God of War: Sons of Sparta Launches, Trilogy Remake Revealed
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– Sony announced a God of War Trilogy Remake project and shadow-dropped a new side-scrolling spinoff, God of War Sons of Sparta, during its State of Play broadcast.
– The God of War Trilogy Remake is in its early development stages with no release date announced, and the reveal consisted primarily of logos.
– God of War Sons of Sparta is a 2D action platformer available now for PS5 at $29.99, developed by indie studio Mega Cat Studios.
– Sons of Sparta is a canon story set in Kratos’ youth, written by Sony Santa Monica and narrated by TC Carson, the original voice of Kratos.
– TC Carson, the original voice actor for Kratos, appeared to confirm both projects, suggesting his involvement in them.
The gaming world received a thrilling double dose of news from Sony’s latest State of Play, headlined by the announcement of a God of War Trilogy Remake and the immediate, surprise launch of a new side-scrolling adventure, God of War: Sons of Sparta. While details on the full trilogy remake remain sparse, the confirmation alone has ignited excitement for a modern revisit to Kratos’s iconic Greek-era origins. In a nostalgic touch, the original voice of the Ghost of Sparta, TC Carson, appeared to reveal both projects, strongly hinting at his return to the role that defined the character for a generation of players.
The God of War Trilogy Remake promises to rebuild the foundational PS2 and PS3 titles, 2005’s God of War, 2007’s God of War II, and 2010’s God of War III, for contemporary hardware. Sony was careful to temper expectations, noting development is still in its early phases. The reveal consisted primarily of logos, but for long-time followers of Kratos’s brutal odyssey, those symbols were more than enough to spark anticipation for a return to the series’ mythic roots.
Arriving not with a future date but as a shadow drop available immediately is God of War: Sons of Sparta. This 2D action-platformer is a passion project from indie developer Mega Cat Studios, priced at $29.99 on PlayStation 5. The game delves into a canonical story from Kratos’s youth, focusing on his training alongside his brother, Deimos. Players will master a combat style centered on a spear and shield, alongside various divine artifacts. Narrated by TC Carson as an older Kratos, the story itself was crafted by Sony Santa Monica, ensuring its place within the official saga.
This dual announcement strategically caters to both the fervent fanbase eager for high-definition nostalgia and players looking for a fresh, accessible entry point into the franchise’s lore. The remake signals a commitment to preserving the series’ legacy, while Sons of Sparta offers a novel, retro-inspired gameplay experience that expands the narrative. Together, they reinforce the enduring power of the God of War brand, bridging its past and present in one memorable showcase.
(Source: IGN)
