I know this might come across as a question with an obvious answer but I know some people here think Shenmue just aint all that and that's fine but I think it would be good to discuss why it might not be and what is instead and why that is your favourite game, be interesting to know why Shenmue is most people's favourite game here and why it wont change anytime soon.
So what makes Shenmue special to you? And if it's not that special why not?
I mean Shenmue 1 & 2
My answer is simple
Mario - great gameplay
Zelda - great gameplay/music
Metal Gear Solid - story/music
GTA - great gameplay/music
Shenmue - It Only Does Everything