Netflix Games Cancels Five More Upcoming Titles
Following the unexpected cancellation of Don't Starve Together, Netflix Games has announced the cancellation of five additional upcoming titles. These games, including Tales of the Shire and Compass Point: West, are either indefinitely shelved or will be released on other platforms.
This information comes from What's on Netflix, citing a source within the streaming service. The cancellations are part of a larger restructuring of Netflix Games' lineup. The full list of cancelled games includes: Don't Starve Together, Compass Point: West, Lab Rat, Rotwood, Tales of the Shire, and Thirsty Suitors.
What's on Netflix also points to a recent Netflix investor call, suggesting a shift towards narrative-driven games that promote their streaming content, such as the successful Netflix Stories anthology.
This news is surprising, especially the cancellation of Tales of the Shire, which many anticipated given the popularity of the Lord of the Rings franchise. This suggests that only Netflix-branded or tie-in games are secure.
While the gaming catalog shrinks, now might be a good time to revisit our ranking of the top 10 best games currently available on Netflix Games. Enjoy these titles while they last.
