Character Quote by Cory Barlog
“We did so much work developing the character of Kratos, why would we throw all that out? We're sort of treating the first seven games like chapter one of this character's life.”
About This Quote
Source Developer Diary: God of War Series, 2018
He defends continuity of Kratos' character across games, treating early titles as foundational chapters of his story
In simple terms: Kratos' early games are essential parts of his story
Preserve character consistency across sequels
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- game design
- franchise planning
- fan discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does early character work influence later storytelling?
- Is it better to evolve or reinvent a protagonist?
May limit creative reinvention of the character