I think they are stepping in the right direction.
1st GoW was great for me, because it was a greek tragedy story, but then they went full commercial in 2nd and 3rd.
Dont get me wrong, gameplay and graphics were great, but i got bored really fast because of Kratos personality (or the lack of it). He had nothing to care for or to be afraid of.
Having a familiy to care for and reflect about how your decisions will affect them gives him much more depth.