Devotees of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things have united behind a single, fervent demand following the release of a stunning 'immersive' clip created by a UK-based influencer, just hours before the show's grand finale.
The Final Countdown to Hawkins' End
After a monumental run spanning nearly a decade and five seasons, the Stranger Things saga will reach its conclusion when the final episode lands on Netflix. UK viewers can stream it from around 1am on New Year's Day, a timing that has prompted many to reshuffle their holiday plans for an immediate viewing. In the tense build-up, the fandom has been meticulously dissecting trailers and revisiting past episodes for clues to the ending, while Netflix has shared numerous behind-the-scenes moments with the cast and crew.
Brandon B's Viral Immersive Experience
The latest piece of promotional content, however, has stolen the spotlight and sparked a major new conversation. Created by social media personality Brandon B (real name Brandon Baum), a British creator renowned for his special effects-laden short films, the clip was shared by Netflix's own account. The platform captioned it: "Brandon B imagines what would happen if you got dropped into Stranger Things."
The footage offers a first-person perspective, placing the viewer directly in the shoes of a character fleeing a Demogorgon through the streets of Hawkins. It cleverly weaves together iconic elements from the series: starting in a setting reminiscent of the Hawkins National Laboratory where Eleven was held, the protagonist initially sports a dress shirt akin to Henry Creel's, before later appearing in a hospital gown similar to Eleven's. The character uses telekinetic powers to ultimately defeat the monster, mirroring Will Byers' actions in Season 5.
Overwhelming Fan Reaction: 'We Need a Game!'
The clip's immersive, video game-like quality triggered an instant and overwhelming reaction from fans across social media. The predominant response was a loud, clear call for an official Stranger Things video game.
One fan expressed their wish, replying: "I kinda want a VR open world game of Stranger Things now, where you can have powers and stuff like just show whatever the hell you want." Another directly petitioned console manufacturers, stating: "I think we need a PlayStation game!" while a third simply demanded: "Sony. make a game!"
The demand was echoed widely, with comments like "I’m begging for a video game please" flooding the posts. Observant viewers also noted the clip's hybrid character, pointing out it seemed to have "Steve's voice and Will's powers."
While several Stranger Things games already exist—including the pixel-art Stranger Things 3: The Game and the 2024 VR title where players embody Vecna—fans are clearly craving a more expansive, open-world or narrative-driven experience that captures the feel of Brandon B's viral video.
The record-breaking series concludes its run on Netflix from 1am on January 1, but the passionate fan reaction to this final promotional push suggests the world of Hawkins may have a vibrant future in interactive entertainment.
