Sony's shuttered project, a multiplayer God of War game featuring Kratos, is back in the spotlight following leaked images that suggest a return to Greece. Screenshots reveal what might have been in the cancelled title, with Greek architectural elements and settings like Hades' armoury.
Leaked Images Detail
MP1st shared over 23 images purportedly from the game. The screenshots show consistent geometry, suggesting authenticity. Notably, the images highlight Greek architecture, indicating a setting back in ancient Greece, including depictions of the underworld.
Some images have alternate versions with a red filter, potentially signifying mechanics akin to those in player-vs-environment co-op games. Key locations such as "the armoury of Hades" reinforce the Greek setting.
Project's Cancellation Context
Sony started scaling back live-service projects following failures such as the halted Concord and Marathon games. The cancellation of this God of War installment highlights current challenges in balancing narrative depth with live-service mechanics. Critics argue this narrative should remain a single-player experience, free from live-service elements like "Hermes Gems." Developers aimed to innovate, yet the decision reflects a cautious approach to maintaining story integrity.
This project was part of Sony's broader live-service strategy, which they have since reconsidered in light of previous setbacks. The emergence of these screenshots adds a layer of transparency to Sony's strategic decisions revolving around beloved titles like God of War.
