Find the Viral Kiss-Cam Couple

A Where's Waldo-style game inspired by the infamous Coldplay concert moment

Created by Jonathan Mann of "Song A Day" fame

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About Coldplay Canoodlers

Coldplay Canoodlers is a short, entertaining game inspired by the viral kiss-cam moment from a Coldplay concert. Created by Jonathan Mann, known for his long-running "Song A Day" series, this game turns a viral social media moment into an interactive experience.

Simple Gameplay

Move your mouse around the pixel art crowd to find the hidden couple. Each successful find increases your score!

Viral Moment

Watch the actual footage of the viral kiss-cam moment each time you successfully locate the couple.

Endless Challenge

The game resets after each find, with the couple regenerating somewhere new in the crowd.

"It's like if Where's Waldo? was made by tabloids."

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The Viral Story Behind the Game

The game immortalizes a moment that went viral across social media, involving two people who work at Astronomer, a data orchestration company reportedly valued at over a billion dollars that leverages AI to streamline workflows.

What made this moment go viral? In footage from the Coldplay concert, frontman Chris Martin can be heard wondering if the two people on the kiss cam are having an affair, given how quickly they stopped embracing once the camera focused on them. The incident gained additional attention because:

  • Both individuals were reportedly married to other people
  • They work at a high-profile tech company
  • The company culture has been described by some as "toxic"
  • The CEO had publicly praised one of the employees shortly after hiring them

The backlash unfolded across various social platforms, including LinkedIn, adding another unusual dimension to the viral spectacle. The incident highlights how public moments can quickly become internet sensations, especially when involving high-profile professionals.

"There's an element of schadenfreude in seeing two powerful and apparently disliked people exposed."

Frequently Asked Questions

Who created Coldplay Canoodlers?

The game was created by Jonathan Mann, known for his long-running "Song A Day" series, where he has written and performed a new song every day for many years.

What is the gameplay like?

Players move their mouse around a pixel art crowd, searching for the viral kiss-cam couple. Upon finding them, the actual footage plays and your score increases. The game then resets with the couple in a new location.

Is this game affiliated with Coldplay?

No, Coldplay Canoodlers is an independent fan-made game and is not officially affiliated with Coldplay or the band members.

Who are the people in the viral moment?

The viral moment involves two employees from Astronomer, a data orchestration company. For privacy reasons, we don't specifically name the individuals involved.

Why did this moment go viral?

The moment gained attention due to Chris Martin's live commentary, the public nature of the event, and the professional context of the individuals involved. The social media response amplified its visibility.