How do I simulate Windows 8 RT in VS 2012?
Solution 1:
Windows 8 RT is a different experience without the desktop
Well no, Windows RT still has the desktop mode tacked it and what the simulator offers, is pretty much what you see in the RT.
Overall, the desktop functionality on Windows RT is very similar to its Windows 8 counterpart — but ARM-based systems are clearly designed to be used in the new Windows 8 Start Screen.