Mythology
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First look at God of War Laufey
Santa Monica Studio has revealed God of War Laufey, a new mainline entry in the series focusing on Kratos's wife, Faye. The game will explore Faye's journey through the afterlife, known as the Everywhen, where she must battle various gods and creatures. It will feature intimate, brutal combat with Faye wielding a legendary sword and utilizing soul manipulation abilities, and is coming soon to PlayStation 5.
Pick your favourite Greek god and build a metropolis in their name in the strategy city-builder Theos: Cities of Myth
Theos: Cities of Myth is an upcoming city-builder strategy game where players choose a Greek god to worship and build a metropolis in their name. Players must balance the needs of their chosen deity with the desires of their citizens, managing resources, building infrastructure, and engaging in diplomacy or warfare with other cities. The game is available to wishlist on Steam, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Theos: Cities of Myth is another classical city builder from Pharaoh: A New Era’s devs
Dotemu and Triskell Interactive have announced Theos: Cities of Myth, a new city building and management game set in ancient Greece. Releasing later this year for PC, the game is a spiritual successor to Pharaoh: A New Era and features cities dedicated to specific Greek deities. Players will need to manage citizens' needs, produce goods, and can recruit armies for defense or conquest.
Theos: Cities of Myth Preview – A Modern Revival of Classic City Builders
Theos: Cities of Myth is a colorful city-building game that revives classic mechanics from vintage PC titles set in mythological Greece. Developed by the creators of Pharaoh: A New Era, it challenges players to build cities, manage resources, and satisfy the needs of citizens and gods.
Greek Pantheon-themed strategic city builder Theos: Cities of Myth announced for PC
Publisher Dotemu and developer Triskell Interactive have announced Theos: Cities of Myth, a strategic city builder with a Greek Pantheon theme. The game is set to be released for PC.
Uber Promising PS5 Action Game 'Tides of Annihilation' to Be Playable This Year
Eclipse Glow Games has announced that its action game Tides of Annihilation will be playable later this year, with more details to follow. The Chinese developer aims to showcase the game's technical performance and unique blend of Chinese art style with British mythology. Partnerships with Epic Games, Nvidia, and Tencent are confirmed to aid in optimization.
Crystal Saga Nova Officially Launches on R2Games, Mobile Versions Coming Soon
Crystal Saga Nova, a fantasy MMORPG inspired by Greek and Roman mythology, has officially launched worldwide on R2Games for PC. The game features enhanced visuals and gameplay thanks to Unity3D technology. Mobile versions for Android and iOS are currently in development and will be released in the future.
BAHAMUT AND THE WAQWAQ TREE Brings Arabian Mythology To Xbox And PlayStation
Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree, a 2D adventure game inspired by Arabian mythology, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation consoles. Previously available on PC and Nintendo Switch, the game developed by Starvania Studio and published by Soft Source Pte Ltd focuses on exploration, ancient mysteries, and restoring light to a corrupted underwater world.
Versebound – Mixing Mythology And Survivor Chaos
Versebound is a new dark fantasy survivor-like game inspired by Finnish mythology, developed by Conifer Digital and published by Silesia Games. Available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, it blends survivor combat with roguelite progression and challenging boss battles, offering a moody atmosphere and unique folklore-inspired worldbuilding.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Debuts A Bold Official Trailer
Director Christopher Nolan has released the official trailer for his upcoming film adaptation of the Greek epic, The Odyssey. The movie, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, blends myth with political intrigue and action, and is set to premiere on July 17th, 2026. Nolan also shared a personal anecdote about naming his IMAX camera after Geoff Keighley's late father.
"Mythology, by its nature, is told and retold": Hades 2 dev on changing its controversial ending
Supergiant Games creative director Greg Kasavin discussed the decision to change the ending of Hades 2 after its 1.0 launch due to player feedback. He explained the process of iterating on the story to improve the experience without compromising the game's core vision, drawing parallels to how mythology is retold.
Bylina RPG Brings Slavic Folklore to Steam with Mythical Creatures and Ancient Legends
Digital Vortex Entertainment has released Bylina on Steam, an RPG inspired by Slavic folklore featuring mythical creatures and ancient legends. The game aims to offer an authentic experience distinct from typical fantasy tropes, drawing on lesser-explored mythological elements. This release highlights a growing trend of developers incorporating diverse cultural mythologies into gaming.
They weren't "distributed on Steam," but Hades 2 lead who oversaw that true ending change says myths are…
Greg Kasavin, creative director at Supergiant Games, discussed how player feedback led to changes in Hades 2's true ending, a decision fitting for a game based on mythology. He explained that the iterative nature of myths mirrors the game's themes of second chances and storytelling, making the adjustments feel organic to the narrative.
100+ Cute Vulpix Nicknames (Elegant, Cool, and Fire-Inspired Ideas)
This guide provides over 100 nickname ideas for Vulpix and its evolution, Ninetales, drawing inspiration from their Fire-type and fox-like nature, mythology, elegance, and even Alolan Vulpix's icy form. It offers considerations for choosing a name that fits the Pokémon's personality, appearance, and evolutionary line, with categories including fire-based, mythology-based, cute, male, and female names.
Shadow of the Road Gets a New Story Overview Trailer
Another Angle Games and Owlcat Games released a new story overview trailer for their tactical RPG, Shadow of the Road, which is set in an alternate 19th-century Japan featuring mechs and mythology. A demo is now available on PC via Steam, with the full game expected to launch later in 2026.
Hades II English Voice Cast Spotlight Video Released
Supergiant Games released a video highlighting the English voice cast for Hades II, featuring actors discussing their roles. The video showcases actors like Ben Starr as Prometheus, Amelia Tyler as Hecate, and Judy Alice Lee as Melinoë. Hades II is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Rumor Mill
A report suggests that the next installment in the God of War series will incorporate multiple mythologies. Further details about the specific mythologies and their integration into the game have not yet been revealed.
Hades II Accolades Trailer Proves Supergiant’s Storytelling Magic Strikes Twice
Supergiant Games has released an accolades trailer for Hades II, highlighting critical praise for its storytelling and narrative ambition. The trailer emphasizes how the sequel expands upon the original's mythological themes and character depth, suggesting a strong potential for a successful console launch following its early access period.
Next God of War game will reportedly feature dual protagonists exploring Chinese and Japanese mythologies
Rumors suggest the next God of War game will feature dual protagonists, Faye and Tyr, exploring Chinese and Japanese mythologies, with Kratos also making an appearance. The game is reportedly being developed by Santa Monica Studio and may be announced soon.
The Next God of War Game Will Feature Chinese and Japanese Mythology Elements
Rumors suggest the next God of War game will incorporate elements from Chinese, Japanese, and potentially Mayan mythologies, deviating from its Norse setting. Insider reports also indicate Faye may be the protagonist, with a greater focus on action and a potential reveal this year for a 2027 release.
