{"id":24762,"date":"2025-02-24T19:57:32","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T03:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/game-thrones-rpg-steam-next-fest-worth-your-time\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T09:26:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T16:26:46","slug":"game-thrones-rpg-steam-next-fest-worth-your-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/game-thrones-rpg-steam-next-fest-worth-your-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Game of Thrones RPG Hits Steam Next Fest\u2014But Is It Worth Your Time?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n  <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z.png\" alt=\"Image of three adventurers approaching a misty, illuminated castle set in a mountainous landscape.\" class=\"wp-image-24761\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z.png 1792w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-768x439.png 768w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-1536x878.png 1536w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-500x286.png 500w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-800x457.png 800w, https:\/\/magbei.com\/mb26\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Game-of-Thrones-action-RPG-in-Steam-Next-Fest-2025-02-25T035621.000Z-1280x731.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n      <p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>Disclaimer: Image created for editorial use only. No copyrighted or trademarked materials. All rights belong to their respective owners. No endorsement or affiliation.<\/em><\/p>\n    <\/figcaption>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><p><strong>Game of Thrones: Kingsroad<\/strong>, an action RPG set in Westeros, is now playable in Steam Next Fest. Developed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netmarble.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Netmarble<\/a>, the game initially sparked excitement but has since raised concerns due to its mobile-first design.<\/p>  \n\n<h2>Gameplay and Features<\/h2>  \n\n<p>The demo offers a story-driven experience where players can choose from three classes:<\/p>  \n\n<ul>\n  <li>Knight<\/li>\n  <li>Sellsword<\/li>\n  <li>Assassin<\/li>\n<\/ul>  \n\n<p>Combat includes:<\/p>  \n\n<ul>\n  <li>Light and heavy attacks<\/li>\n  <li>Blocking and dodging<\/li>\n  <li>Finishers<\/li>\n  <li>Stealth mechanics<\/li>\n  <li>Co-op for earning gear<\/li>\n<\/ul>  \n\n<p>However, early impressions suggest the gameplay feels unpolished and unresponsive, drawing unflattering comparisons to other action RPGs on both PC and mobile.<\/p>  \n\n<h2>Concerns and Release Date<\/h2>  \n\n<p>Despite its connection to the beloved franchise, concerns over mobile-style monetization and performance issues have left players hesitant. <strong>Game of Thrones: Kingsroad<\/strong> is set to launch in Q2 2025. 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