God of War Ragnarök
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Weekend Console Download Deals for July 24: PlayStation & Xbox Summer Sales continue
The PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale are ongoing, offering discounts on a wide range of titles for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo eShop also features deals, including a sale on Balatro for the Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games.
Kratos-skådisen i kommande tv-serien av God of War byts ut
The actor playing Kratos in the upcoming God of War television series, Ryan Hurst, has been replaced due to a severe biceps injury sustained during a stunt. Hurst, who also played Thor in God of War Ragnarök, will require up to a year for recovery, forcing the production to reshoot scenes filmed over the past five months. Production is expected to resume in October with a new actor in the role of Kratos.
God of War Laufey star Deborah Ann Woll isn't phased by the negative reactions to its announcement: 'I feel…
Actress Deborah Ann Woll, who voices Laufey in the upcoming God of War Laufey, is unfazed by negative online reactions to the game's female protagonist. Woll stated she is not bothered by the criticism, believing the game is good regardless of personal preference. The article also speculates on the game's potential PC release, given Sony's recent shift towards PlayStation exclusivity.
Amazon's God of War TV show will recast Kratos due to on-set injury
Amazon's upcoming God of War television series will recast the role of Kratos after actor Ryan Hurst suffered a bicep injury on set. Production was paused and will resume in mid-October with a new actor, requiring previously shot scenes to be redone. Hurst had previously gained 40 pounds of muscle for the role.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 17: Epic Games Summer Sale
The Epic Games Store is hosting its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem. Other storefronts like Steam, Humble Store, and Ubisoft are also offering various deals on PC games, including new releases and popular titles. Additionally, Amazon Luna is providing free games for subscribers.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 17: PlayStation Summer Sale & Xbox Ultimate Game Sale
This weekend offers significant discounts on PlayStation and Xbox digital libraries, with sales like the PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale. Notable deals include discounts on Elden Ring Nightreign, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and various first-party and third-party titles across both platforms. Nintendo also has a sale on the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection.
God Of War TV show needs to find a new Kratos after on-set injury
Ryan Hurst, who was cast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War TV series, has been forced to step down from the role due to a bicep injury sustained during a stunt. Production will halt to find a new actor and reshoot the completed episodes, with a potential recovery time of up to a year for Hurst. The series is still planned to film two seasons back-to-back, with a presumed 2027 release window.
God of War series to recast Kratos role following on-set injury
Amazon's live-action God of War series is facing a production delay and recasting of the Kratos role due to lead actor Ryan Hurst suffering a serious on-set bicep injury. Hurst, who also voiced Thor in God of War Ragnarök, will require 4-6 months of recovery, prompting producers to find a new actor to resume filming and avoid further delays.
God of War Live-Action Adaptation to Recast Kratos After Actor Suffers Major Injury
Amazon's live-action God of War series is facing production delays and a recast of Kratos due to a major injury sustained by lead actor Ryan Hurst. Hurst suffered a torn bicep during a stunt, requiring surgery and an estimated 4-6 month recovery, pushing his return to filming potentially into 2027. The production is currently on hiatus as a replacement actor is sought, though other cast members remain unchanged.
Sony Santa Monica confirms "God of War Laufey will be available on disc" despite PlayStation's war on…
Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that God of War Laufey will be released on physical disc, a significant detail given PlayStation's ongoing shift away from physical media and the trend of digital-only releases. This news is particularly relevant for collectors and suggests the game will launch on PlayStation 5 before the anticipated digital-only PlayStation 6.
Share of the Week: Portraits
PlayStation's Share of the Week highlighted community-submitted portraits from various games, including Horizon Zero Dawn, Cyberpunk 2077, and Red Dead Redemption 2. Players used #PSshare and #PSBlog to submit their creations, with the next theme being 'Sun' due July 15, 2026.
Save Up To 80% Off Digital Games In Fanatical’s Red Hot Sale
Fanatical's Red Hot Sale is offering discounts of up to 80% on over 10,000 digital games, with a free game or coupon for purchases over $15. The sale includes titles from the Resident Evil franchise, Stellar Blade, Silent Hill f, Pragmata, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Dave the Diver. Codes are redeemable via Steam and the sale runs until July 10.
Another self-own for Sony: Marvel Tōkon's PC version is unavailable in over 100 countries thanks to our old friend…
Sony's upcoming fighting game, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, has been region-restricted on Steam in 132 countries that lack PlayStation Network access. This follows similar controversial decisions with other PC ports like God of War Ragnarök and Ghost of Tsushima. The game is set to have an open beta on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24 to July 26.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account Requirement
The PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for multiplayer features. This situation mirrors the controversy faced by Helldivers 2, which was later reversed by Sony. Arc System Works is developing the fighting game, featuring Marvel characters with a 3D anime aesthetic.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is blocked in 132 countries due to Sony's controversial PSN linking requirement – but its Steam page is still visible
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is unavailable in 132 countries due to Sony's mandatory PlayStation Network linking requirement, similar to Helldivers 2. Despite the block, the game's Steam page remains accessible and purchasable in some of these regions, causing confusion among players. The fighting game, developed by Arc System Works, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
80% of single-player game sales are on PS5 over Xbox reveals combined data
New data indicates that single-player game sales on PlayStation 5 significantly outperform Xbox Series X/S, with 75%-80% of global launch sales occurring on Sony's console. This trend is attributed to higher PlayStation 5 unit sales and Xbox Game Pass potentially reducing individual game purchases. While Microsoft has disputed some figures, the console sales disparity suggests a substantial market advantage for PlayStation in the single-player space.
God of War 20th Anniversary Retrospective Hits New Low Price For Prime Day
A significant Prime Day discount is available on the God of War 20th Anniversary Retrospective Box Set, reducing its price from $200 to $91.63. The set, published by Dark Horse, chronicles two decades of the franchise's history, featuring artwork, interviews, and exclusive lithographs in its deluxe edition. A regular edition is also discounted to $67.
God of War Laufey is not a new idea, nor is the talking jelly cube - Cory Barlog was apparently discussing it back in 2018
Actress Deborah Ann Woll revealed that the concept for the standalone game God of War Laufey, starring Kratos' wife Faye, was pitched by Cory Barlog back in 2018. Woll, who reprises her role as Faye and also voices the character Phranque, has known about the project for nearly a decade. God of War Laufey is in development exclusively for PlayStation 5, with a potential 2027 release target.
God of War Laufey Lead Actress Says Its “Just The Beginning of A Step” Into An “Untapped Universe”
Actress Deborah Ann Woll, who plays Faye in God of War Ragnarök, suggests that her character's story is "just the beginning of a step" into a larger, untapped universe within the franchise. This narrative runs parallel to the 2018 God of War game, and Woll's comments imply potential for further exploration of Faye's journey and the God of War universe.
