God of War vs Just Cause 4

• Perspective: Third-Person (Over-the-shoulder free camera)
• Multiplayer: Single-player Only
• Setting: Ancient Norse Realms (Midgard, Alfheim, Helheim, etc.)
• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Windows PC, PlayStation 5 (via Backward Compatibility with enhancements)
• Initial PS4 Release: 2018-04-20
• PC Release: 2022-01-14
• Unique Feature: Reimagining of Kratos in Norse mythology, father-son dynamic with Atreus as an active companion, satisfying Leviathan Axe combat, seamless one-shot camera presentation.

• Perspective: Third-Person
• Multiplayer: Single-player Only (No official multiplayer modes)
• Setting: Solís (Fictional South American Nation)
• Platforms: PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
• Unique Feature: Highly customizable Grappling Hook with Air Lifters, Retractors, & Boosters; dynamic Extreme Weather System (tornadoes, blizzards, etc.); vast sandbox environment encouraging creative destruction; signature Wingsuit and Parachute traversal.

• Atreus: Kratos's son and constant companion. Atreus actively participates in combat by firing arrows from his Talon Bow (Light Arrows for stun/utility, Shock Arrows for electrical damage), choking enemies, providing warnings, and using Runic Summons (spectral animals). He can read Norse runes, helping solve puzzles and understand lore. His abilities and gear are upgradable. He also revives Kratos if he falls in combat (limited). His dialogue and interactions are crucial to the narrative and world-building.
  Human/God/Jötunn Hybrid
• Mimir (Head): After being reanimated by Freya, Mimir's head is carried by Kratos at his belt. Mimir provides extensive lore, tells stories of Norse mythology during travel (especially in the boat), offers contextual advice, can translate ancient languages, and acts as a guide through the Nine Realms. He also provides humorous commentary.
  Aesir (formerly), Reanimated Head

• Army of Chaos Soldiers: As Rico liberates regions and pushes the front line, AI-controlled rebel soldiers from the Army of Chaos will spawn and engage Black Hand forces. They act independently but contribute to the overall battle and can provide covering fire or draw enemy attention. Rico cannot directly command them.
  Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)
• Mission-Specific Allies (Mira, Sargento, Sheldon, etc.): During specific story missions or side quests, key characters like Mira Morales, Sargento, Tom Sheldon, Javi Huerta, or Garland King may accompany Rico or provide direct support (e.g., hacking, intel, objectives). They are not persistent companions but play roles in dedicated mission sequences.
  Human (Key NPCs)
• Supply Drop Pilots (Implied): Though not visible companions in the traditional sense, pilots from the Army of Chaos deliver requested vehicles, weapons, and gear to Rico's location via supply drops. Their efficiency and the range of available items can be improved by completing tasks for specific characters (Javi, Garland, Sargento).
  Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)

• Odin's Ravens: Spectral green ravens sent by Odin to spy on the Nine Realms. There are 51 to find and destroy with the Leviathan Axe, scattered across various locations. Destroying them contributes to a Labor and rewards XP.
• Jötnar Shrines: Ornate wooden shrines depicting stories of the Jötnar (Giants) and their history. There are 11 to find, each revealing a piece of lore when Atreus reads them. Collecting all contributes to a Labor.
• Artifact Sets: Various sets of themed artifacts (e.g., 'Lost and Found' toys in Midgard, 'Faces of Magic' masks in The River Pass, 'Spoils of War' for Carja in Alfheim). Each realm/region has its own set. Collecting and selling complete sets to Brok or Sindri yields Hacksilver and XP.
• Lore Markers & Rune Reads: Stone tablets, runestones, or scrolls containing Norse lore, stories, and historical information. Atreus can read these to Kratos, adding entries to the Codex and providing XP.
• Nornir Chests (Rune-Locked Chests): Special chests locked by three Norse runes. To open them, Kratos must find and activate (e.g., hit with axe, ring bells) the corresponding runes in the nearby environment within a time limit or specific order. They contain Idunn Apples (to increase maximum Health) or Horns of Blood Mead (to increase maximum Rage).
• Legendary Chests: Ornate chests containing valuable loot, such as Runic Attacks (Light or Heavy for Axe/Blades), Talismans, rare resources, or Enchantments.
• Treasure Maps & Buried Treasure: Players can find Treasure Maps which are sketches leading to buried treasure (Hacksilver, resources, Enchantments) in a specific location described by the map's riddle or drawing.
• Language Ciphers (Niflheim & Muspelheim): Four Niflheim language ciphers and four Muspelheim language ciphers are hidden in purple cipher chests throughout Midgard and other accessible realms. Collecting four of each unlocks travel to the respective optional realms of Niflheim and Muspelheim.
• Valkyrie Helms (after defeating Valkyries): Defeating each of the eight optional Valkyrie bosses and the Valkyrie Queen yields their helms, which are then placed in the Council of Valkyries chamber.

