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

When discussing genre-defining works, few would dispute that *Game of Thrones* has become the quintessential example of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO miniseries, the world of Westeros has been relatively quiet, aside from the spin-off series *House of the Dragon*. However, that's about to change, at least in the gaming world, with Netmarble's upcoming release, *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad*, set to launch into early access on March 26th. There's just one small caveat for mobile enthusiasts: this initial release will be exclusively on Steam.

This strategic move is intriguing for Netmarble, traditionally a mobile-centric company. Yet, if any title has the broad appeal to attract significant attention, it's *Game of Thrones*. Here's hoping that a successful Steam early access campaign will 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 longstanding focus on mobile gaming. This could be a stress test scenario, as PC gamers are known for their stringent feedback on anything that might detract from the gaming experience. However, this leaves mobile gamers, who have typically been more forgiving, feeling somewhat overlooked. This approach mirrors the strategies seen with other titles like *Once Human* and *Delta Force*, where PC versions were prioritized over mobile.

This trend might indicate a shift towards PC-first strategies among companies traditionally focused on mobile gaming. Only time will tell if this becomes a more widespread approach.

While waiting for *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad* to make its way to mobile devices, 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?