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SimCity ignores realistic urban zoning for gameplay

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A sophisticated municipal simulator that ultimately taught players the most effective way to manage a thriving metropolis is to build incredibly dense residential zones immediately next to heavily polluting industrial sectors. Apparently, citizens will happily tolerate toxic smog as long as they have a nice park within walking distance.

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