The Next God of War Reportedly Sends Kratos to Egypt, Armed with a Legendary Egyptian Sword
The world of God of War has always thrived on reinvention. From its roots in Greek mythology to its powerful rebirth in Norse legend, each chapter has pushed Kratos into new lands, new myths, and new challenges that test his strength and humanity. Now, if reports are to be believed, the next stop in this epic journey is Egypt—a setting long rumored and teased, and one that fans have dreamed of for years. Even more exciting, Kratos may be trading his iconic Leviathan Axe for a curved Egyptian sword, signaling not just a shift in geography, but in tone and combat style as well.
Santa Monica Studio nearly set the 2018 reboot in Egypt, but chose Norse mythology to create a new foundation for Kratos’ story after the destruction of Olympus. At the time, developers admitted they debated heavily between the two pantheons, and Egypt was left on the cutting room floor. The reasoning, they explained, was that Norse myth would better allow for intimate father-son storytelling between Kratos and Atreus. But the fascination with Egypt never went away. The land of pyramids, pharaohs, and gods of the sun and death always hung in the background as a future possibility.
Now, that possibility is gaining momentum. Multiple insiders have suggested that the studio’s next big project will pivot Kratos into Egyptian myth, finally realizing the vision they once shelved. The idea of Kratos clashing with gods like Anubis, Ra, or Osiris has electrified fans, especially as concept art and rumors have circulated for years. A leaked description even noted that Kratos would be armed with an Egyptian-style khopesh sword, a curved weapon that feels both brutal and ceremonial—a perfect fit for the Ghost of Sparta’s new chapter.
The timing couldn’t be better. God of War Ragnarök, released in 2022, sold over 15 million copies by late 2023, cementing the franchise as one of PlayStation’s crown jewels. With such momentum, Santa Monica Studio has every reason to go bold. Reports also align with the chatter around Sony’s next console, the PlayStation 6, which industry analysts expect in the late 2027 to 2028 window. A new God of War launching alongside the PS6 would mirror how earlier installments have served as system-sellers, driving fans to pick up new hardware just to experience Kratos’ latest saga.
The appeal of an Egyptian setting runs deeper than just aesthetics. Egyptian mythology is filled with complex gods, brutal underworlds, and philosophical questions about life, death, and legacy. These themes dovetail perfectly with the current arc of Kratos, who has evolved from a rage-fueled destroyer into a father struggling to guide his son and leave behind something more than bloodshed. Egypt’s myths of resurrection, judgment, and eternal balance could force Kratos into challenges unlike any he has faced before. Atreus’ journey, too, could be reshaped by encounters with gods who blur the lines between human and divine more than any pantheon yet.
The Egyptian sword is also symbolic. In Norse lands, the Leviathan Axe came to represent renewal, the cold weight of responsibility, and the forging of new bonds. An Egyptian khopesh would carry a different meaning—it’s a weapon tied to pharaohs, conquest, and the cycle of power. For Kratos, wielding such a blade could be a statement about his new role in history, no longer just a survivor of myth but an active participant in shaping how myth evolves. It hints at gameplay changes too, as the curved blade would allow for faster, more fluid combat compared to the heavy strikes of the axe or the chains of chaos.
Fans are already buzzing with speculation. Will Kratos face the gods of Egypt as an outsider, or will he find himself entangled in their politics the way he once was with Zeus and Odin? Could Atreus return as a guide in this desert setting, or will Kratos be alone against a new world of enemies? And perhaps most importantly, how will the saga of Kratos eventually end—if it ends at all?
Until official word comes from Santa Monica Studio, all of this remains speculation. But the excitement is undeniable. For a series that has continually reinvented itself while holding onto its core identity, an Egyptian chapter feels like the perfect evolution. Kratos has already conquered gods across two pantheons. To see him stride across the sands of Egypt, sword in hand, staring down the guardians of the afterlife—it feels less like a rumor and more like destiny waiting to be revealed.