Netflix Is Launching Its First MMO Spirit Crossing Later This Year

Netflix is venturing into the world of MMOs with the announcement of *Spirit Crossing*, a cozy life-simulation game developed by Spry Fox, revealed at GDC 2025. If you've played Spry Fox's previous titles like *Cozy Grove* and *Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit*, you'll recognize the signature warm pastel visuals, soothing music, and a gameplay focus on fostering connections rather than competition.

Here’s What We Know About Netflix Spirit Crossing

In *Spirit Crossing*, you’ll immerse yourself in a vast world where you can build and decorate homes, cultivate a thriving village with other players, gather resources, ride fluffy creatures, join dance parties, and simply enjoy the company of friends. The game draws visual inspiration from Studio Ghibli, French comics, and even modern art styles like Corporate Memphis, aiming to create a timeless and inviting atmosphere where players might choose to spend years.

A unique feature of *Spirit Crossing* is its in-game calendar system that impacts progression. For example, trees you plant will take three to six real-world months to grow into a harvestable orchard, reflecting Spry Fox's commitment to slow-paced, long-term gameplay similar to what was seen in *Cozy Grove*.

The core of Spry Fox's design philosophy revolves around making meaningful connections, a goal that studio co-founder David Edery emphasized, expressing his desire for *Spirit Crossing* to transform strangers into friends.

Netflix has released a trailer for *Spirit Crossing* that captures its charm and allure. Take a moment to watch it and see the magic for yourself:

Sign Up for the Closed Alpha

Currently, Netflix and Spry Fox are inviting players to participate in a closed alpha test for *Spirit Crossing*. If you're eager to experience the game early, you can sign up on the official closed alpha test page.

*Spirit Crossing* is slated to launch later this year. In the meantime, don't miss our next article on *The Great Sneeze*, which transforms classic art into a playful puzzle adventure, available now.