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This chapter delves into the contributions of Richard Duke and Cathy Greenblat to the field of gaming simulation, outlining their pioneering roles in establishing foundational methodologies that continue to shape the discipline. Richard Duke, an urban planner, often referred to as the “founding father” of gaming simulation, introduced the concept as a transformative tool for addressing complex urban planning and policy challenges. His systematic frameworks, particularly the renowned 21-step design model, emphasize iterative, participatory processes to model and address real-world problems through simulation games. Duke’s work positioned gaming as a “future’s language,” capable of facilitating gestalt communication and fostering systemic understanding in complex decision-making contexts [Duke (Gaming: The future’s language. Sage, 1974)]. Cathy Greenblat, a sociologist, complemented Duke’s contributions by integrating psychological and sociological perspectives into the design and facilitation of simulation games. Her focus on group dynamics, emotional and cognitive learning, and the quality of debriefing enriched the pedagogical and ethical dimensions of gaming [Greenblat (Simulation & Games 5(1):3–21, 1974)]. Together, they advanced participatory design methodologies, emphasizing the importance of “multiple realities” through perspectives and stakeholder involvement to ensure holistic system modeling and game design. The chapter explores their collaborative works, such as Principles and Practices of Gaming Simulation, which synthesized their shared vision of simulation games as tools for education, policy development, and organizational transformation. It also highlights the enduring relevance of their concepts in contemporary applications, addressing issues like ethical considerations, diversity, and the transfer of insights from gaming into real-world contexts. Their legacy underscores the potential of gaming simulation to not only simplify but also enhance the understanding of complex systems, fostering creative problem-solving and organizational learning in diverse fields.

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Past and Future Impact of Richard Duke and Cathy Greenblat for Gaming Simulation

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  • Willy Christian Kriz,
  • Toshiko Kikkawa

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This chapter delves into the contributions of Richard Duke and Cathy Greenblat to the field of gaming simulation, outlining their pioneering roles in establishing foundational methodologies that continue to shape the discipline. Richard Duke, an urban planner, often referred to as the “founding father” of gaming simulation, introduced the concept as a transformative tool for addressing complex urban planning and policy challenges. His systematic frameworks, particularly the renowned 21-step design model, emphasize iterative, participatory processes to model and address real-world problems through simulation games. Duke’s work positioned gaming as a “future’s language,” capable of facilitating gestalt communication and fostering systemic understanding in complex decision-making contexts [Duke (Gaming: The future’s language. Sage, 1974)]. Cathy Greenblat, a sociologist, complemented Duke’s contributions by integrating psychological and sociological perspectives into the design and facilitation of simulation games. Her focus on group dynamics, emotional and cognitive learning, and the quality of debriefing enriched the pedagogical and ethical dimensions of gaming [Greenblat (Simulation & Games 5(1):3–21, 1974)]. Together, they advanced participatory design methodologies, emphasizing the importance of “multiple realities” through perspectives and stakeholder involvement to ensure holistic system modeling and game design. The chapter explores their collaborative works, such as Principles and Practices of Gaming Simulation, which synthesized their shared vision of simulation games as tools for education, policy development, and organizational transformation. It also highlights the enduring relevance of their concepts in contemporary applications, addressing issues like ethical considerations, diversity, and the transfer of insights from gaming into real-world contexts. Their legacy underscores the potential of gaming simulation to not only simplify but also enhance the understanding of complex systems, fostering creative problem-solving and organizational learning in diverse fields.