Actually my old professor pointed out that the argument should be 'is it a game'. Generally there are no requirements or rules applied to the game besides general physics.
Then again, by goal it could be 'to progress the story', but I don't know. Thats a better discussion.
I'm wondering how they will make the game play different every time you start.
Glad to see someone who understands game theory.
Only way I could prevent my blood from boiling is to talk to my coworkers.