Netflix’s new video game Unhinged is the latest example of what the streaming company calls “interactive storytelling.”But the world of video games is crowded and the industry is experiencing real challenges. So what role can streamers like Netflix play in its future?Consider This host Scott Detrow put that question to Sean Krankel, head of interactive storytelling at Netflix.To unlock this and other bonus content — and listen to every episode sponsor-free — sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven’t changed and remain available every weekday.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
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