One essential element of the games that I enjoy the most is the freedom to explore in different ways and find elements that haven't been found before.
A recurring motif in the games I like is exploration.
My favorites are usually epic games that blend virtual and real-world components.
In my favorite games, you can typically explore new areas and real-world scenarios.
Most of the fun games I've made include investigating and collecting interesting objects, even if they don't really have a function.
I enjoy immersing myself in the stories of my favorite characters and learning as much as I can about the more complex elements of their games, even when they aren't physically present.