Overview

• Cristin Milioti reprised her role as Nanette Cole, preparing by researching coding to deepen her portrayal of dual roles.
• Jesse Plemons returned as Robert Daly, with the sequel adding depth and ambiguity to his character's backstory and actions.
• The episode shifts from a Star Trek homage to a sharp critique of open-world gaming culture, addressing microtransactions, glitches, and player dynamics.
• Initially planned as a spin-off series, the sequel was delayed by the 2023 industry strikes and reimagined as part of Season 7.
• Written by Charlie Brooker and collaborators, 'Into Infinity' marks a departure from Black Mirror's anthology format, opening a new chapter for the series.