The God of War franchise has always been defined by the epic journey of Kratos, but Santa Monica Studio is finally shifting the perspective. Following the massive success of the Norse saga, the next mainline entry, God of War Laufey, puts Faye—the mother of Atreus and the wife of Kratos—at the center of the story.

This highly anticipated title promises to bridge the gap between classic God of War speed and the deep, character-driven storytelling of the modern era. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming game.

A New Journey in the Everywhen

The narrative picks up in a poignant moment: directly following Faye’s funeral. However, death is not the end for a warrior of her caliber. She awakens in the Everywhen, a mysterious, ethereal realm described as the birthplace and final destination of all magic.

In this new domain, Faye discovers that the intricate plans she set in motion to protect Kratos and Atreus are crumbling. To safeguard her family, she must navigate an afterlife where deities from competing mythologies vie for control. The reveal trailer showcased intimidating figures like Sekhmet and Begtse, hinting that Faye is far from welcome in this otherworldly landscape.

A Fresh Take on Combat: Speed and Precision

While Faye does not wield the Blades of Chaos, Santa Monica Studio has ensured she is a formidable protagonist. Known as the Golden Hand of the Jötnar, Faye’s combat style is built for speed, mobility, and precision.

• Aerial Momentum: Players can move seamlessly between ground and aerial attacks, allowing for faster-paced encounters compared to the weighted style of Kratos.

• Soul Manipulation: Faye utilizes unique Giant magic to strike enemies with such intensity that their souls are separated from their bodies. These souls can then be manipulated, launched into other foes, or used to create devastating new combo opportunities.

• The Legendary Sword: Faye’s primary weapon in the God of War Laufey journey is a legendary blade that synergizes perfectly with her soul-based abilities.

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An All-Star Cast

Fans of God of War Ragnarök will be pleased to know that Deborah Ann Woll is reprising her role as Faye. She is joined by an intriguing cast of supporting characters, including:

• Phranque: A cosmic cube voiced by Jack Quaid, serving as a key ally during Faye’s traversal through the Everywhen.

• Rue: An enchanted ribbon guardian voiced by Perlina Lau.

When Can You Play?

As of the latest PlayStation State of Play presentation, Santa Monica Studio has not announced an official God of War Laufey release date. However, the development team has confirmed that the game is deep in production.

Fans eager to step into the boots of the Golden Hand of the Jötnar can already wishlist God of War Laufey on the PlayStation Store to stay updated on pre-order availability and launch news.

Stay tuned to our blog for more updates on this new God of War game as we track development news from Santa Monica Studios.