simulator

noun3

1. •
   A machine or system that simulates an environment (such as an aircraft cockpit), often for training purposes.

   • A wave simulator in the tank can re-enact tsunamis and northeasters, and imitate wave conditions from midocean. — 2007
2. •
   A game that attempts to reproduce an experience realistically.

   • While writing for Mastertronic, David had seen that sales figures were much better for 'simulators' compared to less realistic games […] — 2007
3. •
   One who simulates or feigns.

   • Even confessing to a crime, the man may be mad, or a knavish simulator. — 1858