God of War series sparks outrage as creator slams first photo: “It looks ridiculous”

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After blockbuster games like The Last of Us, Tomb Raider, and Halo found their way to TV, another iconic title stepped up for its own live-action series: God of War. But fans hoping for smooth sailing quickly got drama instead—the very first image from Amazon Prime’s adaptation stirred an immediate reaction, especially from the game’s original creator.

God of War Heads to TV

Following other high-profile video game adaptations, God of War received a series order from Amazon Prime. The first official photo, released during production, gave audiences an early look at Kratos, played by Ryan Hurst, and his son Atreus, portrayed by Callum Vinson, tracking through the woods in a hunting scene reminiscent of the franchise’s iconic gameplay moments.

The Image That Sparked a Backlash

The promotional still circulated quickly on social media, but not everyone was impressed. Chief among the critics was David Jaffe, creator of the

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