A simulation simply exists within a larger system, with forces beyond what those in the simulation are aware of influencing it. In the sense that humanity exists within a larger universe with spiritual forces influencing us, cooperating with us, fighting against us, then describing our existence as a simulation makes some degree of sense. The difference is we have free will and agency to choose. The more we are aware of and in tune with the Divine, the more we are able to “escape the simulation” so to speak.