Netflix Games has just enriched its gaming library with a thrilling new addition, the highly anticipated platforming brawler, **Steel Paws**. This free-to-play title, available with a Netflix subscription, is now out on iOS and Android devices. Let's delve into what makes **Steel Paws** stand out and whether it lives up to the hype.
In **Steel Paws**, you take on the role of a cybernetic explorer tasked with scaling a mysterious tower. With the assistance of your robotic companions, you can customize and upgrade them, harnessing their unique abilities to combat waves of hostile mechanical enemies that block your path to the summit.
The game is a collaboration with the legendary game designer Yu Suzuki, renowned for his work on the iconic **Shenmue** series. Suzuki's influence is evident in **Steel Paws** through its emphasis on brawling mechanics, special moves, and intricate sub-systems, as showcased in the game's trailer.
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While Yu Suzuki's reputation precedes him, his past projects have had their share of critiques. **Steel Paws** impresses with its gameplay, yet there are moments that give pause, such as the main character's lack of expressiveness and some stiff animations.
Nevertheless, I'm hopeful for **Steel Paws** to succeed. A successful full-fledged 3D brawler on Netflix could elevate the platform beyond being just a host for reality TV show spin-offs and other tie-ins, proving its potential as a serious gaming destination.
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