My player has always known that the SHL was a simulation. Being a cat was his first sign. Having a lavish multi million dollar apartment and being a cat living in it was the first give away. Not only did it have a human bed but with the press of a paw it could turn into a cat bed was kind of wild. Also when going to the rink and everyone being normal to a cat was his second clue. When he walks into the locker room and turns into a humanoid cat, that was definitely a sign. Honestly he was okay with it. Being a pro hockey player means that there is health care benefits, food provided for you, apartments etc. Honestly living in a simulation like this was pretty nice. Also meeting with GMs and other people, there is a future for him. He knows that he is not just going to get deleted when his career is over. So he knows that this life will be a nice life, even if it is virtual. Meow!