![]() ![]() All of which raises the question: what kind of player could possibly find this plodding, accurately detailed depiction of real life more entertaining than the incendiary, brightly coloured fantasy offered by most games?Ī survey of forums for the game Farm Simulator reveals reasons for enjoying it range from “I’m a farmer, but it’s fun to play with friends on my days off” to those respondents who, for whatever reasons, can’t farm in real life. Euro Truck Simulator 2, meanwhile, features reasonably lifelike trips between neighbouring European industrial centres, its joy derived from the journey rather than constant gaudy fanfares of achievement. The upcoming European Ship Simulator, for example, places you at the controls of ferries, tugs and fishing boats, as well as vast, ponderous ocean-going behemoths. Yet, despite all the high-octane thrills offered by much of the medium, a growing number of players are opting for a less fanciful form of escapism. ![]() Not only that, most games sex up their subject matter, Michael Bay-style, with relentless, meaningless action and unnecessary explosions. Roman emperor, Renaissance assassin and space marine are all standard-issue jobs for gamers. T he enduring appeal of video games is that they let you pretend to be someone you’re not.
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