Next God of War May Expand Beyond Norse and Greek Roots With Multiple Mythologies
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
A new report suggests the next God of War game will serve as a prequel starring Faye and explore multiple new mythologies, including East-Asian and Mayan pantheons.
According to a recent report by MP1st, Sony's next entry in the God of War franchise could finally blow the doors off the series' universe by exploring multiple new pantheons. The upcoming unannounced title reportedly plans to incorporate elements from Chinese and Japanese mythologies, alongside potential nods to Mayan lore. Industry insiders also suggest that the game will function as a prequel starring Kratos' late wife Faye as the main playable character, aligning with previous claims from prominent leakers that the series might pivot toward a faster action focus compared to the deliberate pacing of the recent Norse saga.
While details this early in development always demand a healthy dose of skepticism, the reported inclusion of unexpected elements like a gelatinous companion cube and a talking sword named Merlin points to a narrative taking some wild creative swings. Development cycles are notoriously volatile, and studios often test various concepts before locking down a final scope. Still, if these rumors hold any weight, Santa Monica Studio is looking to drastically expand the geographical and cultural scope of a franchise that has largely remained anchored to specific regional mythologies for two decades.
Players might not have to wait too much longer for concrete details, as rumors point toward a potential official reveal later this month. Meanwhile, the franchise is expanding across other mediums as well, with Amazon pushing forward on its live action television adaptation. With a production team that includes veteran showrunner Ronald D. Moore and director Frederick E.O. Toye, alongside recent casting reveals like Sonya Walger as Freya, the God of War brand is gearing up to dominate both screens and streaming feeds in the near future.
For more details on the original report, you can read the full breakdown over at Eurogamer.
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Original article: Eurogamer