As fans of the God of War Ragnarök eagerly await any news of an expansion, recent rumors seem to suggest that something big is in the pipeline. Renowned gaming leaker The Snitch sparked this speculation two months ago by hinting at the development of a standalone expansion or DLC for the game, which he claimed was around 60% complete. This was surprising news given that the game's previous installment had not received any DLC, and Game Director Eric Williams had previously stated there were no plans for one due to the game's already expansive nature.
The rumor mill went into overdrive when another well-known leaker, ViewerAnon, backed The Snitch's claims. In a tweet that has since been deleted, ViewerAnon suggested that Sony Santa Monica was indeed developing a standalone expansion. He revealed that it began as a DLC but had grown into something more, drawing comparisons with Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. This news sent the game's fanbase into a frenzy, with everyone eager for an official confirmation of these rumors.
Adding more fuel to the speculations, one of Spain's largest gaming websites, AreaJugones, recently came forward with some intriguing information. Citing anonymous sources within Sony, the website not only confirmed the existence of the expansion but also stated that an official announcement could be expected before the year ends. They speculate that the announcement will likely be made during Geoff Keighley's The Game Awards ceremony, which is scheduled for December 7 this year.
If these rumors prove to be true, the expansion is expected to focus on the character of Atreus. At the conclusion of God of War Ragnarök, Atreus embarks on a solo mission to locate the remaining Giants. This storyline provides a rich backdrop for the expansion, offering plenty of opportunities for exciting gameplay and narrative development. Given the immense success of the franchise, this expansion could potentially be another big win for Sony Santa Monica.
God of War Ragnarök has been a massive hit for Sony Santa Monica, earning a perfect score from Wccftech's Agnese Carluccio and numerous awards. While Elden Ring succeeded in bagging more Game of the Year awards, God of War Ragnarök's sales figures have been impressive. As of February, the game had sold over 11 million units, more than making up for its substantial $200 million budget. With such a strong performance, fans are hopeful that the rumored expansion will be a reality and are eagerly awaiting its formal announcement.