When discussing genre-defining works, few would dispute that *Game of Thrones* stands as a prime example of dark medieval fantasy for modern audiences. Since the conclusion of the HBO miniseries, the world of Westeros has remained largely untouched, aside from the spin-off, *House of the Dragon*. But that's about to change, at least in the gaming sphere, with Netmarble's much-anticipated *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad* set to enter early access on March 26th. There's just one catch for mobile gamers: for now, this launch is exclusive to Steam.

This move is intriguing for Netmarble, a company traditionally known for its mobile game offerings. Given the widespread appeal of *Game of Thrones*, this could be the perfect title to draw in a massive audience. Here's hoping a successful Steam early access campaign paves the way for a mobile release sooner rather than later.

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Netmarble's strategy here is somewhat puzzling, given their long-standing focus on mobile gaming. It's possible that this Steam launch serves as a stress test, as PC players are known to be more critical of any perceived flaws in the gaming experience. However, this approach leaves mobile players, who have generally been more forgiving, somewhat sidelined. This follows a pattern seen with other releases like *Once Human* and *Delta Force*, where PC versions were prioritized over mobile.

Are we witnessing a trend where traditionally mobile-centric companies are shifting towards a PC-first approach? Only time will tell.

If you're eager to pass the time while waiting for *Game of Thrones: Kingsroad* to hit mobile, why not explore some of the latest entries on our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?