Why, as a responsible adult, SimCity 2000 hits differently
17 hours ago
- #nostalgia
- #urban-simulation
- #SimCity 2000
- SimCity 2000 was a fun, urban-themed game for the author as a child, allowing creative city-building without real-world consequences.
- As a child, the author used cheats and expansions to bypass economic challenges, focusing on unchecked power and experimentation.
- Adult responsibilities have changed the author's perspective, making it harder to disregard the virtual citizens' well-being in the game.
- The author reflects on how real-life experiences as a homeowner and parent influence their gameplay decisions now.
- Childhood gameplay included reckless actions like raising taxes or legalizing gambling without concern, now viewed with more caution and understanding of real-world implications.