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

As a Netflix subscriber, you've likely already binged the latest season of Black Mirror, with Season 7 dropping all six episodes just yesterday. The reviews are in, and they're quite favorable. While the series itself is a captivating watch, my spotlight today shines on Netflix's latest game inspired by the show: Black Mirror: Thronglets.

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

If you've experienced Episode 4, you'll know the unsettling vibe that Black Mirror: Thronglets brings to the table. For those who haven't yet delved into this episode, let me set the scene: it's a time-jumping narrative that starts in 2034 and then rewinds to 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed brilliantly by Peter Capaldi. The story begins with Cameron in custody for shoplifting and evolves into a deep exploration of 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, Plaything, featured in the episode. This game was supposedly created in the '90s by Colin Ritman, the Tuckersoft developer familiar to fans from other Black Mirror entries like Bandersnatch and Nosedive. For the mobile version, Night School, one of Netflix's game studios, has brought this concept to life. Starting as a glitchy Tamagotchi-like experience, the game evolves into something far more existential.

In Thronglets, you're not just raising digital pets; you're nurturing *digital life forms*. These entities are evolving organisms with autonomous behaviors. You begin with a single quirky pixel blob, but soon you'll find yourself managing a full Throng, each learning from your actions and decisions.

The Game Is Watching You Too

As you immerse yourself in 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 these results with friends, adding a social layer to the experience.

Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it's based on delve into themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode itself strikes an emotional and dark chord. If you're a fan of the series or simply looking to explore a new game, consider giving Thronglets a try on the Google Play Store.

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