Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is leaving Netflix, but the devs are exploring options to keep it available on mobile

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon Digs Out of Netflix Games

Prepare for a departure: Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is leaving Netflix Games. Developer Yacht Club Games announced the news, stating they are exploring alternative distribution options.

This follows the recent positive news of Squid Game: Unleashed becoming free-to-play. While Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon will be removed from Netflix's gaming service, fans can still enjoy it on other platforms including Switch, Steam, and PlayStation 4.

Yacht Club Games' statement offers a glimmer of hope, confirming they are investigating further avenues for the game's availability. A standalone mobile release is a strong possibility, though a precise timeframe remains unclear.

The Subscription Service Conundrum

The removal highlights a key risk inherent in subscription gaming services: reduced player ownership. When games are removed, players are reliant on developers to ensure future accessibility. Yacht Club Games likely has several options, assuming no contractual restrictions exist following their departure from Netflix Games. We anticipate potential future availability, perhaps in 2025.

In the interim, numerous other gaming options are available. Check out our latest list of top mobile games for alternative entertainment!