Reality can be a drag, but luckily engineers and developers all over the world have been working tirelessly to produce reality-escaping tools for die-hard gamers everywhere.
These simulators can do everything from completing everyday tasks to fulfilling your wildest dreams. Through wacky little cartoon characters, the ‘Anime Fishing Simulators’ can teach you how to reel in a big one, while the ‘Super Race Simulators’ will put you in the driver’s seat—an F1 racecar driver, that is.
This wide array of simulators can also expose you to some freaky experiences. The ‘Womb Simulation Seating,' for example, will make you feel as if you’re back in your mom’s womb. ‘Stylish Coffin Simulators’ do pretty much the opposite: they let you experience what it’s like to be deceased.
With these simulators, it’s clear that technology is advancing at a startlingly fast rate. Soon most job training will be done with virtual reality devices as well as phobia treatment and disaster preparedness. Is virtual reality becoming the only reality?
36 Shocking Reality Simulators
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Urban Forest Simulators
Unlimited Urban Woods Brings the Wilderness Back to the Concrete Jungle
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Mini Headset Cinemas
The iPhone Theater by Mike Enayah Scales the Smartphone Screen to Movie Size
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Luxury Virtual Vehicles
The Formula 1 High End Racing Car Simulator Costs More Than the Real Thing
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Electronic Punching Bags
The Interactiv' Boxing Simulator Will Have You Stinging Like a Bee
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Energy Drink Simulators
The Playseat F1 Red Bull Seat Puts you Behind the Wheel of a Racecar
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Interactive Virtual World Simulators
The Canon Mixed Reality System is Amazingly Realistic
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Virtual Street Art Simulators
The YrWall Digital Graffiti Wall is for Amateur Street Artists
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Virtual Reality-Inspired Gardening
Karen Stoyanov Tomato Products Explore Digital Farming
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Strategic Space Games
'Fleet Commander' by Arthur Nishimoto is a Star Wars Combat Simulator
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Realistic Auto Simulators
The Next Level GTxtreme Racing Simulator Takes Speed to the Next Level
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Uber-Realistic Racecar Games
The Pacesetter Racing Simulator, for When the F1 is in the Shop
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Portable Flight Simulators
The Portable Gliding Simulator Reaps the Rewards Without the Risk
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Internet Hugging Simulators
The Haptihug Telecuddle Interface Eliminates the Need for Actual Hugs
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Chic Racing Simulators
The VRS-P1 Prosumer Racing Simulator is a Stylish Wooden Game Piece
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Dawn Simulator Lighting
The Pure Twilight Lamp Fights Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Childhood Autism Simulators
'Auti-Sim' Shows Users the World Through the Eyes of Hypersensitivity
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Supercar Simulators
The CyberMotion Simulator Replicates a Ferrari Test Drive
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Realistic Racing Simulators
The SimRoom SimPod 1 Provides an Immersive Gaming Experience
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Stylish Coffin Simulators
The VRS-P1 by V-Racing Offers a Refined Racing Experience
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Zombified Travel Simulators
'The Organ Trail' is a Mobile Game Homage to the Classic Oregon Trail
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Simulated Stove Tops
This 3D Cooking Simulator Tests Your Virtual Culinary Skills
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Virtual Reality Sight-Improving Glasses
Intelligent Goggles Help the Visually Impaired Navigate
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In-Depth Driving Simulators
The Lexus LS 460 Simulator Ensures Driver Safety
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Full-Scale Simulators
The BRD 06 Car Simulator Replicates the F1 Experience
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Powerful Weather Simulators
