What Games excite you?

[StratGamer]

I havent really been excited over a new strategy game. I dont mind the new Xcom but I love the old one. I also used to play Earth 2150 and Dune.

But in the last few weeks Ive gotten all excited over EA doing Star Wars games and a little unknown game Artifact Red X. Im excited because it looks like it might fill that strategy hole ive had for a while and when the disappointment of EA's SW titles washes over im hoping this little gem does the trick!! I noticed its endorsed by one of the guys who made Earth 2150!!! (saw it on Kickstarter)



So what im saying is, what game, maybe its a small indie game or a blockbuster really gets you going? and why??
And any favorite game designers?