Sony announced that God of War Laufey will release exclusively on PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027 [1, 2, 3, 4]. This marks the next chapter in the God of War saga, featuring Faye, also known as Laufey and the wife of Kratos, as the protagonist exploring the afterlife of the gods [1, 2, 4]. Actress Deborah Ann Woll will portray Faye, while Jack Quaid will voice Phranque, a cosmic cube companion who accompanies her [1, 2].
The game introduces faster-paced combat compared to recent God of War entries, aiming for a more dynamic experience [1]. It is also the first title in the series to feature gods from mythologies beyond Greek and Norse traditions [1]. Cory Barlog, a key figure behind the game, explained the creative direction saying, "I wanted to show an extension of this world where the characters you'll encounter are unexpected. Laufey is a continuation of what came before and to prepare and expand what comes next." [2]
Sony confirmed a physical disc release for God of War Laufey but announced no PC version is planned [2, 3]. This will be one of the final PlayStation games available on disc, as Sony plans to stop producing physical PlayStation discs starting January 2028 [2, 3].
Initial fan reactions to the game have praised its combat and visual design but expressed some concern over gameplay simplicity and the absence of Kratos as the lead character [3]. Deborah Ann Woll addressed the criticism directly, stating, "I’m totally unbothered by the backlash surrounding the upcoming game because I know it’s great." [2]
A new God of War game starring Kratos will follow God of War Laufey and will connect directly to its story arc, continuing the franchise narrative [1, 3, 4].
The release date and further details were first announced at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026, following gameplay footage shown during the PlayStation State of Play in late June 2026 [1, 2, 3, 4]. Sony’s scheduled end to physical disc production in January 2028 makes God of War Laufey one of the last major PS5 disc releases [2, 3].
