If you're a Netflix subscriber, you've likely already tuned into the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, which dropped yesterday, features six new episodes that have garnered positive reviews. While the series itself is captivating, today's spotlight 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're already familiar with how unnerving Black Mirror: Thronglets can be. For those who haven't watched yet, let me give you a brief overview. The episode toggles between 2034 and 1994, focusing on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi.
Cameron's story begins with him in custody for shoplifting, but it evolves into a deeper narrative touching on themes like childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and the signature Black Mirror experience of being trapped in a simulation.
Black Mirror: Thronglets is the retro pixelated virtual pet simulation game featured in the episode, originally developed in the 90s by Colin Ritman, a familiar name from other Black Mirror entries such as Bandersnatch and Nosedive.
For mobile, the game has been brought to life by Night School, one of Netflix's game studios. It starts off reminiscent of a glitchy Tamagotchi but soon delves into more existential territory.
In Black Mirror: Thronglets, you're tasked with nurturing digital pets, or rather, digital life forms. These Thronglets are evolving organisms with their own consciousness. You begin with a simple pixel blob, which eventually multiplies into a full Throng, subtly learning from your every action.
The Game Is Watching You Too
As you immerse yourself in the game, it meticulously observes your choices and behavior. Over time, it generates a personality assessment based on how you've interacted with your Throng. You can even compare your results with friends for added entertainment.
Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and the episode it's based on explore themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode itself is profoundly emotional and dark. Whether you're a fan of the series or just looking to dive into a new gaming experience, be sure to check out Thronglets on the Google Play Store.
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