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@morpheu5@livellosegreto.it#GameDesign people and #gamers, genuine question: what makes games fun to play for you? Not just videogames, any games! Please boost!
Please boost, retoot, whatever. That's what happens when you copypaste stuff you just posted on the other site… 
A short summary of answers I got elsewhere 
Being able to practice skills in a playful and safe environment.
This is so essential to play that people tend to forget this is a thing and resort to safe, old mechanics based on classic "gamer skillz".
Pic: Rock Band Drums
Easy to understand rules. 15 pages of instructions before even starting ain't it.
YES. I mean, some may find exciting spending hours debating the interpretation of the rule book, but most gamers want to play sooner rather than later – though they make sense for some games!
A good amount of customization options
Carving your own path through the game in a skin and environment that feel yours is important for immersion. This isn't always possible to a great extent, but there is no reason not to try.
Pic: Pokemon mod for Minecraft
Exploring! Being surprised!
A rich and responsive environment greatly contributes to making the game world feel real and lived. You don't need a massive sandbox, sometimes a room packed with secrets is all you need!
Pic: a whole library in Thimbleweed Park
I'll likely have some more but you keep them coming! #GameDesign #QuestionTime #Fun #Games
@morpheu5 The freedom to create something, usually. It may be your world or objects (Minecraft, LEGO, some RPGs), it may be your personal path or story (videogames, RPGs).