Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Hits Steam Early Access

• Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is entering early access soon.
• There is one caveat: it will initially be available only on Steam.
• This early access phase will be the public's first chance to get hands-on with the game.

Few would dispute that Game of Thrones has become a defining example of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences. However, since the HBO series concluded, the world of Westeros has remained relatively quiet, aside from the spin-off, House of the Dragon.

That is about to change in gaming. Netmarble's upcoming title, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, is scheduled to launch into early access on March 26th. There is one notable limitation for mobile gamers: the initial release will be exclusive to Steam.

This is a notable shift for Netmarble, a company traditionally focused on mobile platforms. Yet, if any franchise has the widespread appeal to attract significant attention, it's Game of Thrones. A successful Steam early access period could pave the way for a mobile release in the near future.

Netmarble's strategy is somewhat puzzling, given their long-standing mobile focus. This move could be a stress test, as PC players are typically less forgiving of issues that impact the gameplay experience.

However, it leaves the more accepting mobile player base waiting. This approach mirrors recent releases like Once Human and Delta Force, where other developers also prioritized PC over mobile.

Is this signaling a broader trend of traditionally mobile-first companies adopting a PC-first strategy? Only time will tell.

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