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God of War Laufey Beginner Guide — Everything You Need to Know

Updated 2026-06-03

God of War Laufey puts you in the boots of Faye (also known as Laufey), Kratos' wife and a giant in her own right. If you're coming from the main God of War series, expect a different kind of experience. Faye isn't a brawler like Kratos — she's faster, more tactical, and her combat leans into magic, giant-forged weapons, and stealth.

What Makes Laufey Different From Kratos

  • Faye wields a giant's war spear instead of the Leviathan Axe or Blades of Chaos
  • Her combat focuses on reach, precision, and elemental magic tied to each mythology
  • Stealth is a bigger factor — Faye was a survivor who avoided unnecessary fights
  • The skill tree is split into Norse, Egyptian, and Mongol paths — you choose which to invest in
  • Puzzles are more environmental, requiring you to manipulate the three realms

Tips for Your First Few Hours

  1. Explore everything — side paths often hide permanent stat upgrades and lore tablets.
  2. Don't ignore the Egyptian skill tree early on. It gives you mobility tools that make exploration easier.
  3. Talk to every NPC. Faye's story is told through conversations, not just cutscenes.
  4. Upgrade your spear first. It's your primary tool for both combat and traversal.
  5. Read the codex entries. They explain how the three mythologies connect and why Faye is traveling through them.
Unlike Kratos, Faye can climb faster and doesn't tire as easily. Use verticality to your advantage — many fights can be won from above with the spear.

FAQ

Do I need to play God of War (2018) and Ragnarök first?
It helps, but it's not required. God of War Laufey is a prequel that explores Faye's life before she met Kratos. You'll understand references to the main games, but the story stands on its own.
Is God of War Laufey harder than Ragnarök?
Based on early impressions, the combat is more tactical and less forgiving. Faye is less durable than Kratos, so blocking and dodging matter more. The difficulty feels closer to a Souls-lite than the mainline God of War games.

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