Netflixs foray into the gaming business is taking its first steps, and its in search of its first internally generated success. However, while that happens, its important to secure a foundation from third parties that puts them on the map, and that long-awaited moment has finally arrived for the streaming platform.
Netflix becomes a mobile success thanks to GTA
The impact of Grand Theft Auto is no small matter, and Netflix has just experienced it as the recent release of GTA III, GTA: Vice City, and GTA: San Andreas has resulted in success for the platform in the gaming application arena. According to a report from Tweak Town, the Netflix application on the App Store and Play Store ranked high, even reaching number one at times, following the launch of the classic GTA titles, now available to subscribers of the streaming platform.
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So far, Netflixs gaming business is focused on mobile devices, and its gaming offerings are only available on them as a complement to its TV series and movie experience. However, the companys plans involve using the cloud so that users can play from a TV, PC, or device with access to the service using a controller.
The success of Netflix as a gaming application comes at an important moment as reports indicate that the company is working on its first AAA game for PC, an ambitious project that would be exclusive and aims to add value to its gaming offering, taking a step forward in adapting its exclusive franchises to mobile gaming.
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