Ghost of Sparta is an impressive technical achievement that is almost indistinguishable from its PlayStation 2 brothers, but that authenticity comes with a few drawbacks.

And sharp controls push Kratos' unrelenting rage to the forefront so you can focus on tearing the minions who dare oppose you limb from bloody limb. Incredible visuals ensure the mythical locations you venture to continually amaze with their strong sense of place and varied artistic design.

God of War: Ghost of Sparta doesn't let the diminutive hardware it resides on get in the way of delivering the breathtaking sense of scale for which the series is known. The word 'epic' gets thrown around an awful lot, but it's rare that a portable game is worthy of such a lofty distinction.