How do you find "fun" gameplay when creating a game?

I realize this may sound pretty vague and broad but I'd like to get some discussion going. Any time I come up with an idea for a game I always imagine a setting, world, or story before I think about what actual gameplay would look or feel like. Personally I feel that this is a weakness for me because while I could tell... See more

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