Netflix Cancels Five Upcoming Shows Including Don't Starve Together

It seems that Netflix Games is undergoing a significant shift in its gaming strategy, as it has decided to cancel the release of five upcoming titles. This follows the recent announcement that Don't Starve Together would no longer be available on the platform. The affected games include Tales of the Shire, Compass Point: West, Lab Rat, Rotwood, and Thirsty Suitors. This news was confirmed by What's on Netflix, citing a source from Netflix indicating a broader overhaul of their gaming lineup.

This development aligns with Netflix's recent focus on narrative-driven games, as highlighted during their investment call. The streamer seems to be prioritizing releases like those in the Netflix Stories anthology, which align more closely with their existing streaming content.

Hate to say I told you so...The abrupt nature of these cancellations came as a surprise, even though I had previously suggested that Netflix's pivot towards content that promotes their streaming offerings might impact their gaming catalog. While it's disappointing to see games like Don't Starve Together and Compass Point: West not make it to Netflix Games, the cancellation of Tales of the Shire is particularly notable. Given its association with the popular Lord of the Rings franchise, it sets a worrying precedent that even high-profile titles are not immune to these changes.

In light of these developments, now might be a good time to explore our ranking of the top 10 best releases currently available on Netflix Games. There are still some exceptional games to enjoy, at least for the time being.