# Game of Thrones: War for Westeros launch updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/game-of-thrones-war-for-westeros-launch > Updated: 2026-08-13T18:00:00.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 4. PlaySide has confirmed that its real-time strategy game, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, is now scheduled for release in early 2027. The studio previously targeted a 2026 launch but postponed the date to ensure the title meets its quality standards, stating, “This decision gives us the time to continue building toward our goal and ensure the game reaches the high-quality level we aim for.” Drawing inspiration from the ‘Total War’ and ‘Grand Strategy’ genres, the game will feature four playable factions: House Stark, House Lannister, House Targaryen, and the Night King’s army. Gameplay elements include faction-specific aura buffs, unique commander styles, upgradable heroes, and massive units like the Wildling Giant. Players will navigate political intrigue and shifting alliances across key locations such as King’s Landing, the Wall, and Ashemark. PlaySide is expected to debut the game’s first gameplay trailer during the Gamescom Opening Night Live event on August 25, providing a practical look at the Westeros strategy mechanics. In related franchise news, Warner Bros. Games’ mobile title, Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, has risen to a top-ranked strategy game on Google Play, maintaining a 4.7-star rating from over 20,000 reviews for its balanced progression and faithful representation of the series’ houses and dragons. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-13: Game of Thrones: War for Westeros to reveal gameplay at Gamescom PlaySide’s ‘Game of Thrones: War for Westeros’ will reveal its first gameplay trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, featuring RTS combat and iconic factions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-war-for-westeros-to-reveal-gameplay-at-gamescom ### 2026-07-25: Game of Thrones franchise: RTS delayed to early 2027 as mobile game climbs Android charts PlaySide Studios delays the *War for Westeros* RTS to early 2027, while Warner Bros.’s mobile game *Dragonfire* tops Android strategy charts with strong player reviews. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-franchise-rts-delayed-to-early-2027-as-mobile-game-climbs-android-charts ### 2026-07-20: PlaySide Studios delays Game of Thrones: War for Westeros to early 2027 PlaySide Studios has postponed the release of its Game of Thrones RTS, War for Westeros, from 2026 to early 2027 to allow more development time and meet quality goals. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/playside-studios-delays-game-of-thrones-war-for-westeros-to-early-2027 ### 2026-07-17: Game of Thrones: War for Westeros release set for early 2027 PlaySide set the release of Game of Thrones: War for Westeros for early 2027 and unveiled new gameplay, faction buffs, and unique units. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-war-for-westeros-release-set-for-early-2027 --- Cite as: Game of Thrones: War for Westeros launch updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/game-of-thrones-war-for-westeros-launch