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

If you’re a Netflix subscriber, you might have already dived into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, released just yesterday, has received glowing reviews for its six gripping episodes. While the series itself is a thrilling watch, my spotlight today is on Netflix’s newest game inspired by it: Black Mirror: Thronglets.

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

If you've seen Episode 4, you know how chilling the game can be. For those who haven't, here's a brief overview: the episode jumps between 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi. Initially detained for shoplifting, Cameron's story unfolds, delving into themes of childhood trauma, obsession, and the eerie feeling of being trapped in a simulation—hallmarks of the Black Mirror experience.

Black Mirror: Thronglets is the same retro pixelated virtual pet game seen in the episode, originally developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman, a Tuckersoft developer featured in other Black Mirror episodes like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. For mobile platforms, Night School, one of Netflix’s gaming studios, has brought this game to life. It starts as a glitchy Tamagotchi-like experience but evolves into something far more profound and existential.

In Thronglets, you're not just raising digital pets; you're nurturing digital life forms that evolve and learn from your actions. You begin with a single pixel blob, which eventually grows into a full 'Throng,' silently observing and adapting to your every move.

The Game Is Watching You Too

As you delve deeper into the game, Thronglets begins to analyze your decisions and behavior. It ultimately provides a personality assessment based on how you interact with your Throng. You can even compare your results with friends, adding a social element to the experience.

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 a unique gaming experience, Thronglets is definitely worth checking out on the Google Play Store.

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