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Action games. Wide category of games that require reflex, accuracy and agility. It includes, among other things, shooters (e.g. Call of Duty and Battlefield series) and action-adventure games (Tomb Raider). First and third person perspective (FPP/TPP) is used. In most cases we are playing as a character who has to defeat some enemies and reach a specific point. We can use a wide range of weapons, including pistols, rocket launchers, swords, knives and like. Action-adventure is a particular category within action games genre. Such titles put less emphasis on action and combat, focusing more on story, exploration and puzzles. more

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Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon 2
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon 2

Action 22 March 2005

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon 2 is the second installment of a series of tactical shootouts signed with the name of a well-known American writer. The action of the game was set in North Korea, where the title unit - the ghost - is sent to. Commanding soldiers of the elite unit, the player is to eliminate the forces of the Korean general, which threaten stability in this part of the world.

The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction
The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction

Action 23 August 2005

The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction is another action game based on the popular Marvel comic, which was prepared as usual by Radical Entertainment studio. The main character of the program is Bruce Banner, a scientific genius who, under the influence of increased aggression, turns into a strong but not very intelligent creature.

Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble
Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble

Action 18 November 2005

Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble is another part of the famous series of two-dimensional action games that started in 2003 and has gained a lot of enthusiasts around the globe thanks to its unconventionality. This product is based in a sense on a Japanese animated series under the sign VJ.

Ultimate Spider-Man
Ultimate Spider-Man

Action 22 September 2005

Another entry in a video game series, developed by Activision, aimed at fans of Spider-Man. Unlike the previous two games, Ultimate Spider-Man is not based on the movie series directed by Sam Raimi. Instead, the game is based entirely on the comic book under the same name, which is a modernized version of Peter Parker's early years as a superhero.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Action 09 December 2003

The first adventure game based on the best-selling novel written by J.K. Rowling about a young wizard – Harry Potter. The main protagonist is trying to develop his magical potential in Hogwarts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

True Crime: Streets of L.A.
True Crime: Streets of L.A.

Action 03 November 2003

A dynamic action game with numerous car chases, shootouts and melee battles, inspired by Hong Kong-style karate films. By many players it is called the Far East equivalent of GTA: Vice City.

Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death
Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death

Action 12 December 2003

Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death is a Rebellion studio-produced first person shooter with comic heros in the lead role. The action of the game is set in the futuristic metropolis of Mega-City One. The player takes on the role of the title police officer who, without disguise, tries to stop all criminals.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell

Action 05 June 2003

A third-person stealth action game by Ubisoft Montreal, inspired by the works of the famous Tom Clancy and the NetForce novel series. We assume the role of Sam Fisher, a federal agent and an operative of a secret unit within NSA (National Security Agency). The protagonist's task is to perform missions given to him by the agency, usually involving elimination of incredibly dangerous enemies, destroying documents, or infiltrating secret installations.

Call of Duty: Finest Hour
Call of Duty: Finest Hour

Action 16 November 2004

A first-person shooter that takes place during the World War II. The game was developed by Spark Unlimited and published by Activision. Call of Duty: Finest Hour is a console version of the PC title Call of Duty that was created by Infinity Ward. It’s not a typical port but a sort of expansion that offers modified plot. The game contains six interweaving stories during which the player assumes the role of three soldiers of allied countries: USA, Great Britain and Soviet Union.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory

Action 25 March 2005

The third installment in the popular third-person stealth action game series starring special agent Sam Fisher. The game is set in the near future, where a conflict between North Korea and Japan escalates, unintentionally fanned by the United States. This is when our unfailing protagonist steps into action. His task is to reconcile the interests of all countries involved in the conflict.

Rampage: Total Destruction
Rampage: Total Destruction

Action 24 April 2006

Rampage: Total Destrustion is a dynamic action game, produced and released by Midway. It offers players fresh quality of classic arcade production.

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy
The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy

Action 26 September 2006

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy is a ruthless virtual fight from Midway Games studio. The game was created on the basis of a television animated series of the same name (the Polish title is: Dark Adventures of Billy and Mandy), aired by Cartoon Network and created by Maxwell Atoms.

LEGO Star Wars
LEGO Star Wars

Action 25 October 2005

Another production of Traveller's Tales, a band known for its successful games, such as the "Traveller's Tales" and the "Traveller's Tales": Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex, Finding Nemo, or Crash Twinsanity. This time the studio took care of presenting the adventures of the heroes of Star Wars as block figures.

Tom & Jerry: War of the Whiskers
Tom & Jerry: War of the Whiskers

Action canceled

Tom and Jerry: War of the Whiskers is another skillful fight in which the main roles are played by the well-known (mainly younger viewers) from MGM animated series, Tom and Jerry's cat and mouse, as well as their friends, such as Spike or Tyke. It should be noted, however, that despite its cartoon character, the game received the category T (Teen) because of the elements of violence.

X-Men: The Official Game
X-Men: The Official Game

Action 16 May 2006

Action game prepared in parallel with a movie entitled X-Men: The Last Stand. However, it is not based on the plot of the film, but is a kind of bridge between the second and third part of full-length screenings telling the story of the X-Men's feats.

Smuggler's Run: Warzones
Smuggler's Run: Warzones

Action 08 August 2002

The next installment of the famous action game, this time on the Gamecube console. We play the role of a driver transporting illegal goods. Missions are played on very diverse and at the same time extensive maps.

Zoids: Battle Legends
Zoids: Battle Legends

Action 10 September 2004

Quite unusual action game in which we take control over one of several different mosses. You can modify your machine at will to make it more effective in combat.

Dead to Rights
Dead to Rights

Action 25 November 2002

Dead to Rights is a dynamic Third-Person View (TPP) action game. The main character, Jack Slate, a hard clay from Grant City, is accused of a crime he did not commit. Together with his faithful dog companion, a former policeman declares war on a criminal half-world. Developers from Bitmap Brothers studio were clearly inspired by the comic character of Punisher.

Sonic Gems Collection
Sonic Gems Collection

Action 16 August 2005

Who of us does not know Sonic? This blue-skinned hedgehog has already hunted down the hearts of crowds of consoles (though not only), gaining popularity all over the world. The Sonic Gems Collection consists of the most popular titles in which Sonic has appeared.

Mission: Impossible - Operation Surma
Mission: Impossible - Operation Surma

Action 23 March 2004

Action game maintained in stealth climates. This means that the main character should remain hidden. The game refers to famous cinema productions. As Ethan Hunt, we carry out a series of dangerous missions in enemy territory.

Serious Sam: Next Encounter
Serious Sam: Next Encounter

Action 12 April 2004

Serious Sam: Next Encounter in a straight line continues one of the most colorful, de-pinked, yet incredibly playable positions. The publisher of this item is Global Star Software.

Bad Boys II
Bad Boys II

Action 20 August 2004

A virtual adaptation of a cinematic image under the same title, with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in the leading roles. During the actual game, we lead one of the two main heroes policemen from a drug squad in the U.S. city of Miami.

Gun
Gun

Action 08 November 2005

An open-world action game developed by Neversoft Entertainment, the studio known from the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater series. Gun takes us to the American Frontier in XIX century and sees us assume control of Colton White – a young cowboy searching for his real family, following the tragic death of his foster father. The game offers an extensive world consisting of vast wastelands, as well as small towns and Indian settlements.

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon

Action 11 February 2003

Another tactical action game promoted by Tom Clancy's name. This time its heroes are members of the elite unit of soldiers "The Ghosts", who can be found everywhere where there is armed conflict.