Game of Thrones: Kingsroad hits early access on Steam

When it comes to genre-defining works, few would argue that *Game of Thrones* has become the epitome of dark medieval fantasy, especially to 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 with Netmarble's eagerly anticipated release, *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad*, set to enter early access on March 26th. There's just one caveat for mobile enthusiasts: this initial launch is exclusively on Steam.

This strategic move by Netmarble, a company traditionally focused on mobile gaming, is intriguing. Given the widespread appeal of *Game of Thrones*, this could be the perfect opportunity to capture a broad audience. A successful Steam early access phase might 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-standing focus on mobile gaming. It's possible this serves as a stress test, as PC gamers are known to be more critical of any perceived flaws in the gaming experience. This approach, however, might leave mobile players, who have historically been more forgiving, feeling sidelined. This tactic echoes similar moves by other companies with games like *Once Human* and *Delta Force*, which also prioritized PC over mobile.

Is this a sign of a broader shift towards PC-first strategies among traditionally mobile-focused companies? Only time will tell.

While you wait for *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad* to make its way to mobile, why not explore some of the latest releases on our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?