God of War’s Secret Level Appearance Can Move the Needle if Only a Little

God of War's Secret Level Appearance Can Move the Needle if Only a Little

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of gaming under my belt, I must admit that the upcoming appearance of Kratos in Amazon’s ‘Secret Level’ series has piqued my interest, to say the least. Having witnessed the rise and fall (and rise again) of the God of War, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia tinged with curiosity about this unique crossover event.


Fans of the God of War series can anticipate catching a glimpse of familiar characters sooner rather than later, though not necessarily in the way they initially imagined. Although it’s only a matter of time before a fresh installment of the franchise is unveiled, Kratos and possibly some companions are expected to make an appearance in an episode dedicated to PlayStation titles within Amazon’s upcoming series, Secret Level. This anthology show is being developed by the creators behind Love, Death, and Robots, focusing on popular video game intellectual properties.

It’s still unclear if Kratos and other God of War characters will have minor appearances or play larger roles in the upcoming Secret Level, but their presence is noteworthy. From the teaser trailer for Secret Level, it appears that Kratos will star in an episode alongside other PlayStation exclusive characters, such as Jin Sakai from Ghost of Tsushima. What’s intriguing is that Kratos seems to be in a modern, urban environment, hinting at time travel or multiverse events. This raises questions about how the show will connect to the God of War storyline.

Secret Level Could Shine Some Light On God of War’s Future

Kratos’ Role In Secret Level

In the game Secret Level, God of War is among several intellectual properties (IPs) presented, but unlike characters such as Mega Man and Pac-Man who have their own solo adventures, Kratos’ appearance varies. Since Kratos will be appearing alongside other PlayStation IPs, his role in the series differs from these classic gaming icons. However, it’s not just this aspect that sets him apart; there are additional unique factors at work here as well.

Similar to how franchises like “New World: Aeternum” and “Exodus” are featured in “Secret Level”, it’s clear that the story of “God of War” is not yet concluded. Given the way “God of War Ragnarok” ended and the direction the series appears to be going, a sequel is likely. This could impact Kratos’ narrative since he will also appear alongside his PlayStation counterparts. It’s interesting to note that Kratos is wearing armor from the Norse saga in “Secret Level”, indicating that it follows the current timeline of “God of War”.

It seems quite clear that Kratos is donning his fur cloak as seen in the game “God of War Ragnarok,” which implies that the occurrences taking place in the “Secret Level” transpire after the events of the 2018 version of “God of War.

It’s Not Clear If Secret Level Will Be Considered Canon

As a dedicated fan, I often ponder over the question: Will “Secret Level” be recognized as part of the official storyline? Unlike defunct games such as Concord or expansive franchises like Armored Core that focus more on grand ideas than character development, it’s crucial for series like God of War where every moment seems significant.

If Kratos ventures into a real-world city, potentially interacts with characters such as Jin Sakai, and this scenario is confirmed as part of the series’ continuity, it may challenge the current narrative structure of the God of War saga. Given that Kratos is dressed in his Norse mythology attire, suggesting the PlayStation story unfolds around Ragnarok’s events, it’s intriguing to ponder how this unique plot development might influence the future direction of the God of War storyline.

Content mixes are starting to grow repetitive for viewers, as some find it manipulative and economical when creators combine different characters primarily for brand identification. If Sony’s “Secret Level” episode is a playful tribute to their intellectual properties, then it might be successful, but if it signifies an expansion towards Marvel Cinematic Universe-style multiverse narratives, there could be storm clouds brewing over series like “God of War”. Here’s hoping it’s the tribute scenario.

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2024-09-24 01:06