Nicky Case makes interactive explainers that turn abstract systems into small things you can play. Instead of illustrating an argument after the fact, the interaction itself becomes the explanation.
What you will find
Projects cover trust, networks, anxiety, media and other subjects where feedback loops matter. Many can be completed in one sitting and include source material for going further.
Why it works
The simulations are deliberately small. A reader can alter one variable, see an immediate consequence and build an intuition before encountering more formal terminology.
Where to begin
Start with The Evolution of Trust if you want a complete example of the approach. Play honestly before trying to break the model; both passes reveal something different.
Things to know
- Simplified models cannot capture every real-world factor.
- Some projects contain sensitive emotional themes.
- The archive mixes finished explainers with smaller experiments.