Hello, gamers! We all love watching Netflix. But the coming restrictions to password sharing mean no more binge-watching with friends and family. On to the good news! Netflix has launched and partnered with some good mobile games.
A lot of you may already know this. This is for those who are not familiar. If you're a subscriber of Netflix, you gain access to quality games, free of ads or in-app purchases. Here's a list of ten games you can try playing solo or with friends.
10. Krispee Street
Remember when we, as kids, would find hidden objects and circle them out in kids' magazines? This is the exact same type of game, now on mobile. I know it's quite common but Krispree Street is a version where you look for hidden characters, based on the Krispee webcomic. The controls are simple: scroll, explore, zoom, and find. It offers seven worlds with plenty of characters. As with similar games, the difficulty increases with every new level that you unlock. The number of items you need to find goes up to 100+. This is the perfect game to kill boredom or some quick challenge on your free time.
9. NETFLIX Poinpy
Speaking of idle games, this is a simple yet challenging platformer. Your goal is to climb as high as you can by bouncing against walls, jumping off platforms, collecting fruits, and power-ups. You also get to unlock abilities and dodge obstacles. Just be sure to feed the impatient blue beast chasing after you.
There are two modes: puzzle and time. Completing all stages unlocks endless mode. Unfortunately, there's no multiplayer mode. Although you can still challenge your friends and see who can survive the longest and get the best score.
8. Heads Up! Netflix Edition
Word Party, Charades — Android, iOS
Everyone's favorite party game now has a new Netflix Edition, where you can play Netflix-themed decks. There's Stranger Things, Squid Game, Shadow and Bone, Selling Sunset, Bridgerton, and more! There are more than 25 decks from various genres, such as anime, crime, and romcom.
If you're not familiar with Heads Up. It's a charades game. The player picks a deck, then holds his phone up to their forehead, and participants provide clues. The player tilts the phone down for every correct answer and up for incorrect ones.
7. Stranger Things: 1984
This game is based on the series Stranger Things and is set in the same fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, in 1984. You play Chief Hopper as he tracks down the missing kids, non-other than the show's cast members - Eleven, Max, Lucas, Mike, Dustin, Nancy, and Will. Every character has their own unique abilities and the only way forward is by unlocking chapters. You also get to explore, collect gnomes, solve puzzles, and defeat enemies!
If you're a fan of this series, you may also get Stranger Things 3: The Game
6. Twelve Minutes
Decision Making, Point Clicking Adventure — Android, iOS
Once upon a time,, there lived a happy couple in a cozy apartment. Then one day, everything went wrong when the husband got trapped in a twelve-minute time loop. Try to escape this loop; but let me tell you,, success is not guaranteed.
Twelve Minutes is a point-and-click adventure with a captivating and suspenseful story. It combines elements of murder mysteries with a time limit to keep players on their toes. The game has three main characters: the Husband (voiced by James McAvoy, a.k.a. Professor X), the Wife (voiced by Daisy Ridley, who played Rey in the recent Star Wars Trilogy), and the Cop (voiced by Willem Dafoe). Every decision you make affects how the game will end. Hero? Villain? Protector? Selfish? There are many personalities that the main character can portray. Discover each plot by making wise decisions.
5. TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Who loves the 80's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? My favorite is Michelangelo. (Who's yours? Leave a comment below.) Inspired by the franchise, Shredder's Revenge is an action-adventure where you play the OG turtles -- Leo, Ralph, Donnie, and Mikey.
The players can choose from a wide variety of weapons. As you progress through levels, you can further upgrade these weapons and learn new skills. Top secret: Even Splinter and April O'Neil join the squad to beat Shredder's gang - Bebop, Rocksteady, Leatherhead, Kraang, and more.
Overall, TMNT: Shredder's Revenge is a fun game. Even more so for fans of the franchise, with its iconic soundtrack and retro-themed, 8-bit graphics. Are you ready to revisit an action-packed pixelated, nostalgic arcade game? Then use your ninja combos and 3, 2, 1 COWABUNGA!
4. OXENFREE: Netflix Edition
Horror, Adventure — Android, iOS
It starts much like a lot of horror movies. After partying, a group of teenagers decides to explore a haunted place.
This is an adventure game that follows a group as they investigate strange radio signals beaming from a lighthouse. It's a game that covers a lot. A supernatural thriller story, communicating with ghosts, interesting puzzles, and a beautiful soundtrack. It also comes with a unique conversation system. This challenges the player to make good decisions to get a better outcome.
There's a newly-released sequel called OXENFREE II: Lost Signals available on PC, PS5, Switch, and PS4.
3. Into the Breach
Invader Alert! A Lifeless Intruder Earthlings & Not so human Space creatures (ALIENS) have arrived to capture the earth. Are you ready to save our planet?
Into the Breach is a sci-fi-themed turn-based strategy. You play the role of a mech commander sent to stop the advance of massive aliens known as Vek. With the help of your fellow pilots, you must use your mech's fighting skills to destroy the rampaging beasts. The game features an intuitive and easy-to-learn interface, as well as a variety of hardcore levels in 8x8 combat. It even comes with an assortment of weapons and pilots to choose from. So you have lots of strategic options for battle. The game's difficulty ramps up as you progress; it can get very challenging.
Be a Guardian! Stop the invaders and save humanity!
2. Before Your Eyes
Warning: This game contains sensitive topics. Please play with caution.
I get fascinated by games with unique concepts. This is one of them.
Before Your Eyes is an amazing and emotional game. It features a new way of interaction: whenever you blink (in real life) at given points, the story progresses. In order to play, the game's camera tracks your blinks. This is you can explore, solve puzzles, relive memories, and make choices that will shape the story. Speaking of, the game's visuals are absolutely stunning and its music exudes joy. Ready your tissues and experience Benjamin Brynn's mesmerizing life.
It can be finicky due to calibration and sensitivity issues. When it does work, you get to experience the life journey of a beautiful soul.
1. Spiritfarer Netflix Edition
Last but not least is Spiritfarer Netflix Edition. This is a game that teaches us to say goodbye. Goodbyes are one of the hardest things to say. But it also signals the beginning of a new journey.
In Spiritfarer, you play as Stella, a ferry master who helps lost souls move on to the afterlife. As Stella, you will explore the world, build a boat to explore the seas, care for your spirit passengers, and help them find peace. The game deals with difficult topics like loss and grief. Yet, it approached these in a way that the experience becomes uplifting and, ultimately, hopeful.
Hence, this delightful and relaxing game is a unique blend of platformer, crafting, and management. It also comes with mini-games like farming, fishing, mining, cooking, and more. With its vibrant art style, soothing soundtrack, and lovable cast of characters, Spiritfarer is sure to bring a smile to your face.