HBO sits on the throne for book adaptations

HBO sits on the throne for book adaptations

Don't let the damsels in distress and knights in shining armour fool you, Game of Thrones is anything but family viewing, with scenes of graphic violence, frequent nudity and strong language from the outset. If you can stomach the R18 content though, you'll be rewarded with a show that's as grippingly addictive as it is well made.

"Game of Thrones" season 2 is expected to debut in the spring of 2012.

"We are honored to work with HBO, Cyanide Studios, and the great George R. R. Martin in bringing an exciting action RPG set in this beloved fantasy universe to fans and gamers in early 2012."

"This is a wonderful way for fans to engage with the brand in an exciting and interactive way," stated James Costos, VP of HBO Global Licensing.

I don't think I will ever be happy to hear that. (laughs) I sort of like the challenge of constantly feeling like you have something to prove. I definitely don't want to ever lose that spirit and become content or relegated to any success we have. I think once you're content with where you're at, you're kind of losing. We would like to be Charlie Sheen winning as underdogs for the rest of our career.game of thrones dvd

Peter Dinklage has said that Game of Thrones has given him "a deeper appreciation" for the fantasy genre.

"I have a great sense of humour - and a dark sense of humour - about everything, but it is a bit narrow-minded sometimes, where if they have a dwarf character, the shoes have to curl up at the end, he has this inherent wisdom, he isn't sexual, all of that.

"Right now it's Middle Eastern people who are all playing terrorists. It's short-sighted. But life is too short - no pun intended - to be interested in roles that haven't got any meat to them."