"Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Now in Early Access on Steam"

Game of Thrones has long been recognized as the epitome of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO series, the world of Westeros has been relatively quiet, save for the spin-off "House of the Dragon." However, fans of the franchise have reason to celebrate, especially on the gaming front, as Netmarble's eagerly anticipated Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is set to launch in early access on March 26th. There's a caveat, though: it's exclusively coming to Steam for now, which might disappoint mobile gamers.

This decision marks a notable shift for Netmarble, a company traditionally focused on mobile gaming. The choice to debut Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on Steam could be a strategic move to leverage the immense popularity of the Game of Thrones brand to attract a broader audience. A successful early access period on Steam could pave the way for a future mobile release, so fingers crossed for a swift transition.

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Netmarble's decision to focus on PC first is intriguing, especially given their mobile-centric history. It might serve as a stress test, allowing them to refine the game based on feedback from typically more critical PC gamers. However, this approach leaves mobile enthusiasts, who are often more forgiving, waiting on the sidelines. This strategy mirrors recent moves by other companies with games like Once Human and Delta Force, which also prioritized PC over mobile.

This trend might indicate a broader shift among traditionally mobile-focused companies towards PC-first launches. Only time will tell if this becomes a new norm in the gaming industry.

While you're eagerly waiting 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?