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Stranger Things titles lead Netflix’s global roll-out of first gaming slate

Netflix began testing its games in Poland over the summer

Netflix has launched a slate of five mobile games, including two set in the world of its science-fiction drama Stranger Things, as the US streamer goes global with its expansion into gaming.

The slate of games, which are available to Netflix subscribers on Android devices, also features three titles that aren’t related to existing Netflix IP: Shooting Hoops, Card Blast and Teeter Up. The Stranger Things games are called Stranger Things: 1984 and Stranger Things 3: The Game.

The games have no ads, additional fees or in-app purchases. On Android mobile phones, Netflix users see a dedicated games row and games tab where they can select games to download. On Android tablets, a dedicated games row allows users to select games from a drop-down menu to download and play. Games are not available on Netflix kids profiles.

The global roll-out comes three-and-a-half months after Netflix confirmed it was branching out into gaming, following its hire of executive Mike Verdu, who was previously the VP of augmented reality and virtual reality content at Facebook.

In August, the California-based streaming giant began testing the games in Poland, where it released both Stranger Things titles.

“Whether you’re craving a casual game you can start from scratch or an immersive experience that lets you dig deeper into your favourite stories, we want to begin to build a library of games that offers something for everyone,” said Verdu, announcing the global launch.

“Just like our series, films and specials, we want to design games for any level of play and every kind of player, whether you’re a beginner or a lifelong gamer,” he added, noting that Netflix will continue to make additions to its gaming offering in the months ahead.

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