On March 22, two decades will be commemorated since the launch of the iconic first video game in the God of War saga. This special date marks an important milestone in the history of the franchise, which has evolved considerably since its debut on PlayStation 2. To celebrate this anniversary, Santa Monica Studio has announced the arrival of a free update titled Dark Odyssey Collection, which will be available starting March 20 for God of War: Ragnarök, both on its PlayStation version and on PC. The best outfits for Kratos and Atreus The Dark Odyssey Collection will include a series […]
On March 22, two decades will be commemorated since the launch of the iconic first video game in the God of War saga. This special date marks an important milestone in the history of the franchise, which has evolved considerably since its debut on PlayStation 2. To celebrate this anniversary, Santa Monica Studio has announced the arrival of a free update titled Dark Odyssey Collection, which will be available starting March 20 for God of War: Ragnarök, both on its PlayStation version and on PC.
The best outfits of Kratos and Atreus
The Dark Odyssey Collection will include a series of nostalgic skins for the main characters, Kratos and Atreus, that evoke their appearances from previous installments. For example, players will be able to disguise Kratos as the Ghost of Sparta with an alternate look from God of War 2, originally obtained by completing the game on God difficulty mode. However, to apply these new skins to the weapons, it will be necessary to have the enhanced version of each weapon, which adds a level of challenge for players who wish to customize their experience.
Access to these new appearances can be obtained either by opening lost item chests within the game or automatically through the free DLC Valhalla. This will allow players to rediscover their weapons and characters while celebrating the legacy of the saga.
Despite the speculation within the community about a possible remastering of the classic God of War trilogy, Santa Monica Studio has confirmed that there will be no additional port during this celebration. The company has decided to focus on new content and enhance the experience of God of War: Ragnarök, keeping the essence of the series alive while aiming for the future.
Since its release, Starfield, Bethesda’s latest space RPG, has sparked intense discussions among players. While some consider it an ambitious masterpiece that transforms storytelling in video games, others do not hold back in their criticism, especially regarding its exploration elements. In fact, its rating on Steam has been labeled as ‘mixed’, making it the lowest-rated title from Bethesda on this platform, even below games like Fallout 76. The renowned developer David Jaffe, known for being the creator of God of War and Twisted Metal, has openly expressed support […]
Since its launch, Starfield, Bethesda’s latest space RPG, has sparked intense discussions among players. While some consider it an ambitious masterpiece that transforms storytelling in video games, others do not hold back in their criticism, especially regarding its exploration elements. In fact, its rating on Steam has been labeled as ‘mixed’, making it the lowest-rated title from Bethesda on this platform, even below games like Fallout 76.
The renowned developer David Jaffe, known for being the creator of God of War and Twisted Metal, has openly expressed his support for the game. Jaffe has gone so far as to describe Starfield as having “one of the best single-player narratives in the history of video games”, stating: “There’s nothing to hate. I love this game; perhaps the best, in my opinion,” according to recent statements. Despite his enthusiasm, many players have reacted against his opinions, pointing out that they do not share the same positive experience.
A man in love with a game
The controversy intensified when Jaffe, in May 2022, criticized Microsoft’s decision to delay the game’s release. However, a year later, he seems to have changed his mind, praising Starfield as “the best singleplayer I’ve ever played,” inviting players not to let console rivalries overshadow a title that, according to him, offers an outstanding gaming experience. “I only completed the main story and touched a bit of the side quests,” he added, suggesting to those who are undecided to try the game through Game Pass.
As opinions on Starfield intensify, it is clear that Bethesda has managed to generate significant fervor in the gaming community, making it one of the most discussed releases in recent years.
The game titled Blades of Fire, developed by the Madrid-based studio MercurySteam, will be released on May 22, 2025, on platforms such as PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This announcement has generated excitement, especially considering that MercurySteam is known for its work on iconic titles like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and the latest Metroid games from Nintendo. A game with very deep and original mechanics, Blades of Fire promises to offer an innovative combat system that allows players to forge their own weapons. These mechanics not only influence the combat style but also in the […]
The game titled Blades of Fire, developed by the Madrid-based studio MercurySteam, will be released on May 22, 2025, on platforms such as PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.This announcement has generated excitement, especially considering that MercurySteam is known for its work on iconic titles such as Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and the latest Metroid games from Nintendo.
A game with very deep and original mechanics
Blades of Fire promises to offer an innovative combat system that allows players to forge their own weapons. These mechanics not only influence the combat style but also the durability and characteristics of the weapons, providing a more personalized experience. Players will be able to choose from seven weapon families and over 30 scrolls to customize their creations, resulting in virtually infinite combinations that will affect the game’s action.
