The Impact of Game of Thrones on the Gaming Industry

As one of the most successful television shows in history, the Game of Thrones’ influence will continue to be felt decades after its triumphant conclusion in 2019. As well as spawning a prequel in the form of House of the Dragon, it has also had a lasting impact on a number of industries and sectors on a global scale. Continue reading to find out how it has revolutionised the gaming industry in particular.

The ever-expanding popularity of fantasy games

With a record-breaking number of sports fans in Canada now participating in live online betting on NHL, the sport is currently experiencing a rapid resurgence in the country. As well as ice hockey, fantasy games have also undergone a surge in popularity in recent years with Game of Thrones largely to blame. As one of the most-watched series in Canadian Pay television history, it encapsulated an entire nation familiar with snowy scenes and rocky terrain and launched a global movement that can still be felt today. With the majority of the best-selling video games in 2020 falling under the fantasy category, Game of Thrones gave fans a glimpse of what is possible within the genre. The resurgence of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and subsequent Netflix series in 2019 also filled the fantasy-shaped hole left behind by the HBO fantasy drama.

Its presence across multiple platforms

As well as spawning a number of fantasy games, Game of Thrones has also expanded its reach across a wide range of gaming platforms. For example, iOS and Android devices are home to a list of games either directly or indirectly inspired by the hit series including Game of Thrones Ascent, Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series, and Game of Thrones: Conquest. Aside from the app world, Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation users can also benefit from a variety of titles directly inspired by the televised version of the Game of Thrones novels. As of 2021, 11 video games based on the franchise currently exist. A brand-new computer-based strategy game titled Game of Thrones Winter has also been poised for release this year as the latest addition to the ever-expanding media franchise. If you prefer online gaming, Game of Thrones Power Stacks is one of the most popular slot games available today. Encompassing all platforms, a number of Game of Thrones board games also exist for fans of all gaming abilities.

Big-budget titles

As of 2018, Game of Thrones became the most expensive television show in history with each episode costing roughly $15 million to produce. With a similar budget attributed to the franchise’s venture into the gaming industry, it has encouraged a number of television giants to also spend big bucks on their video game adaptations. The show may have reached its natural conclusion in 2019, but video games are a great way to prolong the legacy of one of the most successful HBO productions in the history of the network. As a result, the same level of care and attention should be poured into similar video game adaptations. It is a common myth that video games are a secondary medium to television, books, and film. With 23 million Canadians enjoying video games in 2020 alone, the gaming industry is on the rise.

With the second anniversary of the conclusion of Game of Thrones now behind us, all eyes are on any up-and-coming developments within the franchise. With a massive gaming presence so far, it has had a profound impact on the industry as a whole. As a result, it has influenced the ever-expanding popularity of fantasy games, expanded its presence across multiple platforms, and encouraged big-budget titles to get involved.

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