PhD Simulator
As a former PhD student who is now faculty, I have to say that the pace of the game is one of the most realistic aspects. Every small step forward takes about a month, it may or may not pan out, but it passes in the blink of an eye.<p>It&#x27;s a game, so it can&#x27;t model everything. But I thought the biggest missing thing was &quot;leveling up.&quot; As you accomplish more, you should have a higher likelihood of future success, and your hope should increase as you gain confidence and experience.<p>That&#x27;s how a PhD works -- those who can get early wins (or stick through a lot of bad bounces) can build on success will finish well.<p>To rip off Tolstoy, &quot;Happy PhDs are all alike; each unhappy PhD is unhappy in its own way.&quot;