The protagonist of the game, Aran de Lira, faces a curse imposed by a newly crowned queen. Accompanied by a companion named Adso, who will assist him in battle, Aran must confront more than 50 types of enemies. The game’s narrative has been specially crafted for this installment, capturing the essence of the classic Blade: The Edge of Darkness, with influences also drawn from the acclaimed God of War saga.
Players who reserve Blades of Fire will receive additional content, including two extra outfits and useful materials, as well as a 10% discount on the final price. With its challenging combat and elaborate lore, Blades of Fire is set to become one of the great surprises in the Spanish video game scene in 2025, and fans are eager to put MercurySteam’s forges to the test.
A possible return of the original God of War trilogy is approaching, with a special announcement expected in March, coinciding with the anniversary of the series. The evolution of the character Kratos has been remarkable over the years, transitioning from a deranged warrior to a more reflective and complex figure, a change that has been a central theme in the recent DLC of God of War Ragnarok. Everything points to a new original game. Rumors about remasters of the first three games have circulated over the past year, generating expectations among fans. Some […]
A possible return of the original God of War trilogy is approaching, with a special announcement expected in March, coinciding with the anniversary of the series. The evolution of the character Kratos has been remarkable over the years, transitioning from a deranged warrior to a more reflective and complex figure, a change that has been a central theme in the recent DLC of God of War Ragnarok.
Rumors about remastering the first three games have circulated over the past year, generating expectations among fans. Some insiders, like Jeff Grubb, suggest that although these speculations may have come early, they could materialize in the announcement in March. No remasters were announced during the last PlayStation State of Play, which has led many to speculate that Sony might be reserving them for a more significant release.
The reception of these rumors among fans has been mixed. Across various social platforms, reactions can be seen that reflect both enthusiasm and skepticism. Imagine all the speculation about the Greek remasters and it turns out to be a surprise from 2018, commented one user, while others expressed doubts about the need to remaster every PS4 game. However, there are those who are calling for a collection that brings together all the original titles released between 2005 and 2013, similar to the Metal Gear Solid Legacy Collection.
As the date approaches, expectations rise. If there is an appropriate time to reveal these remasterizations, it is surely during the franchise’s anniversary in March. Fans hope that, amidst the nostalgia, Sony will manage to positively surprise with this announcement.
With the closure of the Greek and Norse stories, Kratos’ future in the God of War franchise remains uncertain, as it is speculated that he could continue his adventure in a new saga. The recent Valhalla expansion of the game included weapons based on Aztec, Egyptian, and Japanese mythologies, which has fueled rumors about Kratos possibly exploring these new territories. Among the options, Egypt emerges as the fans’ favorite setting. Olympus awaits Kratos. Speculation intensified with rumors pointing to a return to Greece, although the […]
With the closure of the Greek and Norse stories, Kratos’ future in the God of War franchise remains uncertain, as it is speculated that he could continue his adventure in a new saga. The recent Valhalla expansion of the game included weapons based on Aztec, Egyptian, and Japanese mythologies, which has fueled rumors about the possible exploration of Kratos in these new territories. Among the options, Egypt emerges as the fans’ favorite setting.
Speculations intensified with rumors pointing to a return to Greece, although the most likely interpretation of this indication seems to be a remaster of the original God of War trilogy, rather than a new installment in the mythical Greek landscape. As the 20th anniversary of the first game approaches, which is commemorated on March 22, fans argue that this date would be ideal for the announcement of a remaster.
Despite the expectation, the recent State of Play presentation left many fans disappointed by not including the highly anticipated remaster. However, the shadow of a possible revelation persists, fueling the excitement leading up to the anniversary date. A tweet from creative director Cory Barlog, who hinted that something is planned for the celebration, has kept the spark of optimism alive among the saga’s followers.
As the anniversary approaches, the possibility of a remastered version feels more tangible than ever. Could Santa Monica Studios surprise fans with an announcement that honors the rich history of God of War? Fans hope that March 22 will be a memorable day in the franchise’s history, marking a new chapter for the iconic antihero of mythology. In the countdown to this day, the community remains on the lookout for any leaks or official announcements that confirm their hopes.
Kratos, the iconic protagonist of the God of War series, may be ready to return to Greece in his next adventure, according to recent reports. After closing the Nordic saga in God of War Ragnarök, fans are wondering what the future holds for the franchise, which is currently surrounded by uncertainty and rumors, with no official announcements from Santa Monica Studio. Kratos returning to the place that saw him born for a great prequel Initially, it was speculated that the next title could transport Kratos to Egypt, fueling the excitement of followers. However, new information suggests […]
Kratos, the iconic protagonist of the God of War series, may be ready to return to Greece in his next adventure, according to recent reports. After closing the Norse saga in God of War Ragnarök, fans are wondering what the future holds for the franchise, which is currently surrounded by uncertainty and rumors, with no official announcements from Santa Monica Studio.
