More hints, because im trailing behind now. Adulting is difficult.
#42:
Hint: In this non-God of War game, you can fight Kratos as a secret/optional boss.
Hint 2: The main character's weapon is the very first word of the game's title.
#39:
Hint: In this PS1 game at times you play segments as the main villain, who happens to be "the other half" of the main protagonist. Two parts of a whole, lets say.
Hint 2: This is the 4th entry of this awesome, but sadly defunct, franchise.
#38:
Hint: Primary colors become precious metals in this sequel games.
#37:
Hint: I learned what the word "Lacrimosa" means because of this game.
#36:
Hint: This lovely SNES classic RPG got a remake last year. It was... good enough I guess.