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Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Netflix fans have DAYS left to enjoy two hugely popular titles as major feature is closed ahead of app revamp
You have until May 12 to enjoy them before they're gone forever NOT-FLIX Netflix fans have DAYS left to enjoy two hugely popular titles as major feature is closed ahead of app revamp NETFLIX is pulling two titles from the platform in what appears to mark the end for a game-changing feature on the service. And it's farewell for a special Black Mirror film. 2 Black Mirror: Bandersnatch stars Will Poulter Credit: Netflix 2 Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend is set to go too Credit: Netflix The streamer routinely adds and removes content but rarely takes down its own originals. However, the firm seems to be shutting down special interactive titles with the final two set to be chopped next week. Interactive Specials began in 2017, starting with Shrek spin-off Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale. They allow viewers to influence the story and create a different ending each time. Netflix culled most of its interactive content late last year, with kids favourites like Battle Kitty and Johnny Test among them. But now the final two - Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend - are going on May 12, according to What's On Netflix. It seems likely that there won't be any further interactive titles, as Netflix previously said the technology "served its purpose, but is now limiting as we focus on technological efforts in other areas". In recent years, Netflix has turned its focus to gaming instead with apps based around its best shows and movies. The end of interactive specials comes as Netflix plans to introduce a massive makeover of the app for the first time in ten years. TVs viewers will start noticing a fresh look over the next few weeks. You're throwing away money on Netflix – I found three common mistakes sending your bill soaring but the fixes are easy It's set to sport better recommendations and an improved interface that "highlights what matters most to you". Navigation will be simplified as part of the move, with shortcuts at the top. "Your homepage will respond to your viewing and browsing history," Netflix says. "So you can quickly find something that suits your mood in the moment." There's also My Netflix, described as a "personal oasis" hub for keeping track of the content you personally like. That includes shows you're part-way through and movies that you'd like to watch next. This will be home to Continue Watching, My List, and Remind Me as well.
The Irish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Netflix fans have DAYS left to enjoy two hugely popular titles as major feature is closed ahead of app revamp
NETFLIX is pulling two titles from the platform in what appears to mark the end for a game-changing feature on the service. And it's farewell for a special 2 Black Mirror: Bandersnatch stars Will Poulter Credit: Netflix 2 Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend is set to go too Credit: Netflix The streamer routinely adds and removes content but rarely takes down its own originals. However, the firm seems to be shutting down special interactive titles with the final two set to be chopped next week. Interactive Specials began in 2017, starting with Shrek spin-off Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale. They allow viewers to influence the story and create a different ending each time. Read more about Netflix Netflix culled most of its interactive content late last year, with kids favourites like Battle Kitty and Johnny Test among them. But now the final two - It seems likely that there won't be any further interactive titles, as Netflix In recent years, Netflix has turned its focus to Most read in Tech The end of interactive specials comes as Netflix plans to introduce a massive makeover of the app for the first time in ten years. TVs viewers will start You're throwing away money on Netflix – I found three common mistakes sending your bill soaring but the fixes are easy It's set to sport better recommendations and an improved interface that "highlights what matters most to you". Navigation will be simplified as part of the move, with shortcuts at the top. "Your homepage will respond to your viewing and browsing history," Netflix says. "So you can quickly find something that suits your mood in the moment." There's also My Netflix, described as a "personal oasis" hub for keeping track of the content you personally like. That includes shows you're part-way through and movies that you'd like to watch next. This will be home to Continue Watching, My List, and Remind Me as well. Must-know Netflix TV tips Get the most out of your Netflix account with these handy hack Do I need a TV licence to watch Netflix? What's Netflix Basic with Ads like?
Engadget
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Black Mirror's Bandersnatch is leaving Netflix for good
Netflix has been gradually culling its library of interactive content for a while now, but Black Mirror 's Emmy award winning Bandersnatch was one of the few survivors. Until now. As spotted by What's on Netflix , the choose-your-own-adventure film set in a fictional game development studio will be leaving the service globally on May 12. At the beginning of December 2024, only four of Netflix's 'Interactive Specials' remained, of which Bandersnatch was one. As of today there are only two left. The other is Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. The Reverend , which first debuted back in 2020 and is also being removed imminently. Netflix's first interactive effort was 2017's Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale , but Bandersnatch , which arrived the following year, was the first to be targeted at an adult audience, and arguably the company's most successful of these experiments. Set in the UK in the mid-80s, it follows a young programmer who sets out to adapt a dark fantasy novel into a story-driven video game, before things inevitably take a dark turn. The film featured multiple endings and branching paths based on the decisions you made, and went on to win two Primetime Emmy Awards. Which probably leaves you wondering why Netflix is getting rid of it. Back in December, company spokesperson Chrissy Kelleher told The Verge that the technology had 'served its purpose, but is now limiting as we focus on technological efforts in other areas.' Actual video games still feature prominently in the overhauled Netflix TV app, which the company has been working on since last year and will roll out over the coming weeks and months. It is also experimenting with a vertical video feature on mobile that will include clips and trailers, presumably to appeal more to the native TikTok audience. Just don't expect to see Bandersnatch in there.
