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you might want to try something like Hyper Light Drifter.

It takes some inspiration from the old zelda game and it is definitely a game where you need to get better in order to win.

You character gets a bit stronger has the game progresses : new capabilities like dash but mostly you get better at it.

It is extremely gratifying to win a tough boss fight because you have learned how to maneuver your character.