If and when I get really stuck in a game, I cannot tear myself away from it. I play day and night, miss school and social gatherings and lead a solitary life until the game in question is beat.
And when I do beat it, I feel that lonely feeling you were talking about. But I will do anything to get back to my normal life as soon as possible, so I RUSH through the game instead of, as you, avoid it to drag it out as long as possible. Also, I get addicted to it, can't stop thinking about it. Don't want to stop playing.
Luckily, this doesn't happen very often. It's been a long time since it happened, actually. The closest I've gotten this year is Super Mario Galaxy and Wii Sports Resort. Both of which I do not own.
I guess I should also add that this happens with games, books, manga and TV-series. I'm addicted to a good story, and to good gameplay.
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