Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast God of War Kratos Actor FINALLY Revealed - Kinda Funny Games Daily 01.15.26
Jan 15, 2026
This discussion features the exciting casting of Ryan Hurst as Kratos for the live-action adaptation of God of War. The first look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft sparks reactions about the upcoming Tomb Raider series. Ubisoft's potential remake of Black Flag invites speculation and hopes for a Prince of Persia revival. The impact of Meta layoffs on VR studios raises concerns, while Eidos Montreal teases an ambitious new project. Finally, the upcoming Life is Strange reveal promises fresh directions for the beloved series.
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Faithful Design Signals Good Intent
- Prime Video leans into faithful visual design for Tomb Raider's series to signal respect for the source.
- Tim Gettys praises the costume's game-accurate details as a strong opening choice.
Sophie Turner's Range Informs Casting
- Tim Gettys shares his mixed history with Sophie Turner across roles like Game of Thrones and X-Men when assessing her as Lara Croft.
- He points to her scene-stealing performance in a comedy as evidence of range.
Silence Fuels Speculation
- Ubisoft's quiet uploads and fragmented signals fuel speculation about Black Flag and Prince of Persia remakes.
- Greg Miller calls for clearer communication, saying gamers are tired of guessing.