God of War Laufey delayed to May 20, 2027: pre-orders, editions
God of War Laufey is delayed from Feb 16 to May 20, 2027 on PS5. What changes for pre-orders, the Collector Box, editions and Faye's Serpent Bow combat.
- God of War Laufey moved from February 16, 2027 to May 20, 2027.
- Santa Monica Studio announced the delay on November 4, 2026.
- The game is a PlayStation 5 exclusive.
- Pre-orders opened September 29, 2026 and remain available.
- The Collector Box costs $149.99 / €149.99 / £129.99 and does not include the game.
God of War Laufey is delayed to May 20, 2027, Santa Monica Studio announced on November 4, 2026. The PlayStation 5 exclusive had been dated for February 16, 2027, so players now wait roughly three extra months for Faye's first starring role.
What was announced
The studio said it has decided to delay the game to May 20, 2027, according to Gematsu's report of the post on Santa Monica Studio's official X account. The reasoning is the familiar one: the team wants the extra time for finishing touches so the game can reach its full potential, and it thanked players for their patience while promising more updates soon. No specific production problem was named.
Sony has also updated its own pages. The PlayStation Blog pre-order post now carries an update dated November 4, 2026 stating that the release date has been delayed to May 20, 2027, and every mention of February 16 inside it has been struck through and replaced.
Short version: same game, same platform, same editions. Only the date moved, and it moved from February 16, 2027 to May 20, 2027.
What it means for pre-orders and the Collector Box
Pre-orders opened on September 29, 2026, and the PlayStation Blog post details what each version includes. Nothing in the updated post removes those offers; the Blog only swaps the date. The pre-order bonus is the Last Wish Armor Set, the Phranque Golden Leaves Appearance (cosmetic) and an in-game resource pack. The Digital Deluxe Edition adds the Dark Alchemy Armor Set, Blade, Bow Scales and Catalyst, another resource pack, a Digital Mini Artbook and the Official Digital Soundtrack.
The separate God of War Laufey Collector Box (game sold separately) went up for pre-order on October 13, 2026 at a recommended price of $149.99 USD, €149.99 or £129.99. It contains a light-up eight-inch Faye statue with Phranque and Rue, a 51-card Oracle Deck illustrated by Megan Lara and a physical mini artbook. The Blog now lists its availability as May 20, 2027, direct from PlayStation in limited quantities.
- Pre-order bonus: Last Wish Armor Set, Phranque Golden Leaves Appearance, in-game resource pack.
- Digital Deluxe: Dark Alchemy armor, blade, bow scales and catalyst, plus artbook and soundtrack.
- Collector Box: $149.99 / €149.99 / £129.99, game not included.
A quick refresher on the game
PlayStation Blog introduced the game on June 2, 2026 as the next mainline entry in the series. Faye, warrior and wife to Kratos, awakens unexpectedly in a strange land after her funeral and discovers that the plans she put in place to protect Kratos and Atreus are now at risk. To save them she must fight through the Everywhen, the afterlife of the gods, where gods from across mythology vie for power. The studio describes the game as intimate, brutal combat, exploration of a rich world and story at its heart.
Per Wikipedia's summary of the announced credits, Ariel Lawrence directs, Bear McCreary composes, and Deborah Ann Woll plays Faye, with Jack Quaid as the cube companion Phranque and Perlina Lau as the ribbon Rue; Christopher Judge returns as Kratos, who is not playable.
How Faye fights: Serpent Bow and gear
The September Blog post gave the clearest look at combat so far. Faye's Serpent Bow has two aim modes: a full-aim precision mode that lets her stack up to five arrows for a powerful volley, and a half-aim hip-fire mode that unleashes a cluster of arrows at close range. Striking certain points on an enemy can impair their movement or attacks, opening them up for a melee follow-up. Arrow types, unlockable skills and swappable Serpent Scales change how the bow plays.
- Blade: a customizable element of Faye's sword.
- Scales: customize the Serpent Bow and add a unique perk.
- Catalysts: artifacts that channel the magic of the Everywhen, each with different effects.
What to do now
If you pre-ordered, you do not need to act: the offers stand and the date is the only change. If you are holding off, the delay gives the studio room for polish and gives you room in a crowded early-2027 calendar. For more action-adventure news, read our Phantom Blade Zero launch report, follow the God of War Laufey game hub for updates and browse all gaming news. We will update this coverage when Santa Monica Studio shares its next announcement.
FAQ
When does God of War Laufey come out now?
May 20, 2027 on PlayStation 5, after Santa Monica Studio delayed it from February 16, 2027 on November 4, 2026.
Which platforms is God of War Laufey on?
PlayStation 5 is the only announced platform.
Do pre-orders still work after the delay?
Yes. The PlayStation Blog pre-order post was updated with the new date and still lists the same pre-order bonus and Digital Deluxe contents.
Why was God of War Laufey delayed?
The studio said it wants to use the extra time for finishing touches. It did not name a specific problem.
Who plays Faye?
Deborah Ann Woll plays Laufey (Faye), according to the announced cast.
How we got here
- June 2, 2026God of War Laufey revealed at State of Play.
- September 29, 2026Pre-orders open.
- October 13, 2026Collector Box pre-orders begin.
- November 4, 2026Release delayed to May 20, 2027.
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