God of War Laufey Collector Box Sparks Controversy By Excluding Game [2026 Update]

As originally reported by TalkEsport, Santa Monica Studio has officially opened pre-orders for the God of War Laufey Collector’s Box ahead of its slated February 16, 2027 launch. However, the premium bundle has immediately drawn intense scrutiny from the gaming community due to a glaring omission: it does not include a physical disc or digital voucher for the game itself. Retailing at €149.99 across European PlayStation Direct storefronts and £129.99 in the United Kingdom, the limited-edition package is strictly capped at one unit per customer order. Instead of playable software, the package focuses purely on display memorabilia. Enthusiasts receive an illuminated resin statue of Laufey the Just, a bespoke 51-card Oracle Deck, and a collector’s Mini Artbook detailing Norse visual development. This physical uncoupling strategy mirrors broader industry publishing trends seen when redefined bundled incentives. Prospective buyers must therefore acquire game software independently at standard retail pricing to experience Faye's narrative.