into an absolute wrecking machine in God of War (2018)? You've come to the right place! We're diving deep into the secrets of becoming OP (OverPowered) – that sweet spot where you can crush enemies, breeze through challenges, and feel like an actual god of war. This guide isn't just about button-mashing; it's about understanding the game's systems, optimizing your build, and making Kratos a force to be reckoned with. So, grab your Leviathan Axe, and let's get started. We’ll be breaking down the key areas: gear, skills, and combat strategies. Get ready to dominate Midgard, guys!

Master the Gear: Weapons, Armor, and Enchantments

Alright, let's talk about the bread and butter of becoming OP in God of War: your gear. It's not just about looking cool (though, let's be honest, that's a perk!). The right weapons, armor, and enchantments can dramatically impact your stats, your combat style, and ultimately, your power. We're not just talking about equipping the highest-level stuff, though that certainly helps. It's about crafting a synergistic build that complements your playstyle. This section is going to cover Weapons (Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos, and Guardian Shield), Armor (Stats and Set Bonuses), and Enchantments (Runic Attacks and Realm Tears).

Weapons: The Tools of a God

  • Leviathan Axe: Your trusty companion from the beginning. Upgrade it at the Blacksmith's shop to increase its base damage, and focus on skills that enhance its throwing capabilities and Runic attacks. Early on, invest in skills that allow for quick retrieval and increased damage on thrown axes. As you progress, look for Runic attacks that provide area-of-effect damage or status effects (like freezing enemies). The Leviathan Axe is all about versatility. Learn to switch between melee combat and ranged attacks to control the battlefield. Mastering the Axe's moveset is crucial to becoming an OP player.
  • Blades of Chaos: Obtained later in the game, these fiery blades offer a different playstyle, focused on close-quarters combat and area damage. Upgrade them to enhance their reach, speed, and Runic attacks. Experiment with combos and try out the movesets. The Blades of Chaos are fantastic for crowd control. Prioritize skills that increase your attack speed, reduce cooldowns on Runic attacks, and enhance your ability to stagger enemies. They are the epitome of high-risk, high-reward combat.
  • Guardian Shield: While not a weapon, your shield is essential. It's not just about blocking; it's about parrying, which opens enemies up for devastating attacks. Experiment with different shield types (like the Guardian Shield) to find one that suits your style. The Guardian Shield is a balanced option for both blocking and parrying. Learn to time your parries perfectly, which will allow you to do incredible damage. Upgrading your shield allows you to perform an array of skills, from stunning enemies to knocking them away with ease.

Armor: The Defense You Need

Armor isn't just about the numbers; it's about the set bonuses they provide. Different armor sets offer different advantages, so choose a set that suits your playstyle. Are you more of a brute-force attacker, or a strategic fighter? Look at the stats offered, such as Strength, Defense, Vitality, and Luck, and choose armor that complements your playstyle. Strength increases your damage, Defense reduces damage taken, Vitality increases your health, and Luck affects the frequency of perks (like Health on Kill). Combining sets to maximize your stats is a great way to improve and be OP.

  • Armor Sets and Stats: Each piece of armor gives you stats, which are important. Strength, Runic, Defense, Vitality, and Luck are the main stats. Strength increases your damage with your attacks. Runic increases the damage from your Runic attacks. Defense reduces the amount of damage you take. Vitality increases your maximum health. Luck increases the chance to trigger perks, such as health regeneration.
  • Set Bonuses: These are the unique bonuses granted when you equip multiple pieces of the same set. Pay close attention to what the set bonuses offer; they can significantly boost your effectiveness in combat. Some sets focus on increasing your damage output, others on improving your defense, and some offer unique perks. To create an OP build, consider mixing and matching pieces from different sets to create the perfect mix of stats and bonuses.

Enchantments: The Power Within

Enchantments are your secret weapon. These gems can be socketed into your armor, and they offer a wide range of benefits, from stat boosts to unique perks. To become OP, you need to mix and match enchantments to maximize your stats and create a build. Consider the benefits: do you want to increase your Runic damage, the cooldowns of your attacks, or your chances of triggering status effects? Experiment to see what works best for you. Some enchantments have special properties, such as granting bonus damage when you land a perfect parry, or increasing your health regeneration rate.

