Netflix’s Horror Game ‘Unhinged’ Is Funny, Scary and Points to a Future Without Second Screens

Netflix just released 'Unhinged,' an interactive horror game that plays like a choose-your-own-adventure story. According to Variety, the game blends comedy with genuine scares while letting players shape the narrative through their choices. Reviewer William Earl highlights how immersive the experience is—so engaging that players don't need a second screen to stay entertained. It's a sign that streaming platforms are pushing beyond passive viewing into participatory storytelling, at least when the story is designed to genuinely terrify you.

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