• Ancient Statues: 12 hidden Ancient Statues scattered across Solís. Finding and activating them (often by solving a grapple-based lever puzzle) for Javi Huerta rewards Retractor Mod Points and contributes to the 'Show Me the Way' trophy/achievement.
• Surveillance Airships: 24 Black Hand surveillance airships floating above various key locations. Destroying them reduces Black Hand presence and contributes to regional liberation and Chaos generation.
• Stunt Locations (Speed, Wingsuit, Vehicle): Numerous designated locations across Solís where Rico must perform specific stunts for the film director Garland King. These are categorized into Speed Stunts, Wingsuit Stunts, and Vehicle Stunts (car, bike, boat, helicopter). Completing these earns Chaos and unlocks pilot upgrades.
• Supply Drop Blueprints (Implied): While not direct collectibles, discovering and completing certain missions or activities unlocks new weapons, vehicles, and gear (their 'blueprints') that can then be requested via Supply Drops. This forms a collection aspect of available equipment.

• Fatherhood
• Grief & Loss
• Mentorship
• Cycle of Violence
• Redemption
• Norse Mythology
• Controlling Rage
• New Beginnings
• Family Legacy
• Coming-of-Age (Atreus)
• Deicide

• Liberation
• Chaos & Destruction
• Extreme Weather
• Rogue Agent
• Political Instability
• Family Secrets
• South American Setting
• Physics-Based Sandbox
• Anti-Establishment
• Over-the-Top Action

• Leviathan Axe: Primary Melee & Ranged Weapon (Ice Elemental)
  Kratos's main weapon for a significant portion of the game. A magical battle axe imbued with ice elemental magic. It can be used for close-quarters combat (light and heavy attacks, combos), thrown at enemies, and magically summoned back to Kratos's hand. It can freeze enemies and environmental objects. Features two slots for Runic Attacks (light and heavy) and can be upgraded with Pommels and Frozen Flames.
• Blades of Chaos: Primary Melee Weapon (Fire Elemental)
  Kratos's iconic double-chained blades from his past, infused with fire elemental magic. They are unlocked later in the game and offer a faster, wider-reaching combat style compared to the axe. Also feature two slots for Runic Attacks and can be upgraded.
• Guardian Shield: Defensive & Offensive Tool
  A retractable shield on Kratos's left forearm. Used for blocking incoming attacks, parrying (which can open enemies to counter-attacks), and performing shield bash attacks. Can be upgraded through skills.
• Spartan Rage: Special Ability / Combat Mode
  A rage meter that builds up during combat. When activated, Kratos enters a frenzied state, becoming temporarily invulnerable and unleashing powerful bare-handed attacks that can also restore some health. Can be upgraded with skills.
• Bare-Handed Combat: Melee (Stun Focused)
  When the Leviathan Axe is thrown or Kratos chooses to, he can fight bare-handed. These attacks deal more stun damage, making enemies susceptible to finishers (R3 prompts).
• Atreus's Talon Bow: Companion Ranged Weapon (Support)
  Atreus wields the Talon Bow and assists Kratos in combat. He can fire Light Arrows (can stun enemies, activate light crystals for puzzles) and later Shock Arrows (electric damage, chains between enemies). His quiver capacity and arrow types can be upgraded. He can also be directed to fire at specific targets.
• Atreus's Runic Summons: Companion Special Ability
  Atreus can equip Runic Summons that allow him to call upon spectral animals (e.g., wolves, squirrels, stags) to attack or distract enemies. These summons have cooldowns and can be upgraded.

• Grappling Hook (Customizable): Traversal, Utility, Combat Tool
  Rico's signature gadget, heavily upgraded. Can be customized with multiple loadouts featuring Air Lifter (attaches balloons), Retractor (pulls tethered objects), and Booster (miniature rockets) mods, each with their own upgradeable properties like strength, speed, and behavior.
• SW9 Assault Rifle: Primary Firearm (Automatic/Burst)
  A versatile assault rifle with good damage and rate of fire. Often features an underslung grenade launcher as its secondary fire mode, useful against infantry and light vehicles.
• AT3-X RPG: Heavy Weapon (Explosive)
  A powerful rocket-propelled grenade launcher, capable of burst-fire. Effective against vehicles and structures. Secondary fire allows for target locking.
• RG-PBA 9 Railgun: Heavy Weapon / Sniper
  A handheld railgun that fires high-velocity projectiles, dealing significant damage. Can be charged for increased power. Its secondary fire often deploys a combat drone.
• PWC V4.2 "Wind Gun": Experimental Weapon
  An experimental weapon that fires powerful blasts of wind, capable of sending enemies, vehicles, and objects flying. Its secondary fire typically unleashes a more focused and powerful gust.
• DA 9.3 "Lightning Gun": Experimental Weapon
  An experimental weapon that can call down lightning strikes or fire concentrated electrical blasts. Its secondary fire often launches storm grenades, creating localized thunderstorms.
• PBX Auto-Slug 4: Shotgun (Automatic)
  A fully automatic shotgun effective at close range. Its secondary fire often unleashes a spread of ricocheting projectiles, devastating in enclosed spaces.
• LRD-3 Sniper Rifle: Sniper Rifle
  A long-range, high-precision rifle for engaging distant targets. Often includes a secondary short-range explosive shell launcher.
• Wingsuit (Weaponized Variants): Traversal / Light Weapon Platform
  While primarily for traversal, some wingsuits (e.g., 'Skystriker' or Black Hand Prototype from DLC/Deluxe Editions) are equipped with boosters and missile weaponry.
• The Dragon (DLC Weapon): Heavy Weapon (Explosive/Incendiary)
  A unique rocket launcher shaped like a dragon's head that fires fireworks, stunning enemies before exploding. Part of a DLC pack.

