The influx of popularity was facilitated by YouTube channel users, Twitch streamers, and, strangely enough, the COVID-19 pandemic.Īfter that came the positive reviews from critics, who praised Among Us for its setting and gameplay. Immediately after its launch in 2018, the game didn’t get enough attention. Parts were added gradually, with The Skeld being the first and The Airship being the last.
The classic Mafia and the science fiction movie The Thing served as inspiration for the video game.
