postmodernism

• Postmodernism is identifiable in the Sims with;-
• Simulacrum and Hyperreality-playing a different version of yourself which is no longer a copy of the real but truth in itself.
• Instantaneity(instant or immediate)where you can cheat and get rich quick or build a house.
• Intertextuality-SIMS includes references to TV programmes,celebrities and popular culture including Marvel,Star Wars and Shakespeare.
• Pastiche-The Sims can reference other media tests such as television in a respectful way paying flattery or homage called pastiche.
• Parody-The Sims can mock a media text for comic effect.
• Self Reflexivity-Sims can play the Sims and they know they are being controlled and can ask for food by staring at you.
• The audio visual aspect of the interface often make the player feel about their SIM as though they' know them'. They feel a sense of ownership of the character not usually experienced by mainstream viewers of other media forms.