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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 + Growth
A strong dose of autonomy and growth in the same game.
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+4.0
DarkMaus
Players can choose weapons, skills, and tactics freely; exploration and multiple paths encourage player-directed…
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+4.0
Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Players have freedom to choose character builds, playstyles, and multiple ways to solve quests, with meaningful choices…
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+4.0
English Country Tune
Players have freedom to choose puzzle worlds and approach puzzles with trial and error and experimentation, though some…
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+4.0
Idle Hacking: An Inaction RPG
Players have control over build choices, crafting, and strategic planning, despite the idle nature and lack of direct…
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+4.0
Legend of Mana
Players have freedom to place artifacts and build the world map in any order, affecting gameplay and exploration.
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+4.0
Moon Corona
Players have freedom to choose from many classes, customize decks, and build unique strategies.
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+4.0
OxyRail
Players have freedom to build, upgrade, and customize their train base and choose how to survive and explore.
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+4.0
Pumpkin Days
Players have freedom to choose starting town, customize character and house, set own pace, and decide which activities…
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+4.0
R.I.P. - Reincarnation Insurance Program
Players have freedom to choose characters, gear, and build synergies; multiple skill trees and loot customization allow…
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+4.0
Runeborn
Players have meaningful control over rune locking and build customization, allowing strategic decisions rather than…
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+4.0
SpellForce 3 Versus Edition
Players have control over hero abilities, unit composition, and strategic decisions with multiple factions and…
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+4.0
Starsand Island
Players have freedom to choose professions, build and decorate extensively, and progress at their own pace without…
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+4.0
Stygian: Outer Gods
Players can customize character stats and choose different skills and play styles, enabling personal decision-making…
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+4.0
Supermarket & Internet Cafe Simulator
Players have freedom to design layout, choose business focus, and manage operations with some automation options.
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+4.0
Sword Art Online Re: Hollow Fragment
Players can customize Kirito's appearance and choose weapons and fighting styles freely, with skill trees and combat…
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+4.0
The Crust
Players have significant control over base building, resource management, and strategic decisions including story…
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+4.0
The Surge 2
Players have freedom to customize characters, choose weapons, and build their own playstyle with implants and gear.
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+4.0
Tom Clancy’s The Division™
Players have freedom to customize characters, choose skills, and decide how to approach missions and combat, supporting…
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+4.0
Vertical Drop Heroes HD
Players choose from randomly generated characters with different attributes and can decide playstyle including pacifist…
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+4.0
Badlands Crew - Drive, Command, Conquer
Players have significant freedom to build and customize their battle wagon and choose routes and strategies, though…
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+4.0
Between Time: Escape Room
Players freely explore rooms and solve puzzles at their own pace with optional hints and no time limits.
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+4.0
Cartel Tycoon
Players have freedom to direct their own strategies, manage resources, and make decisions on logistics and diplomacy.
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+4.0
Dungeon Escape
Players have full control over precise movements and timing, requiring personal skill and decision-making to progress.
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+4.0
DungeonTop
Players choose hero, allegiance, and starting deck; tactical positioning and card play allow significant control over…
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