Action Video Games92
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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Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
Action 2024
A sequel of a well-received title, combining elements of action adventure, RPGs and soulslikes. Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter has us play as Arlo who is the Warden of the Wastes. We explore cold northern regions, trying to deal with a new threat of the Dark Wings.
Maniac
Action 28 March 2024
A roguelike action game with an isometric view, inspired by the first two installments of the GTA series. Maniac is a Polish game in which we spread destruction in the city. Our characters can use various weapons and vehicles, including tanks stolen from the law.
Somber Echoes
Action 2024
A 2,5D metroidvania with platforming elements, set in a sci-fi world inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Somber Echoes takes place on board of the Atromitos spaceship that's overrun by monsters. We explore, climb and deal with enemies using a futuristic spear.
Sancticide
Action 2025
A Polish action slasher with a TPP camera, based on the world known from the books of the writer Michal Golkowski. In Sancticide we play as Ezechiel - a sin collector tasked with seeking and punishing sinners during the biblical Apocalypse.
Jump Ship
Action 2024 (early access since 2024)
A coop FPP shooter heavily inspired by Sea of Thieves, but with the action taking place in space. Jump Ship has us command the crew of the ship travelling the stars. We can explore new systems, attack other vessels and pick up various quests from the people we meet.
Whisper Mountain Outbreak
Action 2025
An action survival horror game, using an isometric view and focused on online coop gameplay. Whisper Mountain Outbreak is about eliminating waves of enemies, solving puzzles, searching for clues and ultimately escaping from the Mount Bisik where the action takes place.
Stygian: Outer Gods
Action 2025
An FPP survival horror with RPG elements, set in the Cthulhu mythology. Stygian: Outer Gods is a prequel to Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones from 2019. We play as a mercenary who explores the foggy town of Kingsport and faces nightmares relying on various weaponry.
Echo Point Nova
Action 2025
A parkour FPS from the authors of Severed Steel, in which we dynamically explore an open world. Echo Point Nova features spectacular fights with enemy mercenaries using various weapons. The game can be played in singleplayer or online in coop mode.
Slavania
Action 14 March 2024
A 2D platformer metroidvania, set in a fantasy world taking inspirations from the Slavic mythology. Slavania has us play a hero equipped with a spear used both for combat and exploration. Bosses were prepared in a unique way, because they hunt us instead of staying in one spot.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Action 2024
A refreshed version of the renowned 3D platformer from 2010, created by Warren Spector (Deus Ex). The most unique feature of Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is the option to use magical brush and other painting tools to create or remove things from the game's world.
Zombie Army VR
Action 2024
An FPS designed for virtual reality headsets, belonging to a series of Sniper Elite spin-offs. Zombie Army VR is set in an alternative version of WW2 Europe. We play as an elite Deadhunter, dealing with hordes of the living dead. We can play solo or in co-op mode.
Eternal Strands
Action 2025
A TPP action adventure from Mike Laidlaw - person behind the Dragon Age series. Eternal Strands offers mechanics inspired by The Legend of Zelda and Shadows of the Colossus games, including having magical powers relying on physics and being able to climb huge enemies.
Raw Metal
Action 19 March 2024
An unusual combination of a stealth game, a third person beat'em up and a dungeon crawler. Raw Metal offers a sci-fi world in which we explore the mining complex called Katabase 6. Our character steals various items and learns the secrets of the hostile megacorporation.
Arksync
Action 21 March 2024
A 2D platformer primarily focused on using weapons in combat, enriched with roguelike elements. Arksync offers a sci-fi setting and the action takes place on the Deimos moon. We have to face mechanical armies of opponents, controlling a fast moving battle droid.
Saviorless
Action 02 April 2024
A platformer with hand drawn 2D graphics, created in Cuba. Saviorless offers 3 playable characters (young Antar, avatar named The Savior and a hunter Nento), each with their own abilities and moves. The game features combat, exploration and occasional puzzles.
Silent Line: Armored Core
Action 15 July 2003
A standalone expansion to Armored Core 3 and its direct sequel. Silent Line: Armored Core has us play as a mech pilot investigating a mysterious region, every recon team sent out to which disappears.
Shadowman: Darque Legacy
Action 2024
Shadowman: Darque Legacy is an action adventure game based on an American comic book series published by Valiant. The playable character can travel between the worlds of the living and the dead, using this power in combat and during puzzles.
Resident Evil 4: The Mercenaries
Action 07 April 2023
The Mercenaries is a free expansion to the survival horror game Resident Evil 4. It introduces a new game mode revolving around combat, killing enemies quickly and achieving high scores.
Liberte
Action 23 May 2023
A hack'n'slash with roguelike elements, inspired by the French Revolution and body horror. In Liberte we play as Rene, ordered to find a new ruler by the interdimensional Lady Bliss.
Death or Treat
Action 11 May 2023
An action platformer with RPG and roguelike elements. In Death or Treat we play as Scary, facing hordes of enemies to save the spirit of Halloween as well as the entire town of HallowTown.
Gal Guardians: Demon Purge
Action 23 February 2023
An action adventure platformer metroidvania. In Grim Guardians: Demon Purge we play as demon hunters, traversing a dark castle and eliminating forces of evil.
TEVI
Action 30 November 2023
A side-scrolling action platformer metroidvania. In TEVI the player traverses a dangerous fantasy world.
Battle Shapers
Action August 2024 (early access since 03 October 2023)
A dynamic FPS with roguelike elements, tasking the player with fighting their way through robotic hordes. The main protagonist of Battle Shapers must defeat the tyrannical rulers of New Elysium, who brought it to the brink of ruin.