At Summer Game Fest 2025, PlaySide Studios unveiled Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, a premium real-time strategy game for PC set in the rich, fantasy world created by George R.R. Martin. The game has been eagerly anticipated by fans of its hit drama series, who will be able to experience the brutal power struggles of Westeros firsthand by assuming command of all-powerful houses and rewriting the fortunes of the kingdom.
Game of Thrones: War for Westeros Revealed, A New RTS for PC Coming in 2026, Wishlist Now on Steam
Ryan McMahon, Game Director at PlaySide Studios, explained that War for Westeros puts players directly in the seat of power across the Seven Kingdoms. Instead, players will be controlling the Starks, Lannisters, Targaryens, or even the Night King and his army of the dead in the scramble as they vie for the crown. The game gives players the opportunity to wield real power and see where the fate of Westeros will end up.
Players will lead their chosen faction’s army in rich real-time strategy, forging alliances, working to outwit other players, while uniting new lands on their way to victory. Each faction comes with deeply asymmetric strategies, unique heroes, specialized armies, and signature gameplay mechanics that reflect their distinct legacies. Armies include infantry, cavalry, siege engines, giants, and dragons, allowing players a wealth of choices to smash through enemy lines and outmaneuver rivals.
The game gives players to option to play quick skirmish games, or longer sweeping wars across the Seven Kingdoms. Whether playing solo or cooperating with others, every decision and battle impacts the ongoing conflict. Players can manipulate political alliances, rally powerful bannermen, sway loyalties, and outthink their enemies in a shifting struggle for power. Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is scheduled for release in 2026. Fans can already wishlist the game on Steam to stay updated on the latest news and prepare to command their chosen house in this epic RTS experience.
FAQs
When is Game of Thrones: War for Westeros releasing?
In 2026.
What platforms will the game be available on?
PC via Steam.
