When two storylines give equally addictive entertainment, it’s easy for comparisons to happen and dominate much of the space on the internet and social media. The most recent debate in question? How exactly does House of the Dragon stack up compared to its predecessor, Game of Thrones? Both shows focus on the Targaryen civil war and the Targaryen family tree, so it makes perfect sense that critics will draw comparisons between the two. 

If you’ve not caught a single episode, don’t worry, there are no spoilers, only a fact comparison based on the stories more or less related to its theme TV show, Game of Thrones. Regarding IMDB ratings, Game of Thrones has given 9.5/10, whereas House of the Dragon has 8.6/10. But ratings do not always tell how exactly the show is. So, in today’s topic, we’ll explain How Popular House of the Dragon is? Can their storyline beat Game of Thrones?

House of the Dragon or Game of Thrones! Which one is better?

After making a record-breaking view of 10 million as the most significant series premiere in the history of HBO, the prequel series of Game of Thrones is indeed a promising masterpiece for audiences. House of the Dragon has been authored by the same George R.R Martin’s ‘A Son of Ice and Fire fantasy universe. However, it focuses more on the Targaryen Civil War of the Targaryen Family Tree.

The war story was prompted by the plan of King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine). House of the Dragon takes you to the era of Kingships. It sets its base story 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen. He played the principal role in the war to come across Targaryen Family Tree and thrones inheritors: Prince Darmon Targaryen (Matt Smith), Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Alicent Hightower, Lord Corlys Velaryon, Otto Hightower, and other various Knights who will choose their sides in the family dispute.

Fans noticed the same theme as Game of Thrones, as both the shows are based on a war for the Throne. So, which one is better? To answer these, let’s talk about What House of the Dragon has, which was absent in the Game of Thrones.

‘House of the Dragon’ Has Better Production Quality Than’ Game of Thrones

Game of Thrones is a masterpiece of great cinematography, visuals, and storyline. But building a highly detailed world with various appealing characters made the show suffer in the first season. Compared to GOT, HOD is much better in production quality and character build-ups. The show can easily be understood and relates to its parent series- Game of Thrones. You can watch it even if you haven’t seen the Game of Thrones.

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More Focused on Political Masterminds

While Game of Thrones has unnecessary scenes in its episodes, House of the Dragon balances everything. The show focuses more on its characters, storyline, and political intrigues. It is more entertaining for viewers who love thrillers and visually realistic things.

Story based on Original Material of George RR Martin

House of the Dragon is an adapted show by George Martin, mainly based on ‘Fire & Blood.’ A fictional storyline from the fictional history of the Targaryen Family Tree. Even though Game of Thrones has these elements, too, the makers significantly deteriorated the theme soul of the show in the final few seasons. But in the case of HOD, there is only one giant book and a pure adaptation of the original author.

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