Netflix is adding Video Games on its platform

Netflix, one of the most popular videos streaming platforms has announced that it is expanding into the video game market. The video streaming giant stated that it has already hired Mike Verdu, the former executive at Facebook and senior vice president of mobile at EA sports to lead its expansion into video games. Verdu has joined Netflix as the Vice President of Gaming. He will lead the company’s efforts to build the world’s best gaming experience on TV, across all major gaming consoles, mobile devices, and TV platforms.

Why is Netflix stepping into Video Games?