Video Game Simulators

Video Game Simulators have become an increasingly popular genre for a lot of players in our decade. They are primary utilized to give the player a realistic perspective of how something works. There are many examples of how simulators are used to benefit people in real life scenarios.

Some simulator examples vary from games such as:

. Flight simulator - Controlling an aircraft from all parts of a flight, from taking off, mid flight and landing

. Crane simulator - Learning how to man a crane using realistically complex control and implementing those skills to build certain types of structures, such as bridges or houses.

. Farm simulator - Learning how to realistically run a farm taking into account animal welfare, weather conditions and crop management. 

. Racing simulators - Learning how to drive a racing car. Player is even more physically involved with the inclusion of steering wheel, vibrating chair with seat belt, gear boxes and pedals. These assets help bring the gaming experience to life, making the situation feel more realistic.

There are hundreds of different simulators available to play, which all replicate the ways in which the real thing would function. This attracts a lot of attention as it is the closest thing representation of the real thing. Being able to transfer skills from game to reality.

As previously mentioned, this can be implemented within warfare tactics, such as marksman training with fake weapons and interactive computer technology.

These simulators are often used to train many types of people when facing real life challenges. One of the most popular is that of Hazard perception and virtual driving exams. People can interact with a video game like scenario that mimics a real life situation. Training with the game helps perfect and enhance skills that can effectively be used to solve real problems. This shows just how affective interactive games can be.

Here are some video examples showing realistic simulators that are used to hone skills in reality:

Flight simulator for training pilots.

F1 Simulator training

Farming Simulator

Although a lot of simulators are used to improve skills in reality. They are also used as a normal piece of gaming entertainment. A lot of players like to be in control of a universe that takes more complex skill without getting their hands dirty. A game that represents that sort of game play style is 'The Sims' where players can control the lives of virtual characters, act as god controlling everything in their lives, from relationships to jobs and household chores, fulfilling their needs and building their lives for them. This sort of game can be highly addictive as it is consistently changing, gradually increasing in difficulty and rewarding generously. The more you play, the better your Sim's life can be, making them wealthier and more qualified for a better future. It's very ironic and amusing how gamers who play The Sims often neglect their own life for the sake of their virtual people. A similar game known as 'Animal Crossing' also uses a similar method of interactivity, encouraging the player to continue by offering endless possibilities and rewards.