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Introduction
A good simulation game lets players dig into real-life situations that they would never otherwise get to explore. A great simulation gives players complete control over every little detail. If you love being the person in charge, these are the games for you.
Here are our Top 5 simulation games. Read the list then tell us which ones you like the best.
Tell us: What are your Top 5 favorite simulation games?
-- Ken Smith";
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'The Sims'
EA’s “The Sims” lets you play God with a houseful of virtual people. Want them to live well? Then give them a nice home with all the luxuries. Want them to suffer? Then light their dwelling on fire. Hey, no one said you couldn’t be an angry God.";
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'Flight Simulator 2002'
Microsoft’s “Flight Simulator 2002” will have you soaring through the clouds while never leaving your desk. This super-realistic looking game is a must have for any armchair pilot, and is about as close as most of us will ever get to flying a Boeing 747.";
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'RollerCoaster Tycoon'
Find out if you have what it takes to run an amusement park with Hasbro Interactive’s “RollerCoaster Tycoon.” You’ll choose which rides the park has and how much it costs to ride them. You’ll also have to figure out how many employees are needed to maintain the place, because you won’t be running an amusement park for long if the roller coasters keep flying off the tracks.";
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'Nintendogs'
“Nintendogs” is a great pet simulator. You get all the fun of having a puppy (like rubbing its belly and teaching it tricks) without any of the mess (like it chewing your furniture or piddling on the floor). Now, that’s our kind of mutt.";
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'Second Life'
Linden Lab’s “Second Life” couldn’t have had a more accurate moniker, because all you do in it is create an alter ego for yourself and live out a virtual life. While it’s more of a social network than a traditional game, it does allow gamers to simulate being the person they’ve always wanted to be.
Tell us: What are your Top 5 favorite simulation games?
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