It is no secret thatNetflixis one of the largest entertainment companies in the world, being one of the leading faces of the extremely lucrative world of online streaming. However, with the ever-changing nature of entertainment markets, it is clear that the company is having to broaden its scope and offered services to keep up with the sustained level of competition.
One of the main ways thatNetflixappears to be doing this is via the establishment of its very own gaming studios, as well as working alongside other developers to continue offering video games to the service. While Netflix’s recent Tudum 2022 event was of course dominated by film and TV, there was plenty of information regarding some of the latest video game-related content that will be made available soon.
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Oxenfree: Netflix Edition
One of the first announcements made at the Tudum 2022 event concerned a Netflix Edition of thepopular mystery adventure gameOxenfree. Originally launching in 2016, the captivating art style and harrowing story of the title is regarded as one of the most enjoyable contemporary indie experiences on the market.
Desta: The Memories Between
Desta: The Memories Betweenis an upcoming title that is also set to come to Netflix, as reported at the Tudum 2022 event. Coming from the creators ofMonument Valley,Destais set to blend a thought-provoking narrative with a captivating 3D art style and metaphorical gameplay.
The title reportedly explores the relationships between its characters by reliving their memories through a dream-like arena, in which turn-based strategy dominates the core gameplay. Also beingmade available via Steamas well as mobile devices,Desta: The Memories Betweenwill seemingly provide a fascinating experience upon its eventual release.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Get Cooking
The upcomingSpongeBob SquarePants: Get Cookingis set to be a title that is exclusive to Netflix, making it one of the most unique announcements from the Tudum event.Get Cookingappears to be a kind of successor to the popular online gameKrusty Cook-off, with the two titles both being developed by Tilting Point.
Get Cookingwill allow players totake control of SpongeBobat the Krusty Krab, working through intense amounts of orders in a classic chef game style. Boasting progression and a fully customizable restaurant,Get Cookingis set to be a great addition to Netflix’s growing game roster.
Compass Point: West
Compass Point: Westis another longstanding pre-existing title, originally launching in 2015. Developed by Next Games,Compass Pointhas garnered a large following on mobile devices since its launch, with a particularly large presence onFacebook’s gaming channels.
The title plays as a strategy action game, in which players reclaim territory within a stylized Old West while fighting against ominous adversarial forces. Given its continued popularity after so long,Compass Point: Westdefinitely seems worth picking up via the Netflix service.
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Stranger Things: Puzzle Tales
Stranger Things: Puzzle Talesis another title developed by Next Games, already existing on iOS and Android devices. As announced at the Tudum event, the title is set to move exclusively to the Netflix platform towards the end of 2022.
The game showcases the characters of themassively popular Netflix showStranger Things, fittingly portrayed in the style of an 80s early-morning cartoon. Revisiting iconic locations across the town of Hawkins,Puzzle Talesplays as a puzzle RPG and will surely thrive further under the Netflix name after already receiving a commendable following.
Nailed It: Baking Bash
Another Netflix exclusive,Nailed It: Baking Bashis a title based off of the popular Netflix baking showNailed It!The show itself is centered around amateur bakers trying their hardest to replicate extremely elaborate and skillful cakes, and the game does its best to stay true to this.
Launching on mobile devices via Netflix on October 4,Baking Bashwill seemingly deliver high-octane gameplay in which players endure through a variety of rapid mini-games to faithfully recreate an intricate cake or pastry. Being aided by a whacky and vibrant art-style to match its fast pacing,Nailed It: Baking Bashcould be ahidden gem on the Netflix service.
Narcos: Cartel Wars Unlimited
In keeping with the trend ofNetflixadapting its most popular showsto the medium of video games,Narcos: Cartel Wars Unlimitedis set to arrive on the service this Fall. Based off of the hit showNarcos,Cartel Wars Unlimitedis set to build upon the success of the original mobile game namedNarcos: Cartel Wars.
InCartel Wars Unlimited, players will engage in strategy and base-building mechanics to create their very own illicit cartel empire. With players then having to choose between leading through compassion or fear to build and consolidate their industry, the already-established success of the mobile title’s past iteration puts this upcoming version in good stead to be well-received by fans upon its release.
Kentucky Route Zero
Many will already befamiliar withKentucky Route Zero, with it being an already-released and very well received point and click adventure title. Originally released in 2013, the game is fondly remembered for its compelling art style and unique narrative.
With the game originally being published episodically over the course of five acts and several years, players will now be able to partake in the complete gameplay experience through Netflix. Boasting a “haunting electronic score” and gripping supernatural plot elements,Kentucky Route Zerois set up well to become one of the most popular games on Netflix’s catalog in the coming months.
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