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

If you're a Netflix subscriber, you've likely already dived into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, released just yesterday, includes all six episodes and has garnered positive reviews across the board. While the series itself is captivating, my focus 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 watched Episode 4, you'll understand just how unsettling Thronglets can become. For those who haven't seen it, let me break it down for you. The episode toggles between the years 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi. Starting with Cameron's arrest for shoplifting, the narrative unfolds to explore themes of childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the quintessential Black Mirror motif of living within a simulation.

Black Mirror: Thronglets mirrors the retro pixelated virtual pet game, Plaything, which appears in the episode. This game was supposedly created in the 90s by Colin Ritman, a familiar name from other Black Mirror episodes like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. Developed for mobile by Night School, one of Netflix's game studios, Thronglets begins as a glitchy Tamagotchi but evolves into a much deeper, existential experience.

In Thronglets, you start with a single pixel blob, but soon, you're managing a full 'Throng' of these digital life forms. These aren't just pets; they're evolving organisms that learn and grow based on your interactions.

The Game Is Watching You Too

As you delve deeper into the game, Thronglets begins to analyze your choices and behaviors. Over time, it presents a personality assessment based on how you've interacted with your Throng. You can even compare your results with friends for added fun.

Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it's based on, Plaything, delve into themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode itself is deeply emotional and dark. Whether you're a fan of the series or simply looking for a new gaming experience, consider checking out Thronglets on the Google Play Store.

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