The latest gameplay trailer for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad has pleasantly surprised Game of Thrones fans, many commenting on its high-quality graphics. Since the HBO series concluded in 2019, attempts to reignite the franchise’s fervor have fallen short. While a successful TV or movie revival seems unlikely, the gaming world offers potential. Surprisingly, even at its peak popularity, Game of Thrones lacked a truly exceptional video game adaptation. The franchise seems perfectly suited for a lore-rich, story-driven open-world RPG, a genre currently dominating the gaming landscape. While such a large-scale game hasn’t materialized yet, a new Game of Thrones title is on the horizon.
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, initially unveiled at The Game Awards 2024, has recently released a gameplay sneak peek trailer. While designed for mobile and PC (with no console version planned), the game’s visuals have impressed fans, defying typical mobile game expectations. This unexpected quality has generated excitement within the Game of Thrones community.
Several YouTube comments reflect this positive reception. One user expressed renewed hope for mobile games, stating, “Really happy you are releasing on Windows too! I had long written off mobile games but this one is giving me hope for the genre again.” Another simply exclaimed, “It looks amazing I can’t wait to play it.” The desire for a console port is also evident, with a third comment adding, “That looks actually cool! Please make a console port!”
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Gameplay
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Although a release date remains unannounced, a closed beta test is scheduled for January 16th to 22nd. Interested players can register for the beta here.
Developed by Netmarble, a South Korean mobile game studio, Kingsroad’s potential remains to be seen. While fan demand for a console version exists, given Netmarble’s focus on mobile gaming, a console release appears unlikely.
