If you're a Netflix subscriber, chances are you've already delved into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, released just yesterday, features all six episodes, and the reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. While the series itself is captivating, my focus today is on Netflix's latest 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 know how unsettling the game can be. For those who haven't, here's a quick summary: The episode oscillates between 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed brilliantly by Peter Capaldi. Starting with his arrest for shoplifting, the narrative delves into themes of childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the quintessential Black Mirror twist of being trapped inside a simulation.
*Black Mirror: Thronglets* is inspired by the retro pixelated virtual pet simulation game, Plaything, featured in the episode. This game, supposedly developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman—a Tuckersoft developer known from other Black Mirror entries like Bandersnatch and Nosedive—has been brought to mobile platforms by Night School, one of Netflix's game studios. It starts as a quirky Tamagotchi-like experience but evolves into something much more existential.
In *Thronglets*, you begin with a peculiar pixel blob that represents your digital pet—or rather, a digital life form. As you progress, this single entity evolves into a full-blown 'Throng', silently learning from and adapting to your every action.
The Game Is Watching You Too
As you delve deeper into *Thronglets*, the game becomes a mirror of your own behaviors and choices. It gathers data on how you interact with your digital pets and eventually provides a unique personality assessment based on your treatment of your Throng. You can even compare your results with friends for added engagement.
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, making the game a compelling extension of its narrative. If you're a fan of the series or simply looking to try something new, don't miss out on *Thronglets*, available now on the Google Play Store.
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