It's been a while since we last discussed the exciting news about Don't Starve Together coming to Netflix Games, announced back in June 2024. Today, we have a mix of news to share. The disappointing part is that Don't Starve Together will no longer be available on Netflix. However, the silver lining is that this beloved game is still set to make its way to mobile platforms on both iOS and Android.
Playdigious, in collaboration with Klei Entertainment, continues their efforts to bring the eerie, Tim Burton-inspired world of Don't Starve to your mobile devices. In this survival game, you find yourself stranded on an island teeming with hostile creatures. Playing as a range of quirky characters, your goal is to gather resources, survive, and, above all, don't starve.
Originally planned as an exclusive for Netflix Games, Don't Starve Together will now launch globally on iOS and Android through Google Play and the iOS App Store. While an exact release date remains under wraps, both Klei Entertainment and Playdigious have assured fans that an announcement is on the horizon.
The shift away from Netflix exclusivity raises questions about the future of indie games on the platform. Don't Starve is a significant title in the indie survival genre, and its departure from Netflix, alongside other indie exclusives like Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, might signal a shift in Netflix Games' strategy. This change is particularly concerning given that Netflix's indie game offerings have been a major draw for many subscribers.
For a deeper dive into my thoughts on this matter, check out my analysis of the launch of Squid Game: Unleashed. There, I discuss why Netflix's increasing focus on its own properties could potentially harm the diverse indie game selection it has cultivated so far.
