Netflix to Say Goodbye to Over 20 Games
In a surprising move, Netflix is set to remove more than 20 games from its platform. Among the titles leaving are fan favorites like Hades and all three installments of Monument Valley. Notably, Hades, which joined Netflix just four months ago in March, will be among the first to go.
The List of Departing Titles
The streaming service plans to pull these games in July. According to reports from Engadget, here's the complete list of titles that will no longer be available:
- Battleship
- Braid: Anniversary Edition
- Carmen Sandiego
- CoComelon: Play with JJ
- Death's Door
- Diner Out: Merge Cafe
- Dumb Ways To Die
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< /Li >A Closer Look at Departure Dates and Impact on Players
The final day for playing these games varies by title. For instance, players can enjoy Hades until Canada Day, while another popular game, Death's Door, will remain accessible until July 14th. The Netflix mobile app will provide specific dates for when each game is set to leave.
A Shift in Netflix's Gaming Strategy?
This decision comes as part of a broader trend where Netflix has been scaling back its interactive content offerings significantly. Reports indicate that by late 2024, they reduced their gaming catalog from an impressive 24 titles down to just four. One notable survivor was Black Mirror's Bandersnatch;, despite winning an Emmy award for its innovative storytelling approach-this title also left the platform on May 12th.
A History of Game Removals at Netflix
This isn't the first time that Netflix has trimmed its gaming library; earlier this year in February, six other games were removed from their lineup as well. This pattern raises questions about how committed they are to maintaining a robust selection for gamers who use their service.
If you're a fan of any listed titles or have been meaning to try them out before they disappear forever-now is your chance! Make sure you check your app regularly so you don't miss out on your favorites!
