When it comes to defining the dark medieval fantasy genre, few would argue against Game of Thrones being the prime example, especially for modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO series, the world of Westeros has been relatively quiet, aside from the spin-off, House of the Dragon. However, the gaming realm is about to get a significant dose of Westeros with the launch of Netmarble's Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, which is set to enter early access on March 26th. There's a catch, though—it will initially be available only on Steam, leaving mobile gamers waiting for now.
This move marks an intriguing shift for Netmarble, a company traditionally known for its focus on mobile gaming. Given Game of Thrones' massive appeal, there's hope that a successful early access phase on Steam could pave the way for a mobile release sooner rather than later.
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Netmarble's decision to launch on Steam first is somewhat puzzling, given their long history with mobile gaming. It may serve as a stress test, with PC gamers known to be more critical of any perceived flaws in the gaming experience. However, this approach might leave mobile gamers, who tend to be more forgiving, feeling sidelined. This strategy echoes similar moves by other companies with games like Once Human and Delta Force, suggesting a possible trend towards PC-first releases from traditionally mobile-focused developers. Only time will tell if this shift becomes more pronounced.
While you wait for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad to make its way to mobile, why not explore some of the exciting new releases featured in our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?
