Among Us – Why Does Its Social Deduction Gameplay Remain So Appealing After All These Years?

Among Us is a multiplayer game focused on deduction, communication, and player psychology, where each match revolves around completing a mission or finding the imposter hidden within the team. Interestingly, despite its relatively simple gameplay mechanics, the game generates countless tense situations, misunderstandings, and different strategies depending on how players interact with each other.

I'm curious to know what makes Among Us so appealing over the years: is it the psychological element of "trust and betrayal," the ability to play with friends, or the high degree of randomness in each match? I'd love to hear everyone's perspectives and real-life experiences, especially those who have played from the early versions to the present.