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Experimenting
Trying new things (e.g. exploring mechanics, tinkering)
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Focused on experimenting
Games where experimenting stands out from the other motivations.
Explore play styles & combinations ↓+5 Experimenting affinity
Review scores are shown out of 100
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+4.0
Mage Arena
Players experiment with spells, accents, crafting, and new strategies frequently.
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+4.0
Mandate Of Heaven
Multiple branching choices and endings encourage players to try new options and explore alternate storylines.
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+4.0
Master Key
The game rewards trying new things, exploring mechanics, and figuring out puzzles without explicit instructions.
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+4.0
Men of War: Assault Squad 2
Players experiment with unit control, tactics, and mod content; game supports diverse strategies and approaches.
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+4.0
Nexus 5X
Players try different factions, leaders, and strategies; game encourages learning and adapting to mechanics.
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+4.0
Oblivion Override
Encouraged to try different builds, weapons, mechas, and upgrade synergies; experimentation is a core part of gameplay.
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+4.0
Pronty
Players try different combat builds, explore optional areas, and experiment with abilities and strategies.
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+4.0
Receiver 2
Players explore complex firearm mechanics, malfunctions, and tactical approaches, encouraging experimentation.
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+4.0
Requiem of Reuinis
Players experiment with different builds, gear, and strategies to optimize dungeon progression.
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+4.0
REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
Players experiment with rotation, routes, and scoring strategies to optimize performance.
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+4.0
Ring of Pain
Players try new builds, item synergies, and strategies to overcome challenges.
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+4.0
SaGa Frontier Remastered
Game encourages trying different characters, combos, skills, and strategies; players report extensive experimentation.
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+4.0
SchoolBoy Runaway
Multiple endings and strategies encourage players to try new approaches and explore game mechanics.
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+4.0
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
Game encourages trying different character combinations and tactics, fostering exploration of mechanics.
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+4.0
Solar 2
Players experiment with different system configurations, physics options, and strategies.
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+4.0
Sonny Legacy Collection
Players try different classes, builds, and strategies, including challenging modes and achievement runs.
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+4.0
Splitgate
Players explore portal mechanics and new map strategies, continually learning and trying new approaches.
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+4.0
Splodey
The game encourages experimentation with movement angles, momentum chaining, and timing to optimize performance.
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+4.0
Stella Sora
Randomized perks and roguelike runs encourage players to try new strategies and builds each session.
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+4.0
Sunday Rivals
Players explore different playbooks, sliders, and custom leagues, experimenting with strategies and settings.
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+4.0
Sunset Motel: Prologue
Players explore different design options, management strategies, and game mechanics.
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+4.0
The Talos Principle: Reawakened
Encourages trying new puzzle solutions and experimenting with mechanics like recorder pause points.
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+4.0
TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III
Game encourages trying different shot types and strategies on the fly.
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+4.0
Trials of Mana
Players try different party combinations, class builds, and strategies; encourages replay and exploration.
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