Netflix ditches five other upcoming releases alongside Don\'t Starve Together

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 anticipated releases like Tales of the Shire and Compass Point: West, are either indefinitely shelved or will be released on other platforms.

This news, confirmed by What's on Netflix, citing an internal source, signifies a significant restructuring of Netflix's gaming strategy. The complete 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 strategic shift towards narrative-driven games, aligning more closely with their successful Netflix Stories anthology. This suggests a prioritization of titles directly promoting their streaming content.

This news comes as a surprise, although a shift towards Netflix-branded games was predicted. While the cancellation of titles like Don't Starve Together and Compass Point: West might be less shocking, the cancellation of Tales of the Shire, a highly anticipated game based on the popular Lord of the Rings franchise, indicates that even established IPs are not immune to these changes. This sets a concerning precedent for non-Netflix-related games on the platform.

Given this development, now might be a good time to explore our ranking of the top 10 best games currently available on Netflix Games. While the selection may be changing, several exceptional titles remain.