  • Runic Attacks: These are powerful special moves that you can equip to your weapons. They have cooldowns, so use them wisely! Experiment with different Runic attacks to see which ones best suit your playstyle. A great strategy is to use the Runic attacks during tough battles.
  • Realm Tears: These are optional challenges that you can find throughout the game. They usually reward you with powerful enchantments or upgrade materials. Take the time to clear them out – the rewards are well worth it, and they can significantly boost your power.

Skills and Abilities: Unleashing Kratos's Potential

Now, let's talk about skills and abilities. This is where you truly customize Kratos to fit your playstyle and maximize his potential to become OP. Skills and abilities are not just about button combos; they give you a degree of control of the fight.

Combat Skills: Master the Art of War

  • Unlock and Upgrade: As you progress in the game and defeat enemies, you'll earn experience points. Use these points to unlock and upgrade combat skills. There is a huge range of skills available, covering various areas such as melee combat, ranged attacks, parrying, and dodges. Look at the skill tree for each weapon. Prioritize skills that complement your playstyle. Do you love using Runic attacks? Then invest in skills that lower their cooldowns or increase their damage. Are you a fan of brutal, close-quarters combat? Then invest in skills that improve your melee attacks and parrying ability.
  • Combo Mastery: Learn the different combos associated with each weapon, and practice using them in combat. Mastering these combos allows you to dish out more damage, and it can help you stagger and stun enemies, opening them up for a finishing blow. Experiment to find out which combos you are most comfortable with. Timing and precision are the key here. Combos can be chained together in various ways, so knowing your options is important.
  • Runic Attacks: We touched upon these earlier, but they're worth mentioning again. Runic attacks are your bread and butter, especially during challenging encounters. Mastering these is key, so make sure to test them out. Choose attacks that suit your combat style and the specific encounters you face. For instance, some Runic attacks are fantastic for crowd control, while others excel at single-target damage. Always be aware of the cooldown timers.

Spartan Rage: Embrace the Fury

  • Understanding Rage: Spartan Rage is your ultimate power-up. It's a temporary mode that significantly increases your damage and defense. Use it wisely, as the timing of your use can be important during the fights. As you take damage, you fill your Rage meter. When it's full, you can activate Spartan Rage. You can choose to unleash a barrage of attacks or use the rage to heal yourself. Some skills and gear can modify Spartan Rage. Upgrade the Spartan Rage by investing in skills that increase its duration, damage output, and the effects it has on enemies.
  • Upgrading the Rage: The Spartan Rage has its skill tree. As you gain experience, you can unlock and upgrade skills for your Rage mode. This includes increasing its duration, improving its damage output, and adding effects. Learn to use the rage strategically. Decide when is the best time to trigger the Spartan Rage. A good time to use it is during a difficult fight. Use the rage to turn the tide. If you are having trouble, the rage can help you get out of the situation.

Companion Abilities: Atreus and Other Allies

  • Atreus's Role: Atreus is an invaluable companion, supporting you in combat with his arrows and special abilities. Upgrade his abilities to increase his damage output, and allow him to perform special attacks. Pay attention to his arrow types (like Shock Arrows) that can provide additional status effects. Control Atreus strategically. He can be used to distract enemies or take down foes from a distance. The companion can assist you during battles.
  • Teamwork is Key: Use Atreus's abilities in conjunction with your attacks to create powerful combos. Learn to coordinate your attacks. For instance, you could use his arrows to stun an enemy, allowing you to get in close and deal massive damage. In God of War, teamwork is essential. Remember to upgrade Atreus's abilities and gear, as he is an integral part of your fighting abilities.

Combat Strategies: From Novice to God

Alright, you've got your gear, you've got your skills, now it's time to put it all together and become a true god of war. Mastering combat strategies is key. We are going to cover areas like enemy analysis, effective combos, and using the environments. This will make Kratos an OP character.

