Simulation games have been a staple of the video game industry for over four decades, giving the player the power to make important decisions on how to manage a given scenario. Utopia, released on the Intellivision in 1981, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the game that defined the genre. In the game, two…
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If you spend time playing modern games — whether on consoles, phones, or websites — you’ve probably noticed something familiar. Beyond cutting-edge graphics and sprawling open worlds, many new titles rely on simple, time-tested game mechanics from decades ago. These include elements like high scores, risk-versus-reward structures, and pick-up-and-play controls. Why are these classic mechanics…
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In 1989, SimCity was released for DOS-compatible computers and Macintosh. With this release, millions of people got their first taste of the city-building genre, and one of the most legendary game development careers began. Simple at first glance, SimCity is a game that someone could reasonably play forever, trying new combinations of buildings and policies…
Ask someone to recommend a management simulation video game and there is a fairly good chance that they would recommend Chris Sawyer’s Transport Tycoon and RollerCoaster Tycoon games. Considered among the most influential management simulation video games, the genre would not be what it is today without these two titles. Called “the best economic sim…
