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Xbox wanted $800 million from Netflix for 7 years of its biggest characters, it’s claimed
Video Games Chronicle • • technology
Key Points:
- Microsoft sought $800 million from Netflix for exclusive rights to Xbox-related shows and films over seven years, but Netflix offered $500 million, leading to a failed deal.
- Xbox confirmed strong interest in its intellectual property and highlighted ongoing collaborations with Netflix, including upcoming Minecraft and Diablo animated series.
- Netflix declined to comment on the negotiations, while Xbox is now exploring smaller deals with multiple partners instead of a single exclusivity agreement.
- Microsoft previously partnered with Paramount for the live-action Halo series, which premiered in 2022, had a second season in February 2024, but was cancelled in July 2024.
