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Kratos voice actor gives some hope for fans of ‘adult’ mini-games in upcoming God of War remakes
TC Carson, the original voice actor for Kratos, has hinted that the adult mini-games featured in the initial God of War trilogy may be included in the upcoming remakes. While not a direct confirmation, Carson expressed optimism that these controversial scenes, known for their suggestive content and Quick Time Events, would be retained. The article discusses the nature of these mini-games within the context of Greek mythology and the potential for their inclusion in modern game development.
PlayStation Studios Quietly Removes PC References From Website
PlayStation Studios has removed nearly all references to PC gaming from its official websites, causing concern among PC players about Sony's commitment to the platform. This move follows the release of several PlayStation exclusives on PC, such as God of War and Horizon Zero Dawn, and raises questions about future PC ports and Sony's overall platform strategy.
Warren Spector’s Thick as Thieves Drops PvPvE for Co-op Focus
Warren Spector's upcoming stealth game, Thick as Thieves, has shifted its development focus from PvPvE multiplayer to a co-op and singleplayer experience. This pivot aims to recapture the essence of classic stealth games like Thief, with the development team at OtherSide Entertainment believing this direction better suits the genre and player expectations. While the original PvPvE concept was intriguing, the team is now prioritizing a more traditional stealth experience that can be enjoyed with a friend or alone.
Jason Blundell announces his new-new studio, Magic Fractal
Jason Blundell, formerly of Activision Blizzard's Call of Duty: Black Ops series, has announced the formation of his new studio, Magic Fractal Studios. This marks Blundell's third studio since leaving Activision in 2020, following the closures of Deviation Games and Dark Outlaw Games. Little is known about Magic Fractal's projects, but it is confirmed not to be a live-service game.
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.
'They Realised They Let Me Go Prematurely': God of War's OG Kratos Talks About Reprising His Role
Voice actor TC Carson, who originally voiced Kratos in the Greek God of War games, has returned to the role for upcoming projects, including remakes of the Greek trilogy. Carson joked that Santa Monica Studio realized they let him go prematurely, and discussed a conversation with director Eric Williams that led to his return. Christopher Judge, who voiced Kratos in the Norse saga, and Carson have expressed mutual respect for each other's work.
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.
Fans Reckon PS Studios Website Adjustments Hint at Sony's Move Away from PC
Fans are interpreting recent changes to the PlayStation Studios website as evidence that Sony is shifting away from PC game development. Descriptions for studios like Valkyrie Entertainment have removed mentions of PC support, focusing solely on PlayStation exclusive titles. While Nixxes Software's description still mentions PC ports, the overall trend suggests a potential move back towards a console-centric strategy.
Sony’s PC Gaming Strategy Generates $300M Revenue Over Three Years
Sony has generated $300 million in net revenue from PC games between 2021 and 2023, demonstrating the success of their strategy to bring PlayStation exclusives to the PC platform. This financial success validates their expansion beyond consoles, though some fans express concern about potential impacts on PlayStation console sales and the timing of PC releases.
Poll: Do You Think PS5 Can Outsell PS4 with Its New Price Point?
This article discusses whether the PlayStation 5 can ultimately outsell the PlayStation 4, considering its increased price point and global economic challenges. Despite strong upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Marvel's Wolverine, the PS5's higher cost makes its sales trajectory uncertain compared to the PS4's historical performance.
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.
God of War Trilogy Remake Actor Says He Was “Let Go Prematurely”
Voice actor T.C. Carson, who is reprising his role as Kratos in the upcoming God of War Trilogy Remake, stated that he was "let go prematurely" by the developers. Carson had a conversation with director Eric Williams, who explained the studio's plans, leading to Carson's return. The remake is in early development by Santa Monica Studio with no release date announced.
God of War Sons of Sparta (PS5) Review | VGChartz
This review of God of War Sons of Sparta for PlayStation 5 criticizes its unfocused design, pacing issues, and unengaging controls, ultimately deeming it a confusing narrative with apathetic character development. The game fails to deliver a compelling God of War adventure.
God of War Sons of Sparta (PS5) Review | VGChartz
This review of God of War Sons of Sparta for PlayStation 5 criticizes its unfocused design, pacing issues, and unengaging controls, ultimately deeming it a confusing narrative. The article suggests that Kratos's character arc in this installment fails to elicit interest, and even the divine elements struggle to hold attention.
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.
I'm unsure how much of a detective game Artificial Detective will be, but I enjoyed the bit in the trailer when your character attacks a robot with a massive drill
Artificial Detective is a new action-adventure game from Vivix, a studio founded by former developers of Dead Space and Control. Players will control a robotic detective in a futuristic city where humanity has vanished and robots rule. The game is set to release next year and will feature action-heavy gameplay with potential detective elements.
God of War's pale hero Kratos is covered in ash because a lead dev saw unfinished concept art on white paper and…
The distinctive ash-covered appearance of Kratos in the God of War series originated from early concept art. Lead environment artist Stig Asmussen revealed that the initial designs were drawn on white paper, leading to the iconic pale, ash-covered look that became a permanent fixture.
The 10 greatest male video game heroes of all-time - Reader's Feature
A reader's personal list ranks the top 10 male video game heroes, featuring iconic characters like Kratos from God of War, Link from The Legend of Zelda, and Master Chief from Halo. The list highlights characters known for their development, bravery, and impact on gaming history.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The God of War franchise is getting a live-action series with Sonya Walger cast as Freya. Additionally, Glen Powell will voice Fox McCloud in an upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie. These developments highlight ongoing crossover and adaptation trends in the gaming industry.
James Marsden Spills X-Men Secrets, and Servers Go Flyi... | TAG
This gaming news roundup covers several topics including a discount on a Tomtoc Nintendo Switch 2 carrying case, Crimson Desert potentially coming to Switch 2 with some compromises, and Sonya Walger cast as Freya in Amazon's God of War series. It also touches on James Marsden's X-Men line, a server rack tossing competition, rumored 2026 game releases, an unofficial browser port of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, free mobile games from Epic Games Store, a Silent Hill F DLC for Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Dispatch coming to Xbox, and Saros being made easier than Returnal based on player feedback. Finally, it notes Netflix's recent price increase.
