Steel Paws, the upcoming Netflix Games exclusive from Yu Suzuki, is now open for pre-registration. Prepare to ascend a tower filled with fierce obstacles and robotic enemies in this thrilling third-person beat 'em up. Upgrade your gear and your mecha-animal Buddies as you explore unique levels.
During The Game Awards, amidst the flurry of AAA announcements, a captivating animated trailer debuted for Yu Suzuki's new title, Steel Paws. This exclusive title, from the creator of Shenmue, is now available for pre-registration on Netflix Games!
As expected from the designer behind Virtua Fighter and Shenmue, Steel Paws is a third-person beat 'em up. Players will climb a mysterious tower, battling robotic enemies alongside their mechanical animal companions, uncovering the secrets hidden within this once-a-century phenomenon.
Steel Paws features distinct environments throughout the tower's ascent, offering opportunities to upgrade your mecha-animal Buddies and gear. With slight randomization in each level, every playthrough promises a fresh challenge on your climb to the top!
A Netflix Games Exclusive
Despite recent challenges with the Netflix Games catalog, the arrival of exciting exclusives like Steel Paws is encouraging. While Yu Suzuki's past projects have received mixed responses (Shenmue II, for example), his experience and reputation suggest a potentially strong release.
Steel Paws is certainly intriguing. With a prominent developer, impressive 3D graphics, and an explorable world brimming with combat, it has the potential to significantly boost Netflix Games' profile.
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