After a prolonged period of silence since our last update in June 2024, we have both disappointing and exciting news regarding the highly anticipated mobile release of Don't Starve Together. The bad news is that the game will no longer be coming to Netflix Games. However, the good news is that fans can still look forward to playing Don't Starve Together on their mobile devices.
Playdigious, in collaboration with Klei Entertainment, is diligently working to bring the eerie, Tim Burton-inspired survival game to iOS and Android platforms. In Don't Starve Together, players find themselves marooned on a mysterious island teeming with hostile creatures. As a diverse array of quirky characters, your mission is to gather resources, endure the harsh environment, and, above all, don't starve.
Originally planned as an exclusive release for Netflix Games, Don't Starve Together will now be available globally through Google Play and the iOS App Store. While an exact release date has not been announced, both Klei Entertainment and Playdigious have assured fans that more information is forthcoming.
No Netflix for youIt appears that the exclusivity deal with Netflix has fallen through. While it's reassuring to know that Don't Starve Together will still be accessible worldwide, this development raises questions about Netflix Games' commitment to indie titles. Given that Don't Starve is a well-established and iconic survival indie game, its exclusion from Netflix is particularly noteworthy.
The shift away from indie exclusives, such as Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, might signal a broader trend. Netflix's indie game offerings have been one of its most compelling features, and the loss of major titles like Don't Starve Together could be a blow to the platform's appeal. For a deeper dive into my thoughts on this matter, check out my analysis on the launch of Squid Game: Unleashed and why Netflix's increasing focus on its own properties might be detrimental to its indie game lineup.