Cory Barlog has officially ruled out any final chapter for Kratos, confirming that new God of War titles starring the Spartan will follow the upcoming Laufey project.
Barlog’s interview clarifies Kratos’ ongoing role
In a sit‑down with Ariel Lawrence, the director of the God of War Laufey game, Santa Monica’s head of creative emphasized that Kratos remains a central figure in the franchise’s long‑term narrative. He noted that while Faye will lead the next standalone story, the series “will always have Kratos games throughout the whole history,” underscoring the character’s permanence.
Faye‑led title scheduled for 2028, Kratos’ timeline untouched
The announced God of War Laufey game focuses on the goddess Faye, shifting the immediate spotlight away from Kratos. No release window has been set, but internal estimates place the launch around 2028. Despite speculation about a potential Egyptian‑themed sequel, Barlog declined to disclose Kratos’ next mythological setting, indicating that details will surface only after Laufey’s debut.
Future Kratos entries will be revealed post‑Laufey
Santa Monica is expected to unveil the next Kratos‑centric installment after the Laufey title becomes public. Until then, fans can consider the confirmation of additional Kratos games as a definitive answer to lingering doubts sparked by the Faye announcement.
With the studio’s roadmap now confirming Kratos’ continued presence, the franchise’s next chapters are poised to expand the saga rather than conclude it.
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