Stranger Things: 1984 is a nostalgia-fueled masterpiece that perfectly captures the spirit of both the show and the 80s era of gaming. Unlike many licensed tie-ins, this feels like a labor of love, designed as a 2D action-adventure that could have come straight out of a 1980s arcade. The pixel art is beautiful, and the chiptune-inspired soundtrack is the perfect accompaniment to exploring Hawkins.
The gameplay is surprisingly deep, utilizing a character-swapping mechanic where each member of the party has a unique ability necessary for solving puzzles. Whether it's Lucas using his Wrist Rocket or Nancy swinging her bat, the puzzles are well-designed and rewarding. Exploring iconic locations like Mirkwood Forest and the Hawkins Lab is a joy, and the inclusion of collectibles like Eggos and gnomes adds plenty of replay value. It’s a must-play for fans of the series and classic Zelda-style adventures.
Available on: iPhone, iPad
Version 1.0.605Tue Jan 20 2026
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Join Hopper and the kids for bruising missions around Hawkins — and the Upside Down — in this stylized retro adventure filled with collectibles.
• It's 1984 all over again. Experience an action adventure game just like the ones our heroes would have played back in the day.
• Explore Hawkins and its surroundings. See your favorite locations like Mirkwood Forest and Hawkins Lab. Uncover exciting areas you've never seen before!
• Solve puzzles with the unique abilities of each character. Lucas can nail anything with his Wrist Rocket. Nancy has an entire collection of bats to swing this time.
• Collect all the Eggos and gnomes you can lay your hands on. You never know what they might unlock.
Requires iOS 17.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Join Hopper and the kids for bruising missions around Hawkins — and the Upside Down — in this stylized retro adventure filled with collectibles.
• It's 1984 all over again. Experience an action adventure game just like the ones our heroes would have played back in the day.
• Explore Hawkins and its surroundings. See your favorite locations like Mirkwood Forest and Hawkins Lab. Uncover exciting areas you've never seen before!
• Solve puzzles with the unique abilities of each character. Lucas can nail anything with his Wrist Rocket. Nancy has an entire collection of bats to swing this time.
• Collect all the Eggos and gnomes you can lay your hands on. You never know what they might unlock.














Stranger Things: 1984 is a stylized retro adventure that brings the hit Netflix series to life in the style of a classic 80s game. Explore Hawkins and its surroundings, from Mirkwood Forest to the Hawkins Lab. Solve environmental puzzles using the unique abilities of characters like Lucas and Nancy. Collect all the Eggos and gnomes to unlock hidden secrets in this pixel-perfect adventure.
Authentic 80s-style 2D pixel art
Character-swapping puzzle mechanics
Iconic locations from the Netflix series
Hidden collectibles and secret unlocks
Simple, intuitive controls for mobile
Switch between characters frequently! Use Nancy's bat to break obstacles and Lucas's Wrist Rocket for long-range switches. Each character is essential for bypassing specific environmental blocks in the Hawkins Lab.
Downloads for Netflix games have been growing as the company is betting on gaming related to its reality TV shows.
Fast Company - Sat Mar 29 2025
Stranger Things 1984 picks up approximately 2 million installs as Netflix's most downloaded mobile title to date, Sensor Tower data shows.
Sensor Tower - Thu Dec 29 2022
The company behind Stranger Things: 1984 and Stranger Things 3: The Game is shuttering after 11 years.
PocketGamer.biz - Fri Dec 29 2023
Netflix's first test of mobile games features two "Stranger Things" titles for Android, available -- for now -- only in Poland.
Variety - Tue Mar 29 2022
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The Washington Post - Tue Nov 29 2022
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Fast Company - Sat Mar 01 2025
Netflix's mobile gaming push has begun in Poland with two Stranger Things–themed games on Android called Stranger Things: 1984 and Stranger...
The Hollywood Reporter - Tue Mar 29 2022
Netflix now has five mobile games available for Android users: Stranger Things: 1984, Stranger Things 3: The Game, Shooting Hoops, Card Blast, and Teeter Up.
USA Today - Sun May 29 2022
Netflix's two Stranger Things games to date are both retro-inspired mobile games, and it's clear the company is aiming for something bigger in scale.
GamesRadar+ - Fri Dec 29 2023
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The map is full of secrets. Revisit old areas once you unlock new characters to find hidden gnomes and Eggos that were previously unreachable, as these unlock bonus content.
Yes, you need an active Netflix subscription to play Stranger Things: 1984 on mobile.