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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
The White Laboratory
Strong emphasis on trying new designs, testing physics, and experimenting with different tower and unit configurations.
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+5.0
Cortex Command
High experimentation encouraged through modding, testing new weapons, factions, and physics interactions.
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+5.0
Dragonkin: The Banished
Strong emphasis on experimenting with skill combinations, builds, and pet abilities; players enjoy tinkering with the…
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+5.0
Else Heart.Break()
Core gameplay revolves around experimenting with code and hacking to discover new possibilities.
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+5.0
KitHack Model Club
The game encourages experimentation with vehicle designs, physics, and scenario creation.
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+5.0
FortressCraft Evolved!
Players frequently experiment with base designs, automation setups, and strategies to optimize performance.
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+5.0
Uninitialized
Game design encourages experimenting with different builds, loadouts, and strategies to meet varied mission objectives.
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+4.0
Super Mario Galaxy
Encourages trying new mechanics, exploring novel gravity effects, and using various power-ups in diverse ways.
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+5.0
Morsels
Strong emphasis on trial-and-error learning, discovering mechanics, and figuring out game systems without handholding.
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+5.0
Mech Engineer
Experimentation and tinkering with mech builds, weapon tuning, and reactor designs are core to gameplay.
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+5.0
Dungeon Drafters
Strong emphasis on trying new card combos, deck archetypes, and strategies to overcome challenges and puzzles.
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+5.0
BREAK ARTS II
Strong emphasis on trying new mech builds, testing different parts and strategies, and experimenting with racing…
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+5.0
Godslayer Arena
High encouragement for trying new builds, synergies, and adapting to RNG-driven options.
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+5.0
Gratuitous Space Battles
Strong emphasis on experimenting with ship designs, tactics, and fleet compositions to find optimal strategies.
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+5.0
Homebrew - Patent Unknown
Encouraged to try new designs, test physics, and experiment with logic and vehicle functions extensively.
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+5.0
Space Empires V
Players encouraged to experiment with ship designs, strategies, and mods to find optimal approaches.
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+5.0
Incredipede
Game encourages trying new creature designs, experimenting with physics, and creating custom levels.
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+5.0
Never Return
Free respecs and diverse skill trees encourage trying new builds and strategies.
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+5.0
Idle Land of Exile
Strong emphasis on experimenting with builds, skill trees, and equipment synergies.
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+5.0
Sea of Craft
Strong emphasis on experimenting with ship designs, physics, and controls; players tinker extensively.
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+5.0
Alchemist's Awakening
Strong emphasis on experimenting with element combinations, building shapes, and spell creation.
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+5.0
Ryzom
The game rewards trying new skill combinations, crafting recipes, and exploring different playstyles extensively.
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+4.0
Left 4 Dead 2
Players experiment with mods, new strategies, and different game modes; game encourages trying new content.
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+4.0
Stardew Valley
Players explore different farming strategies, relationships, and game mechanics; modding adds further experimentation.
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