From Santa Monica Studio and creative director Cory Barlog comes a new beginning for one of the most iconic figures in the gaming industry. Kratos, living as a man far from the shadow of the gods, must adapt to unfamiliar lands, unexpected threats, and a second chance at fatherhood. Together with his son Atreus, they will venture into the wild Norse wilderness and fight to complete a deeply personal quest.

• A completely new beginning: Kratos's vengeance against the Olympian gods is behind him, and now he lives as a man in the lands of Norse gods and monsters. It is in this hostile and unforgiving world that he must fight to survive... and where he must teach his son to do the same. This stunning reimagining of God of War deconstructs the core elements that defined the series—satisfying combat, breathtaking scale, and a compelling story—and combines them in entirely new ways.
• A second chance: Kratos once again takes on the role of father. As mentor and protector to Atreus, a son determined to earn his father's respect, Kratos is forced to control the rage that has defined him for so long, as he now finds himself in a very dangerous world with his son.
• A darker, more elemental world: From the marble art and ornate columns of Olympus to the wild forests, mountains, and caverns typical of pre-Viking Nordic landscapes, the game presents a new and unique environment, complete with its own pantheon of creatures, monsters, and gods. By placing greater emphasis on exploration and discovery, the world will encourage players to delve into every corner of God of War's incredible yet perilous landscapes, which are arguably the largest in the entire franchise.
• Ruthless physical combat: With a shoulder-level camera that brings the action closer to the player than ever before, the fights in God of War closely mirror the pantheon of Norse creatures Kratos will face—just as magnificent, brutal, and grueling. A new main weapon and a set of unprecedented abilities honor the classic God of War spirit while simultaneously presenting a vision of violent conflict that introduces several innovations to the genre.