Why is Atreus called Loki?
Atreus is called Loki because, in the game God of War, it's revealed through plot progression that he is actually the young version of the Norse god Loki. Twists and turns, right?
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In Norse mythology, Loki has a lot of identities and Atreus just happens to be one of them! It's a cool tie-in by the game developers.
Atreus is Loki because that's how the story in God of War is written. Narrative choice, simple as that.
Atreus is Loki because it adds an awesome layer to the character development in God of War. Plus, who doesn't love a good plot twist?
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