We have come across casting details that further corroborate that the studio is already hard at work on the title. Moreover, this casting call reveals the very first plot details surrounding an entirely new character.
According to a casting call we've recently uncovered, the project's codename (or at least the casting codename) is 'Valkyrie.' Attached to it are two people who previously worked on several MachineGames titles, being Performance Director Tom Keegan and Casting Director Emily Schweber. Keegan is fresh off directing the performances in the studio's last game, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, while Schweber helped shape the cast of the previous Wolfenstein entries.
The casting calls for the role of a character named Sofiya, which might or might not be a reference to the character Zofia Blazkowicz, mother of William "B.J." Blazkowicz, the protagonist of the franchise.
This new character is described as a Ukrainian orphan between the ages of 8 and 11 who, alongside her adopted dog Ralph, is said to form a bond with William and accompany him on his travels. So, in case there was any doubt, it's safe to assume the beloved Nazi-stomping protagonist is returning.
The description also gives us a glimpse into Sofiya's background, noting that, 'While initially suspicious and traumatized by war, she blooms under the care of the resistance (possibly referring to the Kreisau Circle) as a strong-willed survivor.' It might be a bit of a long shot, but given the heavy emphasis placed on her role, we could be gearing up for a The Last of Us-esque dynamic where B.J. takes on a protector role. Especially since we know B.J. is becoming a father in this timeline, taking a young orphan under his wing feels like a natural progression for his character.
Lastly, the casting call notes that performance capture is scheduled to kick off in April, with additional shooting dates planned for later in 2026 and extending into 2027.
