Netflix ditches five other upcoming releases alongside Don\'t Starve Together

Netflix Games Cancels Five More Upcoming Titles

Following the unexpected cancellation of Don't Starve Together, Netflix Games has announced the shelving of five additional upcoming titles. This includes anticipated releases like Tales of the Shire and Compass Point: West. These games are either indefinitely postponed or will be released on other platforms.

According to What's on Netflix, a source within the streaming service confirmed the cancellations, citing a broader restructuring of their gaming portfolio. The full list of cancelled games includes: Don't Starve Together, Compass Point: West, Lab Rat, Rotwood, Tales of the Shire, and Thirsty Suitors.

This move aligns with a recent Netflix investor call, which highlighted a strategic shift towards narrative-driven games that promote their existing streaming content, similar to the successful Netflix Stories anthology.

This news comes as a surprise, although a previous prediction suggested Netflix's focus on promoting its streaming content would impact its broader game catalog. While the cancellation of titles like Don't Starve Together and Compass Point: West might be expected, the removal of Tales of the Shire, a highly anticipated game based on the popular Lord of the Rings franchise, is particularly noteworthy. This suggests that even established IP's are not immune to cuts outside of Netflix's own branded content.

Given these developments, now might be a good time to explore our ranking of the top 10 best games currently available on Netflix Games. While the selection may be changing, several outstanding titles remain.