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Santa Monica Studio has delayed the PlayStation 5 exclusive God of War Laufey by over three months. Originally scheduled to arrive on February 16, 2027, the action title will now launch on May 20, 2027. The developer announced the shift in a social media statement, explaining that it needs additional time to put finishing touches on the project and push it to its fullest potential. [1][2][3]
The spin-off marks the first entry in the franchise without Kratos as the main protagonist, though Santa Monica Studio says he will make occasional appearances and future games will connect to Laufey's storyline. Deborah Ann Woll reprises her role as Kratos' late wife, Faye, guiding players through an afterlife known as the Everywhen alongside gods from multiple mythologies while reintroducing the series' faster combat style. [1][2]
Despite early skepticism from critics regarding the departure from the series' traditional lead, the game reached the number two spot in pre-orders in most countries, trailing only GTA 6. The shift also distances the title from a crowded February 2027 release window featuring high-profile games such as Metro 2039, Persona 4 Revival, and the Fable reboot. [1][2]
God of War Laufey has been delayed. Sony Santa Monica's PS5 exclusive is now dodging the crowded month of February and will instead come out on 20th May, 2027.
via Eurogamer
God of War Laufey is going to be a spin-off in the rebooted God of War franchise, with Deborah Ann Woll reprising her role as Kratos’ late wife, Laufey. The game was scheduled for February 2027 but has now been delayed.
via Notebookcheck
God of War Laufey's release date is being delayed to May 20th, 2027, developer Santa Monica Studio announced today. It was set to launch on PlayStation 5 on February 16th. Here is Santa Monica Studio's full message about the delay: Since the reveal of God of War Laufey in June, we've been deeply grateful to…
via The Verge