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

If you're a Netflix subscriber, chances are you've already delved into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, which hit the platform just yesterday, consists of six gripping episodes that have been well-received by critics. While the series itself is captivating, today's focus shifts 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 the game can be. For those who haven't yet tuned in, here's a brief overview: the episode is set in 2034 but flashes back to 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi. Starting with Cameron in custody for shoplifting, the story delves into themes of childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the signature Black Mirror twist of being inside a simulation.

Black Mirror: Thronglets replicates the retro pixelated virtual pet simulation game from the episode, originally developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman, a Tuckersoft developer familiar from other Black Mirror entries like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. For mobile, Night School, one of Netflix’s game studios, has crafted this game. It begins reminiscent of a glitchy Tamagotchi but evolves into something far more existential.

Thronglets are not just digital pets; they are evolving digital life forms with autonomous minds. You start with a single pixelated blob, which eventually multiplies into a full-blown Throng, silently learning from your every action.

The Game Is Watching You Too

As you engage with the game, it closely monitors your choices and behaviors. Over time, it generates a personality assessment based on your interactions with your Throng. You can even share and compare results with friends for added enjoyment.

Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it's based on explore themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode itself is emotionally charged and dark. Whether you're a fan of the series or simply looking to try out a unique game, give Thronglets a go on the Google Play Store.

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