Netflix to close Night School six weeks after its last release, and plans to shut down Moonloot
Netflix is closing Night School, the studio behind Oxenfree, and plans to close Finnish studio Moonloot; few operational details are provided.
What happened and why it matters
Netflix is shutting down Night School, the studio behind Oxenfree, six weeks after its last game was released. The company also plans to shut down Finnish studio Moonloot. Both moves remove these teams from Netflix's games efforts and are a notable development in current gaming news.
What we know
- Night School, known for Oxenfree, is being closed by Netflix, six weeks after its most recent game release.
- Moonloot, a Finnish studio, is also planned to be shut down by Netflix.
- The source does not specify the title of Night School's last game, exact calendar dates beyond the six-week interval, reasons for the closures, staff outcomes, or any effect on release dates.
Why players should pay attention
Studio closures change which teams are developing for a publisher, and can affect future releases or ongoing support. At this stage, the only confirmed facts are the planned closures themselves. Players tracking video games and release dates across Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and PC gaming will want to note these as active items in the news feed until more details emerge.
What to watch next
- Official updates from Netflix, Night School and Moonloot for any statements on staff, existing titles, or future plans.
- Reporting that specifies the last game's title, staffing outcomes, or any changes to release schedules, none of which are provided by the source at this time.