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Netflix has launched a cloud gaming beta test on TVs, with computers to follow
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this post was submitted on 15 Aug 2023
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Because it's the nightmare scenario for consumers. Imagine your next favorite game is a Netflix exclusive.
You can only access it through Netflix streaming. You cannot own the game, ever. You can't even pirate it. Netflix can take it away at any moment and it will be gone forever.
Now imagine what they could do with so much power. They could make simple features cost extra. Want ultrawide? That's $2.99/month. Want 120 fps? That's $4.99. Want an FOV slider? Special offer, only $0.99! Extra save slots? You betcha it costs extra.
You can forget about modding or tweaking your experience in any way. Shaders like reshade, texture packs, input handling improvement (including for those with special needs) will no longer be cluttering your mind.
All that sucks, but you have to play this game. One day you're playing and you're so immersed in a very tense section of the game, you've practically forgotten the outside world exists. Wait why did my image change? "This new fabric softener will keep your sheets fresh for weeks!". Oh right, it's the ad break.
Well that sounds like a completely miserable experience. You've about had it. You're cancelling your Netflix and going to their competitor. Oh... The only way to access this game is through Netflix streaming.