Netflix’s first games will be free
The streaming platform is working on its new catalog, which will include games
Netflix prepares the integration of video games in its service, with an initial offer of games for mobile devices that will complement at no additional cost in the subscription of the user has and that already allows him to access movies and series.
The incorporation of Mike Verdu to Netflix, a former executive of Electronic Arts and Facebook as vice president of video game development, marks the beginning of a new strategy aimed at incorporating this other digital entertainment product into its offer.
In a letter to investors on the occasion of the results of the second quarter, Netflix recognized its intention to expand its business with video games, and will do so first with games for phones.
The games, in addition, will not require a separate subscription, since “they will be included in the subscription of Netflix members at no additional cost in a similar way to movies and series“, the company has assured.
The letter states that the company is still “in the early stages” of its foray into the world of video games. Netflix has not shared any more details of his strategist in this field.
K. Tovar
Source: Xataka
