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PlayStation fans were teased about a new project from Santa Monica Studio by Cory Barlog on Facebook, but the account was later revealed to be fake. The studio is reportedly working on a new IP, possibly a spin-off or a different type of game, with an announcement expected later this year. However, the authenticity of the teaser is uncertain, and Sony has not confirmed any details.
The article provides an update on the current projects and future releases of Sony's PlayStation Studios in 2025, highlighting that while some studios like Naughty Dog and Santa Monica are working on new titles, most upcoming releases are still in development, with many expected to launch in 2026 or later, and a relatively quiet year for new PS5 exclusives in 2025.
God of War Ragnarök is set to release on PC on September 19, 2024, with features like unlocked framerates, 4K resolution, upscaling technology, and ultra-widescreen support. The PC version will include all post-launch updates and the Valhalla DLC. Pre-purchase options are available on Steam and the Epic Game Store, with exclusive in-game items for early buyers.
Sony announced that God of War Ragnarök and its DLC Valhalla will be available on Steam on September 19, offering features like unlocked frame rates and super ultrawide support. This release completes Kratos' Norse mythology saga on PC, following the 2018 reboot's PC launch in 2022. While the game had some pacing issues, the Valhalla DLC was highly praised for its innovative roguelike format.
Santa Monica Studio, the developer behind the God of War series, is seemingly hiring for a new game, with job listings strongly suggesting another installment in the popular franchise. While details are scarce, the job requirements point towards a new God of War title being in the works, although it may be some time before any official announcements are made.
The Valhalla DLC for God of War Ragnarök takes inspiration from Hades, offering a roguelite mode and a story-centric epilogue. The DLC allows players to explore Kratos' past and confront his old self, providing a therapy session for the protagonist. Structurally similar to Hades, players start each run at a hub area, purchase upgrades, and choose starting equipment. While lacking weapon variety, the DLC introduces new challenges and rewards, maintaining the magic of the game. Valhalla acts as an epilogue for Ragnarök and a prologue for the next game, offering a breather from the main narrative.
Sony Santa Monica Studio releases Patch 05.01 for God of War Ragnarök, which includes the free Valhalla DLC that adds roguelite elements to the game. Players need to manually download the DLC from the PlayStation Store and install the base game before accessing the Valhalla content to avoid encountering an endless loading screen. The patch also includes minor bug fixes and localization improvements.
Sony's Santa Monica Studio surprised God of War fans at The Game Awards by announcing free DLC for God of War Ragnarök called Valhalla, which will send Kratos on a deeply personal and reflective journey to Valhalla. The DLC will blend the combat of the new God of War games with elements inspired by the roguelite genre. Players will have access to all weapons and fully-upgraded skill trees, but must commit to a shield and path of Spartan Rage for each attempt. The Valhalla DLC will be released on December 12 and will be free to download on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
God of War Ragnarok's New Game Plus mode has been released, allowing players to take all of their unlocked abilities and gear into an entirely new run, with increased level cap and reworked encounters. The mode includes new armour sets and is impressively robust, but it's up to players to decide if it's enough to tempt them back into the role of Kratos.