It’s not one of the most compelling stories in video game history, but it sure is one heck of a thrill-ride. Compelling characters and convincing outcomes – fused with constant fast-paced fights – made God of War an instant favorite. And before you play God of War II you won’t want to miss what made the original so darn fantastic.

GameTrailers has a sweet recap of God of War...leading up to the well hyped, and super-cool sequel. From Kratos’ days as a mortal warrior to his rise to the status of a god, the recap lets you in on everything you might have missed while sleep-playing through the original GoW. And if you still don’t want to play God of War II after seeing this, I’m sorry to say that warrior in you has officially died to Tinkle.