Netflix is Selling Back Game Studio Spry Fox to Its Founders
In a move that comes as no surprise to industry insiders, Netflix is parting ways with its game studio Spry Fox. The studio behind the popular games "Cozy Grove" and "Alphabear", Spry Fox is being sold back to its original founders, David Edery and Daniel Cook.
The decision to sell comes after a significant change in Netflix's gaming strategy under new leader Alain Tascan. Gone are the days of acquiring studios and licensing mobile games for the platform; instead, Netflix has shifted its focus towards titles based on existing IP, social party games, and proven quantities. "Spirit Crossing", Spry Fox's highly anticipated cooperative village life sim game, falls squarely outside of this new strategy.
The studio will continue to develop "Spirit Crossing" as an independent company, with Netflix remaining involved as the publisher on mobile devices. However, this won't necessarily guarantee a smooth ride for Spry Fox. The founders' ability to shop the game to other publishers for console and PC releases is being made possible through the sale, but it remains to be seen whether this move will provide enough stability for the studio.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Spry Fox's future, one thing is clear: the departure of another Netflix games studio marks a shift in the company's approach to gaming. After shutting down studios like Team Blue and Boss Fight Entertainment, Netflix has opted to retain control over its most high-risk investments. Will this strategy pay off? Only time will tell.
As for Spry Fox, the studio is poised to embark on a new chapter in its history. With the support of its original founders, the team can now chart its own course and bring "Spirit Crossing" to life on different platforms. The road ahead won't be easy, but with this newfound independence, Spry Fox may just find itself back on track.
In a move that comes as no surprise to industry insiders, Netflix is parting ways with its game studio Spry Fox. The studio behind the popular games "Cozy Grove" and "Alphabear", Spry Fox is being sold back to its original founders, David Edery and Daniel Cook.
The decision to sell comes after a significant change in Netflix's gaming strategy under new leader Alain Tascan. Gone are the days of acquiring studios and licensing mobile games for the platform; instead, Netflix has shifted its focus towards titles based on existing IP, social party games, and proven quantities. "Spirit Crossing", Spry Fox's highly anticipated cooperative village life sim game, falls squarely outside of this new strategy.
The studio will continue to develop "Spirit Crossing" as an independent company, with Netflix remaining involved as the publisher on mobile devices. However, this won't necessarily guarantee a smooth ride for Spry Fox. The founders' ability to shop the game to other publishers for console and PC releases is being made possible through the sale, but it remains to be seen whether this move will provide enough stability for the studio.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Spry Fox's future, one thing is clear: the departure of another Netflix games studio marks a shift in the company's approach to gaming. After shutting down studios like Team Blue and Boss Fight Entertainment, Netflix has opted to retain control over its most high-risk investments. Will this strategy pay off? Only time will tell.
As for Spry Fox, the studio is poised to embark on a new chapter in its history. With the support of its original founders, the team can now chart its own course and bring "Spirit Crossing" to life on different platforms. The road ahead won't be easy, but with this newfound independence, Spry Fox may just find itself back on track.
You know, it's always about rebirth and new beginnings, right? I mean, Netflix is basically saying "you're too good for us" to Spry Fox 
. The irony isn't lost that they're selling the studio back to its founders so they can try and find success on their own terms. It's almost like a big ol' experiment in entrepreneurship... or failure 
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. Is that what it takes to stay ahead in this rapidly changing gaming landscape? Or are they just missing out on the chance to take risks and create something truly innovative? The game, as they say, is always afoot 
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anyway, spry fox being sold back to the founders makes sense. they must've seen what was coming and didn't wanna stick around for the chop 
. But I do hope they don't regret selling Spry Fox back to its founders 
. The game "Spirit Crossing" sounds amazing! Have you played it? 
. And Cozy Grove has been downloaded over 10 million times on mobile alone! 
. With this strategy, will they be able to capitalize on that growth? 
. David Edery and Daniel Cook are the real MVPs here, taking back control of their baby and making sure they can bring "Spirit Crossing" to the masses 
. I mean, I get it, the gaming landscape has changed so much since "Crisis on Nergal" was released 
. But still, Spry Fox had some great games going on, especially "Cozy Grove". It's not the same as having a dedicated team like this to focus on new IPs and stuff... now it feels like they're just re-releasing old games with Netflix branding 
that Netflix is selling Spry Fox back to its founders! like, i know the gaming strategy has changed and all 
. i hope they can find some stability 
now that they're not tied to Netflix's new direction 
It's interesting how Netflix's shift in gaming strategy is a reflection of the ever-changing nature of business... and life itself. We adapt, we pivot, and sometimes that means letting go of things that no longer serve us. For Spry Fox, this sale to its founders is a chance for them to reclaim control and create something new, unencumbered by external expectations. It's almost like the concept of impermanence – nothing lasts forever, not even a successful studio 
. Will they be able to recapture that magic? Only time will tell... but I think it's refreshing to see them taking a chance on themselves, rather than relying solely on Netflix's support 
, you know how the sand can get all over your phone and it's like, impossible to clean off? 
. And who knows, maybe this is exactly what they needed - a fresh start? 
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Anyway, it's cool that they're getting the chance to take back control of "Spirit Crossing". Fingers crossed it'll be a huge success 
david edery & dan cook r gonna do an amazing job w/ spirit crossing i mean have u seen the trailer? 
but its weird that netflix changed course like that. wasnt gaming one of their big pushes? anyway, fingers crossed for spry fox 
. But at the same time, it makes sense that they'd want to focus on other things now 
. I mean, what's wrong with just making more games and seeing how people like them? 
. That game looks super cool! 
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i mean what's going on here? they're basically saying "hey we don't want to take a risk on your game" and then selling it back to the founders like they're some kind of charity case