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Games that try to simulate real-world activities (like driving vehicles or living the life of someone else) with as much realism as possible. Simulators generally require more study and orientation than arcade games, and the best simulators are also educational.

In the style of games made the 8-bit generation of game consoles & computers, or sometimes authentically created to run on original hardware. Common 8-Bit consoles include the Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Master System, and the Commodore 64

Drawing inspiration from the iconic 8-bit home computer of the 1980s, often characterized by pixelated graphics, chiptune soundtracks, and unique gameplay mechanics. Including projects that may either run directly on C64 hardware, or attempt replicate or reimagine the retro aesthetic.