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5 State of Play announcements that stole the stream
Sony's State of Play event showcased several new game announcements and gameplay reveals. Highlights included new footage of Marvel's Wolverine, the stylish multiplayer game Kemuri, the horror sequel Until Dawn 2, the revival of Stuntman: Hollywood, and a new God of War title focusing on Laufey.
Sony State of Play June 2026: Everything Announced!
Sony's June 2026 State of Play presentation showcased numerous upcoming titles for the PlayStation 5, including Marvel's Wolverine, Rayman Legends Retold, and God of War Laufey. The nearly hour-long showcase featured new trailers and gameplay reveals for games like Dune: Awakening and Silent Hill: Townfall, with several titles receiving specific release dates in 2026 and 2027.
God of War: Laufey Announced, a New Story Where Faye Fights Through the Afterlife
Sony Santa Monica Studio announced God of War: Laufey, a new prequel story for PlayStation 5 where Faye, Kratos's wife, fights through the afterlife. The game explores a realm inspired by Asian and Egyptian mythology, featuring Faye wielding a sword and encountering mythological figures. Deborah Ann Woll reprises her role as Faye.
God of War Laufey Revealed at State of Play
Sony revealed God of War Laufey, the next installment in the God of War series, during its State of Play showcase. Developed by Sony Santa Monica, the game is set to be a PlayStation 5 exclusive.
God of War Laufey lets you play as Kratos’ dead wife
Sony Santa Monica has revealed God of War Laufey, a new chapter in the God of War saga that allows players to control Kratos' deceased wife, Faye. The game begins with Faye's spirit awakening in an unknown afterlife, where she must battle various creatures and confront deities from different mythologies, including Sekmet from the Egyptian pantheon. Players will utilize Faye's unique ribbon-based combat abilities and experience the game's scale on the PlayStation 5.
New God of War game starring Kratos' wife Faye announced with 20 minutes of footage
Sony Santa Monica revealed a new God of War game starring Faye during the PlayStation State of Play. The 20-minute reveal showed Faye exploring ruins and fighting monsters in another realm after her apparent cremation at the start of God of War (2018). The game appears to shift focus to Kratos' wife and Atreus' mother.
PlayStation State Of Play June 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
Sony's upcoming State of Play livestream on June 2 will feature over an hour of updates and reveals from its first-party and third-party partners. The broadcast will begin with Marvel's Wolverine and is expected to showcase titles like Horizon: Hunters Gathering, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and potentially Grand Theft Auto 6, given Sony's marketing deal with Rockstar Games.
Next God of War Features Multiple Mythologies — Report
A report suggests that the next God of War game from Sony Santa Monica will feature multiple mythologies. This indicates a potential expansion of the game's lore beyond Norse mythology.
Kratos actor T.C. Carson says Sony Santa Monica "realized that they let me go prematurely"
T.C. Carson, the original voice actor for Kratos, stated that Sony Santa Monica contacted him about reprising his role for a planned God of War Greek remake trilogy. Carson believes the studio realized they let him go too soon.
Kratos actor T.C. Carson says Sony Santa Monica ″realized that they let me go prematurely″
Voice actor T.C. Carson, known for his role as Kratos, believes Sony Santa Monica parted ways with him prematurely. The discussion also touches on the unique experiences Japanese developers bring to the industry and the importance of not imposing Western sensibilities on their creative processes.
God of War Greek trilogy's Kratos actor T.C. Carson says Sony Santa Monica "realized that they let me go prematurely," but "they came back" to him for the remake
T.C. Carson, the original voice actor for Kratos in the God of War Greek trilogy, has confirmed his return for the upcoming remake trilogy. Carson stated that Sony Santa Monica realized they had let him go prematurely and approached him to reprise the role. Christopher Judge, who voiced Kratos in the Norse saga, will not be involved in the Greek trilogy remakes.
Super Meat Boy Flops into 3D: A Dimension Too Far... | TAG
Several gaming updates are covered, including the "fine" but uninspired port of Kena: Bridge of Spirits to Nintendo Switch 2, speculation surrounding a God of War Trilogy Remake by Sony Santa Monica, and a critical review of Super Meat Boy 3D's transition to 3D platforming. The article also highlights a sale on the Lovecraftian TTRPG Trail of Cthulhu, financial dealings related to a potential EA buyout, the upcoming Truxton Extreme shoot 'em up, and Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase featuring Gears of War: E-Day.
God Of War Trilogy Remake Release Date Speculation, Trailers, And Everything Else We Know
Sony has announced a remake of the original God of War trilogy, which includes God of War, God of War 2, and God of War 3. TC Carson will reprise his role as Kratos, having last voiced the character in God of War: Ascension. The remake is in early development by Sony Santa Monica, with no release date or specific platforms confirmed beyond a likely PlayStation 5 release.
ALANAH PEARCE LAUNCHES CHARRED PICTURES, A CREATOR-FIRST PRODUCTION COMPANY FOCUSED ON VIDEO GAME ADAPTATIONS FOR FILM AND TELEVISION
Creator Alanah Pearce has launched Charred Pictures, a new production company focused on adapting video game intellectual property for film and television. The company aims to collaborate closely with original developers to maintain authenticity and creative vision. Initial projects include adaptations of the upcoming horror game "Dead Take" and the survival horror trilogy "Faith: The Unholy Trinity."
Former God of War dev thinks "the plan was to do Egyptian at some point," but Sony Santa Monica went with Norse mythology for the reboot as it was "familiar but not familiar"
Original God of War programmer Tim Moss confirmed that Sony Santa Monica considered using Egyptian mythology for the 2018 reboot before opting for Norse mythology. Unused assets from God of War Ragnarok also hinted at a potential Egyptian direction for the series.
OG God of War devs didn't expect the PS2 classic to take 4 years to make, but they "didn't know any better" and "crunched like motherf***ers"
Original God of War developers at Sony Santa Monica Studio did not anticipate the PS2 classic would take four years to complete, admitting to intense crunch periods due to youth and enthusiasm. While crunch is now largely discouraged, the article reflects on the extended development times of early titles compared to modern games and the ongoing discussion about work-life balance in the industry.
Sony Is Still Updating the PS3, Nearly 20 Years Later
Alanah Pearce, a former writer at Sony Santa Monica who worked on God of War Ragnarök, has commented on the sex minigames present in the earlier God of War titles. She provided further details regarding their inclusion in the series.
God of War: Sons of Sparta Review – Kratos’ Most Forgettable Adventure
God of War: Sons of Sparta is a retro-inspired Metroidvania prequel that struggles to capture the series' signature spectacle and brutality. While competently made by Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica, the game features a forgettable Kratos and a lack of bombastic combat, earning it a 3 out of 5 rating. The pixel art and soundtrack are highlights, but the overall experience is deemed unremarkable.
Alanah Addresses God of War's Sex Scenes
Former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce has discussed the sex minigames featured in the earlier God of War titles. Pearce, who worked on God of War Ragnarök, provided insights into the inclusion of such content in the series.
Alanah Addresses God of War's Sex Scenes
Players are discussing the direction of Sony Santa Monica's upcoming projects, with some expressing confusion over a potential God of War prequel while director Corey Barlog works on a separate, unannounced title. Concerns are raised about Sony's reliance on established franchises versus developing new intellectual property.
