Two GTA Titles Are Leaving Netflix Games Next Month

Big changes are coming for Netflix Games subscribers who enjoy Grand Theft Auto on Android. Grand Theft Auto III and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City will be removed from the Netflix Games catalog next month.

Why are these GTA games leaving Netflix, and when?

This isn't a surprise decision. Netflix licenses games similarly to movies and TV shows, and the licenses for these two GTA titles are expiring. A "Leaving Soon" notification will appear on the games before their removal.

GTA III and Vice City were added to Netflix Games a year ago, reflecting a 12-month licensing agreement with Rockstar Games. After December 13th, these games will no longer be accessible to Netflix subscribers.

If you're currently playing either game, you'll need to finish your adventures soon. However, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas remains available on the platform.

What happens next?

Players can still purchase GTA III and Vice City individually or as part of a trilogy bundle from the Google Play Store. Each game costs $4.99, or $11.99 for the complete trilogy.

Unlike the abrupt removal of Samurai Shodown V and WrestleQuest last year, Netflix is providing advance notice of the GTA games' departure. This is somewhat ironic, considering the GTA trilogy contributed significantly to Netflix Games' subscriber growth in 2023.

Rumors suggest Rockstar and Netflix are collaborating on potential future projects, possibly including remastered versions of Liberty City Stories, Vice City Stories, and Chinatown Wars. Let's hope these rumors prove true!