As a Netflix subscriber, you might have already delved into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, which was released just yesterday, comprises six gripping episodes that have garnered positive reviews. While the series is compelling, my attention is drawn to 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 understand just how unsettling Black Mirror: Thronglets can be. For those yet to see it, here’s a brief overview: the episode oscillates between 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi. Starting with his arrest for shoplifting, the narrative delves into childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the quintessential Black Mirror theme of being trapped in a simulation.
Black Mirror: Thronglets mirrors the retro pixelated virtual pet simulation game from the episode, originally developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman, the Tuckersoft developer featured in other Black Mirror episodes like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. For mobile, Night School, one of Netflix’s game studios, has brought this game to life. It begins similarly to a glitchy Tamagotchi but evolves into a deeply existential experience.
In Thronglets, you start with a single pixelated blob that evolves into a 'Throng' of digital life forms. These aren’t just pets; they’re evolving organisms with their own consciousness, learning from your every move.
The Game Is Watching You Too
As you engage with Black Mirror: Thronglets, the game meticulously tracks your decisions 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 an added layer of fun.
Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it’s based on explore themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation, delivering an emotionally charged and dark narrative. Whether you're a fan of the series or simply looking for a new gaming experience, give Thronglets a try on the Google Play Store.
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