• Kratos's Armor Sets (Various): Players can craft and upgrade numerous armor sets for Kratos, divided into Chest, Wrist, and Waist pieces. Each set offers different base stats (Strength, Runic, Defense, Vitality, Luck, Cooldown) and unique perks (e.g., increasing elemental damage, reducing stun duration, chance to grant buffs). Armor sets are categorized by rarity and can be upgraded multiple times using Hacksilver and resources. Examples include the 'Traveler Armor Set' (high defense), 'Ancient Armor Set' (elemental resistance), 'Valkyrie Armor Set' (powerful perks, high stats).
• Atreus's Tunics/Armor: Atreus can also be equipped with different outfits/tunics that provide passive bonuses, such as increasing his arrow damage, improving his revival speed for Kratos, or enhancing his elemental arrow effects. These are also craftable and upgradable.
• Enchantments (Socketable Gems): Armor pieces and some Talismans have enchantment sockets. Enchantments provide further stat boosts or unique passive perks when equipped. They come in various rarities and types, allowing for build customization.
• Talismans: Equippable items that provide unique active abilities (with cooldowns) or powerful passive perks. Examples include Talisman of Unyielding Fury (grants Spartan Rage burst) or Amulet of Kvasir (slows time on last-second dodges).
• Axe Pommels & Blades Grips: Attachments for the Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos respectively. These change the appearance of the weapon's handle and provide passive stat boosts or unique combat perks (e.g., chance to trigger elemental explosions, increased stun).
• Shield Skins: Cosmetic variations for Kratos's Guardian Shield. Some were pre-order bonuses or unlocked in New Game Plus (e.g., Exile's Guardian Shield Skin).

• Rico's Tactical Outfit: Rico's default attire offers no specific numerical armor rating but represents his general resilience. Cosmetic variations are available through DLC, providing visual changes to his jacket, pants, and gear.
• Weaponized Wingsuits (e.g., Skystriker, Black Hand Prototype): These are not traditional armor but traversal tools with offensive capabilities. The 'Skystriker' (often part of Reloaded/Gold editions) and the Black Hand Prototype Wingsuit (Digital Deluxe) feature built-in missile launchers and boost technology, offering a form of mobile firepower rather than passive damage resistance.
• Golden Gear Pack Items (Gold/Complete Edition): Includes a golden shotgun, a golden wingsuit, and a golden parachute. These are primarily cosmetic, offering a distinct visual style for these items without significantly altering gameplay statistics beyond their base item functions.
• Other DLC Cosmetic Outfits/Skins: Various DLC packs like the 'Neon Racer Pack,' 'Deathstalker Scorpion Pack,' and 'Renegade Pack' include themed skins for Rico's wingsuit and parachute, and sometimes themed vehicle skins. These are visual customizations.

• Kratos's Armor Sets: Players can craft, purchase, and upgrade numerous armor sets for Kratos. These are divided into Chest, Wrist, and Waist pieces. Each set provides different stat distributions (Strength, Runic, Defense, Vitality, Luck, Cooldown) and unique perks. Examples: Traveler Set (tanky), Ancient Set (elemental resistance), Deadly Mist Set (Niflheim rewards), Valkyrie Set (end-game). Armor sets also change Kratos's appearance significantly.
• Atreus's Tunics: Atreus can be equipped with different tunics that offer various passive bonuses, such as improving his arrow damage, healthstone recovery, or reducing summon cooldowns. These also alter his appearance.
• Death's Vow Armor Set (Digital Deluxe): An exclusive cosmetic armor set for both Kratos and Atreus, included in the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game.
• New Game Plus Armor Sets: New Game Plus mode introduces new, more powerful 'Perfect' rarity versions of existing armor sets and some unique NG+ exclusive sets (like the 'Cod of War' armor) that can be crafted using Skap Slag.

