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Competence
Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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A strong dose of competence and thrill in the same game.
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+5.0
N++ (NPLUSPLUS)
The game is highly skill-based with precise controls and a steep learning curve, rewarding mastery and persistence.
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+5.0
Haste
High skill ceiling with challenging speed-based platforming, precise landings, and boss fights requiring mastery.
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+5.0
HELLDIVERS™ Dive Harder Edition
High skill ceiling with challenging missions, precise aiming, strategic use of equipment, and friendly fire requiring…
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+5.0
ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3
High skill ceiling with complex combos, execution difficulty, and rewarding mastery; players report significant…
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+5.0
BLUE REVOLVER
The game demands skillful dodging, pattern memorization, and mastery of scoring mechanics; players receive clear…
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+5.0
Card Survival: Tropical Island
The game is challenging and requires skillful management of complex survival systems, rewarding mastery and strategic…
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+5.0
Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics such as cover usage, unit veterancy, and tactical positioning requiring…
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+5.0
Kill The Crows
High skill ceiling with one-hit kills requiring precise aiming, timing, and mastery of mechanics; players improve…
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+5.0
Last Command
The game offers challenging boss fights requiring skill, pattern recognition, and mastery of unique mechanics, with a…
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+5.0
The End Is Nigh
The game demands precise platforming skills, tight controls, and overcoming difficult challenges with immediate…
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+5.0
Turbo Overkill
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, challenging combat requiring precise movement and weapon mastery.
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+5.0
Until You Fall
High skill ceiling with challenging combat, requiring learning enemy patterns, timing blocks, dodges, and combos.
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+5.0
BallisticNG
High skill ceiling with challenging tracks, difficult AI, and rewarding mastery; players report steep learning curve…
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+5.0
Dota 2
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics and constant learning; players strive to improve and master gameplay.
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+5.0
Parking Garage Rally Circuit
High skill ceiling with challenging drifting mechanics, leaderboard competition, and mastery of physics-based controls.
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+5.0
Rocket Boots Mania
The game demands skill mastery, precision, and continuous improvement to achieve better times and rankings.
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+5.0
DoDonPachi Resurrection
The game demands high skill, precision, and mastery of complex scoring systems; players report a steep learning curve…
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+5.0
SEUM: Speedrunners from Hell
High skill ceiling with challenging platforming, precise timing, and leaderboard competition requiring mastery.
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+5.0
Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
The game is known for its extreme difficulty, requiring mastery of bullet patterns, precise dodging, and strategic bomb…
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+5.0
ZeroRanger
High skill ceiling with challenging bosses and stages; rewards mastery and improvement; scoring and combo systems…
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+5.0
The Last Spell
The game is challenging and rewards skillful play, strategic thinking, and mastery of complex mechanics.
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+5.0
Ultra Street Fighter® IV
High skill ceiling with complex combos, frame-perfect inputs, and continuous learning; players experience gradual…
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+5.0
Selaco
Challenging AI requiring tactical skill and precise shooting; combat is rewarding and demands mastery.
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+5.0
Ys: The Oath in Felghana
The game is highly challenging, especially boss fights requiring skill mastery, pattern recognition, and precise…
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