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| According to the leak, Wolfenstein 3 is currently in development under the codename Valkyrie. |
For years, fans of the revived Wolfenstein series have been waiting for the other shoe to drop. The modern saga, rebooted brilliantly by MachineGames with 2014’s Wolfenstein: The New Order and its 2017 sequel, The New Colossus, was always envisioned as a trilogy. However, that narrative thread was left dangling. The 2019 co-op title, Wolfenstein: Youngblood, was largely viewed as a spin-off, leaving the fate of series hero William "B.J." Blazkowicz and the resistance against the Nazi regime an open book.
Now, a significant leak has emerged, potentially providing the first concrete look at what Wolfenstein 3 might entail. According to a new report from MP1st, later corroborated by other outlets, the project is not only real but further along in development than many suspected.
A New Companion Changes the Game
The information reportedly stems from an internal casting call for the project, which is operating under the codename "Valkyrie." The casting document, which MP1st states they have reviewed, reveals a new central character that will fundamentally alter the game's emotional core.
That character is Sofiya, described as a Ukrainian orphan between the ages of eight and eleven. The casting call details a young girl who has been deeply traumatized by war, making her initially suspicious and withdrawn. However, the narrative arc would see her "bloom under the care of the resistance as a strong-willed survivor."
This is where the story gets intriguing for long-time fans. According to the leak, Sofiya will form a deep bond with and accompany none other than B.J. Blazkowicz himself on his travels. The implication is a narrative dynamic heavily reminiscent of The Last of Us, with the battle-hardened Blazkowicz stepping into a protector role. Given that the current timeline has B.J. expecting children with his wife, Anya, taking a young orphan under his wing feels like a natural and emotionally resonant progression for the character.
For those wanting to dive deeper into the specific details of the casting call, including the mention of Sofiya's adopted dog, Ralph, you can read the full breakdown from the original source here: Report: Wolfenstein 3 First Story Details Unveiled as Casting Begins.
Production Heats Up
While MachineGames has remained officially silent, studio director Jerk Gustafsson hinted earlier this year that the studio’s "intention has always been to return to the iconic franchise." The new leak suggests they have now fully shifted focus to that return.
The casting call indicates that performance capture is scheduled to begin in April, with additional shooting dates planned throughout 2026 and extending into 2027. This timeline suggests that while the game is deep in production, it is likely still a ways off from release. It is believed that the studio ramped up full development on "Valkyrie" after shipping Indiana Jones and the Great Circle at the end of 2024.
A Coordinated Return?
Adding another layer to the speculation, reports suggest that Bethesda is not just planning a game release. The company is reportedly working on a Wolfenstein TV series adaptation for Prime Video. The goal, according to insiders, would be to coordinate the release of the series to coincide with the launch of the third game, creating a synergy similar to what has been seen with other major entertainment franchises.
For fans who have been waiting since 2017 to conclude B.J.'s story, the wait may still be long, but it finally appears that the journey is officially underway. The introduction of Sofiya promises to bring a new kind of warmth and vulnerability to a series known for its over-the-top Nazi-killing, potentially creating the most compelling narrative in the franchise's history.