Netflix to Lose Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, Devs Seek Mobile Solutions

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is leaving Netflix Games. Developer Yacht Club Games announced the news on Twitter, stating they're exploring other options for the title.

The game will remain available on other platforms including Steam, Switch, and PlayStation 4. While this is good news for existing players on those platforms, it's disappointing for those who accessed the game through Netflix.

Yacht Club Games is considering further distribution options, hinting at a possible standalone mobile release. However, a timeline for this hasn't been confirmed.

The Subscription Service Conundrum

The departure of Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon highlights a key risk inherent in subscription gaming services: reduced player ownership. When games are removed, players are reliant on the developer to make the title available elsewhere.

Yacht Club Games has various options moving forward, and a potential return in 2025 isn't out of the question. For now, numerous other games are available to fill the void. Check out our top five new mobile games list for some alternatives!