Computational simulation has been used in various disciplines to study different natural phenomena and the use of this method has also been extended to the study of language evolution (Gong, 2009). Its application in studies of language evolution involves the writing and testing of computer programs to simulate the possible models by which language might have developed. These computational models are built on sound assumptions and empirical findings (Gong, 2009). In addition, the ability of the models to incorporate a high degree of realism as well as the well-defined procedures involved in studies involving these models allow for convincing results which can be replicated. Results of studies involving computational simulation can hence be used to validate assumptions, hypotheses and theories. The following sections will touch on the advantages of computational simulation in the study of language evolution.