Sheltering in place boosts popularity of simulation games

As the world adjusts to life under lockdown, simulation games have soared in popularity, offering players a welcome distraction from the coronavirus pandemic and a way to stay connected with friends.“A simulation game is any game where the primary goal is sort of replicating everyday life,” said Adrienne Shaw, an associate professor in the Department of Media Studies and Production in the Klein College of Media and Communication.

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