Netflix acquires studio responsible for game Oxenfree

Netflix hasn’t been working on a gaming platform for a long time. Now giant streamng TV shows and movies take it one step further in creating a gaming experience for subscribers. K ccompanchia announced on Tuesday (28) that it had acquired a night school studio.

The company, which is now part of the Netflix umbrella, is responsible for the game Oxenfree. It was founded by Sean Krankel and Adam Hines in 2014. A graphic adventure and supernatural mystery game, the studio debuted in January 2016 and received critical acclaim.

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“We were inspired by their bold mission to set a new standard for storytelling in games. Their dedication to artistic excellence and track record make them reliable partners in creating new creative features and the Netflix game library, ”wrote Mike Verdu, vice president of game development for Netflix. streaming platform…

The Netflix CEO added that the service will continue to work with developers around the world. The idea is to “hire the best talent in the industry to come up with a great collection of exclusive games designed for all types of players and all levels of play.” The titles will be part of the catalog with no ads or purchases.

In the meantime, Night School Studios said they want to expand their storytelling and ambitions with original games. For the developer’s founders, exploring the gameplay and storytelling of Netflix with a variety of storytellers was a natural pairing.

“And, of course, it’s unrealistic to have the honor of being the first game studio join Netflix! We will not only continue to do what we already do as we like, but we will also be ranked first on the world’s largest entertainment platform, ”said Sean Krankel.

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