God of War Laufey Finally Has a Release Date, and There’s some Good News for Kratos Fans Too
Santa Monica Studio says the Faye-led game will ship on disc and will set up the next Kratos chapter.
- Santa Monica Studio confirmed at San Diego Comic-Con that God of War Laufey will launch on February 16, 2027 for PlayStation 5. The announcement establishes a clear release window for fans planning to purchase the title.
- Set in the same time period as the 2018 God of War reboot, the game follows Kratos' wife, Faye, as she explores the afterlife known as the Everywhen. She fights to protect Kratos and Atreus.
- Creative head Cory Barlog revealed the project will "set up and expand what comes next" for the franchise. He clarified that mainline God of War games featuring Kratos will continue throughout the series' history.
- Actress Deborah Ann Woll expressed she is "totally unbothered" by fan backlash regarding Kratos' absence. She told fans at a convention that she remains confident in the game's quality.
- Collectors can expect the title to ship on physical discs, providing reassurance following Sony's announcement to stop offering discs for new PlayStation games starting in 2028. This secures a window for fans seeking hard copies.
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