New God of War Prequel Reportedly Features Multiple Mythologies and Faye as Lead Character

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:49:00 +0200

A recent report has shed light on potential details about the next entry in the God of War franchise. According to the gaming site Mp1st, the unannounced prequel is expected to explore various mythological settings beyond the Norse world. Among those mentioned are Mayan mythology and a strong focus on East-Asian mythologies, including Chinese and Japanese elements. Although these details may change during development, sources claim these mythologies will be part of the final version of the game. In an interesting twist, the report suggests players will take control of Kratos’ wife, Faye, as the main playable character. This aligns with earlier statements by industry insider NateTheHate2, who indicated that the upcoming installment would place greater emphasis on fast-paced action compared to the Norse saga. Other rumors say that Tyr will appear again, though his role remains unclear. Some of the game’s more unusual concepts include a gelatinous cube companion and Merlin appearing as a