After confirming Netflix’s foray into the video game industry, it was revealed that the company will start with mobile titles
Netflix is one of the most popular platforms in the streaming world, however due to fierce competition, the company decided to expand its services by entering the world of streaming. gaming.
A week ago the platform announced the hiring of its first executive in charge of this area. This is Mike Verdu, former executive of the mobile division of Electronic Arts and who will be in charge of taking the reins of the video game industry.
“We see games as a new category of content for us, similar to our expansion into original films, animation and TV.”
Netflix bets on mobile video games
It is now revealed by a financial report that Netflix will focus initially on developing mobile titles.
“We are in the early stages of further expansion in games. Building on our previous efforts around interactive content like Black Mirror Bandersnatch and our Stranger Things mobile games, ”the company mentioned.
The mobile titles will be included in your service subscription and expect to grow significantly to offer more options to your users.
“We see games as another new category of content for us. Similar to our expansion into original films, animation and unscripted television, ”the company said.
Sayings mobile titles they will be included in the current subscription without any additional charge.
“A decade has passed since we started with our drive to create original content. We believe this is the right time to learn more about how our members value games. “
So far no more details about the plans for Netflix in the sector of video game. The only mobile game the company has is Stranger Things, which was developed by BonusXP.
Reports indicate that the company seeks to get the time and attention of users who have lost due to the growth of titles such as Fortnite.
