I have never been a big gamer, but there have been a few games that have really connected with me at some point in my life. Here's a quick look at three of them.
NHL - EA Sports
EA's NHL series was the first video game I really became obsessed with. It started with NHL '95 on the Sega Genesis. Looking back, the graphics were atrocious, but at the time it was hard to imagine wanting anything more. I think that the entertainment value of this game comes from the competitiveness it brings out in people. It's about getting together with your friends, picking your favorite teams, and trying to beat the crap out of each other. The internet makes it even easier to connect and challenge others now. I regularly play (and beat) my brother who lives in Winnipeg, and it's simple to connect with strangers at your skill level who live across the world.
Civilization - MicroProse:
Civilization is the most addicting game I have ever played. It has amazing ability to suck me in and not let me out, no matter how much I want to quit. For me, the game is about validating my thoughts, ideas, and strategies. I want to see how my decisions play out, to simulate a world where I am the king. The most enjoyable part about the game is that there does not seem to be one 'best way' to play it; any strategy has a chance each game.
Madden - EA Sports:
The Madden series has similar qualities to the NHL series. The competitive aspect is still a major part of the game, but for me, Madden is more strategic. Like a real NFL game, it's about keeping your opponent off-balance with your team's play calls. The time to make decisions is very limited, and like the games above, there is more than one path to victory each game.
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