One of the best modern platformers is back from the dead after being delisted on its only platform, escaping Netflix Games jail for good
Poinpy, a critically praised platformer featuring a bouncy green protagonist, originally launched in 2022 as an exclusive title within Netflix's gaming service. The game gained a devoted following but vanished over a year ago when the licensing agreement ended, leaving players with no legitimate way to play it.
The title has now been revived by publisher Devolver Digital and developer Moppin, who released it free across mobile storefronts. The iOS App Store and Google Play versions require no subscription, contain no advertisements, and include entirely optional tips for players wishing to support the creators.
In short
- Acclaimed platformer Poinpy returns free-to-play on mobile platforms after year-long absence
- Game was delisted from Netflix Games when a licensing deal expired, making it inaccessible
- Publisher Devolver Digital and developer Moppin now offer it at no cost via iOS and Android
Explained simply
Poinpy is a platformer video game featuring a bouncy green character, released in 2022. The game received critical praise and developed a devoted following.
The game was released exclusively through Netflix's gaming subscription service, with availability limited to active Netflix subscribers. The licensing agreement between Netflix and the game's publisher allowed this exclusivity temporarily; when the agreement ended, Netflix removed the game from its platform over a year ago.
After delisting from Netflix Games, Poinpy became unavailable through any official storefront or distribution channel, leaving no legitimate way for players to obtain or play it. The game's absence meant that admirers could not replay it, and new players could not discover what had been a well-received title.