God of War Laufey adds Serpent’s Bow, pre-orders and Digital Deluxe contents announced

Santa Monica Studio revealed combat details and purchase options for God of War Laufey. The most notable gameplay addition is a new weapon for Faye: the Serpent's Bow. Pre-orders for the game open September 29, and a Digital Deluxe Edition with several digital bonuses was detailed. The game is set to release February 16, 2027 on PlayStation 5.

• Holding the fire button charges a precision shot that can target enemy weak points and disrupt movement or offense.
• Charging also lets Faye notch and fire up to five arrows at once, allowing for concentrated damage or stagger on tougher foes.

Faye can switch between multiple arrow types, including rapid-fire, explosive, and multi-targeting options. The Serpent's Bow is further customizable through scales that change both its appearance and performance, letting players tailor how the bow behaves in combat.

Short clips released alongside the reveal demonstrate Faye juggles and mid-air knockups, then uses quick arrow volleys to continue pressure before resuming melee combos. The bow's speed and charged volleys suggest a design focused on hybrid melee-ranged flow rather than pure sniping.

Pre-orders open September 29. Items listed as pre-order bonuses include: Last Wish Armor Set, Phranque Golden Leaves appearance (cosmetic), and an in-game resource pack. The article notes items marked with an asterisk are unlocked via story progression.

Sony and Santa Monica Studio outlined a Digital Deluxe Edition (price not listed in the reveal). Contents include: Dark Alchemy Armor Set, Dark Alchemy Blade, Dark Alchemy Bow Scales, Dark Alchemy Catalyst, an in-game resource pack, a digital mini artbook, and the official God of War Laufey digital soundtrack.

God of War Laufey is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027. The game centers on Faye—Kratos' wife—who navigates the Everywhen, the gods' afterlife, after dying at the start of God of War (2018). The Serpent's Bow appears intended to expand Faye's combat options inside that setting.

Players should expect a hybrid melee-ranged build possibility for Faye that rewards mixing short bow shots with sword play. Customizable scales and multiple arrow types create room for varied playstyles. Pre-order bonuses provide early cosmetic and resource advantages, while the Digital Deluxe Edition bundles additional cosmetics, resources, and digital extras like the soundtrack and mini artbook.