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Competence
Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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Competence + Growth
A strong dose of competence and growth in the same game.
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XCOM® 2
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skillful tactical positioning, risk management, and…
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+5.0
Battle Brothers
High skill ceiling with complex tactical combat, character development, and resource management requiring mastery and…
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+5.0
Spiritfall
High skill ceiling with fluid combat, combo mastery, and rewarding progression; players feel effective and challenged.
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+5.0
4D Minesweeper
The game is highly challenging, requiring advanced logical reasoning and pattern recognition, with a steep learning…
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+5.0
Bombe
The game challenges players to develop complex logical rules and optimize them, providing clear feedback on rule…
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+5.0
Open Hexagon
High skill ceiling with challenging reflex-based gameplay and complex level mechanics.
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+5.0
ABI-DOS
High skill ceiling with challenging puzzles requiring logical thinking, optimization, and mastery of complex mechanics.
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+5.0
EZ2ON REBOOT : R
High skill ceiling with strict timing windows, challenging note patterns, and detailed feedback on performance.
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+5.0
GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
High skill ceiling with challenging combos, tutorials, and missions to improve player skill.
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+5.0
Snakebird
The game demands high skill in spatial reasoning and puzzle-solving with challenging levels that reward mastery and…
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+5.0
Flywrench
Game demands high skill, tight controls, and mastery of complex mechanics with immediate feedback and challenge…
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+5.0
From the Depths
High skill ceiling with complex engineering, physics, and AI programming challenges; players learn and improve over…
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+5.0
Normal Golf Game
The game features a steep learning curve with complex mechanics that reward skill mastery and provide continuous…
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+5.0
Racket: Nx
High skill ceiling with precise racket and ball physics, mastery curve, and challenging levels requiring practice and…
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+5.0
Tennis Elbow 2013
High skill ceiling with realistic physics and challenging gameplay requiring precise timing, positioning, and shot…
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+5.0
Card Shark
Game requires mastering complex, precise card tricks with timing, memory, and dexterity; clear skill progression and…
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+5.0
FIGHT KNIGHT
Combat is skill-based with timing, parrying, and strategy; players learn enemy patterns and improve over time.
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+5.0
Quake Live
High skill ceiling with emphasis on aiming, movement mechanics, and map control; players report steep learning curve…
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+5.0
Shady Knight
High skill ceiling with complex combos, challenging enemies, and ranking system rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
High skill ceiling with complex tactical gameplay, strategic positioning, and character progression requiring mastery.
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+5.0
eSail Sailing Simulator
Highly realistic sailing mechanics and detailed tutorials provide challenging skill development and mastery feedback.
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+5.0
Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, strategic planning, and challenging AI; players feel effective when…
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+5.0
Vagante
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skillful platforming, combat mastery, and strategic use…
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+5.0
Assetto Corsa Rally
High skill ceiling with challenging physics, requiring mastery of realistic driving and force feedback.
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