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Competence
Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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Competence + Thrill
A strong dose of competence and thrill in the same game.
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+5.0
Disc Jam
High skill ceiling with mechanics that reward mastery; players report learning curve and skill-based competition.
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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
Lugaru HD
High skill ceiling with challenging AI, timing-based combat, and mastery of reversals and combos required.
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+5.0
Netherworld Covenant
High skill ceiling with precise stamina management, parrying, dodging, and tactical combat requiring mastery.
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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
10 Second Ninja X
The game demands precise timing, skillful execution, and mastery of mechanics to achieve high star ratings.
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+5.0
Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection
The game is highly challenging, requiring skill mastery, learning enemy patterns, and precise execution to progress.
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+5.0
Freespace 2
The game features challenging dogfighting, tactical squad management, and skill-based combat requiring mastery of…
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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
Castle In The Darkness
High difficulty platforming and combat requiring skill, precision, and learning enemy patterns; frequent deaths but…
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+5.0
Fly Dangerous
High skill ceiling with challenging time trials, leaderboards, and nuanced Newtonian flight model demanding mastery.
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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
Defense Zone 3 Ultra HD
Game is highly challenging, requiring strategic thinking, skillful placement, and mastery of tower upgrades and…
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+5.0
STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Special Edition
High difficulty and skill requirement with complex controls, mission challenges, and rewarding gameplay.
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+5.0
Untrusted
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, multiple abilities per role, and a steep learning curve demanding mastery…
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+5.0
Arena of Kings
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, tactical PvP requiring coordination and mastery.
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+5.0
Eldest Souls
Game is challenging with demanding boss fights requiring skill mastery and pattern learning.
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+5.0
VAIL
High skill ceiling with realistic gunplay, tactical gameplay, and competitive modes requiring significant brain usage…
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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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+4.0
Blood on the Clocktower
The game involves complex deduction, bluffing, and strategic use of abilities, requiring skillful social and logical…
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+5.0
ALTF42
Game is highly challenging, requiring skill mastery, timing, and repeated attempts to overcome difficult obstacles.
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+5.0
Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter
The game requires mastering complex instruments, multitasking, and tactical planning, providing a challenging…
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+5.0
R-Type Final 2
The game is challenging with a high skill ceiling, requiring mastery of enemy patterns, precise movements, and…
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