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Experimenting
Trying new things (e.g. exploring mechanics, tinkering)
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Experimenting + Creativity
A strong dose of experimenting and creativity in the same game.
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+5.0
Pokémon Infinite Fusion
The fusion system encourages constant experimentation with new combinations and strategies.
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+5.0
Super Mario Odyssey
Encourages trying new moves, capturing different creatures, and exploring varied environments with novel mechanics.
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+5.0
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Encourages trying new power-ups, mechanics, and approaches with each level offering fresh experiences.
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+5.0
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Encourages trying new badges, exploring alternate routes, and experiencing diverse Wonder Flower effects that alter…
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+5.0
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Experimentation is central, with players encouraged to try new combinations and approaches using the game’s physics and…
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+5.0
Astro Bot
Constant introduction of new mechanics and power-ups encourages experimentation and discovery.
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+5.0
Super Mario 3D World
Encourages trying new mechanics, power-ups, and strategies with each level introducing fresh concepts.
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+5.0
Portal
The gameplay encourages trial and error, testing new portal placements and puzzle solutions.
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+5.0
Garry's Mod
Strong emphasis on exploring new mods, game modes, and creative possibilities.
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+5.0
RimWorld
Players frequently try new strategies, mods, scenarios, and mechanics, exploring game limits and diverse playstyles.
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+5.0
BeamNG.drive
The game encourages extensive experimentation with vehicle physics, crashes, mods, and scenarios.
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+5.0
Factorio
Players frequently experiment with new layouts, technologies, and mods to optimize and expand.
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+5.0
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
Game rewards experimentation with items, synergies, and strategies; discovery is a core part of the experience.
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+5.0
Totally Accurate Battle Simulator
Encourages trying new unit combinations, strategies, and creative experiments with physics and mods.
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+5.0
Dishonored
Encourages trying different powers, routes, and playstyles across multiple playthroughs.
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+5.0
Oxygen Not Included
Players experiment with mechanics, layouts, and strategies to optimize colony survival.
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+5.0
People Playground
Experimentation with physics, weapons, and contraptions is a central and encouraged activity.
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+5.0
It Takes Two
Frequent introduction of new gameplay mechanics and puzzles encourages experimentation and discovery.
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+5.0
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
Encourages trying new builds, skills, and strategies; players experiment extensively.
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+5.0
Inscryption
The game encourages trying new strategies, exploring mechanics, and discovering secrets, with constant gameplay…
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+5.0
Project Zomboid
Players experiment with different strategies, skills, character builds, and sandbox settings to explore varied gameplay.
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+5.0
Kerbal Space Program
Strong emphasis on trial and error, testing new designs, and learning from failure.
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+5.0
Split Fiction
Game constantly introduces new mechanics and gameplay styles, encouraging players to explore and adapt.
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+5.0
Kenshi
The game encourages trying different strategies, roles, and emergent gameplay without fixed paths.
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