God of War 2 is an action-adventure game developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. Released in 2007 for the PlayStation 2, it's the sequel to God of War and the second main installment in the God of War series. The game is set in ancient Greece, following Kratos as he attempts to overthrow Mount Olympus. The game received critical acclaim for its engaging storyline, intense combat, and improved graphics over its predecessor.