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Bitlife is one of those games that proves you don’t need flashy graphics to create something truly addictive. On the surface, it looks simple—just text boxes and choices—but once you start playing, you realize how deep and entertaining it can be.

The game is basically a life simulator where you make decisions for your character from birth to death. Every year of your virtual life, you’re given choices: do you study hard or slack off in school, date someone or stay single, choose a career in medicine or try your luck as an actor? Sometimes you’ll stumble into wealth and fame, other times you’ll land in prison or go broke. It’s unpredictable, and that’s what makes it so much fun.

What I love most about BitLife is the freedom. You can live a “perfect” life with a steady job, marriage, and kids, or you can completely flip the script and become a criminal mastermind, gambler, or even a monk. No two playthroughs ever feel the same, and the random events keep you on your toes. I once had a character who inherited millions out of nowhere, and another who spent half his life in jail—it’s wild.

Another thing that stands out is the humor. The writing is witty and often laugh-out-loud funny. Even when things go wrong, the outcomes are usually so ridiculous that you can’t help but laugh. At the same time, the game can hit emotional notes too—like losing a parent or watching relationships fall apart—which makes it surprisingly immersive.

The developers also do a great job of keeping the game fresh with updates and challenges. Seasonal events and new features keep players coming back, and I really like that the game is inclusive, letting you explore all kinds of lifestyles without limitations.