The FIU Wall of Wind Prevents Hurricane Destruction and Damage
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Intense Flight Simulators
The Saitek Pro Flight is the Closest You'll Get to the Sky
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Clever Cycling Simulators
The Praxtour Indoor Racing Bike is an Epic Alpine Workout
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F1-Inspired Driving Simulators
The Revozport GT5 Carbon Driving Console is as Real as It Gets
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Omni-Directional Gaming Treadmills
The Virtuix Omni Works Gives Gamers a More Immersive Experience
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Body Inhabiting Technology
This Virtual Technology Engages All Five Senses
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Subterranean Exploration Simulators
CaveSim Virtual Tunneling Teaches Safe Cavern Navigation
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Aircraft Simulations
Head Into the Danger Zone With the Cockpit Flight Simulator
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International Security Simulators
Military Contractor Blackwater Launches a Face-Saving Game
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Paperboy Simulators
Honda Stationary Bike Promotes Safety and Education in Japan
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Super Race Simulators
Race to the Finish Line with the Ferrari Virtual Race
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Space Flight Simulators
Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation System Gives Astronauts a Taste of Space
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Rustic Cavemen Hotels
The Caves of Civita Hotel in Sextantio Italy Offers Primitive Luxury
Steampunk-Inspired Computers
CodyOdi's Computer Case Mod References the Video Game BioShock
Star Wars Storyboards
Ralph McQuarrie Releases Illustrations from the Original Star Wars Film
Tropical Cuban Hipster Eyewear
SUPER Flat Top Havana Sunglasses Brings the Vacation Home
Red-Rimmed Racers
The BMW Nazca C2 Concept Celebrates the Original's 20th Anniversary
Real 16-Bit Photography
These Images Melding 16-Bit Sprites Over Real Backgrounds are Amazing
Internet-Inspired Agriculture
FarmvilleNYC Cultivates Urban Farming from Virtual to Reality
Graphic Headphone Decals
The Beats by Dr. Dre Gelaskins Add Personality to Your Gear
Candy-Coated Cameras
The Sprinkles 7D by PJ Linden Looks as Good as the Photos it Takes
Revamped Old School Consoles
The NES Console Gets Redesigned with a Built-in Screen
Cavernous Luxury Resorts
The Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel is Built into 5th Century Grottos
Practically Professional Cameras
The New Canon Powershot G1 X Has Arrived at CES 2012
Super Thrifty Sunnies
The Madewell Sunglasses Line Features Affordably Stylish Shades
Super Speed Hybrid Racers
Porsche 918 RSR is a Mean Green Machine
Clone Wars Cake Pops
'Clone Trooper Candy Pops' are Star Wars Inspired Confections
Womb Simulation Seating
The Nelson Ayala 'NatoStation' Simulates Prenatal Conditions
Galactic-Shaped Goodies
The Stars Wars Cookie Cutter Set Makes Sci-Fi Scrumptious Treats
Led Tech Centers
The Google Data Center Images Go Behind the Scenes
Augmented Reality Lenses
Innovega iOptik Contacts Will Let You See Multiple Images
Mini Headset Cinemas
The iPhone Theater by Mike Enayah Scales the Smartphone Screen to Movie Size
13 Sleek Racecar Simulators
From Energy Drink Simulators to Full-Scale Simulators
Retro Baseball-Inspired Frames
The Oliver Peoples O Malley Sunglasses Take You Back to the 60s
Honeycomb Agricultural Architecture
The London Tower Farm Aims to Feed its Inhabitants
Apocalyptic Prediction Portraits
BuzzFeed New York Hurricane Irene Photos Lighten a Dark Cloud
All-in-One Cooking Implements
The Dreamfarm Supoon Performs Three Tasks for a Streamlined Kitchen
Luxury Virtual Vehicles
The Formula 1 High End Racing Car Simulator Costs More Than the Real Thing
Surreal Gaming Specs
The 'Oculus Rift' Headset Provides an Interactive Experience
Energy Drink Simulators
The Playseat F1 Red Bull Seat Puts you Behind the Wheel of a Racecar
Natural Disaster Recreations
Jennifer Shaw's Hurricane Story Retells Her Traumatic Experience
Gargantuan Android Models
Len Komonac Designs an 8 Foot Tall R2D2
Punny Sci-Fi Cartoons
Adam Mccauley Reimagines Star Trek and Star Wars
Interactive Virtual World Simulators
The Canon Mixed Reality System is Amazingly Realistic
