God of War Spinoff Rumors Grow Ahead of State of Play

Rumors of a new God of War spinoff have intensified ahead of Sony's State of Play presentation on February 12, 2026, with insiders suggesting the title could launch on multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2.

The anticipated game is described as a 2.5D Metroidvania-style project set in ancient Greece, serving as a prequel focused on a younger Kratos and his origins before ascending to godhood. It would mark a departure from the series' recent action-adventure entries, incorporating side-scrolling exploration and combat mechanics reminiscent of titles like Blasphemous or Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Development is reportedly led by Santa Monica Studio, the franchise's primary developer, with support from Mega Cat Studios, known for adaptations such as Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit. The project also features the return of Deimos, Kratos' brother from earlier games like God of War: Ghost of Sparta.

These details emerged from leaks dating back to mid-2025, when journalists and insiders first reported the spinoff's existence. Initial speculation pointed to a 2025 release tied to the franchise's 20th anniversary, but subsequent updates indicated a delay to...