In just a few weeks, God of War will be hitting a major milestone, as the franchise is set to turn 20 years old on March 22. For two decades now, God of War has been one of the most notable action adventure franchises in gaming, and such an important anniversary has many wondering exactly how developer Santa Monica Studios plans to celebrate the occasion.
If recent rumors are to be believed, this anniversary could make way for a potential announcement. For the past few months, reports that the original God of War trilogy could be getting a remaster have been circulating. Since these are purely rumors at the moment, such claims should be taken with a grain of salt, but with the 20th anniversary on the horizon, a remaster announcement isn’t outside the realm of possibility. Even more intriguing, though, is the chance at an even bigger reveal alongside a remaster.
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God of War’s 20th Anniversary is the Perfect Stage for Both a Remaster and New Game Announcement
Remaster Rumors Aren’t the Only God of War Claims Circulating
- Recent God of War claims have hinted at a new location set in Egypt.
- A separate rumor challenges these leaks, claiming that the next game will actually be a prequel.
These two rumors have been swirling around the God of War community recently, leaving many confused and curious about what actually lies in store for Kratos and his companions. Theories that God of War could be making the move to Egypt have been suggested for a while now, but these prequel claims from Insider Gaming Weekly podcast host Tom Henderson have given fan expectations a shake-up.
Now that Tom Henderson’s prequel claims have entered the discussion, there’s no telling what March 22 might have in store for fans. Between a potential remastered trilogy and the hope of a new game, whether it be a direct sequel or a prequel, God of War‘s 20th anniversary could potentially hold both in store for fans. Of course, this is purely speculation in itself, but as of now, nothing seems impossible. A dream scenario would be for Santa Monica Studio to announce the franchise’s next chapter while also shadow-dropping the rumored trilogy remaster, but of course, only time will tell.
With the 20th anniversary on the horizon, a remaster announcement isn’t outside the realm of possibility.
God of War’s Big Milestone Hopefully Means an Even Bigger Celebration
Two decades of going strong is no easy feat in the world of gaming. Not many franchises get to last as long as God of War has managed, and such a major moment for the series could bring forth surprises. Since the end of Ragnarok, there have been constant theories about God of War‘s next move, and March 22 is the perfect opportunity for Santa Monica Studio to make those plans known.
Such a huge moment can’t come and go without at least some kind of celebration of God of War‘s impressive legacy. Kratos’ story has been a staple in PlayStation’s long history of being a hub for well-crafted single-player narratives, and the two recent entries from Santa Monica Studio showcase just how much depth the character can have.
God of War was released in 2018, while Ragnarok launched four years later in 2022. If Santa Monica Studio is planning to continue four-year gaps between releases, this year would be the perfect time to announce a new game.
God of War may be 20 years old now, but Kratos’ growth through the years proves that there is still plenty to be explored with such a fascinating protagonist. As March 22 draws closer, there is bound to be even more rumors and speculation brought into the spotlight. Any such claims should be met with skepticism, but it will be thrilling to finally see if God of War‘s anniversary brings fans the big news they have been waiting for.
God of War
- Creation Year
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2005
- Publisher(s)
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Sony Interactive Entertainment