Sony Santa Monica Studio, the powerhouse behind the modern God of War saga, may be targeting 2027 for its next big release—at least according to fresh industry rumors making the rounds online.

While the studio has remained tight-lipped about its upcoming project, insiders suggest that development is progressing steadily and that the game is currently aiming for a launch window three years from now. As always with unannounced titles, timelines can shift, but the reported 2027 target indicates that the project is likely a large-scale production rather than a smaller experimental release.

Since wrapping up God of War Ragnarök and its post-launch content, Santa Monica Studio has been widely expected to move forward with something ambitious. The big question is whether the team will continue expanding the God of War universe or pivot toward a brand-new IP. Previous hiring listings and comments from studio leadership have hinted at both possibilities over the past few years.

A 2027 release would also position the title firmly in the later lifecycle of the PlayStation 5—or potentially as a cross-generation showcase if Sony’s next console arrives around that time. Given Santa Monica’s reputation for cinematic storytelling, cutting-edge visuals, and polished combat systems, expectations will be sky-high no matter what the project turns out to be.

For now, PlayStation fans will have to sit tight and wait for official word. If the rumor holds true, we may start seeing teasers or early reveals within the next year or two.

Stay tuned.

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