Don't Starve Together Mobile Release: Not on Netflix

After a period of silence since the initial announcement in June 2024, fans of *Don't Starve Together* have received an update that brings both disappointment and excitement. The beloved survival game, known for its eerie, Tim Burton-inspired aesthetic, will no longer be making its way to Netflix Games. However, there's a silver lining: *Don't Starve Together* is still on track to launch on mobile platforms, available on both iOS and Android via the Google Play Store and iOS App Store.

Developers Playdigious and Klei Entertainment have confirmed their continued collaboration to bring this quirky survival game to mobile devices. In *Don't Starve Together*, players find themselves stranded on an island teeming with hostile wildlife, tasked with gathering resources and surviving as one of several unique characters—all while striving to not starve.

Although the game was initially set to be an exclusive release on Netflix Games, plans have shifted, leading to a global mobile launch instead. While an exact release date remains under wraps, both Klei Entertainment and Playdigious have assured fans that an announcement is forthcoming.

The shift away from Netflix exclusivity raises questions about the platform's future commitment to indie games. *Don't Starve* is a well-known and respected indie title, and its departure from Netflix Games, alongside other indie exclusives like *Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon*, suggests potential changes in the service's strategy. This development is particularly concerning given that Netflix's indie game offerings have been a significant draw for many subscribers.

For a deeper understanding of the implications of this shift, you might want to explore my analysis on the launch of *Squid Game: Unleashed*. There, I discuss why Netflix's growing focus on its proprietary titles could potentially undermine the robust indie game ecosystem it has cultivated thus far.