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Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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Popular, well-rated games with a strong competence score.
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Review scores are shown out of 100
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+5.0
Danmaku Unlimited 2
The game features challenging bullet patterns, skill-based dodging, and a rewarding scoring system that improves player…
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+5.0
Dominions 4: Thrones of Ascension
The game has a steep learning curve with complex mechanics, requiring skillful planning and mastery to succeed.
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+5.0
Hmmsim Metro
High skill and knowledge required to operate complex train systems realistically, with precise braking, signaling, and…
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+5.0
Samurai GUNN 2
High skill ceiling with fast reaction time, precision, and strategic depth; players report mastering complex mechanics.
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+5.0
The Talos Principle: Reawakened
The game offers challenging puzzles, especially in new DLC, requiring skill and problem-solving with clear feedback.
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+5.0
Warfork
Very high skill ceiling with challenging mechanics and competitive gameplay requiring mastery of movement and aiming.
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+5.0
X-COM: Terror From the Deep
The game is highly challenging with complex tactical combat, research management, and resource allocation requiring…
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+5.0
Deadlink
The game demands skillful movement, aiming, resource management, and strategic use of abilities, with challenging…
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+5.0
Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive
High difficulty and challenging AI require skillful planning and execution; players receive clear feedback on success…
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+5.0
Disgaea 5 Complete
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, strategic combat, and deep character/item progression systems.
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+5.0
Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories
The game features challenging puzzles requiring skill, critical thinking, and problem solving, with feedback and…
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+5.0
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
The game requires mastering difficult and precise mouse control, with a high skill ceiling and constant feedback on…
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+5.0
Rollerdrome
High skill ceiling with challenging mechanics, mastery of controls, and rewarding player improvement.
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+5.0
Tactical Nexus
Game demands high skill in planning, optimization, and problem solving with deterministic outcomes and complex puzzles.
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+5.0
Train Valley 2
The game offers challenging puzzles requiring skillful planning, timing, and multitasking with clear feedback on…
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+5.0
64.0
The game is highly skill-based, requiring fast reflexes, hand-eye coordination, and pattern memorization with…
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+5.0
BIT.TRIP RUNNER
High skill requirement with precise timing, challenging levels, and punishing restart mechanics demand mastery and…
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+5.0
Chess Evolved Online
The game demands high skill in tactical thinking, army building, and adapting to complex piece abilities; players…
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+5.0
Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It’s About Time
The game is challenging with precise platforming, difficult collectibles, and demanding time trials that reward skill…
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+5.0
ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN
High skill ceiling with challenging bosses, demanding timing, and strategic play; players report satisfaction from…
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+5.0
Flight Of Nova
The game demands mastering complex flight physics, orbital rendezvous, and precision landings, providing strong skill…
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+5.0
Hell Let Loose
High skill ceiling with steep learning curve; players experience rewarding mastery of roles and mechanics.
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+5.0
Intrusion 2
High difficulty with challenging bosses and skill-based combat that rewards mastery and pattern recognition.
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+5.0
Lingo 2
The game offers challenging puzzles requiring skillful rule discovery, lateral thinking, and problem solving with…
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