Why does van pelt want jumanji?

Van Pelt wants Jumanji because he is driven by a desire for power and control. As the game's hunter, he seeks to dominate the jungle and eliminate anyone who stands in his way. The game grants him supernatural abilities, making him a formidable adversary, and he is determined to capture the game's players to maintain his supremacy within the world of Jumanji. Ultimately, his obsession with the game reflects his need for authority and conquest.