The premise as stated is pretty dumb, no argument. But this thread has given me a fresh insight on using as a metaphor (nothing more!) for self-reinforcing belief systems. Anything can be a simulated reality, once the believer shuts down evidence to the contrary! Capitalism, Catholicism, Transhumanism… you name it.
But I think that seeing myself as a nonplayer character in these people’s delusional game, kind of lets me off the hook for setting them straight. Once folks are hooked on that kool-aid, they’re not coming back til they’re done.
