Santa Monica Studio, the acclaimed developer behind the God of War franchise, is fueling speculation about a new, unannounced project. Recent statements from a key developer provide intriguing clues about this potential new IP.
Glauco Longhi, a veteran character artist and game developer, recently rejoined Santa Monica Studio. His updated LinkedIn profile reveals he's overseeing character development for an "unannounced project," significantly hinting at a new game in development. Longhi's previous work includes contributions to God of War (2018) and a lead role on God of War Ragnarök. His current role suggests a project of significant scale and ambition.
The project's nature remains shrouded in mystery, but the buzz points towards a sci-fi setting. This aligns with previous comments from Cory Barlog, creative director of the 2018 God of War reboot, who stated the studio was working on "a lot of different things." Further supporting this, Santa Monica Studio's active recruitment of a character artist and tools programmer suggests a growing team focused on a substantial undertaking.
While speculation runs rampant, particularly regarding a potential sci-fi IP possibly helmed by God of War 3's Stig Asmussen, no official confirmation exists. Sony's earlier trademark of "Intergalactic The Heretic Prophet" adds fuel to the fire, though details remain scarce. Past rumors of a canceled PS4 sci-fi project from the studio further contribute to the ongoing intrigue. The gaming community eagerly awaits an official announcement to unveil the secrets of this enigmatic new venture.
