Joseph Staten, Former Halo Infinite Creative Lead, Joins Netflix to Spearhead New Multiplatform Game

Joseph Staten, the seasoned writer and former creative lead for Halo Infinite, has announced his new role as Creative Director at Netflix Games. In this capacity, Staten will lead the development of a brand-new AAA multiplatform game and original IP, further expanding Netflix's presence in the gaming industry.

With a rich history in the gaming world, Joseph Staten has made significant contributions to the Halo series, from voice work in Halo 2 to being the writing director on Halo: Reach. His experiences also include story direction for the original Destiny and creative direction for an array of Microsoft games such as Sunset Overdrive, Quantum Break, Crackdown 3, and Microsoft Flight Simulator.

Netflix's move into game development began in 2021, primarily focusing on mobile game development. However, in November 2022, Netflix expressed its desire to create a "triple-A PC game," which appeared to be a live-service shooter. Given Staten's extensive expertise in leading similar projects, his appointment marks a significant step in fulfilling that ambition.

Overall, although Netflix has not divulged further details regarding the upcoming project or Staten's specific duties, his credentials and vast experience in the industry hold promising potential for the new multiplatform game. As Netflix continues to expand its gaming endeavors, fans, and gaming enthusiasts eagerly await further announcements on this exciting development in the gaming world.