God of War Laufey arrives on PS5 on February 16, 2027. Preorders opened on September 29, 2026, and the announcement covers both the Last Wish preorder items and the Digital Deluxe Edition. Santa Monica Studio also explained how Faye's Serpent Bow switches between aimed shots and quicker volleys. The PlayStation.Blog: First look at God of War Laufey article introduces Faye's journey through the afterlife of the gods, called the Everywhen, and her effort to protect Kratos and Atreus.
What comes with a preorder
The PlayStation.Blog: God of War Laufey preorder and editions article says the standard preorder bonus includes the Last Wish Armor Set, the Phranque Golden Leaves cosmetic appearance and an in-game resource pack. The PlayStation.Blog preorder article says the items unlock through story progression. The preorder announcement does not list a separate early-access period, so these bonuses are in-game items rather than a head start on the campaign.
The Digital Deluxe Edition adds the Dark Alchemy Armor Set, Dark Alchemy Blade, Dark Alchemy Bow Scales and Dark Alchemy Catalyst. It also includes another resource pack, a digital mini artbook and the official digital soundtrack. The Dark Alchemy Bow Scales are connected to the Serpent Bow's equipment system, where each scale changes the weapon's look and provides a perk.
The Serpent Bow has two aiming styles
Faye's bow uses pressure on the aim trigger to switch between two modes. A full press gives her precision aim and greater draw distance, letting players target specific parts of an enemy to hinder movement or attacks. In that stance she can charge and stack up to five arrows before releasing a volley.
A half press uses a more mobile hip-fire stance. It fires clusters of arrows quickly at close range and lets Faye keep moving as she chains attacks. The bow can also use different arrow types, including rapid-fire, explosive and multi-target options. This gives it jobs at several ranges, from opening a fight with a targeted shot to extending a combo against nearby enemies.
Bow scales and gear shape the build
The Serpent Bow's scales change both its appearance and its gameplay perk. Players can select from multiple types, then unlock skills to extend the weapon further. The Digital Deluxe Dark Alchemy scales are one listed example, so the edition includes a cosmetic and functional variant for the bow rather than only a visual skin.
The bow sits alongside other equipment choices. Santa Monica Studio describes armor as carrying gameplay perks, stats and looks. Faye can also customize her blade's element and choose Catalysts, artifacts that channel magic from the Everywhen and produce different effects. Those systems mean the editions' items intersect with combat customization, though story progression is still needed to unlock the preorder pieces.
Release date and platform
PlayStation.Blog lists February 16, 2027 as the launch date and PS5 as the platform. Preorders started September 29 at 10:00 a.m. local time according to PlayStation's announcement. Prices and edition availability can vary by storefront and region, so the local PlayStation Store listing is the place to confirm what a buyer will pay.
Faye's story begins after her funeral, when she awakens in a strange land and discovers that plans she made to protect Kratos and Atreus are at risk. Santa Monica Studio calls that afterlife the Everywhen, where gods from different mythologies compete for power. The bow details add a clearer picture of the moment-to-moment combat, but the announcement's edition list remains the source for what each purchase includes.
Frequently asked questions
When does God of War Laufey release?
The PS5 release date is February 16, 2027.
What is included in the preorder bonus?
The Last Wish Armor Set, Phranque Golden Leaves cosmetic appearance and an in-game resource pack.
What does the Digital Deluxe Edition add?
It adds Dark Alchemy armor and weapon items, a resource pack, digital mini artbook and official soundtrack.
How does Faye's Serpent Bow work?
A full trigger press gives precise aiming and charged volleys, while a half press switches to mobile hip-fire clusters.
Picking an edition
The preorder bonus is a small set of items that unlock during the story. Digital Deluxe adds equipment options, an artbook and soundtrack. Choose between them based on whether those extras are worth the higher local price to you. The Serpent Bow itself is part of Faye's combat system, with the two aiming modes described in the studio article.
