Netflix is pushing its gaming effort further, and now a lot of those titles can be played directly on your TV without any console or controller. If you’ve got a Netflix account, a smart TV, and your phone nearby, you already have everything you need.
If you’re wondering how to find these games, pair your phone or start playing without messing anything up. Here’s a simple guide to get your game night rolling with Netflix Games.
How to play your favorite Netflix Games on your TV
Finding and starting a game on your TV is simple. Open Netflix on your smart TV and scroll until you spot the Games row. Pick any title you want and select Play Game. Your TV will display a QR code as soon as the game loads.
That QR code is your gateway to controlling the game. Scan it with your phone or tablet, follow the short instructions, and the game will launch on the big screen. Well, that’s all the setup required.
Note that some games are TV-compatible, while others are designed only for mobile. Everything available is included in your subscription with no ads or in-app purchases. Now, moving to the next step, using your phone as the controller.
How to connect and use your Phone as a controller
Your phone becomes the controller for every TV game, and Netflix keeps the pairing process very easy, although different for Android and iOS devices.
On Android
- Pick a game on your TV and select Play Game.
- Open your phone’s camera and scan the QR code shown on the TV.
- Tap the link that appears and install Netflix if needed.
- Scan the QR code again once the app opens.
- Your phone will connect to the TV, and you can start playing.
On iPhone or iPad
- Select a game and press Play Game.
- Scan the QR code using your device’s camera.
- A Netflix controller pop-up will appear, so tap it.
- Your phone will pair instantly, and the game will start.
In both cases, once connected, your phone works just like a regular controller, doing things like tapping, swiping, or tilting depending on the game.
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