Game of Thrones: Dragonfire Brings Mobile Strategy to Westeros

New free-to-play mobile game lets players hatch and command dragons during the era of House of the Dragon

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:09am

An extreme close-up photograph of a dragon's eye, with the iris and pupil filling the frame in dramatic, high-contrast lighting that creates a sense of power and intensity.The fiery gaze of a Targaryen dragon signals the impending clash for control of the Seven Kingdoms.Boston Today

Warner Bros. Games and HBO have announced the upcoming release of Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, a new free-to-play mobile strategy game set during the events of the House of the Dragon TV series. The game will allow players to hatch and raise dragons, build armies, form alliances, and engage in tactical battles across Westeros as they strive to become the dominant force in the realm.

Why it matters

The launch of Game of Thrones: Dragonfire represents an expansion of the Game of Thrones franchise into the mobile gaming space, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the world of Westeros and the Targaryen civil war through an interactive strategy experience. The game's focus on dragon combat and political intrigue aligns with the themes of the House of the Dragon series, potentially drawing in both existing fans and new players.

The details

Game of Thrones: Dragonfire will feature a tile-based warfare system, allowing players to hatch and raise dragons, build and command armies, form alliances, and engage in tactical battles. The game will center around expanding influence and becoming the dominant force in the realm, with dragon combat playing a key role. The experience will be structured around eight-week 'Reigns' that include campaigns and limited-time events, with the outcomes of these campaigns feeding into long-term progression and strengthening a player's dragon brood and military capabilities.

  • Game of Thrones: Dragonfire is scheduled to launch in Summer 2026 on iOS and Android devices.
  • House of the Dragon, the prequel series to Game of Thrones, is set to return for its third season in June 2026, with the series expected to conclude with a fourth season in 2028.

The players

Rhaenyra Targaryen

A key character from the House of the Dragon TV series, who will be featured in Game of Thrones: Dragonfire.

Aemond Targaryen

Another prominent character from House of the Dragon, who will also appear in the mobile game.

Corlys Velaryon

A powerful lord and naval commander who will be a part of the game's cast of characters.

Alicent Hightower

A key political player from the Targaryen civil war, who will feature in the mobile game.

Warner Bros. Games Boston

The developer behind Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, a subsidiary of the larger Warner Bros. Games division.

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What they’re saying

“Only flame and blood will claim the Iron Throne. The blood of the dragon now awakens in you.”

— Rhaenyra Targaryen

What’s next

Pre-registration for Game of Thrones: Dragonfire is now live, with milestone-based rewards tied to global sign-ups, including banner maker sigils, Runic Fragments, avatars, and a Dawnseeker dragon.

The takeaway

The launch of Game of Thrones: Dragonfire represents an exciting expansion of the Game of Thrones franchise into the mobile gaming space, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the world of Westeros and the Targaryen civil war through an interactive strategy experience that focuses on dragon combat and political intrigue.