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Competence
Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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Competence + Growth
A strong dose of competence and growth in the same game.
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GP Bikes
Steep learning curve with challenging physics and skill-based riding; players improve through practice and receive…
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+5.0
SIC-1
The game demands high skill in low-level programming, debugging, and optimization, providing strong feedback through…
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+5.0
Stilt Fella
High skill ceiling with challenging levels that test player mastery and precision; players receive clear feedback on…
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+5.0
Understand
The game strongly challenges players' logical reasoning and puzzle-solving skills, with complex and varied rulesets…
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+5.0
Fidel Dungeon Rescue
Game requires mastering complex puzzle mechanics, strategic planning, and skillful execution; players receive clear…
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+5.0
Get To Work
The game demands skillful control mastery, precise timing, and problem solving, with clear feedback on player…
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+5.0
Grey Hack
The game demands skillful use of commands, scripting, and problem solving with a steep learning curve and rewarding…
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+5.0
Realm of the Mad God Exalt
High skill ceiling with bullet hell mechanics, pattern recognition, and strategic dungeon runs requiring mastery and…
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+5.0
Dominions 6 - Rise of the Pantokrator
The game demands high skill, strategic planning, and mastery of complex mechanics, with unforgiving mistakes and a…
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+5.0
HighFleet
The game demands mastery of complex mechanics, skillful piloting, and strategic planning with clear feedback on…
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+5.0
Stationeers
Highly challenging gameplay requiring mastery of complex systems, engineering, programming, and problem solving.
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+5.0
TEST TEST TEST
The game strongly emphasizes challenging puzzles and cryptography requiring skill, logical thinking, and problem…
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+5.0
Zardy's Maze
High difficulty and skill-based gameplay requiring learning enemy behaviors and strategic use of tools.
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+5.0
Chippy
The game is highly challenging with skill-based bullet hell mechanics, requiring mastery of patterns and precise…
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+5.0
OlliOlli World
High skill ceiling with complex combos and challenges; players feel rewarded mastering mechanics and beating…
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+5.0
Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense
High skill ceiling with complex strategy, unit synergies, positioning, and economic management; players report learning…
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+5.0
Omega Strikers
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, competitive gameplay requiring quick decision-making, positioning, and mastery of…
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+5.0
POLYBIUS
The game requires high skill, reflexes, and mastery of mechanics to progress through increasingly difficult levels.
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+5.0
Wargame: Airland Battle
Steep learning curve with complex mechanics and tactical depth requiring skillful play and constant adaptation.
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+5.0
Absolute Drift
High skill ceiling with challenging drifting mechanics; players report satisfaction mastering controls and improving…
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+5.0
Killer Instinct
High skill ceiling with complex combo system, combo breakers, counter breakers, and advanced mechanics rewarding…
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+5.0
MotoGP™20
The game features a steep learning curve, realistic physics, and challenging AI that reward skill development and…
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+5.0
Rail Route
The game offers a steep learning curve with complex signaling, scheduling, and automation challenges that reward skill…
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+5.0
Rollout Inline
High skill ceiling with challenging controls and mechanics; mastering tricks requires practice and precision.
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