God of War: Sons of Sparta has been announced and is now available on PS5
In this post you'll find out what to expect from God of War: Sons of Sparta . The title, without prior notice, focuses on Kratos' past and is available on PS5 for R$ 169.90. It's a single-player with an emphasis on narrative.
At the close of Thursday's (12) State of Play, God of War Sons of Sparta appeared without warning and was available on the same day. No long campaign, no months of anticipation. It went straight to the point. And when a release happens like this, it's normal for doubts to arise. Is it a spin-off? Is it a complement? Is it worth the price? Does the story add anything relevant or is it just nostalgia?
Here you'll understand exactly what God of War: Sons of Sparta is, what it proposes, where it's available, how much it costs, and most importantly, whether it makes sense to invest in it now.
Discover God of War: Sons of Sparta
God of War: Sons of Sparta emerges as a chapter focused on Kratos' past, long before the Norse events and even before many events of the original trilogy. The intention is not to continue the current saga, but to return to Greece and delve deeper into a specific point in the story : the relationship between Kratos and his brother Deimos.
Instead of aiming for a grand scale right from the start, the game chooses something more intimate. The narrative begins with Kratos recounting an old episode to his daughter Calliope. From there, you follow the two siblings as young men, trying to gain recognition within Sparta.
Therefore, the plot revolves around Kratos and Deimos when they were still soldiers in training. The feeling of rivalry, pride, and the need to prove their worth is the driving force of the narrative. You won't find a Kratos already consumed by divine fury here. Instead, there is a young man, still shaped by military discipline and the expectations of the city.
Deimos, for his part, is not just a supporting character. He has his own personality and directly influences his brother's decisions.
Those familiar with the events of God of War: Ghost of Sparta understand that this relationship will have profound consequences. The new title focuses precisely on the emotional build-up that precedes that tragedy.
Unlike the more recent installments in the franchise, God of War: Sons of Sparta adopts a format inspired by classic Metroidvanias. This means the map is interconnected, with blocked paths that only open when new abilities are acquired.
You progress, learn something new, return to old areas, and discover previously inaccessible passages. It's not a gigantic open world. It's a more contained space, but full of secrets and clever shortcuts.
Combat is primarily with spear and shield. The spear serves as the main source of damage, while the shield allows for precise blocking and parrying of attacks. As the campaign progresses, new techniques are added to the repertoire. Initially, the encounters are simpler. Over time, the variety increases, and the enemies also exhibit more complex patterns.
Where can I play God of War: Sons of Sparta?
Currently, God of War: Sons of Sparta is available exclusively for PlayStation 5. There has been no announcement for PlayStation 4, PC, or other platforms.
How much does it cost?
On the PlayStation Store , the standard edition costs R$ 169.90. There is also a Deluxe version for R$ 229.90, which includes extra digital content such as the soundtrack and behind-the-scenes materials.
The price is lower than recent AAA releases, but it still represents a considerable investment. This is especially true because the project has a different approach than what we've seen in recent years.
Is it possible to play in pairs?
No. Despite some initial confusion in the digital store categories, God of War: Sons of Sparta is entirely single-player. Deimos actively participates in the story, but is not under direct control. The narrative depends on the interaction between the brothers, but control remains exclusively with Kratos.
Is it worth the investment?
That answer depends on what you're expecting. If your curiosity has always been focused on Kratos' emotional origins, then this chapter is relevant. It helps to better understand the burden the protagonist carries and delves deeper into a point of the franchise's mythology that has always been mentioned, but not always shown in such detail.
On the other hand, if your main point of reference is the more recent titles, with cinematic scale and epic narrative, perhaps the initial pace will seem more restrained. The price of R$ 169.90 may cause hesitation, mainly because there is still no consensus on the total duration of the campaign.
