Mohtalim

Yep, pretty much this!

Vincent Baker made a blog post which I found to be an even more nuanced definition of "What is an RPG":
http://lumpley.com/index.php/anyway/thread/744#top

I try to GM (b) games where the players pursue their goals with integrity. It is tricky but rewarding!

But also, I do like the idea of simulations of fantastic worlds. I just think computers are better at that sort of thing.