Next God of War Game Is Reportedly Centered Around Egyptian Mythology

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It’s possible that the upcoming God of War game might venture into Egypt, hinted by a report from DanielRPK (requires subscription). If the rumors are true, Sony seems to be auditioning actors from the Middle East for a new title.

According to a recent report, Sony is planning to hire Middle Eastern actors for an upcoming high-tier video game, which could potentially be the sequel to God of War and delve into the realm of Egyptian mythology.

Keep in mind that the details provided here haven’t yet been authenticated or cross-checked by TopMob. As such, it would be prudent to approach this information with some skepticism until it has been verified independently.

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It’s not unpredictable if the series transitions to Egyptian mythology in the future. Originally, the God of War storyline was rooted in Greek mythology, but it has since been adapted to Norse mythology in recent games. Therefore, a change to another pantheon could be appropriate for the next phase of the franchise.

Previously reported (credit to The Game Post), Sony Santa Monica initially thought about basing the 2018 reboot on Egyptian mythology instead of Norse, specifically referring to Egyptian lore.

In his own words, creative director Cory Barlog explained that the initial concept he had was mysterious and unfamiliar. This is depicted in the game as Kratos walking through a desert landscape, which was originally intended to be Egypt but ended up being something else. As he trudges along, sand swirls around him, and he eventually stands atop a dune to gaze upon an impressive ancient city.

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2025-01-28 07:17