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Autonomy
Being in control of actions and decisions (e.g. freedom to play how you want)
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Focused on autonomy
Games where autonomy stands out from the other motivations.
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Review scores are shown out of 100
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+4.0
Tank Squad
Players can control individual tanks or crew members, choose different play styles, manage resources and customize…
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+4.0
The King's Bird
Players have freedom to choose paths and use momentum-based flying mechanics creatively to navigate levels.
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+4.0
Ticket to Ride®
Players have freedom to choose routes, strategies, and maps; game supports solo and multiplayer with various options.
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+4.0
Transport Fever 3
Players have freedom to build and optimize transport networks with many options and mod support, though some mechanics…
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+4.0
Truck & Logistics Simulator
Players have control over vehicle choice, cargo loading, and driving routes, with some freedom to explore the map and…
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+4.0
Uncharted Ocean
Players have freedom to chart their own course, choose nationality, trade routes, and fleet composition with minimal…
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+4.0
VoidExpanse
Players have freedom to choose playstyle, missions, and character skill development; open galaxy with sandbox elements
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+4.0
WARSHIFT
Players can switch freely between RTS commander mode and direct third-person avatar control, choosing their own…
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+4.0
World War Legion
Players have freedom to customize weapons, choose loadouts, and engage in fast-paced combat with parkour elements…
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+5.0
X-Plane 10 Global - 64 Bit
Players have full control over flight operations, setup, and customization; no hand-holding or arcade assists.
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+4.0
Need for Speed: Carbon
Players have freedom to choose cars, customize extensively, select wingmen, and decide race strategies and territory…
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+4.0
Air Combat
Players have freedom to choose aircraft, missions, and tactics, with control over flight maneuvers and weapon usage.
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+4.0
Anno 117: Pax Romana
Players have significant control over city building, production chains, and strategic decisions, including assigning…
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+4.0
Conflict Desert Storm™
Players control a squad of 4 characters with ability to switch between them and issue simple commands, allowing…
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+4.0
Fatal Fury Special
Players have control over character selection including bosses and secret characters, and can choose fighting styles…
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+4.0
Messenger
Players have freedom to explore the world, choose upgrade paths, and decide when and how to revisit areas in the…
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+4.0
Microsoft Solitaire Collection
Players have freedom to choose among five solitaire variants, customize themes, and select difficulty levels, enabling…
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+4.0
Mini Militia - Doodle Army 2
Players have freedom to choose weapons, customize controls, and decide movement and combat tactics including jetpack…
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+4.0
Pax Augusta
Players have freedom to plan city layout, choose building placements, and manage resources with organic, modular…
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+5.0
Ryzom
Players have full freedom to develop any skills they want without class restrictions, customize their own attacks and…
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+4.0
Touhou ~Red Empress Devil.
Players choose from many characters with unique attack styles and abilities, allowing varied approaches and personal…
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+4.0
Victorious Boxers 2: Fighting Spirit
Players have control over offensive and defensive maneuvers, timing, and strategic decisions in fights, with no energy…
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+4.0
Winds of Valen
Players have freedom to choose skills, combat style, and progression path without forced quests or strict guidance.
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+4.0
The Forever Winter
Players have freedom to choose characters, play solo or coop, and decide stealth or combat approaches; game encourages…
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