God of War PS4 PlayStation 4

We've known for a long time that the latest God of War nearly used Egyptian mythology as a backdrop rather than Norse. According to the game's director, Cory Barlog, Santa Monica Studio was split down the middle for the setting, and it was his tie-breaking decision that ultimately led to the frosty, foreboding world of the Norse gods we know and love.

However, a new piece of concept art was shown during a talk at Devcom, depicting an early version of Kratos and his son facing off against Egyptian baddies big and small. The photo isn't the best, but you get the idea:

God of War Egyptian Mythology Concept Art PS4 PlayStation 4

Microphone stand aside, it's a cool image, and shows just how close the game came to this alternate setting.

What do you think of this concept art? Would you have preferred an Egyptian setting, or do you think Barlog made the right call? Walk like an Egyptian in the comments below.

[source gearnuke.com]