Over the course of God of War, Kratos will
collect mystical artifacts called Talismans, giving the antihero unique abilities, and these artifacts can often be equipped with collectible enchantments.
The Wii U version, with its streamlined end game where you have to
collect pieces of a
mystical artifact to finish the story and speedier sailing, is ideal for new players but the Gamecube original (and its attendant affordable hardware) is just as good.