Kratos returning to the place that saw him born for a great prequel
Initially, it was speculated that the next title could take Kratos to Egypt, igniting excitement among fans. However, new information suggests that, instead, the Spartan warrior could explore his complicated relationship with Zeus in a Greek setting. This possibility has been strengthened by the recent downloadable content Valhalla, which features flashbacks of Kratos’s life in Greece, which many interpret as a hint of his possible return to the place where his odyssey began.
The renowned insider Tom Henderson has mentioned that the upcoming game could be some sort of prequel that would delve into the relationship between a young Kratos and his father Zeus. Although he warns that the details are still uncertain and that this assertion should not be “taken as a fact,” the idea of a return to Greek myths sparks great interest among fans.
With a possible State of Play scheduled for next week, expectations are rising and many are hoping that Santa Monica Studio will reveal information about a new installment of God of War. There is also speculation that they might be working on a remaster of the original God of War trilogy, while simultaneously developing a new saga. The coming days could be crucial to clarify the future of this acclaimed franchise.
The God of War saga has found a new horizon in its evolution. After the successful release of God of War Ragnarok, everything indicates that Kratos’ next destination could be ancient Egypt. This information comes from Daniel Ritchman, a well-known leaker in the industry, who has detected a casting call from Sony looking for actors with a “Middle Eastern” appearance. It is not the first time Kratos embarks on a journey. This twist in the God of War narrative comes after the successful foray into Norse mythology, which has left many fans […]
The God of War saga has found a new horizon in its evolution. After the successful release of God of War Ragnarok, everything indicates that Kratos’ next destination could be ancient Egypt. This information comes from Daniel Ritchman, a well-known leaker in the industry, who has detected a Sony casting call looking for actors with a “Middle Eastern” appearance.
It is not the first time Kratos embarks on a journey
This shift in the God of War narrative occurs after the successful foray into Norse mythology, leaving many fans wondering where the reborn Kratos will head next. The idea of exploring ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptian, opens up a wide range of narrative possibilities, given that Kratos has already traveled through various mythologies in previous titles, including the Greek and comic adventures that touched on ancient Egypt.
Although the development of a new God of War is confirmed, Sony has not specified a release date, which has intensified the anticipation among the saga’s followers. Despite the narrative cycle centered on Norse mythology having come to an end, it seems that Sony has plans to continue expanding Kratos’ universe with new adventures, opening the door to unexplored scenarios for this iconic character.
In this context, the possibility of Kratos returning to a world of pharaohs and great pyramids is exciting for fans. The adaptation of a new environment could further enrich the narrative and gameplay of the series, promising a fresh experience for all followers of the Spartan warrior.
Sony continues to strongly invest in games as a service (GaaS), a model that aims to keep players engaged through multiplayer experiences with recurring content. However, this strategy has led the company to accumulate several failures in this area, the most recent being the cancellation of two unannounced video games developed by Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games, according to Bloomberg. These cancellations occur in a context where PlayStation has shown a history of failures, including titles like Concord and The Last of Us Online. More concerning is that one of these projects […]
Sony continues to strongly bet on games as a service (GaaS), a model that seeks to keep players engaged through multiplayer experiences with recurring content. However, this strategy has led the company to accumulate several failures in this area, the most recent being the cancellation of two unannounced video games developed by Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games, according to Bloomberg.
These cancellations occur in a context where PlayStation has shown a history of failures, including titles like Concord and The Last of Us Online. More concerning is that one of these projects was from one of Sony’s star franchises: a God of War GaaS developed by Bluepoint Games. Despite this, it is assured that there will be no layoffs at either Bluepoint Games or Blend Studios, and both will continue working on new projects.
The gaming community hopes that Sony learns from these stumbles in a competitive market. Despite having canceled a total of nine GaaS projects to date, the company has invested 2.13 billion dollars in this sector and continues to develop titles such as a Horizon MMO and Fairgame$, a multiplayer heist shooter that was showcased at the last PlayStation Showcase.
Even though things didn’t go well this time, they continue to bet on GaaS
Additionally, the acquisition of Bungie for 3.6 billion dollars highlights the importance of this company in Sony’s strategy for games as a service. Bungie is working on Marathon, a multiplayer shooter expected to be released in 2025. Meanwhile, NetEase is focusing on a Destiny game for mobile, which could also come to PC.
Despite the setbacks, the story of PlayStation in the realm of games as a service is still far from over, with several initiatives on the horizon that could change its fortunes in this risky business model.
Sony Santa Monica, the studio behind the entire God of War franchise, may be working on a new game that, against all odds, is not by Kratos
SIE Santa Monica Studio, as of today, is known for only one game. They have been working on God of War since 2005 and, since then, it seems like it has been their only project. In fairness, that is precisely the reality. Although they have worked with other studios on all kinds of other games, to find their own IP that is not God of War, we either have to go back to 2001…or perhaps look forward to 2025 or 2026, as they have recently hinted.
