It's been a while since we last discussed the exciting news about Don't Starve Together joining Netflix Games, announced back in June 2024. Today, we have a mix of updates to share. The disappointing news is that Don't Starve Together will no longer be available on Netflix. However, the silver lining is that the game is still on track to come to mobile devices on both iOS and Android platforms.
Playdigious, in collaboration with Klei Entertainment, is diligently working to bring the eerie, Tim Burton-inspired world of Don't Starve to your mobile screens. In this survival game, you'll find yourself stranded on an island teeming with hostile creatures. Playing as one of several unique and quirky characters, your goal is to gather resources, fend off dangers, and, most crucially, don't starve.
Originally set to be an exclusive release on Netflix Games, Don't Starve Together will now launch globally, available on Google Play for Android users and the iOS App Store for Apple enthusiasts. While an exact release date remains under wraps, both Klei Entertainment and Playdigious have assured fans that more details will be forthcoming.
No Netflix for you It appears that the exclusivity agreement with Netflix has fallen through. Although it's reassuring to know that Don't Starve Together will still reach a global audience, this development raises questions about Netflix Games' ongoing commitment to indie titles. Don't Starve is a major player in the indie survival genre, and if it can't secure a spot on Netflix, what does this mean for smaller indie games?
The shift away from indie exclusives, like Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, might signal a broader strategy change at Netflix Games. This is concerning, especially since the platform's indie offerings have been a significant draw for many subscribers.
For a deeper dive into my thoughts on this matter, check out my analysis on the launch of Squid Game: Unleashed, where I discuss why Netflix's growing focus on its proprietary content might be detrimental to the vibrant indie scene it has nurtured so far.
