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Few things here..

1) Game economies are studied because we can learn from them. Maybe not teach you how to run a business but they certainly have value in general economics.

2) I don't play games to escape from life either and I'm not into roleplaying

3) I like both kinds of games you described, but I also find mindless grinding to be a very relaxing pass time, and wouldn't put it in the bad design category. Put on some slow piano instrumentals and just point, click, and watch while i do other things.. good stuff.

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