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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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+5.0
Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection
The games are challenging platformers requiring skill mastery, with ranking systems rewarding precision and speed, and…
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+5.0
Trials Evolution: Gold Edition
High skill ceiling with challenging tracks requiring mastery of physics and precise control; players receive clear…
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+5.0
Pox Nora
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, strategic depth, and a steep learning curve rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
hackmud
High skill ceiling with complex puzzles, scripting challenges, and player-versus-player hacking requiring mastery and…
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+5.0
SpyParty
High skill ceiling with complex mind games, requiring learning, observation, and mastery; players report continuous…
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+5.0
Ukrainian Fight Drone Simulator (UFDS) - FPV drone simulator
Strong emphasis on skill acquisition, fine motor control, and mastering difficult flight physics; steep learning curve.
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+5.0
Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge
The game is punishingly difficult, requiring mastery of complex mechanics, tactical combat, and careful resource…
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+5.0
Out of Action
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics and rewarding mastery; players improve through learning and overcoming…
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+5.0
Absolver
High skill ceiling with complex combat mechanics requiring practice, observation, and mastery to succeed.
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+5.0
Dangerous Waters
Steep learning curve requiring mastery of sonar, TMA, weapon systems, and naval tactics; players develop real skills…
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+5.0
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord
The game is challenging, requiring skillful party management, strategic planning, and overcoming difficult encounters.
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+5.0
Acceleration of SUGURI 2
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics like heat management, ammo limits, and combo execution; requires learning and…
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+5.0
JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator
The game demands real programming skills, problem-solving, debugging, and optimization, providing strong feedback on…
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+5.0
Legendary Tales
Combat requires skillful parrying, timing, and learning enemy patterns; progression and skill trees enhance feeling of…
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+5.0
Civil War II
The game has a steep learning curve and rewards mastery of complex mechanics, reflecting high competence motivation.
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+5.0
Dungeon Warfare 3
The game demands skillful planning, puzzle-like problem solving, and mastery of complex mechanics with clear feedback…
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+5.0
Egging On
The game is highly skill-based with challenging physics and platforming requiring precision, timing, and mastery.
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+5.0
Distant Worlds: Universe
The game demands mastering complex systems, ship design, logistics, and strategic decision-making, providing strong…
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+5.0
TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3
Steep learning curve with realistic physics that reward skill mastery and precise control; players report satisfaction…
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+4.0
Super Metroid
The game offers challenging platforming, combat, and puzzle-solving that require skill mastery and provide satisfying…
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+5.0
Aeterna Noctis
The game is highly challenging with precise platforming, difficult combat and bosses, requiring mastery of mechanics…
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+5.0
Has-Been Heroes
High skill ceiling with complex tactical combat requiring planning, timing, and resource management.
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+5.0
Aces Wild: Manic Brawling Action!
The game demands high skill mastery, precise timing, and offers a steep learning curve rewarding player improvement and…
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+5.0
Steel Assault
High skill ceiling with challenging boss fights and hardcore arcade modes requiring mastery and practice.
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