Are we living in a simulated universe?

[Darren Dirt]

A few sci-fi stories have this as the 'reveal'.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulated_reality_in_fiction


Can we ever really prove it? One way or the other?


Here is a website that has collected a large selection of arguments, both for and against. Give your brain a workout, if you wish.

http://www.simulation-argument.com/

[Thorin]

Virtual Reality: The Matrix as described in the Shadowrun game
Simulated Reality: The Matrix as portrayed in the movies

Simulated reality is considered impossible to distinguish from observed reality.

[Mr. Analog]

We're actually just Tamagotchis

[Thorin]

push button to clean up my poo!

[Lazybones]

push button to clean up my poo!

They sell a toilet seat at Costco for that . wish life where that simple when it comes to kids.

[Mr. Analog]

Giant hamster cage?