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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.

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Gluk'Oza: Action!
Gluk'Oza: Action!

Action 27 July 2007

A dynamic action game with a view of TPP, created by GFI Russia studio. The action takes place in a declining world, where we will have to lead a young heroine - Gluk'Oza. We must eradicate the most varied creatures and spitting by means of an arsenal consisting mainly of white weapons. Graphics and physical model look very good.

PC

E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy
E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy

Action 29 July 2011

Action game enriched with numerous elements known from RPG games. We need to manage equipment and use a system of skills and cyber implants. NPCs also play an important role, with which the player can convert using an extensive dialogue system.

PC

Kiki Kai World
Kiki Kai World

Action 15 January 2008

An action game in which we take control of an ice fairy named Sayuki. We go to the rescue of our beloved, fighting with monsters we meet along the way.

PS2

Monster Hunter 3 (tri-)
Monster Hunter 3 (tri-)

Action 20 April 2010

Monster Hunter 3 is the next installment of the action RPG series, where our task is to hunt monsters in the title. This is also the first game in the series available for the Nintendo console.

Wii3DS

Exhumed
Exhumed

Action 12 March 1996

The action of the game Powerslave (known in Europe as Exhumed) takes us to Egypt, specifically to the ancient city of Karnak, which was captured by the mysterious forces of evil. Many daredevils entered a valley forgotten by mankind to find out what is the cause of the terrifying events that took place shortly after the intervention of supernatural forces, but none of them returned....

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Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2
Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2

Action 04 September 2007

Continuation of the action game by Bandai Namco, based on the famous Japanese manga and anime series starring the teenage warrior Naruto. The plot of Uzumaki Chronicles 2 tells a completely new story, unknown so far to the fans of the series, in which the task of our protagonist is to defeat the ancient organization, coming back to life after many centuries of dormancy.

PS2

Alien Shooter: Fight for Life
Alien Shooter: Fight for Life

Action 14 June 2004

An add-on to the game Alien Shooter, supplementing the title with a new campaign, published in our country in the Polish language version.

PC

Brothers in Arms: Double Time
Brothers in Arms: Double Time

Action 23 September 2008

Brothers in Arms: Double Time is another version of the popular shooting. The action is shown from the perspective of the first person. As far as the area of the struggle is concerned, we take part in selected military actions that took place during the Second World War.

Wii

World War II Combat: Iwo Jima
World War II Combat: Iwo Jima

Action 20 June 2006

Another first person perspective title, referring to the events taking place during the Second World War. The Groove Games programmers, without being discouraged by the rather cool reception of World War II Combat: Road to Berlin, propose a campaign taking place in the Far East.

PC

Prince of Persia Trilogy
Prince of Persia Trilogy

Action 19 November 2010

Compilation of three parts of Ubisoft's bestselling Prince of Persia series, refreshed for the PlayStation 3 users. The package includes games released originally in 2003-2005: The Sands of Time, Warrior Within and The Two Thrones. The story of these productions, referred to as the new Prince of Persia trilogy, revolves around the mythical Sands of Time and the consequences that, as a result of their release, the main protagonist of the series is forced to face.

PS3

Dead meets Lead
Dead meets Lead

Action 03 May 2011

Arcade action game referring to the atmosphere of survival horror. In the 18th century, the captain and his crew are to clean the islands full of zombies and spitting, shortly after their discovery. After the loss of the crew as a result of the storm, he decides to deal with the impure forces by himself, using a sabre, a gun and the old Bible. Independent production by Keldyn Interactive studio.

PC

Tenchu: Time of the Assassins
Tenchu: Time of the Assassins

Action 23 June 2006

Tenchu: Time of the Assassins is the next installment of the series, launched in 1998 on the first generation PlayStation desktop platform. This time, developers from the Far East company From Software focused exclusively on the PlayStation Portable handheld console.

