Though the series ended in unpopular fashion, Game of Thrones dominated ratings and social media discourse for the better part of a decade. While we are still awaiting the next installment in George R. R. Martin’s book series, the HBO series ended in 2019. House of the Dragon still gives fans plenty of time in Westeros, but for those who want to interact with their favorite characters from Game of Thrones, Warner Bros. and Netmarble have announced a May 21 release date for their upcoming action/RPG, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad.
Announced during The Game Awards 2024, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad allows you to craft your own story during the events of the main Game of Thrones story. Netmarble pitches this as a way to deepen the lore surrounding Game of Thrones, as Kingsroad is a story-rich experience where you visit iconic locations and interact with several of the most recognizable characters from the popular series. Players can select from different classes, including Knight, Sellsword, and Assassin, each with its strengths, weaknesses, and distinct mechanics.
You can see the full launch date trailer below.
It is currently in an abbreviated Early Access state on Steam, which began in March. As of now, with over 1,000 user reviews, the game has “Mixed” reception. In the Early Access build, players start in the North, able to explore locations like Castle Black, Winterfell, and beyond The Wall, or head south to areas like King’s Landing and Highgarden, through 50 chapters of the main story. The full version includes more areas, including the Stormlands, plus more open-world content and additional quests. The Early Access version currently costs $25, but Game of Thrones: Kingsroad will become free to play following the full version’s launch.
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad’s full version launches on PC, iOS, and Android on May 21.
