How Much Money Has the God of War Franchise Generated?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a passionate gamer and content creator, I‘ve followed the God of War franchise closely across its acclaimed 9 game span. With the record-setting launch of God of War Ragnarök in late 2022, it raises a key question:

Just how much total money has this iconic PlayStation series earned to date?

Let‘s analyze the data and financial impact of Kratos‘ brutal saga over the years:

God of War Franchise Lifetime Sales

  • Total franchise sales through Sept. 2022: Over 23 million units
  • Estimated lifetime sales now over 25+ million after Ragnarök
  • Original PS2 trilogy likely sold ~4-4.5 million units each
  • 2018‘s God of War (PS4) sold over 10 million units alone

This hit series sits comfortably among gaming‘s elite blockbusters.

Estimated Total Franchise Revenue

  • Typical profit margin for 1st party games is ~30%
  • At $60 avg, over ~$2.3 to $2.75 billion total revenue
  • Additional from DLC, PS Plus, merchandise/media sales

An utterly massive figure from software alone, not counting newer media efforts.

The Record-Breaking Impact of God of War Ragnarök

  • Sold over 11+ million units in just 10 weeks
  • Now fastest-selling PlayStation Studios title ever
  • Likely over $600+ million revenue quickly
  • Could drive over $1 billion for the franchise
  • PS5 bundles providing extra sales lift

Ragnarök has taken the series to new commercial heights on PS5.

Conclusion: An Icon of PlayStation Gaming

With astronomical sales, huge profits, widespread critical acclaim, and Kratos now engraved into PlayStation‘s identity after nearly 20 years – it‘s clear God of War stands as one of Sony‘s most valuable franchises ever created alongside Gran Turismo, Spiderman, Uncharted, and The Last of Us.

Considering rumors of a full Norse saga trilogy conclusion and expansion to PC platforms, God of War is now a multi-billion dollar game empire that will drive financial success for Sony Interactive Entertainment for years to come.

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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