A Virtual Sense of Accomplishment

I have a problem in life of not feeling satisfied. This has nothing to do with the people in my life; that's not what I mean. This satisfaction I'm talking about is accomplishment. I can only speak for myself but I belive guys need to feel accomplishment. Maybe not 'guys', but 'some people'. Some people are affected by the lack of accomplishment less than others but I think that everyone needs to feel it to some extent.
In college I took a public speaking class. One of our speeches was about a place where we go to escape. Some spoke of their tree houses when they were kids, their bedroom, the library. Mine was about the Land of Hyrule. Those of you who don't know where that is, it is the fictional world that Zelda and Link inhabit in the Legend of Zelda game series. I spoke about how I would defeat giant dragons, monsters and evil wizards bent on world domination/destruction. But th ekey word is I. I did it. The people of small villages counted on me to save them. They empowered me with objects, information, and confidence in order to ensure my victory. They depended on me, and they trusted me. And I never let them down.
This is why it is so easy for me to become addicted to video games. They have a fixed set of rules, a limited amount of actions to take, and a clear goal... usually. "Blow up the fuel trucks", "rescue the hostage", "win the race","find the Flaming Sword of the Gods","meet up with Charlie and get the green access key card," and my personal favorite, "defeat all the enemies." Whenever you get stuck or forget your purpose you can just pull up the objectives screen and look at what you're supposed to be doing. There is also usually someone within the game that gives you tips if you can't figure it out.
I could (and sometimes do) play games for hours. each level, the objectives are laid out for you, any equipment you need you are given, or are told where to find it. In some games you are very well compensated just for following directions. By completing tasks and objectives you get new cars, weapons, clothing, money and all kinds of other things. Also, when you complete a step in your virtual life the next step is opened to you. You are told your next step one your current step is completd. That is a very appealing aspect of video game worlds.
As you progress in the game the overall plotline is revealed. Mysteries are solved, friends are met, enemies show themselves and are eventually defeated. But most importantly, at the end of the game you have accomplished something. Whether it be saving the world, saving the girl, or cleansing your name the end result is a feeling of accomplishment. All the adventure, action, violence, and spent shell casings are worth it.
In the video game universe, I can save the world. I can make a difference. I can use the tools and information I'm given and make choices. Meaningful choices. This gives me a feeling of purpose. That is my escape; a world where I am the hero. And it is sadly addicting.