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like how has there not been an FPS to top half life 1 or 2? How has there not been a third person shooter to even match Max Payne 1? How has there not been an Action RPG to match Gothic 1 and 2? How has there not been a multiplayer shooter experience to beat Counter Strike? How has GTA San Andreas still not been topped? How is each iteration of Battlefield worse than Battlefield 2?

It just seems like all we've gotten is more and more realistic graphics (that actually dillute the immersion and interactivity of games) more elaborate cutscenes and worst of all, a big pivot from creating interactive experiences into creating addictive incentive systems.

Most games now focus more on loot tables, roguelike build variety, lootbox gambling, level up unlockable hamster wheels and every other psychological trick to get players addicted to the game... instead of just making fun interactive worlds full of chalanges and wonder to overcome with your brain and skill.... rather than time and luck.