When discussing genre-defining works, few would dispute that Game of Thrones has become the epitome of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO miniseries, the world of Westeros has been relatively quiet, with the exception of the spin-off series, House of the Dragon.
However, the gaming landscape is about to change as Netmarble's highly anticipated Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is set to enter early access on March 26th. There's just one catch: this launch is exclusively on Steam, at least for now. This is a notable move for Netmarble, a company traditionally known for its focus on mobile gaming. The hope is that a successful Steam early access campaign will pave the way for a mobile release in the near future.
Netmarble's decision to prioritize a Steam launch might seem puzzling given their mobile-centric history. It's possible that this could be a strategic stress test, as PC players are known for their rigorous scrutiny of game performance and user experience. This approach, however, might leave mobile gamers feeling sidelined, a sentiment echoed in similar moves by other companies with titles like Once Human and Delta Force, which also prioritized PC over mobile.
This could signal a broader trend among traditionally mobile-focused companies shifting towards a PC-first strategy. Only time will tell if this becomes a more widespread approach.
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?
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