Zynga Opens Pre-Registration with First Trailer for Upcoming Game of Thrones: Legends
Zynga, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced the upcoming launch of its new RPG puzzle game, Game of Thrones: Legends, set for worldwide release on July 25, 2024. Pre-registration is now open on the App Store and Google Play, offering special in-game rewards for early adopters. The game combines the rich lore and characters from HBO's Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon series, featuring epic puzzle battles and strategic gameplay. Players will lead their own Westeros house and can claim Epic Champion Robert Baratheon by completing the first chapter within the first week of launch. The game's first trailer, showcasing its engaging premise, is now available for viewing.
- Zynga's release of Game of Thrones: Legends taps into the popularity of the Game of Thrones franchise.
- Pre-registration incentives may drive early user engagement and boost initial download numbers.
- Scheduled launch date of July 25, 2024, sets a clear timeline for investors and players.
- Integration of popular characters like Jon Snow and Arya Stark enhances fan appeal.
- Strategic and skill-based gameplay could attract a dedicated player base.
- Partnership with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and HBO ensures high-quality content and licensing.
- Dependence on the Game of Thrones franchise may limit the game's appeal to a niche audience.
- Potential high development and marketing costs could impact profitability.
- Competitive mobile gaming market poses risks for user retention and monetization.
- Reliance on in-game purchases and advertisements might deter some players.
RPG puzzle mobile game featuring the world, characters, and lore of the popular Game of Thrones™ HBO® series is scheduled to launch on July 25, 2024 with pre-registration opening today
Zynga Inc., a wholly-owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO) and a global leader in interactive entertainment, today announced that Game of Thrones™: Legends, its high-profile RPG puzzle title for mobile, is scheduled to launch worldwide on July 25, 2024. To celebrate the upcoming launch, pre-registration has officially opened on the App Store and Google Play, with special in-game rewards for players who complete the game’s first chapter within seven days of launch. (Graphic: Business Wire)
The intriguing premise of epic puzzle battles paired with deck building, deep lore, and strategy is showcased in the game’s captivating first trailer, released today – see why everything is at play in Game of Thrones: Legends. View the official trailer here.
Officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of HBO®, Game of Thrones: Legends will incorporate content and characters from both the iconic Emmy® Award- and Golden Globe®-winning Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon™ series, for which the game is the title sponsor of Season 1 and 2 on Max. In Game of Thrones: Legends, players will lead their own Westeros house, honing their tactics and skill as they strategically assemble a team of champions, equip weapons and gear, and face formidable foes from the Game of Thrones universe.
“Our team is creating an exciting RPG puzzle experience that combines skill-based play with the unrivaled depth and lore of the Game of Thrones universe,” said Yaron Leyvand, Executive Vice President, Mobile Games, Zynga. “Game of Thrones: Legends invites fans and players to interact daily with their favorite Westeros characters, events, and locations in a journey that is both highly strategic and incredibly enjoyable.”
Players who pre-register on the App Store or Google Play in Game of Thrones: Legends can download and play during the first week of launch to receive a special in-game bundle and be among the first with the ability to claim Epic Champion Robert Baratheon.
Key Game Features
- Complete missions throughout Westeros in a journey to claim the Iron Throne
- Build and upgrade an iconic team featuring champions like Jon Snow, Rhaenyra Targaryen, the Hound, Ser Criston Cole, and Arya Stark
- Showcase strategic prowess in epic match-3 puzzle battles
- Diversify puzzle battle strategy with champion pairings to conquer different game modes and enemies
- Leverage lore to discover champion, weapon, and gear synergies – for instance, pair up Jon Snow and Ghost or have Arya equip Needle
- Execute moves, charge special abilities, and utilize powerful combos to obliterate foes
For supporting assets including the trailer, click here.
Zynga is a wholly-owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
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