In 2026, the God of War franchise is entering a transformative period as Santa Monica Studio expands the universe beyond the Norse saga. While God of War Ragnarök continues to receive minor support, the industry’s focus has shifted toward major leaks regarding a Greek-themed spin-off and the early development of a mainline sequel.
1. The Leaked 2026 Roadmap
Recent reports from reliable insiders suggest that 2026 will be a pivotal year for Kratos, with multiple projects currently in development.
- God of War: Side-Story (2026): Rumors indicate a standalone project similar in scale to Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales is slated for release in late 2026.
- A Return to Greece: This spin-off is reportedly set in Ancient Greece and may feature a younger version of Kratos.
- Metroidvania Spin-Off: Some leaks point to a smaller-scale 2D or 2.5D "Metroidvania-style" game, possibly featuring Deimos, Kratos’ brother.
- Remastered Collection: While a full remake is not confirmed, insiders continue to hint at a remastered collection of the original Greek trilogy being pushed into the 2026 window.
2. God of War 6: The Egyptian Setting
The most significant leak for the future of the mainline series involves a total shift in mythology.
- New Weaponry: Leaks suggest Kratos will wield an Egyptian Khopesh (a curved sword) in the next major title, replacing or supplementing the Leviathan Axe.
- Setting: Multiple credible insiders have reported that the next trilogy will be set in Egyptian Mythology.
- Platform: This title is expected to be a cross-generational release for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 6.
3. Latest Ragnarök Updates (2025–2026)
While no further story DLC has been announced since the Valhalla epilogue, smaller updates continue to keep the community active.
- Dark Odyssey Cosmetic Update: A recent update introduced the "Dark Odyssey" skin, a nostalgic cosmetic for Kratos.
- Afeela 1 Integration: Announced at CES 2026, Sony’s new electric vehicle, the Afeela 1, will feature custom God of War Ragnarök digital dashboard themes and sound effects when it launches in late 2026.
- PC Support: The PC port remains a focus for technical patches, ensuring parity with high-end hardware and stability for the Valhalla roguelite mode.
4. Franchise Expansion: Live Action & Multiplayer
The God of War IP is moving beyond traditional single-player games in 2026.
- Amazon Live-Action Series: Production news suggests the series is progressing, aiming to adapt the 2018 Norse reboot for television.
- Multiplayer Project: Santa Monica Studio job listings and rumors hint at a standalone multiplayer project currently in development, though it is unclear if this is a "live service" title or a smaller cooperative experience.