Santa Monica working on multiple projects as Cory Barlog’s new game targets 2027 launch
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Next big game after God of War Ragnarok
A fresh claim suggests that Cory Barlog is working on a large AAA project at Santa Monica Studio, apart from the previously announced God of War trilogy remakes.
Insider has claimed that this project has been in development for several years, and now it is targeting a 2027 launch with a Summer 2026 reveal. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Santa Monica Studio is reportedly developing another major title
This studio is known for working on a single large-scale project at a time and primairy focus on project-centred around the God of War franchise.
But the recent reports have suggested that the studio has expanded its development efforts. Apart from God of War trilogy remake, which was announced recently at PlayStation State of Play, Cory Barlog is leading a new project that has been in development for many years. There is also the next mainline God of War game.
According to industry insiders, this project is not a new IP, but rather a fresh entry within an existing franchise. Many rumors suggested that it was a sci-fi game or an Atreus-led storyline, which has been denied recently.
This new title is expected to be revealed in Summer 2026 and Nate The Hate expects this title to be released in 2027.
This is going to be the next big AAA title after God of War Ragnarok from Santa Monica Studios, which was released on November 9, 2022.
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Conclusion
Fans and gamers are already pretty excited for the next big title from Santa Monica. Everyone is waiting patiently to see Cory’s magic once again.
Recently, it was also revealed that both God of War and God of War Ragnarök have collectively generated more than $1.4 billion in revenue since launch.
FAQs
Is Cory Barlog’s new game related to the God of War remakes?
No, reports suggest the new project is separate from the God of War trilogy remakes currently in development.
When is Cory Barlog’s new game expected to release?
Insiders currently expect the game to launch sometime in 2027, although no official date has been confirmed.
Has the game been officially announced by Sony?
No, the project has not been officially revealed yet, but insiders believe a reveal could happen in Summer 2026.
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