The new installment of the God of War series may be its most daring one. Recent leaks suggest that Sony Santa Monica might be gearing up to bring Kratos out of a single mythological pattern.
There are clues that even the new God of War game might possibly incorporate many mythologies in the same game. This would be a significant evolution of a franchise that has long concentrated on a single pantheon at a time.
God of War is Moving Into a Bigger, More Connected World
The God of War series has established its brand based on mythology since its release in 2005. It started with Greek gods and then changed to Norse mythology in the 2018 reboot and a sequel, God of War Ragnarok.
Currently, it has been reported that the next sequel may incorporate several mythologies, maybe even Egyptian, Japanese, or any other world mythology. This idea isn’t entirely new.
Cory Barlog, a creative director already in the process of creating the Norse saga, gave a hint that other mythologies exist in the same universe. What’s different this time is scale. The following game can actively explore other pantheons as opposed to teasing them.
According to IGN reports, with insider information and leaks, it seems that the mythologies will be the central focus of the upcoming sequel. Although there is not much information, the suggestion is rather obvious: the trip of Kratos cannot be limited only to one cultural environment. This could mean:
- Traveling between different mythological realms
- Facing gods from entirely different belief systems
- A broader narrative that connects multiple worlds
This would be in line with a trend towards Sony having an increasingly ambitious goal of extending the God of War universe to become more of a shared mythological ecosystem.
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Why This Could Change the Franchise
The Multiversal Future of God of War. Image Credit: MP1ST
Moving into multiple mythologies would fundamentally change how God of War games are designed. Previously, each era had a tight thematic focus on Greek Saga (Revenge and tragedy) and Norse Saga (Redemption and fatherhood).
A multi-mythology game would entail the following:
- More diversity in stories: There is a variety of themes, philosophies, and conflicts that are presented by various cultures.
- Increased gameplay diversity: New enemies, weaponry, and environments.
- Higher stakes: The world in which several pantheons can interact may be more unpredictable and dangerous.
It also opens the possibility of Kratos developing beyond a god-slayer who is bound to a single mythology.
What Mythologies Could Appear?
While nothing is confirmed, fan speculation and past hints point to a few likely candidates:
- Egyptian mythology – Long rumored and teased in earlier concept art
- Japanese mythology – Offers rich lore and visually distinct settings
- Celtic or Mayan mythology – Less explored in gaming, but full of storytelling potential
Each would bring new gods, creatures, and philosophical conflicts for Kratos to confront.
How This Fits Into the Franchise’s Future
Sony is evidently spending a lot on the God of War brand. On top of games, the franchise is developing TV, with an Amazon Prime series in the works and possible spin-offs. New releases also include God of War: Sons of Sparta, a 2026 prequel that revises the Greek mythology.
All this implies a bigger plan: make God of War an interconnected world that spans time, not a set of disconnected stories. If the leaks are anything to go by, a multi-mythology game would be an ideal fit.
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