Warner Bros. Games is shaking up its methods, as the company recently announced that its gaming division will be split into four main groups. This approach to restructuring is a compelling development, as it confirms that Warner Bros. Games is focusing hard on turning its key IPs into even bigger gaming franchises.
According to reports from Variety, Warner Bros. Games will be split into four main branches. The franchises that the company intends to focus on are DC Comics, Hogwarts Legacy, Mortal Kombat, and Game of Thrones. At first glance, these franchises make sense, as they're huge properties owned by Warner Bros., but when it comes to Game of Thrones and the video game industry, the fantasy series hasn't exactly been prominent. There have been Game of Thrones video game adaptations in the past, but none have quite hit the highs of the other three franchises.
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Game of Thrones Being Part of Warner Bros. Games' Main Focus Could Hint at More Game Adaptations in the Future
A Surprising Announcement at Summer Game Fest
Summer Game Fest was filled with exciting reveals, and Game of Thrones was among the list. Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is a real-time strategy game from developer Playside. Currently set to arrive sometime in 2026, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros tasks players with strategizing in order to gain victory in battle, as the Great Houses fight for rule over Westeros.
Game of Thrones: War for Westeros will be PC exclusive.
Game of Thrones: War for Westeros isn't the first real-time strategy Game of Thrones game, but its thrilling cinematic trailer definitely made it look intriguing. However, it's still surprising that this particular franchise was chosen by Warner Bros. Games to be part of its big four. Mortal Kombat and Hogwarts Legacy have gained solid success, and while DC-based games have recently been caught in a rut, James Gunn's incoming revival of the DCU could reignite fervor for more games inspired by the brand's comic book heroes. There is a lot of potential to still be dug up from the DC well, but when it comes to Game of Thrones, the ship may have sailed on Warner Bros.' Ambitions for the franchise.
Yes, spin-offs like House of the Dragon have been successful, but the massive hype that was once surrounding Game of Thrones has seemingly died down for the most part. There is definitely the chance for Game of Thrones to have a second life via video games, but it makes one wonder if a real-time strategy game is the best way to build hype for future offerings.
There are also new reports that Sony could be set to buy Warner Bros. Discovery's IP and gaming branch. If this is the case, it's unclear how this will affect Warner Bros. Games and its future projects.
War for Westeros' Performance May Determine the Franchise's Gaming Future
Of course, there is the chance that War for Westeros could be a hit, especially with real-time strategy fans. If this is the case, then Warner Bros. Games would have every reason to go all in on the franchise. Regardless, it feels a bit strange to have Game of Thrones in the same boat as three proven gaming franchises.
This planned restructuring of Warner Bros. Games is still incredibly fresh, so it remains to be seen just how much the company is planning to lean into Game of Thrones. If War for Westeros succeeds, it could pave the way for a Game of Thrones RPG or story-driven single-player game. This is purely speculation, but if Warner Bros. Games is wanting to get players excited about more Game of Thrones content, looking beyond a real-time strategy game will likely be necessary.
- Date Founded
- January 14, 2004
- Headquarters
- Burbank, California, United States
- Parent Company
- Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Warner Brothers Games
- Subsidiaries
- TT Games, Rocksteady Studios, NetherRealm Studios, Monolith Productions, WB Games Montreal, WB Games
- Known For
- Mortal Kombat, Batman, Injustice