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Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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+5.0
東方実在相 ~ Dream Logical World
High difficulty with complex bullet patterns requiring memorization, skillful dodging, and mastery of unique mechanics…
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+5.0
First Class Escape 2: Head in the Clouds
The game features challenging, complex puzzles requiring logical thinking, deduction, and problem-solving skills, with…
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+5.0
Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery
Gameplay is challenging with a steep difficulty curve, requiring strategic thinking, resource management, and skillful…
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+5.0
Wizardry 7: Crusaders of the Dark Savant
Extremely challenging gameplay requiring mastery of complex systems, strategic combat, and puzzle solving
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+5.0
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
The game is challenging with precise platforming, boss fights, and puzzle elements requiring skill and mastery.
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+5.0
Stoneshard
Game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skillful play and rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
Combat Mission Shock Force 2
The game demands skillful tactical thinking, learning complex mechanics, and overcoming challenging AI, providing…
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+5.0
Hearts of Iron III
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, micromanagement, and strategic planning required to be effective.
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+5.0
Oniken: Unstoppable Edition
High difficulty requiring skill, memorization, and mastery of patterns; players feel effective as they improve.
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+5.0
Conduct DELUXE!
The game is challenging with a steep difficulty curve, requiring skillful multitasking, timing, and strategic planning…
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+5.0
FOUNTAINS
Combat is challenging and skill-based, requiring learning boss patterns and precise timing, with satisfying feedback on…
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+5.0
Gridiron
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics such as aiming throws, catching, blocking, and teamwork; players report…
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+5.0
RESONANCE OF FATE™/END OF ETERNITY™ 4K/HD EDITION
The game features a complex, strategic combat system with a steep learning curve and rewarding mastery, demanding skill…
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+5.0
A Bastard's Tale
High skill ceiling with challenging combat requiring precise timing, reflexes, and pattern recognition; players improve…
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+5.0
Dropzone
High skill ceiling with multitasking control of three rigs, micro-management, and strategic decision-making emphasized.
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+5.0
Occupy Mars: Prologue (2020)
The game challenges players with complex survival mechanics, technical problem solving, and resource management…
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+5.0
Penarium
High difficulty platforming requiring quick reflexes, skillful timing, and mastery of traps; players report feeling…
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+5.0
Wings of Vi
Game demands high skill, precision, and mastery of mechanics; players repeatedly practice and improve to overcome…
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+5.0
Driving Is Hard
The game is highly skill-based with challenging physics and platforming requiring mastery and precision.
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+5.0
PsiloSybil
Game demands high skill, precise timing, and mastery of mechanics; players report hundreds of deaths per level and…
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+5.0
DarkMaus
High skill ceiling with challenging combat, precise timing, and strategic stamina management; players feel rewarded for…
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+5.0
Piggy Poggy Pog
The game is highly challenging with precise platforming, punishing difficulty, and requires mastery of complex…
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+5.0
Redie
The game demands high skill, precision aiming, fast reflexes, and tactical thinking, with punishing difficulty and…
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+5.0
Dungeon Escape
The game is highly skill-based with challenging levels that require mastery of precise controls and timing.
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