There's linear gameplay and then there are linear games. Linear games are preferable, for many games, because there is a story that you can impact in meaningful

There's linear gameplay and then there are linear games. Linear games are preferable, for many games, because there is a story that you can impact in meaningful ways, but with 'an' outcome. That outcome will morph or change based on inputs you make and decisions you make throughout the process. Linear gameplay is boring, in that you don't get any agency. You are simply completing a series of steps to feel a sense of accomplishment, when in reality all you have done is push the approved buttons at the appropriate time. Linear game that's awesome: Pillars of Eternity. Linear gameplay that's not awesome: Tomb raider games. Or maybe different games are made for different people. That could also be an option.