• Rico's Default Tactical Outfit: Rico's signature look, typically a leather jacket, tactical pants, and boots. The base game offers limited direct customization of this outfit.
• Wingsuit Skins (via DLC/Editions): Multiple cosmetic skins for the wingsuit are available through various DLC packs (e.g., Neon Racer Wingsuit, Deathstalker Scorpion Wingsuit, Renegade Wingsuit, Golden Gear Wingsuit) and special editions, altering its appearance.
• Parachute Skins (via DLC/Editions): Similar to wingsuits, parachute skins provide visual customization and are included in DLC packs and special editions (e.g., Neon Racer Parachute, Deathstalker Scorpion Parachute, Renegade Parachute, Golden Gear Parachute).
• Black Hand Weaponized Wingsuit (Digital Deluxe Edition): A specific wingsuit with a distinct Black Hand design, equipped with offensive capabilities. Included in the Digital Deluxe Edition and often part of higher-tier editions.
• 'Skystriker' Weaponized Wingsuit (Reloaded/Gold Editions): Another specialized wingsuit with a unique appearance and weaponry, often included in the Reloaded and Gold Editions of the game.
• Just Cause 2 & 3 Rico Skins (Free DLC): Free cosmetic DLCs were released post-launch, allowing players to equip Rico's character models from Just Cause 2 and Just Cause 3 for a nostalgic look.

Solís is a massive open world (approximately 1024 square kilometers) featuring four distinct biomes: Rainforest (lush, dense jungles), Grasslands (rolling plains and farmlands), Alpine (snowy mountains and icy peaks), and Desert (arid landscapes and canyons). Each biome hosts unique weather patterns and points of interest. The world is divided into numerous regions that can be liberated by advancing the Army of Chaos's front line.

• Rowboat: Water Traversal
  Kratos and Atreus primarily use a rowboat to navigate the Lake of Nine in Midgard and other accessible waterways in different realms. The boat is also a setting for conversations and stories told by Mimir.
• Mystic Gateways (Fast Travel): Realm Traversal System
  Not a vehicle, but the primary method for fast travel between discovered Mystic Gateway locations within and between the Nine Realms, using the World Tree (Yggdrasil) network via Brok and Sindri's shops or the Realm Travel Room.

• Civilian & Military Cars/Trucks: Land Vehicle (Transport / Light Combat)
  A wide variety of cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, and larger trucks. Many can be found driven by civilians or Black Hand forces. Some military trucks are armored and may have mounted weapons.
• Motorcycles & ATVs: Land Vehicle (Fast Traversal)
  Includes various motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATVs for fast and agile ground travel, especially off-road.
• Tanks & Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs): Land Vehicle (Heavy Combat)
  Heavily armored and armed vehicles like tanks (e.g., Warchief Assault Tank) and APCs, primarily used by The Black Hand. Rico can hijack and operate these.
• Helicopters (Attack & Transport): Air Vehicle (Combat / Traversal)
  Includes attack helicopters armed with missiles and machine guns (e.g., Spectre Attack Heli), as well as transport helicopters. Essential for aerial combat and rapid deployment.
• Fighter Jets & Planes: Air Vehicle (Fast Combat / Traversal)
  Fixed-wing aircraft ranging from fighter jets (e.g., Fellhawk Jet Fighter) with advanced weaponry to cargo planes and smaller prop planes. Used for high-speed travel and air-to-ground attacks.
• Boats & Naval Craft: Water Vehicle (Transport / Combat)
  Various watercraft for navigating Solís's rivers, lakes, and coastline, including small speedboats, patrol boats (often armed), and larger vessels like the Thunderbarge (a Black Hand warship).
• Industrial & Specialized Vehicles: Utility / Unique
  Includes vehicles like cranes, forklifts, airport tugs, and unique mission-specific vehicles like Stormchasers (designed to withstand extreme weather). Many can be used creatively with the grappling hook.
• DLC Vehicles (e.g., Hoverboard, Dare Devils Cars): Special / DLC Specific
  Downloadable content introduced unique vehicles, such as the agile Hoverboard (Danger Rising DLC) and various heavily modified and weaponized cars for the Dare Devils of Destruction challenges.

