Ethan Crossfield 
A new God of War release is officially set for early 2028, but it is not the next chapter in Kratos' story. Prime 1 Studio has revealed a premium God of War Ragnarok Atreus statue priced at $2,299, giving collectors something substantial to anticipate while the franchise's next game remains in development.
What happened
The Japanese collectible manufacturer has opened pre-orders for a 1/3-scale Atreus statue based on his appearance in God of War Ragnarok. The piece stands approximately 37.8 inches tall, with a width of 22 inches and a depth of 27.2 inches, making it closer to a major display centerpiece than a conventional gaming collectible.
Atreus is accompanied by a bear and a wolf. The animals reflect his shapeshifting abilities while also reinforcing the relationship between Atreus and Kratos. Prime 1 Studio presents the bear as a symbol of Kratos and the wolf as a representation of Atreus, emphasizing the pair's growth into equals.
The $2,299 price applies to the Deluxe Bonus edition, which includes interchangeable hands, arms, and head sculpts, as well as a bonus Mask of Creation. Production is limited to 350 units worldwide. A standard edition is also available for $1,999, though it does not include those extra components. Neither version is expected to ship immediately; the current delivery window runs from January through April 2028.
Why it matters
The announcement arrives as fans continue waiting for the next playable God of War experience. God of War Ragnarok launched in November 2022 and received broad critical acclaim, but the series has not received another mainline release since then. That gap has left Kratos' future as one of the more closely watched questions surrounding PlayStation's major franchises.
This statue will not answer those story questions, but its timing puts it in the same conversation. It is a high-cost celebration of Ragnarok rather than a software release, and the limited production run places it firmly in the collector market. The scale, alternate parts, and exclusive mask help explain the premium, although the price will restrict it to dedicated fans with substantial display space and budgets.
What to watch next
Before the Atreus statue ships, fans are expected to receive another God of War-related release. God of War Laufey is scheduled for February 2027 and will feature Faye as its protagonist. Details remain limited, but it is described as a spin-off rather than the next Kratos-led entry.
A new God of War game starring Kratos has already been confirmed to be in development for after that project. Beyond that confirmation, there is currently little information about its release timing or other details. For now, the statue provides a concrete 2028 date, while the series' next major game remains much less defined.
Key takeaways for God of War fans
- Prime 1 Studio's Atreus statue is scheduled to ship between January and April 2028.
- The Deluxe Bonus edition costs $2,299 and is limited to 350 units worldwide.
- The standard statue costs $1,999 and excludes the Deluxe Bonus accessories.
- God of War Laufey is scheduled to arrive in February 2027 with Faye as its protagonist.
- The next Kratos-led God of War game is in development, but its timing is unknown.
Atreus statue editions
| Edition | Price | Notable contents |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $1,999 | Base statue without the Deluxe Bonus parts |
| Deluxe Bonus | $2,299 | Swappable hands, arms, head sculpts, and Mask of Creation; limited to 350 units |
Expert View
Prime 1 Studio's announcement is significant less because it advances God of War and more because it shows how strongly Ragnarok continues to support premium merchandise. A $2,299 statue will never be a mass-market substitute for a new game, but the limited Deluxe edition gives collectors a tangible way to mark Atreus' role while the franchise waits for its next major chapter. The important date for most players remains February 2027, when the spin-off is due, while the next Kratos adventure is still the larger unanswered question.
