Forget those remaster rumors – Kratos appears to be heading back to Greece for something entirely new
The Ghost of Sparta Returns to His Roots
Twenty years after Kratos first carved his bloody path through Mount Olympus, it looks like our favorite rage-filled demigod is heading back to where it all began – but not in the way fans expected.
For months, the gaming community has been buzzing with speculation about a potential remaster collection of the original Greek-era God of War games to celebrate the franchise’s 20th anniversary. Those hopes were dashed when Sony Santa Monica explicitly stated they had “no planned announcements” for the anniversary event.
But here’s where things get interesting: according to reliable industry insider Jeff Grubb, Kratos is returning to Greece – just not in a remaster. Instead, we’re reportedly getting a brand new side-story set in the Greek mythology era that started it all.
What We Actually Know
Let’s cut through the chaos and get to the facts:
- Trusted industry insider Jeff Grubb has reported that a “Greek God of War thing” is coming this year
- It’s explicitly NOT a remaster collection of the original games
- It’s described as a “new side-story project”
- The project could potentially be revealed soon, possibly in connection with the 20th anniversary celebrations
Grubb shared this information on Bluesky after investigating the swirling rumors himself: “There’s still a Greek God of War thing coming out this year, but it’s not a remaster collection. It’s a new side-story project.”
Why This Is Huge (If True)
For the uninitiated, God of War’s storyline has two distinct eras:
The Greek Saga (2005-2013): Where Kratos, fueled by vengeance, systematically dismantled the entire Greek pantheon across six games, culminating in the near-destruction of the world.
The Norse Saga (2018-2022): Where an older, wiser (but still absolutely lethal) Kratos attempts to leave his violent past behind while raising his son Atreus in the realm of Norse mythology.
The franchise successfully reinvented itself with 2018’s God of War, transitioning from the combo-heavy, fixed-camera brutality of the Greek era to a more intimate over-the-shoulder perspective with deeper storytelling in the Norse saga.
Going back to Greece now – especially with a new story rather than a remaster – raises fascinating possibilities. The development team has evolved tremendously in their storytelling capabilities since the original games. Applying that modern sensibility to the Greek setting could give us something truly special.
What Could This Greek Side-Story Be?
While details remain scarce, there are several intriguing possibilities for what this project might entail:
1. The Missing Years
There’s a significant time gap between Kratos’ final appearance in Greece (God of War III) and his emergence in Norse mythology. A game exploring how he traveled between realms and began his new life could fill crucial narrative gaps.
2. A Different Perspective
Perhaps we’ll play as another character entirely – maybe as a young Zeus, the rise of Ares, or even from the perspective of one of Kratos’ many victims. The God of War universe is rich with characters whose stories remain untold.
3. A Genre Shift
This could be Sony experimenting with the franchise in a different format. Maybe a more focused narrative adventure rather than a full-scale action game – something that could be developed alongside whatever main entry is next.
4. A Smaller-Scale Experience
With God of War Ragnarök having wrapped up the Norse saga, the development team might be creating a smaller Greek project while they determine the franchise’s next major direction (those Egyptian mythology rumors haven’t gone away).
What About Format and Timing?
The description of a “side-story project” suggests something different from the mainline games – possibly shorter in length or experimental in nature. This could be similar to how games like Uncharted: Lost Legacy or Spider-Man: Miles Morales served as standalone spin-offs to their respective franchises.
As for timing, if it’s indeed coming “this year” as Grubb suggests, we’d likely see an official announcement within the next few months. The 20th anniversary celebrations would be the perfect backdrop for such a reveal, even if it wasn’t part of the initial event.
The Future Beyond Greece
This Greek side-story doesn’t necessarily mean the franchise is permanently returning to its roots. Sony Santa Monica has previously posted job listings hinting at continued God of War development, and rumors persist about the series potentially exploring Egyptian mythology next.
Meanwhile, the God of War universe continues expanding beyond games, with Amazon’s live-action TV series already greenlit for two seasons. Whatever this Greek project turns out to be, it’s clear that Sony sees God of War as one of its most valuable franchises.
The Bottom Line
While remastered classics would have been welcome (and could still happen eventually), a new story in the Greek setting is potentially much more exciting. It gives developers the chance to revisit that era with all the technical and narrative expertise they’ve gained over the years.
The idea of returning to Greece with the storytelling sophistication of the recent God of War games is genuinely thrilling. The original games were groundbreaking for their time but were more focused on spectacular action than nuanced character development. Imagine experiencing Greek mythology again but with the emotional depth that made the Norse saga so compelling.
For now, we’ll have to wait for official confirmation from Sony. But one thing seems certain – Kratos isn’t done with us yet, and his return to Greece could be one of the most interesting chapters in this decades-long saga of gods, monsters, and one very angry Spartan.
What do you think this Greek God of War project could be? Let us know your theories in the comments below!