Newly surfaced images have given fans a glimpse into the scrapped God of War multiplayer game once in development at Bluepoint Games. The project, reportedly canceled earlier this year by Sony, was said to bring Kratos’ world back to its Greek roots.
The 23 leaked screenshots, first shared by MP1ST, showcase vast mythological landscapes — from temple interiors and cavernous sulfur pools to ancient ruins seemingly designed for large-scale multiplayer battles. Among the standout locations is “Hades’ Armory,” which appears in both a normal and a “cursed” version, covered in eerie red corrosion. This dual-state environment hints at a possible gameplay mechanic that will now never be realized.
While Sony has not officially commented, reports from January claimed that two live-service titles were axed — one being Bend Studio’s open-world shooter, and the other this God of War multiplayer experience. Bluepoint, best known for remaking Demon’s Souls, had apparently been experimenting with ways to adapt the franchise into a live-service format.
Despite the cancellation, God of War fans still have plenty to look forward to. Rumors suggest that multiple titles set in the same universe are in development — including a 2.5D Metroidvania-style spin-off starring Kratos’ brother, Deimos, potentially arriving in 2026.
Speculation is also growing around the next mainline God of War installment. Insiders hint that the series might shift from Norse mythology to ancient Egypt, with Kratos rumored to wield a curved Egyptian blade resembling a scimitar or kopesh. While nothing has been confirmed, longtime fans have eagerly awaited this mythological shift — one that Santa Monica Studio had considered even before God of War (2018).
For now, the leaked multiplayer images serve as a fascinating “what if” for one of gaming’s most celebrated franchises.
