During The Game Awards, amidst a flurry of major AAA game reveals, a captivating animated trailer caught the attention of many: Yu Suzuki's latest venture, Steel Paws. This upcoming title from the mastermind behind Shenmue and Virtua Fighter is now open for pre-registration and is set to be a Netflix Games exclusive!
In Steel Paws, players will embark on an exhilarating journey up a mysterious tower that emerges once every century. This third-person beat 'em up lets you tackle enemy robots alongside your mecha-animal Buddies, unraveling the tower's hidden secrets along the way. As you ascend, you'll navigate through varied environments, each offering unique challenges and opportunities to upgrade your gear and enhance your mechanical companions.
With each level featuring minor randomization, Steel Paws promises a fresh experience every time you play, keeping you on your toes as you battle to reach the summit. The game not only showcases Yu Suzuki's renowned design prowess but also aims to elevate the Netflix Games catalogue with its sophisticated 3D graphics and expansive world to explore and fight within.
Despite recent challenges faced by Netflix Games, Steel Paws stands out as a promising exclusive that could draw more players to the platform. While Yu Suzuki's past projects, like Shenmue II, have received mixed reviews, his extensive experience and creative vision continue to inspire confidence in his ability to deliver a compelling gaming experience.
I'm eager to see how Steel Paws shapes up upon release. With its big-name backing and engaging gameplay, it has the potential to make a significant impact on the mobile gaming scene. If you're curious about what else Netflix Games has to offer, check out our definitive ranking of the top 10 games on the service, or explore our latest feature highlighting the top five new mobile games to try this week.
