Netflix's 'Among Us Show' Dropping Today Could Cost Parents a Fortune in Microtransactions
The long-awaited animated series based on the hit game 'Among Us' has finally hit Netflix this morning, and consumer watchdogs are already sounding the alarm. While the show itself is included in your standard subscription, industry insiders warn that the show's interactive elements and tie-in merchandise are designed to push kids toward in-app purchases, similar to the original game's addictive pet and hat skins. With back-to-school budgets already squeezed, parents should brace for the inevitable "I want the crewmate plushie" or the premium chat emote packs. Word to the wise: log into your account and disable in-app purchase permissions before your child hits play, or that "free" episode could end up costing you $50 in virtual space suits.