For me it’s first person puzzle games. I can think of maybe a dozen off the top of my head that came out in the last decade. I especially enjoy when they’re open world. The ability to just quit a puzzle that’s stumped you and go try something else for a little bit is incredibly refreshing.
Arcade / over the top racing games like Motorstorm and Split Second.
Wreck Fest is close but needs more crazy scenery or setpieces.
I absolutely loved Split Second!
Recently picked up ‘arf of rally’. It somewhat scratches that itch with it’s handling but eh…
There’s just the itch that hasn’t been scratched properly since Midnight Club 3 and Midnight Club Los Angeles.
Split/Second was such a great game.