Immersion in Video Games

[KillerGremlin]

Immersion of course appeals to me in different levels at different times. When I pick a game up I am first pulled in by graphics and sound. Then I get absorbed into the story and gameplay. And finally I get immersed if the game is addicting and fun.

Games that really immersed me....Super Mario 64, Mario Bros. 3, OoT, Link's Awakening, Peggle (the first time you hear the music after you beat a level, omg!), Counter-Strike/TF2 for their long-term, addictive gameplay