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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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+5.0
FORCED: Slightly Better Edition
The game is challenging with skill-based combat, puzzle solving, and requires mastery of mechanics and teamwork to…
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+5.0
Ostranauts
The game demands mastering difficult mechanics like Newtonian flight, ship repair, resource management, and social…
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+5.0
AQtion
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, precise shooting and advanced movement mechanics requiring mastery and rewarding…
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+5.0
Disc Jam
High skill ceiling with mechanics that reward mastery; players report learning curve and skill-based competition.
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+5.0
Gaia Project
The game is complex and challenging, requiring skillful resource management, strategic planning, and adaptation to…
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+5.0
Lugaru HD
High skill ceiling with challenging AI, timing-based combat, and mastery of reversals and combos required.
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+5.0
Netherworld Covenant
High skill ceiling with precise stamina management, parrying, dodging, and tactical combat requiring mastery.
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+5.0
Pokémon Champions
The game emphasizes skillful play and strategic thinking in competitive battles, rewarding mastery and tactical…
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+5.0
Simutrans
High complexity and depth with challenging logistics, economic management, and detailed transport chains requiring…
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+5.0
10 Second Ninja X
The game demands precise timing, skillful execution, and mastery of mechanics to achieve high star ratings.
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+5.0
A Walk in the Dark
The game is highly challenging, requiring precise timing and skillful platforming, with achievements rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection
The game is highly challenging, requiring skill mastery, learning enemy patterns, and precise execution to progress.
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+5.0
Freespace 2
The game features challenging dogfighting, tactical squad management, and skill-based combat requiring mastery of…
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+5.0
SaGa SCARLET GRACE: AMBITIONS™
Highly strategic and challenging turn-based combat system requiring skillful manipulation of turn order, resource…
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+5.0
Castle In The Darkness
High difficulty platforming and combat requiring skill, precision, and learning enemy patterns; frequent deaths but…
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+5.0
Fly Dangerous
High skill ceiling with challenging time trials, leaderboards, and nuanced Newtonian flight model demanding mastery.
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+5.0
Supreme Ruler Ultimate
The game requires mastering complex systems, managing detailed economic and military mechanics, and overcoming…
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+5.0
TDS - Tower Defense Strategy
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skillful strategy, resource management, and adaptation…
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+5.0
Mineirinho Director's Cut
High difficulty with challenging controls, platforming, and boss fights requiring skill and persistence.
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+5.0
Second Front
The game demands skillful tactical planning, understanding of complex mechanics, and overcoming challenging AI…
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+5.0
Tumblestone
The game offers challenging puzzles that require skill, planning, and quick execution, with a steep difficulty curve…
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+5.0
Defense Zone 3 Ultra HD
Game is highly challenging, requiring strategic thinking, skillful placement, and mastery of tower upgrades and…
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+5.0
STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Special Edition
High difficulty and skill requirement with complex controls, mission challenges, and rewarding gameplay.
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+5.0
Unsouled
High skill ceiling with complex combos, precise timing, and challenging bosses requiring mastery and practice.
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