I enjoy competing in tournaments and leagues even though I'm just an average player. Even though I finished in the 70s for PAPA C division this year, I did manage to put up the top score on Ghostbusters which for me was exciting.
The Pindigo app is also fun to keep track of your personal bests and see how you stack up against other players.
Other than that, I just enjoy playing the machines available at various shows I attend.
The hobby would be pretty boring if there were no machines being manufactured, no leagues, no tournaments and no shows.