He added, “Our close collaboration with Netflix on ‘Stranger Things: Puzzle Tales’ has already proven that together we create a strong partnership. “Joining forces with the world’s largest streaming service, Netflix, presents an opportunity for a logical and exciting continuation of our strategy to craft interactive experiences for the world to enjoy.” “We have had an unwavering focus to execute on our vision: to become the partner of choice for global entertainment businesses and craft authentic and long-lasting interactive entertainment based on the world’s most beloved franchises,” Huuhtanen commented. Prior to Next Games, Huuhtanen worked at “Angry Birds” creator Rovio as head of M&A. “There are no plans to make changes in the Next Games leadership team at the moment,” a Next Games rep said. With the Netflix acquisition, Next Games CEO Teemu Huuhtanen is expected to remain with the company. The board of directors of Next Games has unanimously voted to recommend that shareholders accept Netflix’s tender offer. The offer is a nearly 70% premium over the volume-weighted average price per share (€1.24) of Next Game’s stock over the previous six-month period and 125.6% over the March 1 closing price.ĪMC Networks, home of “The Walking Dead,” is a major shareholder in Next Games. Under the terms of the agreement, Netflix is offering €2.10 in cash per share of Next Games, for a total equity value of approximately €65 million ($72 million).
The animators of the game took photos of me, and initially used the Soundgarden Contest Video I did as a starting point, then designed a model in my image and put me into the game. Netflix’s deal for Next Games is expected to close in the second quarter of 2022, subject to customary closing conditions. So, I’m in the new Walking Dead Game (400 Days) I’m not kidding. “We are excited for Next Games to join Netflix as a core studio in a strategic region and key talent market, expanding our internal game studio capabilities.” The sequel to 2012s Game of the Year continues several months after the events seen in Season One of The Walking Dead, and Clementine is searching for safety. Meet new survivors, explore new locations and make gruesome choices. “Next Games has a seasoned management team, strong track record with mobile games based on entertainment franchises, and solid operational capabilities,” said Michael Verdu, VP of games for Netflix, in a statement. Play as Clementine, an orphaned girl forced to grow up fast by the world around her.