God of War’s Egyptian Mythology Rumors Return as Christopher Judge Shares His Hopes for the Next Game

Egyptian mythology is once again a major topic of discussion among God of War fans, and this time Christopher Judge has brought it back into the spotlight. During a recent appearance at Edmonton Expo, the actor was asked which mythology he would like to see Kratos explore in a future game, and he chose Egypt without hesitation.

While Judge’s answer reflects his personal preference rather than an official announcement, it has drawn attention because he's expressed the same interest before. When you combine his comments with years of rumors, previous development plans, and recent references to Egyptian mythology, it becomes difficult to dismiss the possibility entirely.

The judge’s interest in Egypt also makes sense given his previous work as Teal’c in Stargate SG-1. 

He spent years working in a science fiction universe heavily influenced by Egyptian mythology, where characters fought aliens who presented themselves as gods. Seeing him portray Kratos against actual Egyptian deities would create an interesting connection between two major parts of his career. 

Judge expressed a similar preference last year when asked about the mythology he wanted to see next. Some of his comments at the time also sounded as though another God of War game was already in development, although he later corrected himself. Fans naturally began speculating that he had accidentally revealed something about the franchise’s future, but the announcement of Laufey complicated those assumptions.

His latest comments should therefore be treated as personal interest, not evidence that he revealed confidential information about the next mainline installment. His comments also align with his long-standing interest in exploring different mythologies through Kratos, but only Santa Monica Studio can confirm which direction the next mainline game will take.

What makes the Egyptian rumors more compelling is Laufey's appearance as Sekhmet. Sekhmet is a major Egyptian goddess associated with war, destruction, and disease, making her a natural fit for the mythology God of War is exploring. What makes her special is the setting of the game, where different mythologies can exist, rather than confining the story to the Norse world. 

This setting does not automatically confirm Kratos’ travels to Egypt in the next game, just because of Sekhmet’s appearance. Other mythologies can also appear in Everywhen, so including an Egyptian goddess makes sense within the story’s established rules. Her presence may hint at a broader world where different mythologies can intersect without directly shaping Kratos’ next journey.

Still, there is an important distinction between mentioning another mythology through background details and bringing one of its gods directly into the narrative. For years, fans have discovered references to other pantheons through symbols, collectibles, and Týr’s travels, but the appearance of actual characters could signal a broader approach to the franchise’s world.

Egypt was also a serious possibility when Santa Monica Studio began developing God of War.

Director Cory Barlog previously explained that the team considered two major directions for the reboot, with one group favoring Norse mythology and another supporting an Egyptian setting. The discussion went far enough that the developers created concept art depicting Kratos and Atreus in the desert. 

Looking back, the Norse direction clearly worked well for the franchise, so there is little reason to argue that the studio made the wrong decision. However, the original development process shows Egypt was never just a random fan suggestion. Santa Monica Studio had already explored the idea and considered how Kratos and Atreus might fit into that environment. 

Týr’s travels provide some of the clearest examples of those connections. Egypt is one of the cultures he encounters, and Egyptian objects appear in Ragnarök; God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla features a khopesh among the weapons Týr uses. A khopesh is a curved sword associated with ancient Egypt, making its appearance another small connection between the franchise and the mythology. 

Kratos has technically visited Egypt before, too. The God of War: Fallen God comics follow him after God of War III, showing him traveling to Egypt after leaving Greece behind. This gives Santa Monica Studio an existing part of Kratos’ history to draw from if it eventually decides to revisit the setting.

The developers could introduce old connections, explore something Kratos experienced during his earlier visit, or have past events return to affect his future, although none of these possibilities has been confirmed. Kratos' previous experiences in Egypt could provide a natural way to connect the setting to his existing story without requiring the developers to begin anew.

Recent rumors have fueled the discussion, but we should treat them cautiously. Casting calls in 2025 announced that Sony was looking for Middle Eastern actors for an unnamed AAA game. Insider Daniel Richtman subsequently suggested that the project could be a God of War game based on Egyptian mythology, prompting speculation that Kratos might be heading in that direction.

Another report from Tom Henderson suggested that Kratos would use an Egyptian-style sword in the next mainline game, potentially resembling a khopesh.

Given the franchise’s history with Egyptian weapons and the studio’s past interest in the setting, the claim naturally drew attention. However, Henderson later discussed the possibility of the next game returning to Greek mythology, mentioning elements involving a younger Kratos and Zeus. He said he currently leaned more toward Greece than Egypt, showing how inconsistent the rumors have become.

Part of the problem is that several God of War projects and ideas are being discussed simultaneously. The remake of the Greek trilogy, God of War: Sons of Sparta, and Laufey are being discussed alongside speculation about another mainline game featuring Kratos.

Without knowing precisely which project each rumor concerns, it is particularly tempting to connect unrelated reports and assume they all point toward the same release. A reference to Greece might point to the remake rather than a sequel, and an Egyptian character in Laufey doesn't necessarily mean the next mainline game will use that setting.

The larger development may be that Santa Monica Studio is gradually expanding how the franchise handles mythology. The series previously moved from Greek mythology into the Norse world, with each major era focusing on a different pantheon. That shift could eventually allow the developers to connect multiple pantheons through a shared storyline, giving Kratos reasons to encounter gods and mythological figures beyond the world he currently inhabits.

However, Laufey and the concept of Everywhen create a space where multiple mythologies can coexist, potentially allowing for stories that connect different gods and cultures. Instead of simply moving Kratos from one pantheon to another, the studio could eventually explore conflicts that involve several mythologies at once.

Egypt would have lots of material for such a story, including gods like Anubis, Set, Horus, and Ra.

Its temples, deserts, tombs, and beliefs about the afterlife would also provide a unique setting for Kratos, who has lived a life steeped in violence, death, and his complex relationship with the gods. These elements could also give the developers room to build new challenges around ancient curses, powerful deities, and the consequences of Kratos confronting another pantheon.

Santa Monica Studio has already shown that it can create detailed worlds in the Norse games, and if that visual quality is applied to ancient Egyptian landscapes, it could make for an impressive adventure. Nevertheless, the studio has not officially confirmed Egypt as the next destination.

For now, Christopher Judge still wants to see Kratos explore Egypt, Santa Monica Studio has previously considered the setting, and the franchise continues to introduce connections to other mythologies. Sekhmet’s appearance in Laufey makes those connections more noticeable, but it does not establish what the next mainline game will involve.

More information on how Laufey handles Egyptian characters and Everywhen could clarify whether these elements are isolated to one story or part of a broader franchise direction. Egypt remains a strong possibility, but Greece and other mythologies, including Japan, could still feature in whatever Santa Monica Studio develops next.