Netflix is reportedly in discussions about licensing a Grand Theft Auto game. A recent report from The Wall Street Journal has sparked excitement among GTA fans. Here's what we know so far.
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| Netflix in Talks for a Grand Theft Auto Game, According to Report |
Netflix's Expansion into Gaming and Grand Theft Auto Licensing Talks
Netflix Ventures into Gaming
In recent months, Netflix has been increasing its efforts in the gaming arena. As part of their strategy to bolster their presence in both mobile and console gaming, they've been hiring industry veterans. One significant hire that made waves was Joseph Staten, one of the beloved developers behind the Halo franchise, who announced he would be the creative director on a new AAA game.
Discussions about a GTA Game for Netflix
So far, Netflix has been acquiring licenses for various IPs like Assassin's Creed or creating games based on their own properties, such as Stranger Things. According to The Wall Street Journal, more licensed titles will become a part of their game catalog.
The Potential Impact of a Netflix-Grand Theft Auto Collaboration
They also mention that Netflix has had talks with Take-Two Interactive about "plans to release a game within the popular action-adventure series Grand Theft Auto." This information comes from sources familiar with Netflix's plans.
This indicates that they aim to bring a GTA game to their platform. At this point, we don't know which game(s) this might be. If it's a mobile-only game, we could potentially see the GTA Trilogy remasters on Netflix and GTA+.
Why Would They Pursue This?
The GTA series is one of the biggest in entertainment history. GTA V has sold nearly 200 million copies, and the entire franchise has now reached 400 million in total.
What the GTA Community Thinks About Netflix's Involvement in a GTA Game
While GTA 6 will be Rockstar Games' flagship release in the coming years, Netflix can strike a substantial deal to license the GTA name.
This isn't the first time Rockstar Games has entered into licensing agreements. Currently, they are funding the Max Payne Remake, with Remedy Entertainment handling development. We also learned last month about the cost Take-Two charges for GTA V to be part of Xbox Game Pass.
What are your thoughts on a GTA game potentially being produced by Netflix? Share your comments. Stay tuned to RockstarINTEL for updates on the GTA series, including GTA 6 and GTA Online.
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