Videogame Reality Art
Lee Vidal Puts Classic 8-Bit Characters Into Real-Life Scenes
Life-Sized R/C Car Concepts
The Peugeot XRC is Designed for the World's Toughest Races
Customized Zombie Games
Street View Zombie Apocalypse by Mike Lacher has Fun With Google Maps
Interactive Autism Displays
Autism Speaks Leverages Interactive Technology to Spread its Message
Delightful Daisy Sunglasses
The Mercura NYC Shades are All Flowers
Secreted Sculleries
The Warendorf Hidden Kitchen is Sleek, Modern and Industrial
47 Toning Exercise Bikes & Treadmills
From Walking Workstations to Rock Climbing Treadmills
Virtual Reality-Inspired Gardening
Karen Stoyanov Tomato Products Explore Digital Farming
Chic Caveman-Inspired Ensembles
The FACETASM FW12 Collection Boasts Neanderthal-Ready Looks
Gay Marriage Gaming
Elder Scrolls: Skyrim Includes Interspecial, Same-Sex Relationships
Virtual Reality GPS Devices
'Cyber Navi' by Pioneer Combines Mario Kart Racing with Car Navigation
Assistive Listening Spectacles
Himri Glasses Make Sounds Visible to Users with Hearing Impairments
Cellular DSLR Triggers
The ioShutter Remote Turns Your Mobile Device into a Camera Accessory
Education-Funding Agriculture
Planting Promise is a Business-Oriented Charity in Sierra Leone
Igloo-Shaped Pavilions
The 'Iglounge' is a Warm Party Haven
Cardboard Constructed Interiors
The Bloomberg Meeting Space by Lazerian is Paper-Made
$75,000 Luxury Sunglasses
The CliC-Gold 18K Eyewear Act as More of a Lavish Accessory
High-Production Cultivation Pods
The Agri-Cube Can Produce Around 10,000 Vegetables Annually
Intergalactic Copper Cuffs
Adrian Prazen Presents Star Wars-Themed Bangles
Mood-Improving Headsets
The DayBrake Monitors Your Bodily Response and Endeavors to Relax You
Wireless Waterproof Headsets
Waterproof Bluetooth Headphones Let You Play in the Rain Again
Cosmo Capturing Cameras
The Canon Eos 60da DSLR Takes Intergalactic Photos of Space
Energy Drink Speedsters
Red Bull Just Got Supercharged with the F1 Red Bull X1 Prototype
Camera-Controlling Apps
DSLR Controller App Lets Android Photogs Take Photos With Their Phones
Video Game Evolution Infographics
This Infographic Charts the Milestones of Video Game History
Sleek Squared Cameras
The Canon EOS-1D X is Chic and Stylish
Green Rapid Response Shelters
The Reaction Housing System Responds Quickly to Any Emergency
Supercar-Inspired Bikes
The Bastiaan Kok Porsche Bicycle is Sleek like Its Original
Emergency Refuge Igloos
The Recurs(h)ive Project Would Provide Shelter to Those With Totaled Homes
Bass-Blasting Headsets
The Sony Extra Bass Headphones are Here to Bang on Your Ear Drums
Superman Shades
The ACNE Sigmund Sunglasses 2012 are a Heroic Purchase
Massive Weather Machines
Control When and Where Precipitation Occurs with Laser-Assisted Rainfall
Autistic Perception Simulations
Carly’s Cafe Offers Online Glimpse to What Having Autism Is
Electricity-Producing Headphones
The Green Noise Bluetooth Headset Harnesses the Energy of Noise
Historical Auto Racing Animations
This Film Tracks the Evolution of the F1 Car Beautifully
Virtual Reality Test Drives
South African Audiences Take Virtual Hyundai i30 Test Drive
Gruesome Gamer Girl Looks
This Realistic Zombie Makeup is Frighteningly Gory
Haunting Hurricane Footage
The Buffalo Picture House Hurricane Irene Video is Heartstopping
Gamefied Sustainable Living Apps
Practically Green Provides Simple and Personalized Green Tips
Virtual Embracing Clothing
Facebook Helps Share the Love with a Like-a-Hug Inflatable Vest
Sith Lord Hair Stylers
This Darth Vader Blow Dryer is Geek Chic
Redefined Iconic Supercars
The McLaren P1 Sports Car Rivals the MP4-12C
Celebratory Autism Art
'Drawing Autism' is a Look Inside the Mind of Autistic Artists
Sci-Fi Crayon Sculptures
Steve Thompson Carves Star Wars Characters into Crayola Crayons
Industrial Deck Kitchens
The Artusi Island is a Restaurant-Grade Kitchenette for the Backyard
Batmobile Racers
The Audi R18 Racecar is a Treat for the Eyes and the Track
Chic Racing Simulators
The VRS-P1 Prosumer Racing Simulator is a Stylish Wooden Game Piece
Gratis Gaming Goods
Blockbuster Puzzle Game Portal is Released for Free in Order to Teach Kids
LGBT-Friendly Gaming
A Closed World Will Help You Empathize With Others' Lifestyles
Austism Specific Communion Apps
AutisMate by Specialneedsware Allows for Effective Interactions
Sympathetic Zombie Songs
This Walking Dead Parody Also Spoofs the Song Dumb Ways To Die
Neon Neodymium Headphones
The Afterglow Headset Offers a Fun and Futuristic Aesthetic
