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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
Evil Egg
High skill ceiling with fast-paced, chaotic gameplay requiring quick reflexes, pattern recognition, and mastery of…
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+5.0
Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
High skill ceiling with challenging bullet patterns requiring precision, memorization, and mastery of mechanics.
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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
Akane
High skill ceiling with one-hit deaths; requires precise timing, positioning, and mastery of mechanics.
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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
Original War
The game demands skillful management of limited unique units, strategic planning, and adaptation to changing mission…
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+5.0
Touhou Fantasia / 东方梦想曲
High skill ceiling with challenging bullet patterns requiring pattern memorization and hand-eye coordination
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+5.0
CICADAMATA"
High skill ceiling with emphasis on mastering movement, shooting, and optimizing routes for high scores and ranks.
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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
Reentry - A Space Flight Simulator
High skill and knowledge required to master complex spacecraft systems and missions.
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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
XENOTILT: HOSTILE PINBALL ACTION
High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, requiring mastery of ball control, multitasking, and strategic use of…
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+5.0
Human Resource Machine
The game challenges players with increasingly complex programming puzzles requiring skill, logical thinking, and…
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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
UBERMOSH
High skill requirement with fast-paced action, reflex challenges, and mastery of sword and gun 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
Aero GPX
High skill ceiling, challenging AI, advanced mechanics like drill diving and hyper sliding require mastery and provide…
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