Goodbye to Hades and Monument Valley: This platform will remove these indie mobile games in July
As part of a strategic shift, Netflix will delist over 20 mobile titles, including Hades and the Monument Valley trilogy, this July.
Netflix’s gaming division is set to lose nearly 20% of its mobile catalog next month. On July 1, subscribers will lose access to Hades, Supergiant’s award-winning roguelike, followed by the departure of Monument Valley, Monument Valley 2 and Monument Valley 3 on July 14. In total, 22 games are slated for removal, marking one of the largest single-month drops in Netflix’s brief gaming history.
Why the cull?
Netflix launched its gaming arm in late 2021, promising a blend of indie hits and original IP playable directly through its app. After initial experimentation—and the shutdown of its internal AAA studio in 2024—the streamer is refocusing on “big-screen experiences and key franchises,” according to industry insiders. Licensing expirations on third-party titles likely drove the decision to remove these indie standouts, many of which are based on external IP beyond Netflix’s control.
What’s leaving and when?
- July 1: Hades (iOS only) bids farewell, taking its fast-paced underworld runs off the service first.
- July 14: Monument Valley 1–3, Carmen Sandiego, Braid: Anniversary Edition, Death’s Door, Rainbow Six: SMOL and dozens more will vanish mid-month, giving players until July 13 to finish their final runs.
Impact on players and developers
For many subscribers, Netflix’s mobile games served as a no-cost gateway to premium indie experiences. The removal has drawn criticism from players who enjoyed ad-free, in-app-purchase-free access to acclaimed titles. Some developers, like ustwo (Monument Valley) and Supergiant (Hades), have yet to announce standalone ports for iOS and Android outside Netflix, leaving mobile fans in limbo.
What comes next?
Netflix assures users that games will carry “Leaving Soon” badges well in advance, mimicking its film and TV cycle. Going forward, the streamer plans to prioritize family-friendly and flagship IP tie-ins, trimming its mobile library but doubling down on experiences that complement its series and films.
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