When it comes to defining the genre of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences, few works stand out as prominently as Game of Thrones. 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 world is set to reignite the fervor with Netmarble's upcoming release, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, which will hit early access on March 26th. There's a catch, though: for now, it's exclusively launching on Steam, leaving mobile players in anticipation.
Netmarble, traditionally known for its focus on mobile gaming, is taking a bold step with this PC-first approach. Given the massive appeal of the Game of Thrones franchise, this move could potentially draw a significant audience to Steam. Here's hoping that a successful early access campaign will pave the way for a mobile version sooner rather than later.
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Netmarble's strategy is somewhat puzzling, especially given their long-standing focus on mobile gaming. This could be seen as a stress test, as PC players tend to be more critical of any perceived flaws in the gaming experience. However, this approach leaves mobile enthusiasts, who are often more forgiving, waiting on the sidelines. It echoes similar strategies employed by other companies with titles like Once Human and Delta Force, suggesting a possible shift towards PC-first releases among traditionally mobile-focused developers.
Whether this marks a broader trend towards prioritizing PC over mobile remains to be seen. In the meantime, if you're eager to pass the time until Game of Thrones: Kingsroad makes 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?
