Faye Takes the Spotlight: The Next God of War Game Could Change Everything

​There’s some big news floating around about Cory Barlog’s next game, and it’s hard to ignore. Push Square recently reported that Santa Monica Studio is working on a brand-new franchise within the God of War universe, and insider Nate the Hate has already dropped some juicy details for us to dive into.

According to the leak, the next God of War game will feature Faye as the main character. Yes, Faye—the wife of Kratos and mother of Atreus. If you remember, she’s the one whose ashes you carry to the highest peak in God of War 2018, and she also appears in God of War Ragnarok during a dream sequence.

The game is planned for release next year, with a first-half 2027 release date, subject to no delays. Nate the Hate says that the gameplay will have more action than in previous games, with faster-paced combat. Another leaker, Special Nick, says it might play more like Devil May Cry than the newest God of War games. That's a big change, which is why people have had such different reactions to this leak.

You start to see why insiders who’ve known for years about Barlog’s project, especially knowing it’s a Faye-centered game, have chosen to keep it under wraps.

There is always a lot of talk about leaks like this, and this one has definitely gone viral in the last 24 hours. A lot of people are really excited about the idea of a Faye game and can't wait to see what the new story will be about. Some people are more careful and wait for the official announcement before making a decision. And to be honest, that makes sense because no one knows what this game will look like yet.

Even so, it's a little sad to see the negative comments right away. People are saying things like "this sucks" and "no one wants this" all over the place, which seems unfair given what Cory Barlog and his team did with God of War 2018. He is the only person who is deserving of the benefit of the doubt. He has a good track record, but people seem quick to write off the project without even seeing a trailer or gameplay clip.

On the other hand, many people are really interested and excited to see an adventure that focuses on Faye.

The idea of getting to know her story better and maybe even controlling her in battle has excited many in the community. Some people are doubtful, but a lot of people are excited to see how this game will play out when it is officially announced by either Sony or Santa Monica.

Leaks like this always cause a lot of disagreement within the community, especially when it involves a franchise that people cherish. But one thing is clear: Cory Barlog has built up a lot of trust over the years, and this project could bring something new and exciting for God of War, and we could do with a breath of fresh air, in all honesty.

People will be talking about it for months, whether it's a fast-paced, action-packed journey or more like the old God of War games. We can only wait for the official announcement for now and see how far Santa Monica Studio is willing to go with Faye's story.