Competitive or fun, that's always been a source for debate. However, arguing over the problem is utterly useless. There will always be people wanting to win, and there will always be people wanting to goof around. We can't pick and choose without isolating one group, so the only thing for it is to suck up and try to get as much personality and screen time as you can while you have it. Make an impression, do your best with what you've got.