PSP

The Punisher: No Mercy
The Punisher: No Mercy

Action 02 July 2009

Punisher: No Mercy is an action game focused on online combat played in several available arenas. The Hungarian company Zen Studios is responsible for the next adaptation of the adventures of comic antihero Frank Castle (known to the world under the pseudonym The Punisher), who has also produced several arcade titles (e.g. Rocky & Bullwinkle, or Pinball FX).

PS3

Justice League Heroes
Justice League Heroes

Action 17 October 2006

Justice League Heroes is a hybrid of dynamic action and elements of the cRPG genre, based on popular comics and animated films from the cycle known in Poland as the League of the Righteous (or possibly the League of Justice). Among the seven main characters we lead in virtual reality, we see Superman, Batman and Flash, among others.

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Beyond Good & Evil 2
Beyond Good & Evil 2

Action TBA

A prequel to the iconic Beyond Good & Evil, developed by an Ubisoft's in-house studio led by Michel Ancel. The game takes players on a journey to a planetary system called System 3 – the center of intergalactic trade and the most wretched hive of piracy and illegal business. Players get at their disposal an enormous open world, comprising gigantic planets and moons; however, before exploring it, one has to create their own character.

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Scrapland
Scrapland

Action 04 November 2004

Expansion of the action game, which was developed by MercurySteam Entertainment development studio. During the game we play the role of a robot - D-Tritus, who arrives in Chimera, the capital of a huge asteroid called Scrapland.

PCXBOX

Rogue Warrior
Rogue Warrior

Action 27 November 2009

First-person shooter with stealth elements developed by Rebellion (the creators of the Aliens vs. Predator video game series). Rogue Warrior is set in the middle of the Cold War. The player assumes the role of Richard Marcinko, a famous Navy SEALs veteran, voiced by Mickey Rourke, an actor known from Sin City. The protagonist is sent to North Korea with a secret mission. Due to the nature of his task, the hero should try his best to keep low profile and eliminate enemies quietly.

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Clash of the Titans
Clash of the Titans

Action 28 May 2010

Clash of the Titans is an action game developed by the Japanese Game Republic studio and released by Namco Bandai. The plot of the production is directly related to the film of the same title, which debuted on the big screen in spring 2010.

X360PS3

Tenchu: Shadow Assassins
Tenchu: Shadow Assassins

Action 21 October 2008

The next part of the cycle about the adventures of ninja warriors prepared by the authors of the original Tenchu. Here we have a counterpoint over the two heroes known from previous editions - Rikimaru and Ayame.

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Crime Life: Gang Wars
Crime Life: Gang Wars

Action 11 November 2005

An action game in which events are shown from a third person's perspective. We play the role of a young gang member with great ambitions. Fun comes down to spectacular fights. As we move forward, we unlock newer and newer blows and combos, which allow us to deal with our rivals even faster. During the fight we can also use various weapons.

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Call of Duty 2: Big Red One
Call of Duty 2: Big Red One

Action 01 November 2005

An alternative version of Call of Duty 2 - a first-person shooter developed by Treyarch for PC and Xbox 360. Big Red One was created exclusively for the PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube consoles. Similar to the original Call of Duty 2, the story here is set during the Second World War, but focuses only on the actions of a single American infantry unit. The player assumes the role of the squad leader, who coordinates the actions of his subordinates.

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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.

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Happy Tree Friends: False Alarm
Happy Tree Friends: False Alarm

Action 23 June 2008

Happy Tree Friends: False Alarm is a game based on the popular animated series produced by Mondo Mini Shows. Its publisher is Sega, which commissioned a development studio Stainless Games, known for its series of brutal racing games Carmageddon.

PCX360

Knights Contract
Knights Contract

Action 22 February 2011

An action game released by Namco Bandai that allows you to explore the world of witch hunting. The creators combined arcade elements in the form of a dynamic system of fighting with light aspects of adventure in the form of occasional puzzles. The main character is immortal and the difficulty of the game results from the need to protect his mortal companion.

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