Virtual Pop-Up Shops
Christmas Shopping Made Easy with Wal-Mart’s Virtual Pop-Up Shops
Domestic Disaster Spreads
Gregory Crewdson Shoots In-Home Floods and Gardens
Patient Empowering Video Games
PE Interactive Hopes to Strengthen the Resolve of Cancer Victims
Mindblowing Zombie Experiments
Rooster Teeth 'Immersion' Puts the Classic Game Genre to the Test
Efficient Seasoning Strippers
Graze Herb Comb Helps You Prepare Your Leaves Coriander for Cooking
Healthy Heart Fashion
Regulate Your Nervous System While Looking Chic with the InflataCorset
Virtual Map Car Hunts
BMW 'Signposts' Campaign Has Swedes Looking for a Hidden BMW 3 Series
Geeky Military Medal Tees
This Highly Decorated T-Shirt is for the Hardcore Nerd
Majestic Agricultural Art
These Mitch Frey 'Atlanta Botanical Garden' Illustrations are Serene
Rebel Hangout Captures
The Justin Guthrie Series Features Lonely Places
Inflatable Auto Seating
The Easy Car Seat is a Highly Portable Child Safety Seat
Sci-Fi Food Vendors
The Grillenium Falcon is Inspired by Star Wars
Spatula Tong Hybrid Tools
Chef2 Creates Colorful Multi-Purpose Kitchen Utensils
Helmet-Ready Headsets
The Buhel D01 Bone Conductive Headphone Transmits Sound Like a Skull
Therapeutic Entertainment
'How Games Saved My Life' Shines a Light on the Positivity of Gaming
Concealed Therapy Apparel
The Squease Vest Provides a Discreet Hug for Autistic People in Need
Vegetable Trend Report
Stay Updated on the Freshest and Most Healthy Foods
Realistic Racing Simulators
The SimRoom SimPod 1 Provides an Immersive Gaming Experience
Stylish Coffin Simulators
The VRS-P1 by V-Racing Offers a Refined Racing Experience
Wireless DSLR Remote Contols
The Satechi WTR-A Perfectly Times Camera Shutter Speed
Science Lab Spice Racks
The Scientific Spice Rack Will Keep Your Spices Organized
Disastrous Game Shows
The Tommy Wi-Show Attempts to Revive the Director's Infamous Reputation
Techy Transformative Specs
These Adjustable Reading Glasses are Cleverly Customizable
Disaster Domicile Drops
Parachute Shelter Delivers Tents from the Air to Victims on Broken Ground
Energizing Racecar Replicas
The Red Bull F1 Car Celebrates the Team's World Championship Win
Cheerful Zombie Show Intros
Matincomedy Hilariously Reimagines The Walking Dead as a Cheesy Sitcom
Virtual Reality Sight-Improving Glasses
Intelligent Goggles Help the Visually Impaired Navigate
Video Game-Controlled Robots
The Famicom Robot is Made up of Old School Gaming Devices
2-in-1 Barbecues
The Hasty-Bake Legacy Grill Roasts and Smokes Mouth-Watering Meat
Handheld Candy Canons
The Double Barrel Marshmallow Shooter Packs Some Serious Sweet
Choo Choo Conductor Apps
The Toca Train for iOS Puts Players in Charge of a Virtual Locomotive
Retrospective Racings Ads
The Kia 'Rear View Camera Race' Video is Gutsy
Compartmentalized Cutting Surfaces
The Chop N Serve Chopping Board Stores Sliced Food for Later
F1-Inspired Driving Simulators
The Revozport GT5 Carbon Driving Console is as Real as It Gets
Disinfecting Video Game Gear
GeekSoap Will Get You Geeky-Clean with Funny Handmade Soap Bars
Autism Social Networking Sites
Squag Lets Autistic Teens and Tweens Safely Connect Online
Terrifying Video Game Guides
These Unsettling Tourist Guides to BioShock's 'Rapture' are Creative
Video Game Vaults
All-New International Center for the History of Electronic Games (ICHEG) Opens
Interactive Gaming Campaigns
Perrier Takes on the Gamer Market with a First-Person Party Game
NYC Suburban Racing Films
The Red Bull Racing's American Vacation Video Burns Rubber
Aircraft Simulations
Head Into the Danger Zone With the Cockpit Flight Simulator
Living Dead Soldier Toys
The Walking Dead Zombie Army Men Patriotically Came Back From the Dead
Goodwill Gaming Events
The Extra Life Marathon Raises Money for Hospitals by Playing Games
Cavernous Courtyard Holes
The Joanneum Museum Extension Punctures the Cultural Hub's Square
Light Therapy Seating
The Revive Chair by Meng-Jung Chuang is Made for Pregnant Women
Rugged H20 Camera Covers
Ikelite Waterproof Camera Housings Film Underwater Adventures
Zombified Strategy Games
The Walking Dead Board Game Takes a Combination of Skill and Chance
Ugly Undead Consoles
The Zombie Gameboy Serves a Dose of Scary Nostalgia
Virtual Shopping Assisants
The Facebook Want Button Temporarily Satisfies Your Consumerist Needs
Gamer Theatrical Productions
'And Darkness Descended' is a Play Based on Resistance 3
Beach Toy Kitchen Kits
This Playful Cooking Set by NeatoShop Serves as Measuring Cups and Spoons