"Netflix Launches 'Thronglets' Game Inspired by Black Mirror Season 7"

If you're a Netflix subscriber, chances are you've already dived into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, which dropped all six episodes just yesterday, has been receiving positive reviews across the board. While the series itself is captivating, my attention today is drawn to Netflix's newest game inspired by it: Black Mirror: Thronglets.

Black Mirror: Thronglets Is Based on Season 7’s Episode 4

If you've watched Episode 4, you'll understand just how unsettling Black Mirror: Thronglets can be. For those who haven't, here's a quick summary: The episode transports us between the years 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi. Initially arrested for shoplifting, Cameron's story delves into themes of childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the signature Black Mirror exploration of simulated realities.

Black Mirror: Thronglets mirrors the retro pixelated virtual pet game from the episode, named Plaything, developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman, a familiar character from other Black Mirror stories like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. For the mobile version, Night School, one of Netflix's game studios, has brought this concept to life. Starting off similar to a glitchy Tamagotchi, the game quickly evolves into something far more existential.

In Black Mirror: Thronglets, you begin with a single peculiar pixel blob, but as you progress, you'll find yourself managing a full 'Throng' of these digital life forms. These aren't just ordinary pets; they're evolving organisms with their own intelligence, learning and adapting based on your interactions.

The Game Is Watching You Too

As you continue to engage with Black Mirror: Thronglets, the game closely monitors your choices and behavior. Over time, it constructs a personality profile based on your interactions with your Throng, which you can compare with your friends for added fun.

Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it's based on, Plaything, explore themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode is emotionally charged and dark, making the game an intriguing extension of the narrative. If you're a fan of the Black Mirror series or looking to try something new, you can find Black Mirror: Thronglets on the Google Play Store.

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