Indeed, Playside Studios has announced Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, a premium real-time strategy game for PC. If commanding armies in a world built by George R.R. Martin sounds appetizing, your watch is about to begin.
Game Director Ryan McMahon at PlaySide Studios takes one to an exhilarating horizon. According to him, this is not pure observation of the Seven Kingdoms intricacies but real "War for Westeros." Will you choose to command the noble Starks, the cunning Lannisters, or the fiery Targaryens or even the terrifying forces of the Night King The fate of the realm lies firmly on your shoulders.
What do future rulers have in store for them Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is putting you right in the midst of vast RTS battlefields. Winning will involve more than simply smashing it with sheer force- using cunning alliances and learning the trickery against your competition is going to be key as well.
That's what every faction wants to be a group in itself, with distinct gameplay strategies, legendary heroes, specialized armies, and mechanics taken directly from the sometimes cruel but rich lore of Westeros. Think about marching lines of infantry, charging cavalry, crumbling siege engines, and even giant and terrifying dragon-breath to break enemy waves himself. You've got to outthink and outmove, to utilize the awesome power of those hero abilities and sharp instincts of a seasoned commander.
The game's flexibility allows you to choose how to go to war; short skirmish matches or a broader campaign engulfing the entire Seven Kingdoms, those are just a few examples of what you can dive into. Either solo or tackle it with some allies. Everything you choose, every battle won or lost, will have bearing on the future.
Playside Studios promises to create the ultimate "what if" scenario for fans with War for Westeros. Fans would be given the chance to relive and then change the most memorable battles or pivotal moments in the series within "War for Westeros." Treacherous political scenery will be navigated, powerful bannermen called to the cause, allegiances swayed, and foes outsmarted within an ever-changing struggle for ultimate power.
Mark your calendars; the year is 2026, and in it, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is set to launch its unleashing. You can, meanwhile, head over to Steam and add it to your wishlist. The battle for Westeros is poised to begin, but this time you're in command.
