Game of Thrones: Kingsroad hits early access on Steam

When it comes to defining the genre of dark medieval fantasy, few works stand as prominently as *Game of Thrones*, especially to modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO miniseries, the world of Westeros has been largely quiet, save for the spin-off series *House of the Dragon*. However, the silence is breaking, particularly in the gaming arena, with Netmarble's upcoming release, *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad*, set to launch in early access on March 26th. There's a small caveat for mobile gamers though—it's exclusively launching on Steam for now.

This move marks an interesting shift for Netmarble, a company traditionally known for its focus on mobile gaming. Given the widespread appeal of *Game of Thrones*, this could be the perfect opportunity to capture a broad audience. Here's hoping that a successful Steam early access campaign will pave the way for a mobile release in the near future.

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Netmarble's decision to launch on PC first is somewhat puzzling, given their history in the mobile sector. It might be a strategic move to stress-test the game, as PC gamers tend to be more critical of any issues that could detract from their experience. However, this approach leaves mobile gamers, who have traditionally been more forgiving, waiting on the sidelines. This tactic mirrors recent moves by other companies, such as the launches of *Once Human* and *Delta Force*, which also prioritized PC over mobile.

Could we be witnessing a broader shift towards PC-first strategies from companies traditionally focused on mobile? Only time will tell.

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?