How do you play God of War 2

use the left analog stick to move. press X to jump. press square to attack. press triangle to do super attack. press O to grab. use the right analog stick to roll. press L1 to block. press R1 to open boxes. Im sure you will learn more throughout the rest of the game. if you dont, press start then go to options, then enable the tutorial mode thingy. and you should learn more throughout the game.