Game of Thrones Is Officially Bringing Back Daenerys Targaryen
Game of Thrones continues to expand its multimedia empire with the announcement of a new video game entry. Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is a real-time strategy game currently in development at Playside Studios. The game was showcased with a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live, providing players with a detailed look at its large-scale battle mechanics and gameplay systems.
The trailer confirmed several prominent characters from the franchise will serve as playable commanders that lead player armies throughout the game. Confirmed leaders include Jon Snow, Robb Stark, Jaime Lannister, and Daenerys Targaryen, with the latter modeled after Emilia Clarke’s iconic performance in the HBO television series. The game represents the latest entry in the Game of Thrones media franchise, which includes George R.R. Martin’s original fantasy book series and multiple television adaptations that have become dominant forces in popular culture.