Game of Thrones coming to phones in China, thanks to Tencent

Tencent said its upcoming mobile title is a simulation that will let players assume identities such as that of Tyrion Lannister, relive key moments like the infamous Red Wedding and visit well-known locales.

Fans wait for guests to arrive at the world premiere of the television fantasy drama "Game of Thrones" series 5, at The Tower of London, in London, Britain March 18, 2015. (REUTERS)

Tencent Holdings Ltd. will soon release a test version of a Game of Thrones game for smartphones, after winning exclusive Chinese rights to distribute the title based on the mega-popular TV series.

China's largest social and media gaming company will be the sole distributor for Game of Thrones: Winter is Coming, developed by Yoozoo, Tencent said on its official WeChat account. It didn't specify a launch date but said it would dovetail with the show's final season airing from April.

Tencent said its upcoming mobile title is a simulation that will let players assume identities such as that of Tyrion Lannister, relive key moments like the infamous Red Wedding and visit well-known locales.

"When the eighth and last season returns in April, it will definitely cause a sensation and much discussion," Tencent said. "By releasing the game at this time, the TV series will help attract more players."