Netflix's 'Thronglets' Game Tied to Black Mirror S7

As a Netflix subscriber, you've likely already explored the latest season of Black Mirror. Season 7, released just yesterday, features all six episodes and has been receiving favorable reviews. My focus, however, isn't on the series itself but on Netflix's newest game inspired by it: Black Mirror: Thronglets.

Black Mirror: Thronglets Draws Inspiration from Season 7's Fourth Episode

If you watched that episode, you already have an idea of how this game can create an unsettling experience. For the uninitiated, here's a brief overview. The story is set in 2034 but quickly transitions back to 1994, centered on Cameron Walker, portrayed by Peter Capaldi.

He first appears in custody for shoplifting, and the narrative unfolds from there, delving into childhood trauma, obsession, admiration, and Black Mirror's signature theme of life inside a simulation.

Black Mirror: Thronglets is the retro pixelated virtual pet simulation featured in Plaything. Reportedly developed in the 1990s by Colin Ritman—the Tuckersoft developer known from other Black Mirror episodes like Bandersnatch and Nosedive—the game carries his distinctive touch.

On mobile, the game was developed by Night School, a Netflix game studio. It begins with a glitchy, Tamagotchi-like vibe but soon evolves into something far more profound and existential.

Thronglets are digital pets—or more accurately, digital life forms. They are evolving organisms with minds of their own. You start with a single, pixelated blob, which later multiplies into a full Throng that quietly learns from your every action.

Watch the trailer here!

This Game Is Watching You, Too

The longer you play, the more the game observes your choices and behavior. It eventually delivers a personalized personality assessment based on how you interacted with your Throng. You can also compare results with friends for an even more engaging experience.

Both Black Mirror: Thronglets and Plaything tackle themes of memory, digital legacy, and isolation. The episode itself is emotionally charged and intense. If you're a fan of the series or simply looking for something new to play, you can find Thronglets on the Google Play Store.

Additionally, check out our news on Chasing Kaleidorider, a game that blends romance with high-speed action—pre-registration is now available.