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Competence
Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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Competence + Thrill
A strong dose of competence and thrill in the same game.
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BARRIER X
The game is highly challenging, requiring fast reflexes and skill mastery, with players reporting a steep learning…
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+5.0
Tormentor❌Punisher
High skill ceiling with challenging bosses, trick shots, and mastery of mechanics required.
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+5.0
BUTCHER
The game is highly skill-based with challenging enemies, precise aiming, and fast-paced platforming demanding mastery…
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+5.0
Catacomb Kids
High skill ceiling with challenging combat, platforming, and strategic use of environment; players improve through…
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+5.0
Final Sentence
Strong emphasis on skillful typing, accuracy, and speed with immediate feedback and high skill ceiling.
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+5.0
Tin Can
High skill and learning curve; players improve by mastering complex system troubleshooting and fast decision-making.
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+5.0
Returnal™
The game is challenging and skill-based, requiring mastery of fast-paced combat, dodging, and strategic use of weapons…
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+5.0
Meridian 59
Game is challenging with skill-based progression, harsh death penalties, and requires mastery of complex PvP and PvE…
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+5.0
Redout 2
High skill ceiling with complex controls, boost and health management, and track memorization required to excel.
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+5.0
Hunt: Showdown 1896
High skill ceiling with rewarding gunplay, tactical fights, and steep learning curve requiring mastery.
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+5.0
Receiver
High skill ceiling with complex gun mechanics and challenging enemies requiring precise execution.
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+5.0
Dungeon Peplum
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, challenging gameplay requiring reflexes, rhythm, and mastery; players improve over…
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+5.0
DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods Expansion Pack
The DLC is highly challenging, requiring mastery of complex combat mechanics and quick decision-making, with frequent…
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+5.0
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 2
Steep learning curve with challenging physics and AI; players improve through practice and skill mastery.
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+5.0
Quake Champions
High skill ceiling with emphasis on aiming, movement mastery, map knowledge, and strategic play; players report…
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+5.0
Phantom Abyss
High skill ceiling with challenging platforming, trap avoidance, and mastery of whip mechanics; players receive clear…
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+5.0
StarBreak
High skill ceiling with challenging bosses, tight controls, and permadeath requiring mastery of mechanics and enemy…
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+5.0
UBERMOSH Vol.7
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, reflex-driven gameplay requiring precision, quick reactions, and mastery of…
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+5.0
TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3
Steep learning curve with realistic physics that reward skill mastery and precise control; players report satisfaction…
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+5.0
Alpha Response
High skill ceiling with punishing mechanics, requiring mastery of tactics, aiming, and team coordination; players…
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+5.0
Haunted Lands
The game is highly challenging, requiring skill mastery, pattern memorization, and precise execution; players receive…
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+5.0
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge
High skill ceiling with challenging physics and realistic bike handling requiring practice and mastery; players report…
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+5.0
LASERS
The game is highly skill-based with a steep learning curve, requiring mastery of timing, reflexes, and pattern…
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+5.0
Rogue's Tale
High skill ceiling with learning mechanics, tactics, and overcoming punishing challenges; player effectiveness grows…
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