Netflix has officially announced the end of its interactive fiction games under the Netflix Stories banner, marking the conclusion of a brief yet intriguing venture into narrative gaming. This move may come as a surprise to many, especially considering the solid player base the games had garnered. So, what led to the cancellation of Netflix Stories? Let's dive into the details.
The decision was first reported by Variety and aligns with Netflix's broader strategic shift within its gaming division, Netflix Games. The company is now steering its focus towards developing mobile titles that encompass party games, kids' games, mainstream releases, and more interactive experiences designed for TV play.
Boss Fight Entertainment, the creative force behind the Netflix Stories series, will continue to collaborate with Netflix on other projects, including the much-anticipated Squid Game: Unleashed.
Is Netflix Stories Shutting Down?
Despite facing some criticism, Netflix Stories consistently held a strong position among the most-played games on the platform, currently ranking fourth in Netflix Games' top 10 carousel, which is based on playtime rather than downloads.
The final interactive title under the Netflix Stories lineup will be Love Is Blind: NYC. Once its rollout concludes, no new titles will be developed under this banner. This news broke shortly after the Netflix Stories app began teasing its next game, The Love Contract, slated for an April 8th release. Unlike its predecessors, The Love Contract was not based on any existing Netflix IP but was an original romance story about an actress navigating the complexities of fame, scandal, and fake dating. Unfortunately, this game has been canceled.
While no new Netflix Stories games are in the pipeline, the existing titles will remain accessible. Fans can continue to enjoy games such as Love Is Blind, Emily in Paris, Money Heist, Love Is Blind: Winter’s Kiss, Perfect Match, Sex Education, Selling Sunset, Sweet Magnolias, Virgin River, and The Perfect Couple. However, planned sequels for Outer Banks and Ginny & Georgia have been canceled.
That's the full scoop on the cancellation of Netflix Stories! If you're a fan of Netflix shows and interactive gaming, you can still check out the existing games on the Google Play Store.
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