• Kratos: Protagonist / Former Greek God of War
  The main playable character. Years after destroying the Greek pantheon, he lives a quieter life in the Norse realm of Midgard with his son Atreus, trying to control his immense rage and be a better father following the death of his wife, Faye.
• Atreus: Deuteragonist / Kratos's Son / Archer
  Kratos's young son, who accompanies him on their journey. He assists in combat with his Talon Bow, can read Norse runes, and is central to the game's narrative and Kratos's character development. He is unaware of his and Kratos's true divine nature for much of the game.
• Faye (Laufey the Just): Kratos's Deceased Wife / Atreus's Mother / Giantess
  A Frost Giant (Jötunn) and Kratos's second wife. Her death and last wish to have her ashes scattered from the highest peak in all realms sets the main story in motion. Her true nature is a mystery for much of the game.
• Mimir: Ally / The Smartest Man Alive (Decapitated Head)
  An ancient being of immense knowledge, formerly Odin's advisor. Kratos reanimates his severed head with Freya's help. Mimir serves as a guide, storyteller, and provides lore and context about the Norse realms and mythology. Hangs from Kratos's belt.
• Freya (The Witch of the Woods / Former Valkyrie Queen): Ally / Powerful Vanir Goddess
  A mysterious witch who aids Kratos and Atreus. She is later revealed to be the Vanir goddess Freya, former wife of Odin and mother of Baldur. She is a powerful magic user and former Queen of the Valkyries.
• Baldur (The Stranger): Primary Antagonist / Aesir God
  An Aesir god, son of Odin and Freya, who feels no pain due to a spell cast by his mother. He relentlessly pursues Kratos and Atreus for unknown reasons at the start, serving as a primary antagonist and recurring boss.
• Brok and Sindri (Huldra Brothers): Allies / Dwarven Blacksmiths
  Two estranged dwarven brothers renowned for their smithing skills. They crafted the Leviathan Axe and Mjölnir. They serve as shopkeepers, upgrading Kratos and Atreus's gear and providing comic relief.
• Magni and Modi: Antagonists / Aesir Gods / Sons of Thor
  Two sons of Thor who serve Odin and confront Kratos and Atreus during their journey.
• The Valkyries (Optional Bosses): Optional Antagonists / Corrupted Warriors
  Nine powerful warriors, Odin's former elite, whose physical forms were corrupted by a curse. Defeating them is a challenging series of optional boss fights.

• Rico Rodriguez: Protagonist / Rogue Agent / 'The Scorpion'
  The main playable character, a highly skilled operative known for his expertise in demolition, vehicular mayhem, and use of the grappling hook, wingsuit, and parachute. He arrives in Solís to uncover his father's connection to The Black Hand and Project Illapa.
• Gabriela Morales: Main Antagonist / Leader of The Black Hand
  The ruthless and intelligent leader of The Black Hand, the most powerful private military in the world. She controls Solís and Project Illapa, and has a personal history with Rico's father. Serves as Rico's primary adversary.
• Mira Morales: Ally / Rebel Scientist / Leader in Army of Chaos
  A native Solino and brilliant scientist who opposes The Black Hand. She is Gabriela's cousin and becomes a key ally to Rico, helping him understand and fight against Project Illapa. She plays a significant role in guiding the rebellion.
• Tom Sheldon: Ally (Reluctant) / Former Agency Handler
  Rico's former handler from The Agency, who appears in Solís with his own agenda, often providing missions and information, though his allegiances can be murky. A recurring character in the Just Cause series.
• Sargento (Luis 'Che' Guerra): Ally / Rebel Commander in Army of Chaos
  A charismatic and determined commander in the Army of Chaos. He helps Rico organize rebel forces, provides tactical support, and offers missions related to training rebels and disrupting Black Hand operations.
• Oscar Espinosa: Antagonist / Dictator of Solís (Figurehead)
  The oppressive dictator of Solís, largely a puppet figure propped up by The Black Hand and Gabriela Morales. While a target, the true power lies with Gabriela and Project Illapa.
• Javi Huerta: Ally / Archaeologist
  An archaeologist obsessed with the ancient history of Solís and the mystery of the Tomba de la Esposa. He provides Rico with side missions related to finding ancient statues and uncovering lore.
• Garland King: Ally / Film Director
  A film director shooting a movie in Solís. She tasks Rico with performing various dangerous stunts (vehicle, wingsuit, speed) for her film, rewarding him for his efforts.

• The Journey (Main Story Quests)
  A series of interconnected narrative quests following Kratos and Atreus as they embark on a journey to scatter Faye's ashes from the highest peak in all Nine Realms. This involves traveling through various Norse realms, solving environmental puzzles, battling gods and monsters, and uncovering secrets about their family and the world.
• Favors (Side Quests)
  Optional quests given by various characters Kratos and Atreus meet, such as Brok, Sindri, spirits, or wayward souls. These often involve exploring specific areas, defeating mini-bosses, finding items, or helping characters with their problems, rewarding XP, Hacksilver, resources, and unique gear or enchantments.
• Labors (Combat & Exploration Challenges)
  A list of ongoing challenges related to combat (e.g., kill X enemies with a specific attack), exploration (e.g., find X collectibles), or skill usage. Completing Labors rewards XP.
• Realm Exploration & Realm Tears
  Exploring the Nine Realms (Midgard, Alfheim, Helheim, Muspelheim, Niflheim, Jötunheim). This includes finding Mystic Gateways for fast travel, closing Realm Tears (which often spawn challenging enemies), and discovering hidden areas and collectibles.
• Muspelheim Trials (Optional Realm)
  A series of increasingly difficult combat challenges in the fiery realm of Muspelheim. Completing these trials rewards unique resources, armor sets, and enchantments. There are six main trials, each with normal and hard versions, plus a final set of impossible challenges.
• Niflheim's Maze (Optional Realm)
  Navigating a procedurally generated, mist-filled workshop maze in Niflheim. Players must collect Mist Echoes to craft and upgrade unique armor and open chests, all while a deadly mist timer ticks down. Also involves defeating enemies and traps.
• Defeating the Valkyries (Optional Bosses)
  Finding and defeating eight corrupted Valkyries hidden in various realms, followed by a final battle against the Valkyrie Queen, Sigrún. These are some of the most challenging combat encounters in the game, rewarding powerful gear.
• Freeing the Dragons (Optional Side Quest Chain)
  Finding and freeing three trapped dragons (Fáfnir, Otr, Reginn) in Midgard by destroying their shrines and breaking their chains. Rewards a unique Dragon Tear and XP.

