The biggest names from Netflix’s gaming studio have parted ways with the organization leaving the community baffled who expected something to come out of it having hired industry veterans back in 2023.
Netflix initially sold the news to fans labeling their project to be focused on AAA titles but nothing has come out of it in a year and with top officials leaving, there is little that they can do to protect the project.
“In my work life, there’s nothing I love more than collaborating with others to build worlds filled with iconic characters, deep mysteries, and endless adventures,” Staten told IGN at the time. “So today, I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve joined Netflix Games as creative director for a brand-new triple-A multiplatform game and original IP. Let’s go!” said Joseph Staten at the time of joining the organization.
Netflix has not disclosed why the decision was taken but several reports indicate that their focus was heavily inclined towards mobile games and developing a AAA title for other platforms would require significant resources.
Despite all this, Netflix’s gaming was essentially a side venture in the grand scheme of things for the company. From what it seems, they have stuck to their mobile games as dreams for AAA titles seem far-fetched now.