According to a user on ResetEra, a developer from Sony Santa Monica has commented that they are working on a new IP, something other than God of War. There are no concrete details yet, but it seems that they are working on a completely new game.
According to the LinkedIn profile of a developer who has recently returned to Santa Monica, he is working on character development for the studio’s new IP. After spending a short time working at Striking Distance and Unknown Worlds studios, he has now returned to the home of Kratos to work on this new IP, of which we still know nothing about. This developer, wisely, has not disclosed any further information, leaving us to wonder what kind of characters he may be working on.
The only other game that Santa Monica developed outside of the God of War franchise was the 2001 racing game Kinetica for PlayStation 2. Due to the amount of time they spent working on God of War, it is likely that the IP they are working on is also some kind of adventure and action game. It has not been ruled out that they have decided to do something different, but we are going to have to wait and find out.
God of War Ragnarök is a premium action game that comes from developer Santa Monica Studio. It's the sequel to 2018's award-winning, poignant father-son adventure, God of War.
If you want to take advantage of Steam’s spring deals to get the best games at an unbeatable price, we’ve got you covered.
Spring sales are happening on Steam. And you know what that means. It’s time to take out your wallet, put it on the floor, and let Gabe Newell put games in our library. But you may wonder, what should I buy? What deals are interesting? Fortunately, we’ve got you covered. Because these are some of the most interesting deals you’ll find until March 21st.
One of the most popular horror games of all time and the 2021 GOTY for many people is now 70% off and at a ridiculous price. Less than ten euros. If you like creepypastas, cabins lost in the middle of the forest, and card games, this is the game of your dreams. And if you simply want a horror game that will surprise you? It’s also the perfect game to dive into headfirst.
If you like history, strategy games, or simply want to see how far you can make the most absurd decisions as a ruler before you get killed, Crusaders Kings III is the perfect game. It is also perfect if you want a game that takes many hours to learn all the systems it has to offer, providing even more hours of gameplay where the same events don’t have to repeat themselves twice in dozens of hours.
We don’t give much love to virtual reality games. And some are worth it. If you have a virtual reality headset and don’t have Half-Life Alyx, now you have it at a 66% discount. Why should you play it? First, because it’s Half-Life. Second, because for many it’s the Half-Life 3 that we have already accepted will never exist. If that’s not reason enough to dive in, what else can we say?
The reinvention of franchises doesn’t always go well, although that was not the case with God of War. Its reinvention as a father and Greek god in barbarian lands managed to bring back to life a saga that seemed already dead. Now you have it available with a 50% discount, to start getting excited until Sony decides to bring Ragnarok to PC.
Every now and then, good stories are needed. Funny ones. With a certain hidden depth for those who want to find it. For less than ten euros, you can have all that and more thanks to Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy, an excellent trilogy of visual novels with investigation mechanics. The only way to improve it? Play it on a Nintendo DS. But that’s already more complicated.
From Software has many essential games, especially since the release of Demon’s Souls. One that never goes down in price is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. That’s why we recommend that, if you don’t have it, take advantage of buying it with a 50% discount. Not because it’s the best offer it has ever had, because it has already been at this price. But because it is a masterpiece and it doesn’t seem like it will have a greater discount ever.
Do you like role-playing games and have 100 hours to spare? Then you should definitely go for Persona 5 Royal, a game that has managed to popularize the Persona series among the general public. With a 50% discount, this is the definitive version of Persona 5. Both for everything it contains and for its unbeatable price.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition (€13.49 | -70%)
Maybe you like role-playing games, have 100 hours to fill, but you prefer western role-playing games. In that case, you have the definitive edition of Divinity: Original Sin 2, at a ridiculous 13.49 euros, to enjoy one of the best role-playing games of all time. How good is it? It is the previous game from Larian Studios, who would later develop Baldur’s Gate 3, which is heavily inspired by Divinity: Original Sin 2. That’s how good it is.
If there is a game that doesn’t need an introduction, it’s Red Dead Redemption 2. And for 19.99 euros, there aren’t many reasons to think twice. If you like the Wild West or Rockstar games, the creators of GTA, we shouldn’t have to waste words explaining why it should already be in your shopping cart. And by the time you read this sentence, it should already be in your library.
To finish, we have to recommend one of the hidden gems of 2023. One of the masterpieces that didn’t appear in many best of the year lists, but deserved it as much as all the GOTY winners. That is System Shock. A remake of the classic 1994 game that shaped immersive sims like Deus Ex, Bioshock or Prey. At a 50% discount, not taking advantage to discover one of the best games of recent years is a true crime.
