Two of the games are based on the hit Netflix horror series
“Stranger Things” and the remaining three are basic card or skill games,
according to the Silicon Valley based company.
“We’re excited to take our first step in launching Netflix
games on mobile to the world,” the company said in a release.
“We want to begin to build a library of games that offers
something for everyone.”
The games that went global on Tuesday had already been
available in Italy, Poland, and Spain.
All of the titles are tailored for play on Android-powered
smartphones or tablets and are accessible through Netflix accounts.
It was not disclosed when versions of the games might be
available for iPhones or iPads, which run on Apple software.
Netflix recently acquired its first video game studio, as
the streaming giant bids to expand its entertainment empire with a push into
the lucrative gaming sector.
The company said it bought California-based Night School
Studio, best known as the creators of paranormal thriller game Oxenfree.
Netflix had indicated its intention to venture into video
games in July, eyeing potential hits based on the storylines of popular
television series.
It has openly said it aims to compete with hit games such as
Fortnite for people’s online entertainment time, and analysts suggest offering
games could help attract new subscribers.
The global gaming market now exceeds $300 billion, according
to a study this year by consulting firm Accenture.
Netflix has recruited a video game veteran, Facebook’s Mike
Verdu, to lead its gaming team.
“Just like our series, films and specials, we want to design
games for any level of play and every kind of player,” Netflix said.
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