16 Years Later, Game Of Thrones Is Officially Returning To The Genre It Was Made For

Published Sep 3, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT Known as 'Cyberpunk 2077's' biggest fan, Angharad is a Welsh games writer who thrives in anything related to digital storytelling. If a video game explores the intricacies and horrors of womanhood, she is there. Thanks to previous work at GAMINGbible, GameByte, The Loadout, Game Luster, Angharad has built a strong understanding of both the digital world and what fans want from it and is eager to share her thoughts and expertise with readers. It is hard to believe that it was 30 years ago this year that Game of Thrones was published. As the first entry in the A Song of Ice and Fire series by author George R.R. Martin, there is now perhaps not a single person alive who does not recognize the name, all thanks to HBO, who brought the books to life courtesy of an award-winning television show. A Cultural Phenomenon Was Born Running from 2011 to 2019, Game of Thrones was a cultural phenomenon, introducing many people to the high fantasy world where dragons roam and the undead march. Whilst the final season may have left fans with a sour taste in their mouth, there is no denying the impact that the show had on the media landscape, especially as it has since gone on to allow others of Martin's work to be adapted to the big screen, such as in House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. However, it is not just television that is jumping on the A Song of Ice and Fire bandwagon, as video game developers are also seeing what it would be like to take players to the Seven Kingdoms. With mobile games such as Game of Thrones: Conquest and Game of Thrones: Dragonfire already making waves, it is an upcoming real-time strategy game for PC that has captured our attention. Game of Thrones Was Born For This Genre Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is an upcoming real-time strategy video game developed by PlaySide Studios and set for launch in 2027 following a recent delay. Based on the hit television show, the game will allow players to conquer the Seven Kingdoms and sit the Iron Throne by commanding armies, rallying iconic heroes, and even rewriting the fate of the realm. By commanding the armies of House Stark, House Lannister, House Targaryen, and even the Night King's army alongside the White Walker himself, you will be able to lay waste to enemies by choosing your banner and becoming a true war commander. With the help of infantry, cavalry, siege engines, giants, and dragons, you will be able to break enemy lines in brutal real-time battles by activating hero abilities and outplaying your rivals. Whether you play in a bloody solo campaign or go head-to-head with other players in brutal multiplayer skirmishes, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros truly allows the beloved franchise to come to life in all of its gory details. As mentioned, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is set to launch on PC some time in 2027, but it is now available to add to your wishlist. If you are a fan of the beloved show, or just want to give it a better ending, look no further than this ultimate Game of Thrones-inspired release. Release Date 2011 - 2019-00-00 Showrunner David Benioff, D.B. Weiss Directors David Nutter, Alan Taylor, D.B. Weiss, David Benioff Cast Isaac Hempstead Wright Brandon Bran Stark Based on George R. R. Martin's ongoing A Song of Ice and Fire novel series, Game of Thrones is a fantasy drama set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos. It follows noble families like the Starks, Lannisters, and Targaryen vying for control of the Iron Throne while a rising threat from the undead looms in the North.