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Netflix Reportedly to Offer Video Games, Hires Ex-EA Exec

Top GamesNetflix has reportedly begun an expansion into video game development. / Photo courtesy of NetflixNetflix has hired a former Electronic Arts and Zynga executive, Mike Verdu, to lead the company's push into video games, per a report from Bloomberg.Verdu will take on the role of vice president of game development, reporting directly to Netflix's chief operating officer, Greg Peters, per Netflix. He was previously a Facebook vice president in charge of bringing games and other software to Oculus platforms.Netflix plans to offer its first games through its streaming platform

Netflix reportedly aiming to expand into video games in 2022, hires former EA and Facebook executive

Netflix is reportedly taking its first steps into the games industry, hiring former Electronic Arts Inc. and Facebook executive Mike Verdu to lead the effort, according to Bloomberg.  Building on previous reports, this has been something Netflix has looked into for a while now, approaching multiple video game industry experts back in May when it was considering a “bundle” of games. Now, the company plans to add video games to its service in some form starting in 2022.  Bloomberg reports that Verdu, who previously worked at Facebook working with developers

The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf Animated Film Gets Debut Date on Netflix & New Trailer

Today Netflix announced the debut date of the upcoming The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf animated film. The film will be available on the popular streaming service on August 23, 2021. It focuses on the origin story of Geralt of Rivia’s mentor and friend Vesemir. It’s directed by Kwang Il Han, produced by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich, and written by Beau DeMayo. The animation is by South Korean studio Mir, known for The Legend of Korra, Voltron: Legendary Defender, Dota: Dragon’s Blood, and more. [embedded content] Below you can read a

Jade Raymond’s Haven Studios’ Game Will Most Likely Have Multiplayer And Live-Service Elements

According to a number of LinkedIn job vacancies, it would seem that Jade Raymond’s Haven Studios would have some form of multiplayer or live-service elements in its upcoming project. There’s not a lot of information available right now, but it’s confirmed that the game would be a PlayStation 5 exclusive. The studio is currently on the lookout for a Senior Software Engineer with experience in network, multiplayer, and marketing. There’s also a vacancy for Senior Core Infrastructure Engineer and Online Software Engineer with experience in working on cloud platforms. These

Gaules partners with NBA, will broadcast games on his Twitch channel

Brazilian streamer Alexandre “Gaules” Borba Chiqueta has entered a new partnership with the NBA, he announced today. The former Counter-Strike player and current content creator is known as the Brazilian voice of global CS:GO tournaments. He’s also cast other esports titles, such as VALORANT. He has little experience when it comes to sports but has broadcasted youth Brazilian soccer matches in the past. Gaules will begin to stream NBA games on his Twitch channel amid the league’s playoffs starting on Wednesday, June 2 with the Atlanta Hawks vs. New York

Do You Need PS Plus to Play Knockout City?

Top Gamescourtesy of Electronic ArtsKnockout City requires PS Plus for PlayStation 4/5 players.The first season in Knockout City finally started on Tuesday May 25. The first Diamond Ranked player has been announced as well. It is not surprising considering how popular the game has been so far. Knockout City is an online multiplayer game that cannot be played in a single player mode. Thus internet connection will be required for this game.Right this way, folks! Season 1: Welcome to Knockout City League Play has begun! Time to climb your way

Netflix Could Be Designing More Immersive ‘Gaming’ Experiences

Top GamesNetflix, the prolific film and television streaming service, could be branching out to more immersive experiences. | NetflixNetflix, the prolific film and television streaming service, could be branching out to more immersive experiences.It appears that Netflix's experiment with Black Mirror: Bandersnatch performed better than originally thought. The company has made moves recently to inch itself closer to the gaming sphere, including several adaptations from Assassin's Creed to DOTA. Allegedly, they've sought help curating further investments--potentially on Netflix and beyond. So, could Netflix become the next big name in gaming?Netflix

Dr Disrespect set to meet with YouTube to discuss changes for streamers

Dr Disrespect seems to be getting the opportunity to take YouTube’s streaming service “to the next level.” Ryan Wyatt, head of YouTube gaming, and the Doc, will be setting up a meeting to discuss changes to the platform, according to an exchange between the pair. This conversation stemmed from Dr Disrespect voicing his criticism of YouTube’s slow rollout of their clipping feature. In a clip from his stream, The Doc said that all it would take to make positive changes for streamers on YouTube is for the two to get