Netflix has announced an “upgraded TV experience” that includes a redesign of the main layout, and it includes a dedicated tab for games. The update begins its global rollout on May 19, and when it arrives, Netflix said members can expect “better recommendations and an improved interface” with the aim of showing subscribers “what matters most to you.”
The updated Netflix layout will include shortcuts for things like Search, Shows, Movies, Games, and My Netflix. These tabs will be located at the top of the screen.
In terms of recommendations, Netflix said the service will show show recommended titles “in real time” with the homepage responding better to viewing and browsing history. “Decision fatigue is real,” Netflix said.
Additionally, the new Netflix layout will show more detailed information about each title, including things like a story synopsis, runtime, award wins, Top 10 history, and key casting details.
Netflix has been investing in games for years, with mixed results. The company is not moving ahead with its AAA game plans, but continues to build out its roster of social and mobile titles. Some of the titles available on Netflix include Dead Cells, GTA: San Andreas, Hades, Sonic Mania Plus, Street Fighter IV CE, and Rainbow Six: Smol, among many others. Looking ahead, Ubisoft is building a brand-new Assassin’s Creed game for Netflix.
Netflix’s games can be played on mobile devices or by streaming over the cloud. Netflix has said its gaming plans are ambitious and will take time to come to fruition.
