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Feeling effective and skillful (e.g. overcoming challenges, mastering mechanics)
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High competence scores, with story at +0 or below.
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+5.0
Bombe
The game challenges players to develop complex logical rules and optimize them, providing clear feedback on rule…
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+5.0
Open Hexagon
High skill ceiling with challenging reflex-based gameplay and complex level mechanics.
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+5.0
Poosh XL
The game is challenging with a high skill ceiling; players strive to improve timing and strategy to overcome difficult…
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+5.0
ABI-DOS
High skill ceiling with challenging puzzles requiring logical thinking, optimization, and mastery of complex mechanics.
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+5.0
EZ2ON REBOOT : R
High skill ceiling with strict timing windows, challenging note patterns, and detailed feedback on performance.
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+5.0
Snakebird
The game demands high skill in spatial reasoning and puzzle-solving with challenging levels that reward mastery and…
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+5.0
From the Depths
High skill ceiling with complex engineering, physics, and AI programming challenges; players learn and improve over…
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+5.0
Racket: Nx
High skill ceiling with precise racket and ball physics, mastery curve, and challenging levels requiring practice and…
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+5.0
Tennis Elbow 2013
High skill ceiling with realistic physics and challenging gameplay requiring precise timing, positioning, and shot…
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+5.0
UFC 2009 Undisputed
The game features a steep learning curve with complex controls and mechanics rewarding skill mastery and strategic play.
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+5.0
Quake Live
High skill ceiling with emphasis on aiming, movement mechanics, and map control; players report steep learning curve…
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+5.0
Ratz Instagib
High skill ceiling with emphasis on precision aiming, reflexes, and movement mastery; players report improvement and…
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+5.0
ESCHATOS
High skill ceiling with emphasis on mastering enemy patterns, scoring mechanics, and weapon/shield balance; rewarding…
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+5.0
Shady Knight
High skill ceiling with complex combos, challenging enemies, and ranking system rewarding mastery.
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+5.0
Supaplex
The game is highly challenging, requiring skillful puzzle solving, precise timing, and repeated attempts to master…
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+5.0
Sokobond
The game requires skillful spatial reasoning and puzzle solving, with increasing difficulty and complex mechanics…
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+5.0
Earthion
The game offers a challenging skill-based experience with multiple difficulty levels, requiring mastery of enemy…
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+5.0
Slackers - Carts of Glory
High skill ceiling with challenging controls, mastery of drifting, and pursuit of platinum medals on time trials.
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+5.0
Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!!
The game is challenging with a steep learning curve, requiring skill mastery, fast reflexes, and multitasking to…
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+5.0
Hand Simulator
High skill ceiling with challenging controls; players spend hours mastering difficult mechanics like loading guns and…
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+5.0
Space Beast Terror Fright
High skill requirement with instant death mechanics, tactical use of turrets, doors, and upgrades; steep learning curve.
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+5.0
eSail Sailing Simulator
Highly realistic sailing mechanics and detailed tutorials provide challenging skill development and mastery feedback.
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+5.0
Find You
The game offers challenging puzzles requiring skill, timing, observation, and dexterity, with a high difficulty curve…
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+5.0
Assetto Corsa Rally
High skill ceiling with challenging physics, requiring mastery of realistic driving and force feedback.
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