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New Blood Message Trailer Is Giving Us Serious God Of War And Last Of Us Vibes
Publisher NetEase Games and developer 24 Entertainment delivered another look at Blood Message, the single-player action game set during the Tang Dynasty of China, and it gave us some serious God of War and Last of Us vibes. It helps that the main character, who remains nameless for now, is...
Game Informer
God of War's Cory Barlog has been planning Faye's story for a decade, says Laufey director, and her actor has "had to keep this under wraps" the whole time
The spinoff has been in the works for a long time
GamesRadar
God of War Laufey director says Marvel humor won't infect the series through the big, silly cube: "He's not meant to be a joke"
Phranque is just like "any companion character"
GamesRadar
Reminder: Kratos Is A Wife Guy
God of War Laufey has some sides of the internet disrespecting Faye, and Kratos wouldn’t stand for that
Kotaku
God of War Laufey director says the game’s talking cube is ‘not meant to be a joke’
God of War Laufey’s surprise debut at this week’s State of Play has had gamers buzzing ever since, for a variety of reasons. A new God of War game. Hell yeah! A new God of War game where you don’t play as Kratos? Oh. And in this new God of War game, one of your companions is a talking gelatinous...
Steam News
God of War Laufey director says the game’s talking cube is ‘not meant to be a joke’
Let's hope he's not a flat caricature. The post God of War Laufey director says the game’s talking cube is ‘not meant to be a joke’ appeared first on Destructoid.
Destructoid
Sony Santa Monica Throws Shade at God of War Laufey Critics
Debate about God of War Laufey's title spreads on the internet, and Santa Monica Studio is giving a subtle response to critics.
Game Rant
God of War Laufey is "every bit as God of War as all of the things that we've done," director Ariel Lawrence says: "I hope to win over the skeptics in the future"
Kratos and Faye's journeys aren't too dissimilar
GamesRadar
Don’t Assume God Of War’s Horn Mystery Will Be Solved In The Upcoming Spin-Off
God of War Laufey might not reveal who blew the horn all those years ago
Kotaku
God Of War Laufey Doesn't Need You To Play Previous Games
Santa Monica has assured God of War newcomers that they don't need to have played the last two Norse games before playing Laufey.
TheGamer
God Of War Laufey’s Director Responds To Skeptics: ‘For Me It’s Just, Is It Fun?’
The upcoming game's director says she understands fan skepticism, but hopes people give the PS5 spin-off a shot
Kotaku
The Witcher 4 May Address The Weakest Element Of Its Predecessors, As God of War Series Combat Designer Joins Development
We have seen very little of The Witcher 4 to date, so we still have no idea how the game will play and how different it will be from its predecessor. However, a recent discovery suggests the new entry in the series may address what is widely considered one of the series' biggest issues: the combat...
Wccftech
God Of War Laufey’s Director Talks Fan Skepticism, New Ideas, And Phranque The Cube
The showstopper at PlayStation's State of Play was a new entry in the God of War franchise. However, instead of introducing Kratos's newest adventure, Santa Monica Studio revealed God of War Laufey, which, as indicated by the title, shifts its focus to Faye, a hero and warrior in her own right, to...
GameSpot
God of War Laufey – 15 Big Details You Shouldn’t Miss
Faye takes center stage in Santa Monica Studio's next entry in the series. Here's what you need to know after State of Play.
GamingBolt
God of War Laufey – What Is Going On In The Story?
A new world awaits with an unlikely new hero in Faye, and we have no shortage of questions for Santa Monica Studio's latest.
GamingBolt
God of War Laufey's Boss Fights Have Seriously Endless Potential, But It's Not the New Ones That Are Most Exciting
God of War Laufey is introducing brand-new pantheons, but the afterlife of the gods also leaves room for familiar faces to return.
Game Rant
God of War Laufey Voted Best PS5 Game at State of Play
Wolverine not far behind. So, Sony's latest State of Play broadcast ended up being pretty good — and I reckon a lot of that perception is simply down to how many high quality games were on display. But out of all those PS5 games, which one really got you going? Which one stole the show? Read the...
Push Square
Sony's Cory Barlog compares God of War Laufey's gods to billionaires: "They're all a**holes"
The cube and the sword might be the only friendly faces you'll see
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Slickdeals Gaming
6 Gaming Franchises That Swapped Their Male Lead For A Woman
God of War Laufey swapping Kratos for Faye is not the first time a video game franchise gave their male heroes a rest in favor of a new female MC.
Game Rant
A God of War Laufey and Expedition 33 Crossover is Destined to Happen
With Deborah Ann Woll’s Faye now leading her own God of War game, it seems like a guarantee that there will be some kind of nod to her famous co-star.