• Main Story Campaign (Project Illapa & The Black Hand)
  A series of narrative missions following Rico Rodriguez as he investigates his father's past involvement with The Black Hand and their weather-manipulation weapon, Project Illapa. This involves operations against The Black Hand, disabling components of Project Illapa, and confronting Gabriela Morales.
• Region Strikes & Advancing the Front Line
  Specific missions within each region of Solís that, once completed, allow the Army of Chaos to secure that territory. This pushes back The Black Hand's control and is essential for unlocking further story missions and expanding rebel influence.
• Army of Chaos Operations (Mira, Sargento)
  Side missions provided by key rebel allies. Mira's missions often involve investigating Black Hand technology or Project Illapa. Sargento's missions focus on training rebel squads, disrupting Black Hand logistics, and bolstering the Army of Chaos's strength.
• Stunt Challenges (Garland King)
  Completing various stunt challenges for the film director Garland King. These involve performing specific actions using vehicles (cars, bikes, boats, helicopters), the wingsuit, or achieving high speeds, rewarding Chaos and unlocking pilot upgrades for supply drops.
• Ancient Mysteries (Javi Huerta)
  Finding and activating 12 hidden Ancient Statues scattered across Solís by solving environmental puzzles, often involving the grappling hook's Retractor mod. This questline delves into the ancient history of Solís and rewards Retractor Mod Points.
• Dare Devils of Destruction DLC Campaign
  Participating in various vehicle-based destruction derbies, races, and survival challenges against three rival gangs in new arenas, utilizing unique weaponized vehicles provided in the DLC.
• Los Demonios DLC Campaign
  Combating a supernatural demonic infestation that has been unleashed upon Solís. Involves fighting new parasitic enemy types, cleansing infected areas, and utilizing new gear like a demonic crossbow.
• Danger Rising DLC Campaign
  Rico confronts his former employers, The Agency, who have arrived in Solís with advanced technology and a hidden agenda. This DLC introduces the Hoverboard, new Agency enemies, powerful new weapons, and missions aboard a massive submarine.

Standard Edition (base game). Digital Deluxe Edition (includes Death's Vow Armor Set for Kratos and Atreus, Exile's Guardian Shield Skin, God of War Digital Comic #0 by Dark Horse, God of War Digital Mini Artbook by Dark Horse, and a PS4 Dynamic Theme). Collector's Edition (included a 9-inch Kratos & Atreus statue, Steelbook case, 2” Huldra Brothers carvings, exclusive lithograph, cloth map, and digital content from Deluxe). Stone Mason Edition (included items from Collector's Edition plus Stone Mason's ring, Mimir's head talking keychain, 2” horse and troll carvings).

Just Cause 4 was released in several editions: Standard Edition (base game), Digital Deluxe Edition (base game, Black Hand Stealth Microjet, Black Hand Weaponized Wingsuit), Gold Edition (Digital Deluxe content + Expansion Pass + Golden Gear Pack), and Complete Edition (Gold Edition content + all Black Market items). The 'Reloaded' version, often seen on digital stores, includes the base game and several cosmetic/gear packs.

God of War (2018) did not receive any story-based DLC expansions. Post-launch updates included a New Game Plus mode (allowing players to restart with gear and abilities, facing tougher enemies and new upgrade tiers for equipment - Skap Slag resource), and a Photo Mode.

The Expansion Pass included three major DLCs: 'Dare Devils of Destruction' (vehicle-centric challenges, races, and new weaponized vehicles), 'Los Demonios' (a supernatural horror-themed expansion with demonic enemies and a new crossbow weapon), and 'Danger Rising' (missions against The Agency, introducing a hoverboard, new Agency weapons, and missions on a submarine). Numerous smaller cosmetic and gear packs (e.g., Neon Racer, Deathstalker Scorpion, Golden Gear, The Dragon weapon) were also released.

