Key Takeaways:
– Netflix, in 2021, introduced gaming to its platform much like Apple Arcade.
– The platform's games are free to play, bear no advertisements, and involve no in-game microtransactions.
– The popular game series ‘Dumb Ways to Die' is soon to see its spin-off, ‘Dumb Ways to Survive,' debut on Netflix.
– ‘Dumb Ways to Die' crossed 340 million downloads for its first two games and was originally a public safety campaign in Australia.
– Netflix's spin on the series, ‘Dumb Ways to Survive,' features Noob, the main character lost in the wilderness.
– No release date for the game has been confirmed as yet.
Netflix Gears Up for Game Launch
Ever since its inception in 2021, Netflix Games has been piling its plate with an assortment of games for subscribers to indulge in. Absent of advertisements or any in-game microtransactions, these games offer a hassle-free gaming experience to Netflix users. Joining the growing roster soon is the much-anticipated game ‘Dumb Ways to Survive.'
Tracing the Origin of ‘Dumb Ways to Die'
‘Dumb Ways to Die' owes its origin to a public safety campaign by Metro Trains in Melbourne, Victoria. The campaign was deemed effective in Australia given its intent to educate the public about safety hazards using animated characters.
The popularity of the campaign led to its first game debut in 2013, courtesy of talented creators Julian Frost, Patrik Baron, and Samuel Baird. Presenting users hazardous campaigns to remain unscathed in, the game was initially released for iOS and later extended to Android users. The franchise has expanded since to include three sequels and spin-offs.
A Glimpse into the Upcoming Game
In this fresh venture, Netflix acquires the franchise to introduce its take on the game series in the form of ‘Dumb Ways to Survive.' Based on the released 10-second video, the game prominently features an altered art style, replacing the classic beans with all-new avatars.
The specified central character in the forthcoming game is Noob, and players will find themselves lost in the wilderness. In order to return to their homeland, Beanland, players will have to successfully navigate through thrilling forest challenges that range from harvesting to hunting, crafting, and cooking.
Netflix's Expanded Gaming Portfolio
In its relatively short lifespan of three years, Netflix Games has assembled an impressive collection of games. Its most prized possessions to date include the Grand Theft Auto trilogy and a Hugo Award-winning game, Hades by Supergiant Games.
Concerns rise among fans at reports hinting at the possible introduction of in-game microtransactions. Despite this uncertainty, the joyous gaming experience delivered so far by Netflix Games remains untouched, thanks to their ad-free policy.
Among other popular games on the platform are Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story, Rainbow Six: SMOL, TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, Dust & Neon, and Death's Door. Netflix Games is also expected to add several new titles like Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, Monument Valley, Paper Trail, and Braid Anniversary Edition.
While the release date for ‘Dumb Ways to Survive' remains unconfirmed, Netflix Games' followers eagerly anticipate the platform's spin on this much-loved franchise.
