You have to read this:
Part I: http://www.pointlesswasteoftime.com/games/crash.html
Part II: http://www.pointlesswasteoftime.com/games/crash2.html

This is actually so true, and it is the reason I quit playing videogames (I do still play classic 80ties games however). From 2000 on I've never find a new release making (and keeping) me say "wow".
I have this cd with some kickass FPS from 1995-1999.
When I occasionally go to a cyberroom with friends and play new games, it has actually stayed the same for over more than 10 years. All you get is some fancier graphics and larger levels.