The recent reveal of God of War: Laufey – a spin‑off centred on Kratos’ second wife, Faye (also known as Laufey) – has sparked a mixed reaction among fans. While some are intrigued by the prospect of exploring Norse mythology from a new perspective, others worried that the series might be moving away from its iconic protagonist. Sony Santa Monica has now moved to quell those fears: Kratos is not going anywhere.
A Spin‑Off, Not a Replacement
God of War: Laufey was unveiled to a somewhat divided audience. Set in the afterlife of the gods, the game follows Faye as she navigates realms and battles creatures, including a revamped version of the Egyptian goddess Sekhmet. The inclusion of Egyptian mythology led many to speculate that the series was pivoting away from Kratos entirely.
However, in an internal video, Santa Monica Studio’s creative director Cory Barlog sat down with Laufey game director Ariel Lawrence to clarify the studio’s long‑term vision. Barlog stated that Laufey is part of “the larger tapestry” of the mythologies, adding: “There’s always going to be Kratos games, like, throughout the whole history.” Lawrence echoed the sentiment, saying: “We can’t not tell stories about the big guy.”
The official Santa Monica Studio X account later posted: “Kratos is the God of War – we have many more stories to tell with him. For now, we’re excited to take fans on a journey into the afterlife of the gods with Faye and hope you’ll come along for the ride!
What Does This Mean for Kratos?
While God of War: Laufey is undeniably Faye’s game, Kratos will still have a presence. Early glimpses suggest he may appear as a guiding figure – perhaps a voice in the sky or a mentor role – rather than a playable protagonist. This has disappointed some fans eager to wield the Leviathan Axe again, but it is a necessary step to allow other characters to breathe.
As for Kratos’ next full adventure, speculation is rampant. Fans have proposed settings ranging from Egyptian mythology (already teased in Laufey) to Chinese or even a return to a reformed Greek pantheon. Given the post‑credit hints in God of War Ragnarök, Egyptian seems the most likely next stop. However, Sony Santa Monica is keeping its cards close to its chest. What is clear is that Kratos’ story is far from over.
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A Bright Future for the Franchise
The confirmation of more Kratos‑led games is a relief for those who feared the series was entering a new era without its central character. At the same time, God of War: Laufey offers a chance to expand the lore and flesh out a character who has only been glimpsed in murals and flashbacks. It is a win‑win: a spin‑off that enriches the world, and a promise that the Ghost of Sparta will eventually return to the forefront.
Until then, fans can look forward to God of War: Laufey – and rest assured that the big guy’s journey is far from finished.
God of War: Laufey has not yet received a release date. The next Kratos‑led game is in early planning stages.