Netflix Taps Former Epic Games Exec As New President:
Netflix Inc‘s (NASDAQ:NFLX) Netflix Games has announced the appointment of Alain Tascan as its new president.
According to GamesIndustry.biz, Tascan will be succeeding Mike Verdu, who will be taking on a new role within Netflix Games focused on innovation in game creation and development.
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Tascan previously served as executive vice president of game development at Epic Games, overseeing the development of Fortnite, Rocket League, and Fall Guys from November 2018 to July 2024. He also founded the Montreal studios for both Ubisoft Entertainment SA (OTC:UBSFF) and Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ:EA) and was the founder and CEO of Umi Games.
"I am honored and thrilled to build on the remarkable foundation that the talented games team here has laid, and I firmly believe that Netflix is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of gaming," said Tascan.
Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters commented: "Alain brings over 30 years of experience in global video game development, production, licensing, and building studios. He has a passion for making games and a proven track record of taking bold creative bets. We’re thrilled to have him leading Netflix Games."
Netflix Games currently has over 80 titles in development and plans to release a new game for subscribers every month starting in July 2024.
The company has taken a more strategic approach to its games segment since last March, acquiring studios such as Night School and Spry Fox.
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