Same here—score-chasing is the heart of arcade design. What makes it fun is when every decision impacts your final tally: do you risk going for that extra heart, or play safe and avoid enemies? That balance of reward and danger is what makes it addictive. If you’re into that, check
Score in IndexMen, because the whole system is built around rewarding precision and consistency. My tip: play in short bursts and track your improvements run by run—you’ll quickly see patterns that help you climb.