The rumor mill is buzzing with speculation that Santa Monica Studios, the acclaimed developer behind the God of War series, is secretly working on a next-generation God of War game for the PS6. While the studio is tight-lipped about its upcoming projects, a recent job listing has fueled hopes that Kratos' next adventure may be on the horizon.

God of War: A Flagship PlayStation Series

The God of War series is one of the most successful and beloved franchises in the PlayStation ecosystem. With the massive success of 2018's God of War and 2022's God of War Ragnarök, it's almost a guarantee that another installment is in development. The question on every fan's mind is whether the next game will explore a new mythology or continue the story of Kratos in the Norse realm.

A Mysterious Job Listing Sparks Speculation

A recent job listing by Santa Monica Studios has added fuel to the speculation fire. The studio is seeking a Senior External Development Environment Artist to join their team on a contract basis. The job description mentions a "next-generation narrative combat game," which sounds eerily familiar to the God of War series.

While the job listing doesn't explicitly mention God of War, the use of "next-generation" suggests that the game may be intended for the PS6, rather than the current PS5. According to leaked documents, the PS6 is rumored to release in 2028, which means that this mystery game is likely at least three to four years away from release.

Job Listing Details

The job listing reads:

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a highly skilled Senior External Development Environment Artist to join our team on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in ensuring our external partners deliver high-quality assets that align with the artistic vision of our next-generation narrative combat game. If you have a passion for crafting breathtaking environments and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative atmosphere, we want to hear from you!

Speculation and Uncertainty

While the job listing has sparked hope among God of War fans, it's essential to note that there's no concrete evidence to confirm that this is indeed a God of War game. The job listing could be for the studio's new IP, which is rumored to be in development for the PS5. However, if we had to place a bet, the odds are certainly in favor of it being a God of War game.

For now, all we can do is speculate and wait for official confirmation from PlayStation and Santa Monica Studios. As always, we'll keep you updated with any future developments, so stay tuned!