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Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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High competence scores, with story at +0 or below.
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+5.0
Graphwar
High skill ceiling requiring mathematical knowledge and precision to succeed; players feel effective when mastering…
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+5.0
Toki Tori
The game is challenging with complex puzzles that require skillful problem solving and logical thinking, rewarding…
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+5.0
Osu!
The game has a very high skill ceiling requiring precise timing, aiming, and reflexes, with constant feedback on…
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+5.0
Pokémon Stadium
The game emphasizes strategic depth and skillful play, requiring players to outthink opponents and manage complex…
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+5.0
Settlement Survival
The game offers deep micromanagement, complex logistics, and a challenging tech tree that rewards skillful planning and…
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+5.0
A Difficult Game About Climbing
High skill ceiling with challenging mechanics requiring mastery, precision, and learning from failure.
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+5.0
Darwin Project
High skill ceiling with complex combat mechanics, timing, tracking, and strategic resource management.
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+5.0
Kabounce
High skill ceiling with challenging controls, combos, and mastery required; players report a steep but rewarding…
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+5.0
Leap Up no jutsu
The game demands skillful reflexes and precise timing, with a steep difficulty curve rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
MOLEK-SYNTEZ
Highly challenging puzzles requiring skillful programming and optimization; leaderboards provide feedback on…
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+5.0
REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
The game is challenging with a high skill ceiling, requiring mastery of rotation, shooting, and scoring mechanics.
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+5.0
Beetleball
High skill ceiling with momentum-based movement, class mastery, and technical gameplay; players receive feedback and…
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+5.0
Dodge It!
High difficulty and skill-based gameplay with challenging achievements and leaderboard competition.
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+5.0
GearBlocks
The game has a steep learning curve and requires skill and mechanical knowledge to master building and engineering…
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+5.0
GTR 2 FIA GT Racing Game
High skill ceiling with realistic physics, driving school tutorials, and challenging AI requiring mastery.
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+5.0
Tcheco in the Castle of Lucio
High difficulty with no checkpoints demands skill mastery and learning from failure, providing strong feedback on…
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+5.0
ZUSI 3 - Aerosoft Edition
High skill and knowledge required to operate complex German train safety systems and signaling; steep learning curve…
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+5.0
Dustforce DX
The game demands mastery of complex mechanics and precise execution, rewarding skill and improvement.
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+5.0
Intake
The game is a challenging reflex and aiming test with increasing difficulty and skill-based progression.
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+5.0
UBERMOSH:BLACK
High skill ceiling with challenging gameplay, requiring fast reflexes, precise aiming, and mastery of mechanics to…
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+5.0
Urtuk: The Desolation
The game emphasizes skillful tactical combat, strategic positioning, and mastery of complex mechanics with clear…
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+5.0
Bloodline Champions
The game is highly skill-based with no RNG, requiring mastery of complex mechanics and precise execution.
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+5.0
oO
Game demands high skill and reflex mastery; players repeatedly fail and improve, with clear feedback on performance.
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+5.0
Sky Knights
Game rewards skillful flying, strategic decisions, and mastery of maneuvers with clear performance feedback.
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