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Netflix has a new gaming boss after hiring former Epic exec


The streamer continues its steady expansion into games.

By Andrew Webster, an entertainment editor covering streaming, virtual worlds, and every single Pokémon video game. In a statement, Tascan explained that he took the role at the streamer because “I firmly believe that Netflix is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of gaming.” Though it has yet to become a major part of Netflix’s business, the company has dabbled in games since 2021, with a growing library of titles available to subscribers via mobile.

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