Deborah Ann Woll, who reprises her role as Laufey in the upcoming God of War Laufey, has expressed indifference to the negative online reception that greeted the game's announcement. The backlash, largely stemming from the game's focus on a female protagonist instead of Kratos, has not fazed Woll.
Speaking at Florida Supercon to TikTok influencer quinnphobic, Woll shared her perspective on the criticism. "Genuinely, I thought I was going to be much more affected by it, but one, I'm not on social media, so that helps, and two, I don't know, I feel totally unbothered," she stated. "Because I just know it's great. It's okay if it's not your cup of tea, but in no universe is it bad."
The decision by Sony Santa Monica to shift the focus away from Kratos, a central figure since the series' inception, has been a point of contention for some players. However, the game's reveal trailer and demo suggest a continuation of the franchise's spirit. The prospect of exploring the afterlife with a new companion, as hinted in the game's presentation, aligns with the series' evolving narrative direction.
Some observers felt the Norse setting had run its course by the end of God of War: Ragnarök, suggesting that new characters were needed for the series' longevity. Sony Santa Monica has also indicated that Kratos will appear in future titles, potentially mitigating concerns about his permanent absence.
Speculation also surrounds the potential PC release of God of War Laufey. While previous installments like God of War and God of War: Ragnarök eventually made their way to PC after initial PlayStation exclusivity, Sony has recently expressed a renewed commitment to keeping future titles exclusive to its consoles. This move could potentially limit God of War Laufey to PlayStation platforms, a decision that some believe may be revisited given the significant investment in game development and the importance of the PC market for broader distribution.