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At the heart of his argument is the simulation hypothesis, which asks whether we might be living in a simulated reality. He delineated two interpretations of this concept: the first, put forth by philosopher Nick Bostrom, suggests we might be non-player characters (NPCs) in a grand simulation, while the second version sees us as conscious beings playing roles in a simulated universe.
Virk highlighted that the evolution of video games—from basic 2D titles like "Pong" to modern virtual reality experiences—reflects a trajectory towards achieving what he calls the “simulation point,” where a simulation becomes indistinguishable from reality. As technology progresses rapidly, he urged listeners to consider what the future may hold for this advancement.