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The game has a steep learning curve, requires skillful management of limited skill uses, strategic planning, and mastery of complex mechanics.
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+4.0
Dreadhalls
Players learn enemy behaviors and mechanics to survive, requiring skill and adaptation.
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+4.0
SimplePlanes
The game requires skill and knowledge in aerodynamics and engineering to build effective flying or driving machines…
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+4.0
NBA 2K26
The game offers a challenging basketball simulation with skill-based shooting and strategic defense, rewarding player…
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+4.0
DCL - The Game
The game offers challenging flight mechanics and skill-based racing with feedback via leaderboards and time trials…
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+4.0
9 Days
Players need to master timing and mechanics to succeed, indicating a strong skill component.
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+4.0
Disc Golf Masters
Game offers skill-based throwing mechanics, mastering disc behavior, and challenging wind and terrain effects; some…
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+4.0
Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2
Game involves skillful deck building, strategic play, and overcoming opponents, with feedback from ranked matches and…
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+4.0
IS Defense
The game involves skillful aiming, timing of support calls, and strategic use of upgrades to survive increasingly…
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+4.0
Airport Madness: World Edition
Game is easy to learn but difficult to master, requiring skillful multitasking and quick decision-making to avoid…
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+4.0
F1® 24
The game offers challenging driving mechanics, skill-based handling, and strategic elements like ERS management and…
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+4.0
Forza Horizon 2
The game rewards skillful driving with points and perks; driving dynamics require finesse and mastery; rewind feature…
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+4.0
ReCharge RC: High Voltage
The game offers challenging physics-based driving that requires skill mastery and precise control, with leaderboards…
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+4.0
Monday Night Combat
The game requires skillful aiming, strategic turret placement, and team coordination; players receive feedback through…
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+4.0
Tricking 0
Steep learning curve with skill mastery required; players feel satisfaction from improving and nailing combos.
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+4.0
Rock Bottom
Game provides a satisfying sense of progression and skill improvement through upgrades and mining efficiency.
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+4.0
Mega Man X Legacy Collection
Games require skillful platforming, boss pattern mastery, and strategic weapon use; achievements encourage mastery.
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+4.0
Starship Troopers: Extermination
Game requires skillful teamwork, situational awareness, and mastery of class abilities and weapons to survive intense…
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+4.0
Train Sim World® 2020
The game involves complex train operation mechanics, realistic physics, and detailed controls that challenge player…
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+5.0
Tag Game
High skill ceiling with advanced parkour mechanics and strategic decision-making in tag and chase gameplay.
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+4.0
Last Z: Survival Shooter
The game rewards skillful play in shooter stages and strategic planning in base management, with a high skill ceiling…
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+4.0
Final Theory
Game requires skillful tactical combat and strategic planning with meaningful feedback and progression through ship…
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+4.0
HELLCARD: Prologue
Requires skillful deck management, tactical positioning, and strategic planning; players report a challenging but…
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+4.0
Airship: Kingdoms Adrift
The game offers complex ship customization, strategic combat, and economic management that require skill and learning…
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+5.0
Command Ops 2 Core Game
High skill and strategic planning required; steep learning curve with complex mechanics and realistic command…
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