• Q: When was God of War (2018) released?
  A: God of War was released for PlayStation 4 on April 20, 2018, and for PC (Windows) on January 14, 2022.
• Q: Is God of War (2018) a reboot or a sequel?
  A: It is a soft reboot and a sequel to God of War III. It continues Kratos's story but shifts the setting from Greek to Norse mythology and significantly changes the gameplay and tone.
• Q: Who is Atreus?
  A: Atreus is Kratos's young son and his companion throughout the game. He assists in combat with his bow and arrows, helps solve puzzles by reading runes, and his relationship with Kratos is central to the story.
• Q: What is the main weapon Kratos uses?
  A: Kratos's primary weapon for much of the game is the Leviathan Axe, a magical axe imbued with ice elemental properties that can be thrown and recalled. He later regains his iconic Blades of Chaos, which have fire elemental properties.
• Q: Is God of War (2018) an open-world game?
  A: It features a semi-open world design. While not a fully seamless open world like some RPGs, it has large, interconnected areas and realms (like Midgard's Lake of Nine) that players can explore, with new sections opening up as the story progresses or new abilities are acquired. There are also optional realms like Muspelheim and Niflheim.
• Q: Does God of War (2018) have multiplayer?
  A: No, God of War (2018) is a purely single-player experience and does not have any multiplayer modes.
• Q: Is there any DLC for God of War (2018)?
  A: No story-based DLC expansions were released. However, a significant free post-launch update added a New Game Plus mode and a Photo Mode.

• Q: When was Just Cause 4 released?
  A: Just Cause 4 was released on December 4, 2018, for PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
• Q: Who is the main character in Just Cause 4?
  A: The protagonist is Rico Rodriguez, the series' recurring hero, known for his expertise with the grappling hook, wingsuit, parachute, and causing widespread destruction.
• Q: What is the setting of Just Cause 4?
  A: The game is set in the fictional South American nation of Solís, which features diverse biomes like rainforests, deserts, grasslands, and alpine mountains, and is plagued by extreme weather conditions controlled by Project Illapa.
• Q: What are the new features in Just Cause 4's grappling hook?
  A: The grappling hook is highly customizable with new mods: Air Lifters (attach inflatable balloons to objects), Retractors (pull tethered objects together forcefully), and Boosters (attach small rocket engines). Players can use and customize multiple tethers simultaneously.
• Q: What are the Extreme Weather events in Just Cause 4?
  A: Just Cause 4 introduces dynamic extreme weather like massive tornadoes, blizzards in alpine regions, sandstorms in deserts, and tropical lightning storms. These phenomena physically interact with the game world and can be both a threat and a tool.
• Q: Does Just Cause 4 have multiplayer?
  A: No, Just Cause 4 is a single-player only experience. There are no official co-op or competitive multiplayer modes.
• Q: What major DLCs are available for Just Cause 4?
  A: The Expansion Pass included three major DLCs: 'Dare Devils of Destruction' (vehicle combat focused), 'Los Demonios' (supernatural demonic invasion), and 'Danger Rising' (missions against The Agency, introducing a hoverboard).
• Q: How does liberation work in Just Cause 4?
  A: Liberation involves completing 'Region Strike' missions to secure territories for the Army of Chaos. This advances a 'front line' across the map, rather than liberating individual settlements as in Just Cause 3. Causing general chaos also contributes to earning squad reserves to deploy more rebels.

Utilizes a proprietary engine by Santa Monica Studio, renowned for its stunning visual fidelity on PS4 and further enhanced for the PC release. Features highly detailed character models, breathtaking Norse-inspired environments, impressive lighting and particle effects, and a seamless 'one-shot' camera presentation with no cuts or loading screens during gameplay.

Powered by the Apex Engine, Just Cause 4 showcases large-scale environments with diverse biomes and impressive draw distances. The visuals focus on physics-based destruction and spectacular extreme weather effects like tornadoes and lightning storms. While graphical fidelity on release was met with mixed reception by some for certain aspects (e.g., water, character models), the overall spectacle and scale are significant.

The critically acclaimed original score, composed by Bear McCreary, features powerful orchestral themes, Norse-inspired instrumentation (like the nyckelharpa and hurdy-gurdy), and choir. Sound design is impactful, especially for combat and environmental ambience. Features excellent voice acting, particularly Christopher Judge as Kratos and Sunny Suljic as Atreus.

The game features an orchestral and electronic hybrid score that adapts to the on-screen action, composed by Zach Abramson. Sound design emphasizes explosions, vehicle engines, weapon effects, and the powerful sounds of the extreme weather phenomena. Features a dynamic music system that escalates with the level of chaos.

Features an immersive, minimalist UI with an over-the-shoulder camera. Health and rage meters for Kratos, Atreus's arrow count and summon cooldowns are displayed. A compass aids navigation. Menus for inventory, skills, map, and codex (lore entries, bestiary).

