Even from the initial announcement, many viewers were quick to criticize "Game of Thrones: Kingsroad," likening its visuals to those of a PlayStation 3-era licensed game or a typical mobile title. Despite this, there were optimists who held out hope for a successful outcome, especially given the lack of engaging games based on the iconic series.
The recent demo release of "Game of Thrones: Kingsroad" during the Steam Next Fest event has decisively settled the debate—the game has been widely panned. Players have lambasted "Kingsroad" for its outdated combat mechanics, subpar graphics, and various design choices that scream mobile gaming origins. Some have even gone as far as to label it a mere mobile game port to PC. Even if that's not entirely accurate, "Kingsroad" feels like a relic from 2010.
Despite the overwhelmingly negative feedback, the demo's Steam page does feature some positive reviews. These comments often share a similar sentiment, such as "I really enjoyed the demo, looking forward to the full release." Whether these are the work of bots or genuine optimism from fans hoping for a better final product remains unclear.
"Game of Thrones: Kingsroad" is slated for release on PC (via Steam) and mobile devices, though an exact release date has yet to be announced.
