According to Martin, the game features "alliance building, treachery, marriages, murders, and most of all the constant struggle to be the greatest house in Westeros.

"[8] The game includes the ability to engage in the dynamic political and social intrigue featured in the books and television show.

[11] The expansion allows players to travel beyond "The Wall" and offers upgrades to the game's Alliances system, along with new quests to complete and items to collect.

The game closely followed the HBO television series, with weekly content updates following the airing of each episode.

However, the character visits many notable locations through the course of the game, including several famous places in Essos.