In recent days, the online gaming community has been abuzz with rumors that Santa Monica Studio was poised to unveil a major announcement at an upcoming event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the iconic God of War series. These whispers suggested the announcement of remasters for the classic God of War games, a claim that gained traction when echoed by industry insider and journalist Jeff Grubb. The excitement among fans reached a fever pitch, leading Santa Monica Studio to step in and address the speculation head-on.
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To manage expectations, the studio released a statement clarifying their plans. They emphasized that the event, titled "Pantheons Collide," would focus on celebrating two decades of the God of War franchise. The panel promises a star-studded lineup featuring characters from both the Greek and Norse mythologies that have been pivotal to the series' narrative arcs. Santa Monica Studio stated:
"Pantheons collide! We’re thrilled to present a lineup of Greek and Norse characters for this panel celebrating the 20th anniversary of God of War where we’ll reflect on the past two decades of the series. Given the star-studded lineup and the anticipation surrounding this milestone, we want to make it clear that no announcements are planned for this event." - Santa Monica Studio
Instead of game announcements, attendees and fans will be treated to new thematic artwork showcasing Kratos alongside the mighty Jörmungandr. Additionally, the event will feature appearances by key actors from the God of War series, including Terrence Carson, who lent his voice to Kratos, and Carole Ruggier, the voice behind Athena. Mark your calendars for March 22, as this panel promises a nostalgic journey through the epic saga of God of War.