Netflix Games Cancels Five More Upcoming Titles
Following the unexpected cancellation of Don't Starve Together, Netflix Games has announced the shelving of five additional upcoming titles. These cancellations, confirmed by What's on Netflix citing an internal source, represent a significant restructuring of their gaming lineup. The affected games are: Don't Starve Together, Compass Point: West, Lab Rat, Rotwood, Tales of the Shire, and Thirsty Suitors.
The cancellations are reportedly part of a broader strategic shift. A recent Netflix investor call highlighted a move towards narrative-driven games, particularly those promoting their existing streaming content, such as their successful Netflix Stories anthology.
This news comes as a surprise, although a previous prediction suggested Netflix's focus on promotional tie-in games might impact their broader game catalog. The cancellation of titles like Tales of the Shire, a game many anticipated given its association with the popular Lord of the Rings franchise, sets a concerning precedent, suggesting that non-Netflix-branded games are vulnerable.
While the future of Netflix Games remains uncertain, there are still several high-quality titles available. Now might be a good time to revisit our ranking of the top 10 best games currently offered on the service.
