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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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Garlic
High skill ceiling with challenging platforming, requiring mastery of mechanics and precise timing.
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+5.0
America's Army: Proving Grounds
High skill ceiling with realistic gunplay, tactical team coordination, and punishing mechanics that reward mastery and…
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+5.0
Desktop Dungeons
High skill and strategic planning required to succeed; players learn from mistakes and optimize moves.
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+5.0
IOSoccer
Steep learning curve and high skill ceiling; players feel rewarded by mastering complex controls and gameplay mechanics.
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+5.0
Sword of the Stars: The Pit
High difficulty requiring skillful play, strategic resource and inventory management, and mastery of complex mechanics.
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+5.0
Trackmania
High skill ceiling with emphasis on improving times, mastering mechanics, and competing on leaderboards.
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+5.0
Nioh: Complete Edition
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skillful combat, stamina management, and mastery of…
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+5.0
Trials 2: Second Edition
High skill ceiling with challenging physics and difficult tracks that reward mastery and precision.
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+5.0
ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery)
The game is highly challenging with complex mechanics requiring skill, learning, and mastery.
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+5.0
Catacomb Kids
High skill ceiling with challenging combat, platforming, and strategic use of environment; players improve through…
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+5.0
DinoSystem
The game is challenging with complex survival mechanics requiring skillful management of resources and environment.
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+5.0
Erannorth Chronicles
The game features a steep learning curve with complex mechanics and requires skillful deckbuilding and tactical combat…
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+5.0
Just Xiangqi
The game emphasizes skill development through tutorials, puzzles, career progression, and challenging AI opponents…
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+5.0
TETRIS® THE GRAND MASTER 4 -ABSOLUTE EYE-
Game is highly skill-demanding with challenging modes like Master and Asuka, requiring fast stacking, precise…
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+5.0
12 bananas
The game is highly challenging, demanding precision and skill, with a steep learning curve and rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
AccuRC 2
Highly realistic physics and challenging flight mechanics provide strong skill development and mastery feedback.
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+5.0
BULT: Hunting simulator
High skill and knowledge required to succeed; realistic ballistics, bird behavior, and environmental factors challenge…
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+5.0
Europa Universalis III Complete
High skill and strategic planning required to manage economy, diplomacy, military, and internal affairs effectively.
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+5.0
Final Sentence
Strong emphasis on skillful typing, accuracy, and speed with immediate feedback and high skill ceiling.
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+5.0
La-Mulana 2
High skill ceiling with challenging platforming, combat, and complex puzzles requiring note-taking and logical…
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+5.0
NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
High skill ceiling with complex combat mechanics, combos, counters, and a steep learning curve requiring mastery.
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+5.0
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
High skill requirement with complex turn-based combat, resource management, and strategic decision-making.
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+5.0
Silicon Zeroes
Challenging puzzles requiring skillful logic design and optimization with feedback on performance.
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+5.0
Tin Can
High skill and learning curve; players improve by mastering complex system troubleshooting and fast decision-making.
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