# Independent Puzzle Mobile Games Storyteller is a Game Launching Online to Netflix Platforms By Amy Duong | Published 2023-07-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyteller References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/storyteller-is-the-latest-hot-indie-game-coming-to-netflix-192701963.html)  Storyteller is a brand new independent game that is officially launching on [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-is-a-true-story) later this year on September 26th. It is playable through the app on both Android and iOS platforms. The game highlights themes of writing, twisted tales, and [word puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puzzlit). It is published by [Annapurna Interactive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kentucky-route-zero-tv-edition) and first launched on Switch and PC platforms back on March 23rd after about a decade of development processes. The announcement of the game was back in 2011 by Solo creator Daniel Benmergui. After this, he stopped working on the game for a coupe of years but then picked it back up with the help of publishing partner Annapurna. Players follow narrative arcs in the comic book-style game, navigating through the soothing and entertaining experience. Image Credit: Daniel Benmergui ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Gaming:** Opportunity for innovative puzzle game experiences on mobile platforms. - **Cross-platform Gaming:** Potential for game developers to create games that can be played across multiple platforms, such as Netflix and mobile devices. - **Narrative-based Games:** Disruptive potential in creating immersive and interactive storytelling experiences through games. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Opportunities for game developers and publishers to tap into the growing market of independent puzzle mobile games. - **Streaming:** Potential for streaming platforms like Netflix to expand their offerings by incorporating interactive games. - **Publishing:** Disruptive potential for publishers to partner with innovative game developers, bringing unique gaming experiences to a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [TV Streamer Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-is-a-true-story.md) - [Streaming Service Brainteaser Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netflix-puzzled.md) - [Streamed Mobile Game Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immortality-game.md) - [Sci-Fi Series-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-puzzle-tales.md) - [Collaborative Daily Word Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblewords.md) - [Streamer-Owned Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucky-luna.md) - [Streamer-Branded Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcanium.md) - [Hybrid Puzzled Tranquil Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unpacking-game.md) - [Twisted Storytelling Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storiado.md)