The UI is generally minimalist, focusing on Rico's actions. Key elements include a map for navigation and mission tracking, objective markers, a grappling hook mod selection interface (quick-switch via D-pad), weapon wheel, ammo/health indicators, and contextual prompts. The 'AR Scan' feature highlights interactive objects and mission objectives.

Just Cause 4 includes options for subtitles (on/off, size not typically detailed), remappable controls for keyboard/mouse (though UI keys often cannot be changed), controller remapping support, separate volume controls (Sound Effects, Voice, Music, Car Radio), and mouse Y-axis inversion. Specific features like colorblind modes or extensive UI customization are generally not prominent.

• Official PC system requirements for 'God of War' (2018 PC Port released in 2022). Performance will vary based on specific hardware, driver versions, and in-game settings. An SSD is recommended for optimal performance. The game supports NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR.
• Laptop Performance Note: God of War on PC, while well-optimized, still benefits from a capable gaming laptop for the best experience, especially at higher settings. Laptop GPUs often perform differently than desktop counterparts due to TGP and thermal constraints. **Ensure your laptop meets or exceeds these estimated specs, paying close attention to GPU TGP and cooling capabilities.**
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a major factor in laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants of the same GPU model will perform better.
• Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling is crucial for sustained performance during graphically intensive gameplay to prevent thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A modern mobile CPU (Intel Core H-series, AMD Ryzen H/HS-series) capable of maintaining good clock speeds is important to avoid bottlenecking the GPU, especially in complex scenes.
• Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB is the minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is strongly recommended for smoother gameplay at higher settings.
• Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's power to your laptop's display resolution (1080p, 1440p) and desired framerate. Upscaling technologies like DLSS/FSR are very helpful on laptops.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: Laptops with a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus may offer improved performance by allowing the dedicated GPU to bypass integrated graphics.
• Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Always use the latest official GPU drivers and ensure Windows is optimized for gaming.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). NVIDIA Reflex is also supported for low latency.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Model Quality, Shadows, Reflections, Atmospherics, Anisotropic Filtering, and Ambient Occlusion significantly impact performance.
• Game Name: God of War

• Official PC system requirements for 'Just Cause 4' (released in 2018). An SSD is recommended for better loading times. These requirements reflect the hardware capabilities of that era.
• Laptop Performance Note: Just Cause 4, with its large open world and physics-based destruction, can be demanding. For a good laptop experience, a gaming laptop with a dedicated GPU from the mid-range of its release era or newer is advised. Laptop GPUs and CPUs perform differently than desktop equivalents due to power (TGP) and thermal constraints. **Performance can vary based on the specific laptop model's TGP, cooling, and overall system configuration.**
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a key factor for laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants will generally perform better.
• Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling is important to prevent thermal throttling during sustained gameplay, especially with the game's emphasis on large-scale destruction and physics.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU that can handle open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks is necessary.
• Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB is the minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is recommended for a smoother experience, especially with many physics objects and explosions.
• Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
• Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using up-to-date GPU drivers and maintaining an optimized OS is beneficial for stability and performance.
• Optimization Detail: A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing (FXAA, TAA), and Effects Quality significantly impact performance, especially during chaotic sequences with extreme weather.
• Game Name: Just Cause 4

• Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). NVIDIA Reflex is also supported for low latency.
• Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Model Quality, Shadows, Reflections, Atmospherics, Anisotropic Filtering, and Ambient Occlusion significantly impact performance.

• A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
• Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing (FXAA, TAA), and Effects Quality significantly impact performance, especially during chaotic sequences with extreme weather.

• G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a major factor in laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants of the same GPU model will perform better.
• Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling is crucial for sustained performance during graphically intensive gameplay to prevent thermal throttling.
• C P U Performance Sustain: A modern mobile CPU (Intel Core H-series, AMD Ryzen H/HS-series) capable of maintaining good clock speeds is important to avoid bottlenecking the GPU, especially in complex scenes.
• R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB is the minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is strongly recommended for smoother gameplay at higher settings.
• Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's power to your laptop's display resolution (1080p, 1440p) and desired framerate. Upscaling technologies like DLSS/FSR are very helpful on laptops.
• M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: Laptops with a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus may offer improved performance by allowing the dedicated GPU to bypass integrated graphics.
• Driver Updates O S Optimization: Always use the latest official GPU drivers and ensure Windows is optimized for gaming.

• G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a key factor for laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants will generally perform better.
• Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling is important to prevent thermal throttling during sustained gameplay, especially with the game's emphasis on large-scale destruction and physics.
• C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU that can handle open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks is necessary.
• R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB is the minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is recommended for a smoother experience, especially with many physics objects and explosions.
• Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
• Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using up-to-date GPU drivers and maintaining an optimized OS is beneficial for stability and performance.