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Autonomy
Being in control of actions and decisions (e.g. freedom to play how you want)
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Autonomy + Strategy
A strong dose of autonomy and strategy in the same game.
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+4.0
Switchcars
Players freely choose and switch between vehicles on the fly, deciding strategies and routes dynamically.
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+4.0
The Solitaire Conspiracy
Players choose missions, crews, and strategies freely, with multiple modes and customization options.
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+4.0
War of the Human Tanks
Players can freely manufacture, modify, deploy, and alter formations of tanks before battle, showing control over their…
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+4.0
When Ski Lifts Go Wrong
Players have freedom to design ski lifts and ramps creatively, with sandbox and workshop modes enabling personal…
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+4.0
XF Extreme Formula
Players have freedom to choose vehicles, tracks, and can leave tutorials at will, indicating control over their…
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+4.0
ZDSimulator
Players have extensive control over train operations, troubleshooting, and scenario management, requiring self-directed…
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+4.0
Far Cry®
Players can choose different paths and approaches to missions, including stealth or direct combat, and use various…
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+4.0
A Few Quick Matches
Players have strong control over their actions with dash cancel mechanics and combo creativity, allowing personal…
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+4.0
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
Players have freedom to choose characters, supports, and playstyles with unique movesets and flow mechanics
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+4.0
CURE - A Hospital Simulator
Players have control over hospital layout, treatment choices, and gameplay style; some routine tasks but largely…
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+4.0
Dungeon's Legion
Players have significant control over dungeon layout, unit placement, research priorities, and resource allocation…
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+4.0
Fine Sweeper
Players can choose between classic mode and custom modes with adjustable board sizes and bomb counts, allowing personal…
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+4.0
Fireboy & Watergirl: Elements
Players control two characters with distinct abilities and can choose to play solo or cooperatively, allowing freedom…
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+4.0
Gargadusa's Tower
Players have significant control over guild management decisions, party composition, recruitment, and strategic…
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+4.0
Hell Clock
Players have freedom to experiment with builds, choose relics, skills, and adapt strategies on the fly.
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+4.0
Hyper Dash
Players have control over movement style combining joystick, teleportation dash, and rail grinding, allowing freedom in…
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+4.0
Outpost
Players have control over resource gathering, building placement, and upgrade choices, allowing freedom in playstyle…
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+4.0
Populous™: The Beginning
Players directly control the shaman and make strategic decisions, including terrain manipulation and spellcasting…
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+4.0
Sneaky Sneaky
Players have freedom to choose stealth or combat approaches, use items, and decide upgrade paths.
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+4.0
Sorcery! Parts 1 and 2
Players make meaningful choices that shape the story and character progression, with freedom to explore different paths…
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+4.0
Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation (1999)
The game features non-linear level design with backtracking and item combination, allowing players to explore and solve…
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+4.0
8 Ball Pool
Players freely choose tables, cues, and strategies; shot control and spin mechanics allow personal decision-making.
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+4.0
Arma Reforger
Players have significant control over their actions, including tactical decisions, roleplaying, and modding; the game…
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+4.0
Armello
Players can choose from multiple heroes, customize rings and amulets, and adapt strategies mid-game, showing high…
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