Game Rant
"God of War Laufey can be enjoyed completely standalone," says Sony, but you should play 2018 God of War and Ragnarok "to fully appreciate the world"
2018 God of War and God of War Ragnarok are elite action-adventure games that shouldn't be missed
GamesRadar
Laufey haters calm down: Kratos is still the God of War and he’s not done
Angry fans can dial it down now. The post Laufey haters calm down: Kratos is still the God of War and he’s not done appeared first on Destructoid.
Destructoid
PS5 vs Pepperoni Pizza: New God of War Sparks Tense Exchange Between Sony and Domino's
A pizza the action. A light ribbing about the new God of War game from the Domino’s Pizza account has triggered a small social media spat between Sony and the fast food firm. In response to footage of new title God of War Laufey, the UK arm of the pizza chain – searching for engagement now the...
Push Square
Next Major PS5 Exclusive Game Will Release Sooner Than Expected – Report
A new report suggests that one of the PS5‘s biggest games will be coming out sooner than we thought. The next God of War may be out earlier than we previously imagined During Sony’s State of Play event, Santa Monica Studio unveiled God of War Laufey, the next entry in the God of War franchise. […]...
PlayStation Lifestyle
PlayStation Promises 'Many More Stories to Tell' With Kratos in Future, After God of War Laufey
God of War developer Santa Monica Studio has discussed Kratos' future as the figurehead of its flagship franchise, following the reveal of its Faye-starring next chapter, God of War Laufey.
IGN
The 9 God of War collectibles to see you through the wait for Laufey
I've rounded up all the God of War collectibles you'll want at your side as you catch up on the franchise ahead of Laufey's release.
GamesRadar
Laufey Is Going To Change Everything We Thought We Knew About God Of War
Faye is fighting to save Kratos and Atreus from the afterlife in God of War Laufey.
TheGamer
Everything You Need to Know About Laufey in God of War
Faye, Kratos' wife, has many secrets that her husband doesn't know about. Here's what you should know about her before God of War Laufey.
Game Rant
God Of War Laufey Brings Back One Of The Best Parts Of The Previous Games
One of the big reveals from the PlayStation State of Play this week was a new God of War game called God of War: Laufey. The PS5 game mixes things up by focusing on Laufey instead of Kratos, but some things are staying the same. It has been confirmed that Bear McCreary, who composed the music for...
GameSpotGod of War Laufey Doesn’t Mean No More Stories About Kratos, Say Director and Head of Creative
Game director Ariel Lawrence said that Santa Monica Studio "can't not tell stories about the big guy," when discussing Kratos.
GamingBolt
The best God of War Laufey fan theories
God of War Laufey was only just announced, but already fans of the series have theories about what will happen, and they don't sound too far-fetched.
Polygon
God of War Laufey Is Much Closer to Releasing on PS5 Than You Think
"This one isn't years away". Unlike most major announcements, God of War Laufey is not years away. Rumours originally speculated the spin-off game, starring Kratos’ wife Faye, would launch in 2027. And while Sony didn’t attach a release window to this week’s 20 minute gameplay reveal, Bloomberg...
Push Square
All Gods in God of War Laufey
There are multiple gods expected to appear and clash with Faye in God of War Laufey, and here's everyone that's on the roster so far.
Game Rant
Kratos will return in future games, God of War developer assures fans following the Laufey reveal
Following the reveal of God of War Laufey, series developer Sony Santa Monica has had to clarify, on multiple occasions, that longtime protagonist Kratos remains the eponymous God of War, and more games starring Kratos are in indeed the works. Read more
EurogamerSony reassures fans that Kratos isn’t going anywhere
The official reveal for God of War Laufey sparked mixed reactions among players, but it also raised one big question: what does this mean for Kratos? According to Santa Monica Studio, the answer is simple. Kratos remains a central part of the franchise’s future. Speaking in a recent interview that...
Niche Gamer
God of War Laufey Release Window Leaked
God of War Laufey was announced at the Sony State of Play, and a well-known insider is already claiming to know when it will release.
Game Rant
I Hope Kratos Doesn’t Show Up Anymore In God of War Laufey
Begone, Kratos.
Kotaku
God Of War Studio Has "Many More Stories" To Tell With Kratos After Laufey
Even though Kratos will be taking a back seat in favor of Faye for God of War Laufey, he will be the lead in more games eventually.
TheGamer
God of War Laufey's Mongolian and Egyptian Mythologies Explained
God of War Laufey's setting opens the door to explore new pantheons, and Mongolian and Egyptian mythologies are the first to be confirmed.
