Cory Barlog is furious that fans must avoid spoilers, calling it “completely f*cking stupid” that some fans must do so. He clearly states that this is not how Santa Monica Studio intended the launch to go. Indeed, if even one fan has something ruined for them, the hype and anticipation for God of War Ragnarok could be completely destroyed.
To emphasize how prevalent they are, some comments on Cory Barlog’s thread include screenshots, links, and other references to leaked information. Sony and Santa Monica are no doubt doing everything they can to keep this under control, but fans should avoid going there for the time being. And it’s unfortunate that some retailers somewhere, as well as those who bought the game, may have ruined the experience for so many fans.