Critics have begun publishing reviews for God of War: Sons of Sparta, the retro-inspired side-scroller from Mega Cat Studios released on PS5. As of February 18, 2026 the title carries a 69 Metacritic rating, which puts it in the site’s “Mixed or Average” category.
Reviewers generally call it a competent Metroidvania with solid retro presentation, but most note it does not stand out among the many strong genre alternatives. The score makes God of War: Sons of Sparta the lowest rated entry in the franchise to date, the previous low among numbered and mainline releases was God of War: Ascension at 80. Mobile entry God of War: Betrayal is not listed on Metacritic but received generally positive notices on release in 2007.
The same report also notes the PS Store best-sellers list shows the title selling very well for its scale, suggesting commercial reception may outpace critical response. For more info on the franchise’s current roadmap, a recent report suggests a God of War side-story set in Greece could be on the way.
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God of War Sons of Sparta
Developed by Mega Cat Studios
Every legend has a beginning – before he was a God, before he was a father, Kratos was a young Spartan!
Experience an untold chapter in Kratos’ journey set during the harsh years of Spartan training alongside his brother Deimos. Through endless trials, their minds, bodies, and hearts have been molded to become Spartan soldiers for whom duty and honor mean everything.
After a fellow cadet goes missing, Kratos and Deimos vow to find him and embark on an adventure that will put their training and Spartan spirit to the test.
- Genre: Platform, Adventure
- Platforms: PlayStation 5
- Modes: Single player, Co-operative
- Release: 2026-02-12
- Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
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Age Rating:
ESRB T / PEGI 16 / CERO C / USK 16 / ACB M
