Everyone Thinks the Next Game After God of War Ragnarok Will Go to Egypt, But I’m Not Convinced

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Spoilers ahead for God of War Ragnarok

The finale of God of War Ragnarok is particularly action-packed, centering on the world-ending event it’s named after. While the ending leaves some storylines open – like Atreus’s journey to find the giants and Kratos remaining in the Norse world – most of the major conflicts within those realms are brought to a close.

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The success of God of War Ragnarok naturally leads to the question of what comes next for the series. Many fans believe the franchise could explore a new mythology, just as it moved from Greek to Norse legends in the 2018 game. This approach could provide endless storytelling opportunities for the developers at Santa Monica Studio, drawing on the rich traditions of ancient religions. However, while I see the logic and excitement behind this idea, I’m not entirely convinced it’s the direction the series will take.

Why Do People Think God of War Is Going to Egypt?

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References to Egypt in God of War

The game God of War frequently references Ancient Egypt, and includes several noticeable references and hidden details, such as:

  • God of War (2005): hieroglyphics at the Gates of Athens reference the sun god Aton
  • Official God of War novelization: Zeus references Ares’ involvement in Egypt
  • God of War (2018): Tyr’s vault contains several artifacts related to Egyptian mythology, such as a statue of the goddess Hathor

As a huge fan, I think the God of War: Fallen God comic series from Dark Horse was a really important addition to the story. It came out in 2021 and filled in the gap between God of War 3 and the 2018 game. What I loved was how it really dove into Egyptian mythology, showing the god Thoth actually helping Kratos! It basically confirms that Egyptian gods are definitely part of the God of War universe, which is awesome and removes any doubt about it.

Rumors and Leaks About God of War Switching to an Egyptian Setting

There’s been a lot of speculation about where the next God of War game will take place, with some rumors being more believable than others. Recently, Tom Henderson from Insider Gaming reported that the new game might include an Egyptian Khopesh sword. Weapons are a big deal in God of War – just look at the lengthy quest for the Draupnir Spear in Ragnarok, and how quickly the Leviathan Axe became iconic. If the Khopesh does appear, it likely won’t just be a cosmetic addition.

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So, there’s been some chatter online about Sony bringing in actors from the Middle East for a big, unannounced game. Everyone’s immediately jumping to the conclusion it’s the next God of War, which, honestly, makes sense given the history. But let’s be real, these rumors aren’t exactly mind-blowing. It could just be more hints about Ancient Egypt showing up, maybe as a location or theme. Seeing something like a Khopesh sword pop up doesn’t automatically mean the whole game is moving to an Egyptian setting, you know?

God of War: Why I Don’t Buy It

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Bringing God of War to Egypt Would Be a Double-Edged Sword

I’m hesitant about a potential God of War game set in Egypt because of Santa Monica Studio’s past work. I believe they have a more compelling story planned. While an Egyptian setting isn’t necessarily a bad idea, it would be a significant shift with far-reaching consequences for the series, more than many people realize.

Moving the God of War series to Ancient Egypt would essentially make it an anthology, with Kratos and Atreus journeying through different mythologies in each game. This feels like a strange direction for the series, and doesn’t quite fit with its overall themes. Kratos is increasingly seeking peace and a more hopeful life, so it’s hard to imagine why he’d become involved in the conflicts of another set of gods. Even if he went to Egypt to help, his reasons for getting involved would seem suspect.

Kratos isn’t a universal savior like Superman; he’s focused on his own struggles within the Norse world. The same is true for his son, Atreus. While Atreus’s journey to find the Giants could theoretically take him to places like Egypt, that would raise complicated questions about connections between these different worlds – connections that might not fit with what we already know about the story. Plus, it assumes Atreus will be the main character in the next God of War game, which isn’t certain.

There’s Still More for God of War to Explore in the Norse Realms

A major reason the 2018 God of War reboot is so successful is what happened in God of War 3. By the end of that game, Kratos had achieved everything he set out to do, destroying all his enemies and severing all ties to his past. There was simply nowhere left for the story to go in Greece. The current game, however, places Kratos in a leadership position with powerful new allies. Unlike the ruined Greece of the past, the Norse realms are just beginning a new age, and Kratos has the potential to influence it. Switching to another setting so soon after such a significant change in character and world would be a lost opportunity, leaving storylines with important characters like Sindri, Thrud, and Mimir unresolved. Plus, developing another God of War game set in Norse mythology would likely be more cost-effective, making it a smart move for the future.

Even though the main story in Norse mythology concluded with Ragnarok, a future game could explore what happens afterward, focusing on Kratos trying to rebuild the Realms. Another option would be a game centered around Atreus in a new location, with occasional sections where players control Kratos back in the Norse lands. Regardless, I don’t think the developers will immediately shift the entire focus to Egyptian mythology.

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2025-12-14 14:05