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+4.0
Forgotten Mines
High skill ceiling with challenging tactical combat requiring precise positioning and resource management; learning…
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+4.0
Hexguardian
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve and requires skillful strategic planning and adaptation to RNG…
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+4.0
Inside the Backrooms
Challenging puzzles requiring significant brain usage and skillful avoidance of entities provide a strong sense of…
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+4.0
It came from space and ate our brains
Challenging gameplay requiring skillful shooting, movement, and resource management
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+4.0
Line War
Game requires strategic thinking and planning, with a learning curve and skill development in managing macro-level RTS…
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+4.0
Making History II: The War of the World
The game has a steep learning curve and requires skillful management of economy, military, and diplomacy to succeed.
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+4.0
Metal Gear Solid
The game challenges players with complex stealth mechanics, boss fights requiring understanding of gimmicks, and…
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+4.0
MicroWorks
Game tests player skill with fast-paced microgames requiring reaction, precision, and reading comprehension…
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+4.0
Net.Attack() - Code or Die!
The game challenges players to optimize complex node-based attack algorithms and master dodging hordes, rewarding…
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+4.0
Obduction
Puzzles require logical thinking and problem solving, offering satisfying challenges without being unfair.
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+4.0
Planetbase
Requires strategic planning and problem solving to balance resources and survive harsh planetary conditions
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+4.0
Plutocracy
The game involves complex economic and political mechanics requiring skillful management and strategic thinking.
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+4.0
Puzzle Pirates
The game features a variety of puzzles requiring skill and mastery, with performance directly impacting in-game success…
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+4.0
Ratchet & Clank
The game features skill-based combat, weapon upgrades, and puzzle-solving that challenge player effectiveness and…
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+4.0
Road Not Taken
Challenging puzzles requiring skillful planning and mastery of mechanics; difficulty ramps up significantly.
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+4.0
Runers
Challenging bullet hell combat with skill-based dodging and spell crafting; player progression through unlocking spells…
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+4.0
Sim Companies
The game involves complex economic calculations, strategic planning, and skillful market manipulation, providing…
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+4.0
SKIBIDI GYATROOMS
The game offers challenging boss fights and skill-based mechanics like click speed and dodging, requiring player skill…
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+4.0
Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot
The game involves skillful deck building, managing upgrades, and overcoming challenging levels with feedback on…
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+4.0
SUPER CRAZY RHYTHM CASTLE
The game offers challenging rhythm gameplay, especially on pro difficulty, with skill tests in multitasking and puzzle…
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+4.0
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
Combat is challenging and rewarding, with skillful timing, boss pattern learning, and equipment optimization required.
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+4.0
The Last Stand: Aftermath
Challenging combat with skillful gunplay and melee, requiring planning and adaptation to enemy types and resource…
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+4.0
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
Combat is challenging and requires strategic thinking, positioning, and synergy; players receive feedback and can…
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+4.0
Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Prophecy
The game offers skill trees, itemization, and character builds that reward mastery and strategic use of abilities…
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