In 5 Years, Will Netflix Still Be In Gaming? Here’s What The CEO Said
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos confirmed the streaming giant’s long-term commitment to gaming, stating he expects Netflix to continue hosting games five years from now. Speaking at the Screentime event, Sarandos outlined the company’s vision for its gaming strategy, positioning mobile games as a stepping stone toward its broader ambition: cloud gaming.
Currently, Netflix offers a diverse catalog of mobile games included with standard subscriptions, featuring titles like Red Dead Redemption, Sonic Mania Plus, and RollerCoaster Tycoon Touch—all ad-free. The service also provides streaming games accessible on televisions. However, Sarandos’s remarks suggest that cloud gaming represents Netflix’s primary focus for the future, indicating a potential shift in how the platform prioritizes its gaming expansion.
The statement provides clarity on Netflix’s gaming direction following years of experimentation in the space. By framing mobile gaming as a gateway to cloud gaming rather than an endpoint, Sarandos signals that Netflix views cloud-based gaming as central to its long-term strategy, even as it maintains its existing mobile portfolio.