Game Rant
God of War Laufey - Burning Questions, Explained
God of War Laufey is set to follow Kratos' second wife, Faye, and her journey in the Everywhen. Here's what you need to know about her character.
Game Rant
Domino's Pizza Wades Into God of War Laufey No Kratos Discourse, Sparks Spicy Replies
The reveal of God of War Laufey has sparked a vociferous debate coming out of State of Play, and while the internet has plenty of opinions about this first game in the franchise to star Faye as the main character, criticism has also come from an unexpected sauce: Domino's Pizza.
IGN
'One of the Best Showcases I've Seen': 70% of PS5 Fans Loved State of Play
The second best-rated State of Play ever. In the aftermath of Sony's latest State of Play showcase, a general consensus appears to have formed: that was a very strong presentation, even if leaks robbed the show of its biggest moment. God of War Laufey would have made an even bigger splash if it had...
Push SquareIt’s unlikely that God of War: Laufey will come to PC, at least anytime soon
The post It’s unlikely that God of War: Laufey will come to PC, at least anytime soon appeared first on The Escapist.
The Escapist
Dominos Pizza UK has joined the gamer culture slapfight over God of War: Laufey, and I'd really like to just skip this part, please
Not the way I wanted to round out my week.
PC Gamer
God of War devs fire back after Domino’s Pizza roasts Laufey reveal
God of War: Laufey devs have responded after Domino’s Pizza cooked them with a viral Tweet that claims the new game isn’t the same without Kratos.
DexertoGod of War side-quel ‘Laufey’ officially announced, set during the events of GOW (2018)
God of War Laufey has been officially announced, following Kratos’ wife Faye as she fights her way through the afterlife. God of War side-quel ‘Laufey’ officially announced, set during the events of GOW (2018) first appeared on KitGuru.
KitGuru
God of War Laufey: Santa Monica Confirms More Kratos Stories Are Coming
God of War Laufey developer Santa Monica Studio reassures fans and states that Kratos still has some stories to tell in future releases.
Game Rant
There's more to God of War Laufey's cube than your small brain can possibly understand: This is the best theory I've seen
Our little cube buddy could possibly contain the entire universe, so maybe stop talking so much crap
GamesRadar
Even Domino’s Pizza is Throwing Shade at God of War Laufey
A strange backlash to God of War Laufey’s new protagonist reaches new heights as a pizza company, of all things, is criticizing the game.
Game Rant
In Less Than A Day, God Of War Laufey Has Created One Of The Fandom’s Funniest Memes
Kratos and Atreus’ journey is downright serene compared to what Faye is going through
Kotaku
God Of War Fans Convinced Faye Will Blow The Horn In New Laufey Game+
A new theory making the rounds is that Faye will blow the horn to summon Jörmungandr from beyond the grave in God of War Laufey.
TheGamer
God Of War Devs Explain Laufey’s Place In The Franchise
The next God of War title had been rumored earlier this year, and it now stands revealed as God of War Laufey, a spin-off that focuses on Kratos' late wife, Faye. While the initial trailer apparently disclosed when Laufey takes place, the developers behind the game have offered more light about how...
GameSpot
God of War Laufey star Deborah Ann Woll says "Kratos gameplay is so fantastic because he's such a heavy hitter," but new protagonist Faye is "just as strong and just as good a warrior"
"There are so many ways to be a warrior"
GamesRadar
God Of War: Laufey Dev Responds To Pizza Company’s Dumb Tweet About New Game
God of War developer Santa Monica Studio has responded to a social media post from Domino's Pizza after the pizza chain's UK account joked about the newly announced God of War: Laufey for being a God of War game without Kratos. The post from Domino's Pizza UK said, "God of War game with no Kratos =...
GameSpot
They did motion capture on a cube
God of War Laufey necessitated an exciting new form of method acting.
PC Gamer
8 Big Takeaways From God Of War Laufey’s 20-Minute Debut Trailer
New gods, new friends, and new battles await as Faye tries to help Kratos and Atreus from the beyond
KotakuGod of War Laufey’s “Fresh Yet Familiar” Combat Allows Tailoring Rue and Phranque to Your Playstyle
Sony Santa Monica "wanted to build upon the strengths of the modern God of War combat" while adding some of the "old-school" DNA.
GamingBolt
God Of War Laufey's Confirmed Leak Makes Playable Tyr And Excalibur More Likely
Thanks to God of War Laufey's reveal, a leak that described the game beforehand may actually have new info not shown in the trailer.
TheGamer
God of War Laufey has already become a culture war disaster
God of War Laufey, the new PS5 God of War game revealed during Sony's June State of Play, has already started a predictable argument online.
Polygon