- Santa Monica Studio head of creative Cory Barlog has announced that the next Kratos-led God of War game is coming after God of War Laufey, and connects directly to her story.
- The confirmation comes from the God of War Laufey panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, which revealed a release date of February 16, 2027.
- During the panel, Barlog expressed a desire to see an extension and expansion of the world where the characters we meet are unexpected.
- God of War Laufey is set to launch on February 16, 2027, alongside other major game releases.
- Barlog stated that everything being done in the Faye game is a continuation of what came before and aims to set up and expand what comes next.
- In June, Barlog discussed Kratos' future, asserting that there's always going to be Kratos games, a sentiment echoed by Santa Monica Studio's official social media account.
- God of War Laufey aims to explore and possibly resolve some of the series' biggest existing mysteries since the 2018 reboot.
Santa Monica Studio revealed at the San Diego Comic-Con 2026 that the next Kratos-led God of War game will follow *God of War Laufey*, set to launch on February 16, 2027. This new installment will connect directly to Laufey's story, expanding the franchise's narrative depth.1247
During the panel, Cory Barlog, head of creative at Santa Monica Studio, emphasized the importance of character development, stating, "Everything we are doing in the Faye game is a continuation of what came before and to set up and expand what comes next." He expressed excitement about exploring unexpected character dynamics, hinting at a rich narrative tapestry.5
The upcoming game will delve into the afterlife of the gods, where Laufey, Kratos' wife, awakens in a strange land after her death. She must navigate the Everywhen, a realm filled with ruthless gods and dangerous magic, to protect her loved ones.
Barlog also confirmed that there is already a second Kratos-led game in development, which will tie directly into Laufey's story. He stated, "Kratos is the God of War – we have many more stories to tell with him." This announcement has generated significant excitement among fans, as the franchise continues to evolve and expand its mythological universe.
With *God of War Laufey* set to explore long-standing mysteries from the series, players can expect a thrilling journey that intertwines the past and future of Kratos and his family.
“God of War Laufey launches February 16, 2027, and will see Deborah Ann Woll voice Faye in the exploration of the Everywhen afterlife. Cory Barlog explained that the new Kratos game is part of a larger tapestry, with Santa Monica Studio confirming 'many more stories to tell with him.'”
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