The obvious connection to make here is that Night School would be perfectly positioned to create a Stranger Things game. New games have been added to the platform, too, called Teeter Up and Card Blast – suggesting we'll see offerings that don't have close ties to Netflix shows in the future.Īnalysis: What could Night School make for Netflix? The streamer has also expanded the countries that get to try it out: Spain and Italy now have access to games on the service. Its games will not feature in-app purchases or ads, and they will be included as part of users' memberships. "Initially, we’ll be primarily focused on games for mobile devices," is how Netflix explained its strategy to investors. “We’ll continue working with developers around the world and hiring the best talent in the industry to deliver a great collection of exclusive games designed for every kind of gamer and any level of play,” Verdu said in a recent announcement on Netflix’s website.Krankel says Night School gets to keep doing what it's doing, but now with the reach of being on Netflix.
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Verdu, on the other hand, seems to be plowing ahead full speed.
Similarly, gaming content is the key to their success, and gaming studios should be their highest priority and investment in building their gaming fan base.” Netflix is the first to know that content is king and engages users to their platform. “Their acquisition of Night School will be one of just many to come in the near future as they continue to grow and develop solid games to engage their fan-base.
“It’s a long-term play for Netflix, but a play that makes sense considering their consumer base and the massive global platform they have created,” he told Yahoo Finance. Victor Kao, a Technology, Media, and Communications Senior Analyst for advisor network RSM, sees potential in the company’s efforts, though. But with Microsoft already offering a robust subscription-based service with Xbox Game Pass, as well as Amazon, Google, and other big names dabbling in the space, Netflix has a major challenge ahead. Netflix’s plentiful job listings for its Netflix Games Studio - as well as Verdu’s comments about adding a gaming library to its service at no additional cost - make it clear that the company has big plans. Not surprised that Night School either - strong narrative games are something Netflix can provide to users without a heavy technological lift.” in the content they’re making and in public comments. “Netflix has been dipping its toes into gaming for a while now,” said Sam Englebardt, co-CEO of Galaxy Interactive, a venture capital business with a history of video game industry investments. It has also explored the mobile space with a “Stranger Things” game (available only in Poland) and three European-only titles. Netflix made a major move in gaming back in July when it hired Oculus and EA veteran Mike Verdu as its new vice president of game development. Night School declined a Yahoo Finance request for comment. It felt like both teams came to this conclusion instinctively.” Our explorations in narrative gameplay and Netflix’s track record of supporting diverse storytellers was such a natural pairing. Netflix gives film, TV, and now game makers an unprecedented canvas to create and deliver excellent entertainment to millions of people. “Night School wants to stretch our narrative and design aspirations across distinctive, original games with heart. “Night School Studios is joining the Netflix team,” founder Sean Krankel announced in a blog post on Sept. Netflix is making a major move towards carving its name into the gaming space by acquiring indie developer Night School, known for its award-winning 2016 game “Oxenfree.” But by doing so, it also steps into a crowded arena well-populated with established gaming companies that present stiff competition.
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