Games developed by Gaming Studio will be available exclusively to Netflix paid subscribers.
“Our vision of games – building a library of great games for members to enjoy – has always been clear and simple. But getting there is not a simple achievement; takes time to develop games that people like. told me Mike VerduNetflix Game Director.
“When we’re just getting started using the games, I’m sure that together with Next Games, we’ll be able to build a portfolio of world-class games – without ads and in-app purchases – that will delight our members. world.”
Verdu joined Netflix last summer, and his hiring was widely interpreted as an intention in the gaming industry.
Netflix and Next Games have been collaborating since 2018, and the first product resulting from the collaboration will be released in October 2021: Stranger Things: Puzzle Games. The puzzle role-playing game is based on one of Netflix’s most popular original series, Foreign things.
Next Games has based its strategy on licensed games based on well-known TV series. Perhaps its best known name, The Walking Dead: No Man’s Landbased on Walking Deada post-apocalyptic horror program created for the AMC.
“We have had an unwavering focus on realizing our vision: to become a popular partner for global entertainment companies and to create authentic and long-lasting interactive entertainment based on the world’s most beloved franchise series.” comments Teemu Huhtanen, CEO of Next Games. “Joining forces with the world’s largest streaming service, Netflix, provides an opportunity for a logical and exciting continuation of our strategy.”
The Board of Directors of Next Games has unanimously recommended to the shareholders that the offer be approved. The transaction is expected to close by mid-2022.
Aleksi Teivainen – HT
Source: The Nordic Page