What's Happening?
Netflix has announced the closure of its Los Angeles-based game studio, Night School, known for its psychological thrillers 'Oxenfree' and 'Oxenfree 2: Lost Signals.' This decision comes shortly after the release of 'Unhinged,' a narrative-driven horror
game featuring Sadie Sink and Zoë Kravitz. Despite the game's success, Netflix aims to streamline its gaming efforts, also shutting down its Helsinki-based studio, Moonloot. The closures are part of Netflix's strategy to focus its gaming investments more effectively.
Why It's Important?
The closure of Night School Studio highlights the challenges faced by Netflix in its gaming ventures. Despite the success of 'Unhinged,' the decision to shut down the studio reflects a strategic shift towards more focused gaming investments. This move could impact the gaming industry by signaling a potential reevaluation of how streaming platforms approach game development. It also raises questions about the sustainability of gaming projects within larger entertainment companies and the future of narrative-driven games.
