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God of War: Ghost of Sparta

Review · Action · PlayStation 3 · PSP

God of War: Ghost of Sparta

Reviewed: 04 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · PSP

Ready at Dawn Studios · 2010

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

51 /100

God of War: Ghost of Sparta is an action-adventure game that builds hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and problem solving, with graphic violence and mature themes.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 39 · R 25
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

39

Risk (RIS)

25

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.65

God of War: Ghost of Sparta offers an engaging single-player action-adventure experience rooted in Greek mythology. Players develop problem-solving, strategic thinking, and motor skills through challenging combat and environmental puzzles. The rich narrative explores themes of power, destiny, and Kratos's personal struggles, providing a compelling story.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features intense, graphic violence and mature themes, consistent with its M-rating. While free from modern monetization and social risks, the content may be unsuitable for younger audiences.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.67
R4.3Language
0.67
R4.4Substance References
0.33
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.67

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is God of War: Ghost of Sparta safe for kids?

Ludograph gives God of War: Ghost of Sparta a rating of 51/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is God of War: Ghost of Sparta appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for God of War: Ghost of Sparta, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play God of War: Ghost of Sparta?

We don't publish a daily session budget for God of War: Ghost of Sparta: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of God of War: Ghost of Sparta?

The game features intense, graphic violence and mature themes, consistent with its M-rating. While free from modern monetization and social risks, the content may be unsuitable for younger audiences.