Will God of War Ragnarok be the Last Game of the Series?
Gamers around the world had been eagerly anticipating the new installment in the God of War series, and this year’s God of War Ragnarok delivers on its promise of EPIC battles, stunning environments, and a deeper cutscene experience. But at the same time, all good things must come to an end, and an important question lingers; will God of War Ragnarok be the last game in the popular franchise?
Direct Answers
Before we dive further into the possibilities, some direct answers:
- Based on an interview with Bartek Koubek (Art Director) and John Gonzalez (Game Director, Santa Monica Studio), an interview with Game Informer, it is probable that Ragnarok will initially be the conclusive chapter in the Norse Series, but there is enough potential for the franchise in the future.
- Ian Bates, Animation Director Santa Monica Studio, mentioned they are not ruling it out that the events which take place in GOD OF WAR RAGONAROK could provide an opportunity for the continued exploration of the God Of War universe in the present and future.
Series’ History and Evolution
The God of War series has been around since 2005, covering multiple platforms, and including eight mainline games – from the original Battle of Olympus to today’s God of War Ragnarok. So when might is it time to say there is no more to uncover?
What’s holding the series back? New Perspectives
The franchise has successfully explored different mythical worlds, including Greek (#1-3), undersea (#4), desert (#5), and of course, Norse (# 2023). The last game opened the door to a Nordic-inspired world, with unique combat mechanics, and redefined the franchise’s expectations. Ragnarök is an excellent installment, but as the Greek mythological tales have taken a backseat, perhaps the Norse setting will go through a similar evolution
Why Not? Other Games’ Success
Successful game franchises often have "regens"… Think of games like Street Fighter, Final Fantasy IV, or Assassin’s Creed, which have seen more than one revival. Moreover, the franchise’s most popular games are the critically acclaimed God of war (2018) game and God of WAR Ragnarok. Could there be room for ongoing stories and sequels given the series’ immense loyal fan base and critical applause?
Ragnarrok’s Story
Battling the Gods on the Brink of Reality
Gods of War Ragnarok introduces a world where Jörmungandr & the Midgard Serpence has risen from the brine, Fae Folk (the old gods) have taken seats at the council, Midgard is crumbling, Chaos reigns, and mortal heroes are about to give up. This narrative paves the way for continued exploration of the world on the brink of destruction,
What Could Happen Next?
Here what we know and what rumors have been floating around :
• Future of Baldur: After his introduction in God of wars (2018**), Baldur has managed to become a significant recurring character. Will he serve as a catalyst for next steps in the series evolution?
• Fishing for More: Kraken & the Deep
Imagine the potential of exploring another mythical world – UNDER THE SEA! New settings, creatures, mysteries, and secrets waiting; could this be the source of inspiration for the direction of the next installment:
• Other Norse Territories
The realm of Alfeim (Elfenland) or the regions of the nine worlds left to explore? There aren’t many limits to uncover, and we might also discover new areas or areas with untold stories still waiting to be explored).
• GOD LIKE Factions & the ‘Elder’ Gods’s Plans
Will we look at the actions of Fenrir, Odin, other elder gods, or various factions? How will Odin’s actions unfold, while Thor’s return sparks drama and chaos? These will continue to create new themes for the next chapter as stories weave tighter between gods and mortals?
Conclusion
When considering the possibilities, you might be asking yourself," Why not continue the evolution of the God of Warriors series?" As we said earlier, God’s of War Ragnarok presents a conclusive chapter in our Norse journey but "leaves the door Wide Open" for potential subsequent installments, given numerous paths to explore, narrative possibilities, and the massive loyal fan base. Can we expect another chapter. In the future? I’d say, while Ragnarok may be wrapping up the Norse saga initially, there is no stopping the God of War world, and I’m glad for it.
