I was using Minecraft (and DayZ) as an example of those games done correctly, in my opinion of course. Though I think, personally, it just boils down to me being bored with that genre and I mentioned Rust cause it was the last game I played like that. I completely understand why others enjoy it.
NASCAR Thunder 2004. Console versions are still the best all time, PC version is literally rFactor with hackjob stock cars and tracks.