When Telltale Games released the original Walking Dead series in 2012, it was a breakout success. The company went on to acquire the rights to franchises such as Batman, Minecraft and even Game of Thrones. Taking on so many big-name projects all at once has allegedly contributed to its downfall at the same time.
While Telltale's days appear to be numbered, the majority of series linked to its success will continue on - with the companies behind them likely to take their business elsewhere. Netflix might be the first to do this, revealing its future plans for the Stranger Things video game it was originally working on with Telltale:
We are saddened by news about Telltale Games... They developed many great games in the past and left an indelible mark in the industry. Minecraft: Story Mode is still moving forward as planned. We are in the process of evaluating other options for bringing the Stranger Things universe to life in an interactive medium.
As previously reported, a skeleton crew made up of 25 staff is currently focused on a single project at Telltale, which as noted in the statement above, is a Minecraft: Story Mode project for Netflix. Telltale has now also released a statement suggesting there might be a way to see The Walking Dead season finale through, following expressions of interest from potential partners.
Are there any games from Telltale you have been anticipating? Would you have liked a Stranger Things game? Are you still in shock by the original news? Tell us below.
[source polygon.com]
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I hope so. I generally don't play mobile games but, the mobile Stranger Things game is pretty awesome. I recommend it if you haven't checked it out. It sort of plays like a top-down Zelda game.
Most overrated show EVER.
@justin233 Couldn't agree more, I watched the entire first season and thought it was terrible. Now, everyone is allowed to like what they like, but I genuinely don't understand the hype behind this show.
I like the show for what it is, and I’ve had many fun memories watching all the episodes with friends and family. But, yeah, it is overrated. I guess I’d call it “Netflix comfort food” for me.
Without Telltale? That is actually good!
I love this show, especially the amazing vibe and fun actors.
Nintendo... You know what to do. Imagine a Stranger Things title exclusive to Switch...
Either that or give it to Quantic Dream
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
Most likely for the best. could allow them to have a actual game based on their show with real gameplay, then just interactive episodes
What do you mean by "Possibly Without Telltale"? Could Netflix buy Telltale and add the netflix subscription for free?
If netflix started a videogame service, that would be the end of everything.
@ClassSonicSatAm
What's going on with comments? People are posting several times the same thing today...
@Rhaoulos I don't think Netflix has the infrastructure for actual video games. They do have some interactive type movies for the children and they may be as close as they get. They're already hemorrhaging money trying to make new content as is.
Also I think the site is having massive lag and that's why the comments are messed up. I had that issue too.
@saintayu They have an army of devs to improve their service but they don't have a video game team. Although they could hire one and hide it in their colossal spendings but the game wouldn't be released for years.
Just give us Netflix on the switch, I've already given it up from the Wii U after all the crashes, so have to use my PS3
I love the show! Can't wait for season 3. The shopping mall commercial teaser trailer is awesome!
However, I'm not really a fan of Telltale games. Talk about overrated! But I'm shocked about their downfall. With all the success that their games have seen, I'm surprised!
We could all use a Stranger Things game in our lives
Hey Nintendo... you need new IP, right?
Why not this?
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