I see things a bit differently in terms of favorites. I have trouble ranking to that degree. For example, I can say I prefer movie A to movie B or movie C but that doesn't mean movie A is my favorite. Once I get down to, say, a top 10, the lines begin to blur.
I can list out my favorite artists but not an absolute favorite, and can name my favorite songs or albums from each of those. After getting a short list, it's pretty dependent on my mood.
Games are the same, I have favorite series but not a favorite game. Actually, thinking on it now, even that gets weird. I can get just as much enjoyment out of playing Mario Party when compared to Pikmin. Yet, Pikmin is regarded as a series I'm highly fond of. (whilst Mario Party isn't)
With all of that in mind, I do believe things have a tendency to change. When I hear a new song for the very first time, at times, it can be a strange experience. It's kind of like, it makes my soul feel alive for lack of a better way to explain it. That feeling begins to dissipate over time though and while the song stays enjoyable, it's not as profound as before. I believe this to be true for most things.
As for the empty motivation? I've been through that for sure. I'm under the impression that most people either go through this or stay in it. I personally look at it as a major flaw in people. We get caught up in playing the consumer rather than creator. I write, and will say, I've come to the conclusion that creating can outweigh consuming. Not all the time but when you get it right, it feels amazing.
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