Bruce Straley Apologizes to Santa Monica Studio After Criticizing AAA Innovation

By Michael Cripe · IGN · 2026-09-19

IGN reports that former Naughty Dog director Bruce Straley issued a public apology to the team behind God of War Laufey. The designer recently cited the upcoming PlayStation sequel as an example of a broader lack of innovation in high-budget gaming. Straley clarified his remarks

IGN reports that former Naughty Dog director Bruce Straley issued a public apology to the team behind God of War Laufey. The designer recently cited the upcoming PlayStation sequel as an example of a broader lack of innovation in high-budget gaming. Straley clarified his remarks