It's a bittersweet moment for fans of Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon as the game is set to depart from Netflix Games. Developer Yacht Club Games made the announcement on Twitter, confirming that while the game will no longer be available on Netflix, it will continue to be accessible on other platforms such as Steam, Switch, and PlayStation 4. This news might be disappointing for those who discovered and enjoyed the game through Netflix's service.
However, there's a glimmer of hope as Yacht Club Games is actively exploring further options for Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon. While a standalone mobile release seems like a plausible next step, fans should temper their expectations as it may not happen immediately.
Can you dig it? The departure of Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon from Netflix Games serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks associated with subscription-based gaming services. In the digital age, where ownership is already a nebulous concept, subscribers are at the mercy of developers and service providers when games are removed. The hope is that Yacht Club Games will find a way to bring the game back in some form, possibly in 2025, provided there are no restrictive clauses from their previous agreement with Netflix.
In the interim, there's no shortage of gaming options available. Check out our latest roundup of the top five new mobile games to try this week for more exciting titles to dive into!
