Santa Monica Studio has announced that God of War: Laufey will be delayed until May 20, 2027, for its PS5 release, pushing back from the original launch date of February 16, 2027. The team will use the additional development time to finalize polishing efforts and further explore the game's potential.
The developers stated that since the game's reveal in June 2026, they have seen strong player anticipation for Laufey's adventure and wish to respond to this trust with a more polished final product. While reports on the length of the delay vary between "about two months" and "about three months," the specific dates before and after the adjustment remain consistent.
God of War: Laufey is a new entry in the God of War series, centered around Laufey. The story takes place after her death, when she unexpectedly arrives in a strange world known as "Everywhen." To protect those she loves, she will battle monsters and creatures from various mythologies, accompanied by allies such as a talking gelatinous cube and a sword belt along the way.
The title was initially revealed during the PlayStation State of Play event in June 2026, where approximately 20 minutes of gameplay were showcased. The original release date of February 16, 2027, was later announced at San Diego Comic-Con in July of the same year, and has now been adjusted to May 20, 2027.