what do you think about quest marks, do you think they are a bad thing? I personally don't mind them as long as they appear only when I am near the questing area. But to open up a games world map and to see them plastered there ruins a game for me. wouldn't you agree? I am referring to Avernum: Escape the pit for an example.

Indeed, it ruins the thrill of exploration and finding stuff by yourself.

Also prefect example, Morrowind. For not having a quest marker.