Santa Monica Studios unveils God of War Laufey spin‑off with new pantheon and female lead

Sony Santa Monica Studios announced a new God of War spin‑off, titled Laufey, during the State of Play presentation on June 2. The game will explore a never‑before‑seen mythology and places a female protagonist at the story’s core, marking a departure from the series’ traditional Greek and Norse pantheons.

Director Ariel Lawrence explained that the title’s gameplay will revolve around two companions, Phranque and Rue. Both characters are positioned as essential tools for combat, traversal, and puzzle solving, with Rue described as a ribbon‑like guardian and Phranque tied to the series’ overarching narrative. Their abilities will require players to coordinate attacks and interact with the environment in new ways, deepening both story and gameplay integration.