Screen Rant

Virtual reality technology connects the Black Mirror episodes “Striking Vipers” and “Playtest.” 1 / 7

In "Playtest," Cooper is a test subject for new SaitoGemu technology. 2 / 7

Karl and Danny's video game in "Striking Vipers" was developed by SaitoGemu. The logo is on the game cover. 3 / 7

In "Playtest," Cooper learns that a small "mushroom" object will be placed in his neck. 4 / 7

In "Striking Vipers," the mushroom technology is part of a VR add-on developed by TCKR, the company behind "San Junipero." 5 / 7

Cooper dies in "Playtest" when an incoming phone signal disrupts the VR upload sequence. 6 / 7

Thanks to Cooper's failed experiment in "Playtest," Danny and Karl are able to work out their feelings through VR technology in "Striking Vipers." 7 / 7