God of War Laufey delayed to May 2027 as Sony escapes crowded February lineup

Sony’s Santa Monica Studio has pushed God of War Laufey from 16 February to 20 May 2027, giving Faye’s adventure another three months in development. Officially, the delay is about adding “finishing touches” and reaching the game’s “fullest potential.” However, the timing also offers a convenient escape from a Q1 calendar resembling the M25 on a bank holiday. With February already packed with major releases, moving to May gives everyone some breathing room.

February’s crowded gaming calendar

Publishers aren’t blinking; they’re booking. February already has Fable, Metro 2039, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and Persona 4 Revival fighting for attention. Sure, Laufey now shares its release date with Persona 4 Revival‘s Switch 2 port, but that’s arguably a much friendlier clash.

Timing matters when several top upcoming video game releases are competing for the same audience. Nobody wants their biggest launch buried beneath a mountain of announcements, trailers, and game reviews. For Sony, a May release could help maintain momentum without overwhelming players. Of course, there’s an important distinction here. Santa Monica Studio confirmed the delay on 4 November without mentioning scheduling conflicts or specific game development problems.

Then there’s Faye herself. Voiced by Deborah Ann Woll, Kratos’ wife finally gets her own adventure through the Everywhen, a mysterious realm where different mythologies collide. Expect aerial combos, magical attacks, and the Serpent Bow, offering something different from Kratos’ familiar fighting style. Santa Monica has also promised further updates soon, possibly at The Game Awards or another State of Play, although neither appearance is confirmed.

What this means for your console plans

Planning to buy a PS5 specifically for Laufey? You can probably hold off until May, especially if February’s crowded lineup already has your wallet sweating. At least the delay gives you a chance to finish something gathering dust in your gaming library. Preorders opened in September, with the Standard Edition costing $69.99 and Digital Deluxe priced at $79.99. According to the PlayStation Blog, bonuses include the Last Wish Armor Set and a special appearance for Phranque, Faye’s gelatinous companion.

Collectors have another concern. Sony’s £129.99 Collector Box doesn’t include the game, and its release arrangements following the delay remain unclear. Existing preorders haven’t been subject to any announced changes, although checking with your retailer wouldn’t hurt. Players tracking the latest game releases now have a little more time to prepare for another major PS5 adventure.

The 2027 shape of play

Three extra months give Santa Monica Studio more time to refine Faye’s combat and mysterious journey through the Everywhen. Whether that translates into a better experience remains to be seen, but expectations are certainly high.

Meanwhile, the latest game releases should keep gaming fans busy until May. Think you’ll finally clear that backlog before May? We’d like to believe so, but we all know how gaming temptation works. We don’t resist it; we preorder it.