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Dwarf Fortress creator suggests societal lessons from game mechanics

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Tarn Adams, the creator of Dwarf Fortress, suggested that societal lessons can be drawn from the game's mechanic of "walling up" dwarf nobles. He elaborated that this practice, intended to maintain social equality, would necessitate the abolition of "dwarf cops" as well. Adams believes this concept offers further insights into societal structures. AI

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    🎮 Dwarf Fortress creator says we can learn something from simply walling up dwarf nobles to maintain an equal society—but notes you have to abolish the dwarf co

    🎮 Dwarf Fortress creator says we can learn something from simply walling up dwarf nobles to maintain an equal society—but notes you have to abolish the dwarf cops, too: 'Another lesson to be had there' Much to consider. 📰 Source: Latest from PC Gamer 🔗 Link: https://www.pcgamer.c…

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