action role-playing game
Game of Thrones
By Cyanide, released 1 Jan 2012
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- role-playing video game
What it is
Game of Thrones is a 2012 action role-playing game developed by Cyanide, set in the world of A Song of Ice and Fire. It follows two different heroes through two main quests that lead into locations across Westeros, amid conspiracies and struggles around the Iron Throne. Players develop characters, learn skills and take part in tactical battles, with diplomacy sometimes offering an alternative to violence. Choices can have significant consequences during the adventure. The game also includes secondary quests and encounters with recognizable characters from the saga. Its listed platforms are Windows and PlayStation 3; the Steam version is for Windows and includes single-player play, achievements, full controller support, Remote Play on TV and Family Sharing. The game was released in 2012, with its Steam release dated June 7, 2012.
What players like, and what they don't
- Two main quests follow different heroes
- Character development and powerful skills
- Diplomacy can favor speech over violence
- Secondary quests and iconic characters
- Full controller support on Steam
- Listed for Windows and PlayStation 3 only
- Steam version is single-player
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a single-player RPG in the Westeros setting, with character development, tactical fights and consequential choices. Players interested in diplomacy and side quests may also find those elements here.
Game of Thrones combines a Westeros story with role-playing choices, character growth and tactical combat. Its two-hero structure and diplomacy options are central reasons to consider it.
