Realisitic what? Grapx/gameplay? Your ques is too general and it also depends on the game. I dont mind either or.

Example; I love to play a realistic tennis game, but then id love to play an unrealistic one too where say the ball impales the oppoent if you hit it too fast:?

I think we'll all agree though that realsitic grapx is a must:)

anandram

I think both have their place. It depends on my mood. Realistic graphics are cool but I think you can achieve a lot by having amazing artwork, realistic or not.