Enemy Analysis: Know Your Enemy

  • Recognize Enemy Types: Different enemies have different attack patterns, weaknesses, and resistances. Learn to identify these enemy types and adjust your strategy accordingly. Is it a fast-moving Draugr, or a heavily armored Stone Ancient? Do they have any weaknesses? Some are vulnerable to certain attacks, while others are immune to certain elements. Learning about the enemy is an important part of the game.
  • Exploit Weaknesses: Take advantage of enemy weaknesses. Use your knowledge to target the enemy's weaknesses. For instance, enemies may be vulnerable to certain status effects. Some may have an elemental weakness (like fire), while others are susceptible to certain attacks (like staggering). Know what type of enemy you are facing, and use attacks that are designed to combat the enemy.
  • Prioritize Targets: Focus your attacks on the most dangerous enemies first. Take out the weaker enemies first to reduce the overall threat level, which allows you to focus your attention on the boss. This is a game of prioritization.

Effective Combos: Unleash the Fury

  • Weapon Switching: Master the art of weapon switching to maximize damage and versatility. Combine the strengths of the Leviathan Axe and the Blades of Chaos. Experiment to determine which combos and skills work best. Different weapons have different strengths and weaknesses, so switching between them can give you a huge advantage.
  • Runic Attack Integration: Seamlessly integrate Runic attacks into your combos for maximum damage output. Use the Runic attacks during the fights, and combine them with normal attacks. Runic attacks can stagger the enemy, which leaves them open to a follow-up attack. Consider the cooldown of the Runic attacks.
  • Timing is Everything: Timing is everything. Pay attention to the timing of your attacks, parries, and dodges. Perfect timing is essential in combat. Mastering your timing can often make the difference between victory and defeat. Practice is a must to get the timing right. Always time your attacks and dodges appropriately.

Environmental Awareness: Make the World Your Weapon

  • Use the Environment: Use the environment to your advantage. Exploit environmental elements such as exploding pots or walls to inflict damage or create a tactical advantage. For instance, use the environment for cover, or to block enemy attacks. Some fights will feature explosive barrels, that can deal huge amounts of damage to enemies. Use the environment to your advantage and maximize your offensive and defensive capabilities.
  • Control the Battlefield: Positioning is everything. Control the battlefield. Make sure you are in the right position to attack and to avoid attacks. Learn to use the terrain to separate enemies, and to funnel them into choke points. Make sure to stay out of the enemy's reach. Always keep moving and repositioning yourself to make sure you have the advantage.
  • Exploiting Interactions: Learn the different environmental interactions available in a given area. You may find elements you can use to stun enemies, or deal extra damage. Remember, the world is your weapon. Pay attention to what is available around you.

Advanced Tactics and Endgame Strategies

For those looking to take their OP status to the next level, here are some advanced tactics and endgame strategies. This covers areas such as New Game Plus, maximizing stats and challenges.

New Game Plus: Start Again, Stronger

  • Carry Over Your Arsenal: New Game Plus is an amazing feature that allows you to start the game over with all your gear and skills. This includes weapons, armor, skills, and enchantments. Starting New Game Plus lets you test out builds and different challenges. This is where you can refine your build and maximize your stats. New Game Plus offers a higher level of difficulty, which will test your skills and combat strategies.
  • Refine Your Build: Use New Game Plus to refine your builds. Try out different weapon combinations and skill trees. You can experiment with different armor sets and enchantments to create the perfect build for the challenges ahead. New Game Plus is the perfect opportunity to go from an OP player to a god of war.

Maximizing Stats and Challenges

  • Optimize Your Stats: Understand the importance of each stat and how it affects your gameplay. Use the gear, enchantments, and skills that complement your playstyle. If you want a more defensive build, focus on high defense and vitality. For offensive builds, focus on strength, runic, and cooldown reduction. Consider all the stats available, and build the perfect stats to match your combat style.
  • Challenge Yourself: Take on the game's toughest challenges, such as the Valkyrie Queen. These challenges will test your skills, and you will need to master your build to beat it. These challenges will reward you with valuable rewards, such as powerful armor and enchantments. Completing these challenges will further solidify your status as OP.

Conclusion: Become the God You Were Meant to Be

There you have it, folks! By mastering your gear, refining your skills, and understanding combat strategies, you can transform Kratos into an unstoppable force in God of War (2018). Remember, the journey to becoming OP is all about understanding the game's systems, experimenting with different builds, and finding what works best for you. Now go out there, embrace the fury, and become the god you were meant to be. Good luck, and happy gaming!

I hope this guide helps you on your journey. Go out there and show those enemies what you're made of! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments, and don't forget to like and subscribe for more God of War content.