Cory Barlog is an American video game designer, director, and writer who is the current creative director of video game development at Santa Monica Studio. He is best known for his work on the God of War series.
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Dave Bautista has officially replaced Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Prime Video's live-action God of War series after Hurst suffered a torn bicep during stunt filming. Production is set to resume in mid-October 2026, while Santa Monica Studios prepares to launch God of War Laufey in February 2027.
Santa Monica Studio has officially dated God of War Laufey for February 16, 2027 on PS5, starring Faye on a journey through the Everywhen to save Kratos and Atreus. At San Diego Comic-Con, creative head Cory Barlog confirmed a direct Kratos sequel will follow Laufey's story, though details remain under wraps.
The latest Official PlayStation Podcast (Episode 543) dives into the recent State of Play announcements, highlighting upcoming PS5 titles like God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine. The episode also previews next week's releases, including Solarpunk, NBA The Run, and Beastro. Exclusive insights from Cory Barlog and Ariel Lawrence offer a deeper look into God of War Laufey.
Sony Interactive Entertainment assures fans that Kratos will continue to headline future God of War games, despite God of War Laufey's focus on Faye. The announcement eases concerns sparked by the new game's trailer, which features limited Kratos screen time. A God of War Trilogy Remake is also in early development, promising Kratos' return to the spotlight.
Exploring the likelihood of God of War Ragnarök arriving on PC, examining hints and estimating its potential 2024 release date based on patterns.
