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This New God Of War Is A Real 'Mother' Of A Game

Originally posted on Total Apex Entertainment
By David Gilbert | Last updated Mar 2, 2026 6:13 PM ET

Rumors about the next project helmed by Santa Monica Studio’s Cory Barlog have been making the rounds since 2021, but a fresh influx of information suggests the project will be a new franchise set within the God of War universe. In a LinkedIn post that has since been deleted, but not before it was screenshotted and posted to the ResetEra forums, a former senior writer at Santa Monica spoke on the rumors.

Faye Steals The Spotlight In New God Of War

According to the writer, the development team had helped shape the narrative vision and creative direction for a new franchise within the God of War universe at Sony Santa Monica Studio. The LinkedIn leak has been backed up by other reliable sources and seems to fit with prior rumors about the project. Could this new venture actually expand the world of God of War in a meaningful way without relying on the ghost of Sparta himself?

Industry insider NateTheHate posted some information to X, saying that he’s heard that the game will be set in the God of War universe and will feature Faye as its protagonist. He also said that the game will have more of a focus on action than those in GoW’s Norse saga. Nate added that he expects the game to be announced this year, with a release following in the first half of next year. This timeline would fit with comments made by Kratos voice actor Christopher Judge, who recently said that Santa Monica Studio would be revealing its next game this summer.

God Of War Universe Goes Full MCU

The rumors also make sense of comments made by prominent industry reporter Jason Schreier, who said that Santa Monica’s next game is not a new IP, but it might feel like one. Schreier also recently reported that Sony wants to expand the GoW franchise into an MCU-like universe with sequels and spin-offs. Is anyone else picturing a lineup of interconnected stories all living under the banner of God of War?

While God of War fans wait for official confirmation on the next new game in the series, Santa Monica is also working on a remake of the original God of War trilogy. A live-action TV adaptation is also in the works with Amazon Prime Video, with production on the series now underway. This sudden flood of activity suggests Sony sees massive potential in treating God of War like a multimedia empire.

The idea of a Faye-led prequel holds a certain poetic weight, considering players only know her through the memories Kratos shares. Exploring her story would add a whole new layer to the emotional foundation of the modern God of War games. It would essentially serve as a prelude to the father-son journey everyone fell in love with. What kind of warrior steals the heart of the God of War, anyway?

God Of War’s New Direction Feels Like A New IP

Focusing the gameplay on Faye also opens up creative possibilities for the developers. She is a giant, after all, so her combat style would likely differ significantly from Kratos’s heavy-hitting approach. The rumored action focus could mean faster, more agile fights that distinguish this spin-off from its predecessors.

This approach ensures that every new entry in the God of War franchise feels distinct while still connected. It allows the series to grow horizontally instead of just vertically. A remake of the original trilogy, meanwhile, would let a whole new generation experience Kratos’s bloody origins. How many players today have actually swung the Blades of Chaos through the streets of Athens?

Sony Plans Sequels, Spin-Offs, And Remakes

The rumored MCU-style universe for God of War is an ambitious goal that could either pay off beautifully or crash and burn. On one hand, the mythology is rich enough to support dozens of stories about gods, monsters, and heroes. On the other hand, maintaining quality across multiple projects is notoriously difficult.

The key will be keeping each project focused on telling a good story first and building a universe second. If the Faye game captures even half the magic of the last two entries, fans are in for a treat. Does anyone else feel a sudden urge to revisit the Norse realms? Sony clearly recognizes that God of War represents one of its most valuable assets. The combination of a new spin-off, a trilogy remake, and a live-action series shows a company committed to keeping the franchise everywhere.

Prepare For A Summer Of God Of War News

Image of God of War Trilogy Remake, courtesy of PlayStation and Santa Monica Studios

The summer cannot arrive soon enough for those hoping to see what Barlog and his team have cooking. A reveal this year with a release next year would mean players might explore Faye’s story sooner rather than later. The wait for any news about God of War always feels like an eternity, but the payoff is usually worth it. Patience remains a virtue, even for those who have slain countless monsters in the name of revenge and redemption. These rumors paint a picture of a franchise that refuses to rest on its laurels.

Expanding the world of God of War through new perspectives feels like a natural evolution. Faye deserves her moment in the spotlight, and fans deserve to understand the woman who softened the God of War. The original games deserve their chance to shine on modern hardware as well. Everything seems to be aligning for a massive year for the series. After all, who would have thought the God of War would ever need a universe to contain him?

This article first appeared on Total Apex Entertainment and was syndicated with permission.

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