God of War Ragnarok has concluded Kratos and Atreus’ journey in the Norse realm. So, the main question now is — What now? Well, there are theories that Kratos is headed to Egypt, while others predict that Atreus will be the new lead in the sequel to God of War Ragnarok. We’ve crawled the web for leaks, hints, and tips on the sequel. Check them out now.
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An Atreus Spin-Off
Following the final events of God of War Ragnarok, Atreus is now aware that Giants aren’t extinct. So, another quest line has popped up, and there’s a possibility that Sony and Santa Monica Studio will use this to their advantage. The sequel could fully focus on Atreus’ new journey, with the possibility that Angrboda will be his new companion.
Improving on the plot line, we hope to see a short time skip so Atreus and Angrboda can hone their skills and powers. Let’s face it, Kratos is a punching bag that can deal out as much damage as he can take. Replacing him will require a time skip because Atreus has yet to reach his full potential.
Sony Is Still in Love with Trilogies
Besides a spin-off, there’s a possibility that the sequel to God of War Ragnarok will be set in The Norse Realm. So, chances are — The third game will retain the Norse mythology and culture. Some players theorised that The World Tree could be in danger in the sequel to God of War Ragnarok. Others mentioned that Kratos would be sent back in time to correct his past mistakes.
Fitting Multiple Myths into a Game
This could win the sequel The Game of the Year Award. Having the chance to fight or partner with different gods, such as Anubis and Amaterasu, and killing mythical beasts like Yokai and Griffins would be a killer experience.
Santa Monica Studio May Explore New Cultures
Thankfully, there are different cultures for Santa Monica Studio to explore and take inspiration from. Egypt, Ireland, Brazil, China, Japan, and many more regions have juicy cultures to develop a story. God of War must explore different paths and opportunities if they intend to keep its upcoming content fresh.
Tyr’s Actor Teased a Comeback
Tyr’s actor, Ben Prendergast, teased fans that we have yet to see the last of Tyr, the Norse God of War. He said,
“All I’ll say is this, it isn’t the last you’ve seen of Tyr”
So, there’s a sequel in the works that’ll still be set in The Norse Realm. Having signed an NDA, he can’t reveal any more details about the Santa Monica Studio game. But judging from the previous iterations, there are missing plot lines.
For one, the last God of War Ragnarok mission, The Broken Prison, gives players the quest of finding the real Tyr. Tyrs said to Kratos,
“Kratos, I know you from somewhere. I’m sure it will come back to me”
Kratos: “Until then”
What Happens to Sindri?
Kratos and Atreus got a lot of screen time to bond and heal properly. But what about the other characters like Sindri and Freya, whose losses are still fresh? The good thing is that Freya softened up in the end to beat Odin though she later lost her brother.
So, the God of War sequel may feature Sindri as the new villain. Losing Brok after going through all that effort to keep a part of his brother’s soul was a hard blow. In short, another theory is that Santa Monica Studio may want to conclude his story.
Cory Barlog Said What?
In a podcast, Cory Barlog said:
“Fifteen years on a single story, and… that’s just too stretched out”
Even for Santa Monica Studio, 15 years is a long time to work on a single game. They need a break before they burn out. So, only God knows where a new game from the studio is heading. A shooter title isn’t Santa Monica Studio’s style so an action-adventure game with a different art style, characters, story, and more isn’t beyond the realm of possibility.
Conclusion — A New Future on the Horizon
Kratos is still evolving, having transformed from a violent warmonger to a peaceful and loving father after his encounter with Faye. Players who remember the events of Ragnarok may be aware that Kratos has never been a true deity because he has no followers. But if he can be benevolent instead of violent, redemption might just be attainable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will They Make Another God of War After God of War Ragnarok?
Sure, a God of War Ragnarok sequel may be released after Santa Monica Studio picks a new direction for the game. Luckily, the new God of War will be in another region with a different culture, mythology, and deities.
Will Kratos Go to Egypt?
Currently, there’s no information on God of War’s new setting, so Kratos isn’t heading to Egypt just yet. Hopefully, after riding the high of God of War Ragnarok, Santa Monica Studio may decide to give us a peek at the sequel.
What Does Kratos See at the End of Ragnarok?
After giving Atreus his blessings, Kratos finds a shrine where he’s worshipped as the foretold hero of Ragnarok. The Giants, including Faye, his wife, had long prophesied that he would win Ragnarok.