1.) I think every game should have an objective, as well as a captivating experience that engages the users/players. In one of my favorite board games monopoly, it can get very intense and competitive, regardless of who you play with. That is the type of experience I love and enjoy to play in.
2.) As far as board games, I don’t play too many too often to be honest. However, I like to indulge in a lot of video games such as call of duty and rocket league.
3.) You could definitely apply the three act structure to call of duty. The first act or the setup could be the pregame lobby and the interactions before dropping in to the warzone, which could be climax number 1. Then Act 2 or the confrontation could be the fights or confrontations you have with other players throughout the game. And act 3 or the resolution could be the end scene with the word “victory” across the screen, finishing with the airlift out of the warzone with the winning team in the helicopter.
4.) When designing a game, I usually start with a mechanic because it provides structure and clarity for the rest of the creative process.
5.) I don’t really know everyone else too well yet, so I would have to say I’m open to collaborating with anyone.