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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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The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath

Action 07 November 2023

A third-person action game with RPG and roguelike element. The Awakener: Forgotten Oath has us playing as heroes traversing a dark fantasy land, dispatching hordes of enemies along the way.

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Rubber Royale
Rubber Royale

Action September 2024

A wacky third-person battle royale. Rubber Royale has us playing as clumsy rubber characters, battling each other during various competitions.

PC

Wizordum
Wizordum

Action 2024 (early access since 29 November 2023)

Wizordum is a fantasy retro FPS reminiscent of mid 1990s games. The player must traverse vast stages, solve puzzles and fight hordes of enemies, using many different spells and magical items.

PC

Modern Warships
Modern Warships

Action 13 May 2021

A free-to-play multiplayer action game. Modern Warships has us control ships, planes and helicopters, taking part in naval combat against other players. The game features high-quality graphics.

PCANDiOS

Afterblast
Afterblast

Action 2024

An FPP shooter with roguelike elements. Afterblast allows us to play as a chosen one going against powerful evil. We explore planets and eliminate hordes of enemies, gradually becoming stronger. The campaign in the game can be played in singleplayer or coop.

PC

Kill Knight
Kill Knight

Action 2024

An isometric arena survival game, enriched with roguelike and bullet hell elements. Kill Knight allows us to play as a titular knight. We explore the vast Abyss, eliminating hordes of enemies using melee weapons and firearms. Over time we can improve our skills and gear.

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Industria 2
Industria 2

Action 2025

A sequel for the "narrative FPS" from 2021, heavily inspired by Half-Life and created using Unreal Engine 5. A researcher named Nora is once again the main protagonist. In Industria 2 she's trying to escape from a parallel world and return to 1989 version of eastern Berlin.

PC

Decadent
Decadent

Action 2025

An FPS horror inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft. The action of Decadent takes place during the 1920s in the Arctic. Our hero must face hostile people and creatures out of this world. Aside from killing enemies it's also important to maintain a healthy mental state.

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Awaken: Astral Blade
Awaken: Astral Blade

Action September 2024

An action platformer with elements from RPGs and metroidvania games. Awaken: Astral Blade features Tanya as the protagonist - a bionic girl who explores rainforests and other areas of the Horace Islands. The game allows to make choices to influence the story and its ending.

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Funko Fusion
Funko Fusion

Action 13 September 2024

A TPP action adventure game filled with humor and based on the popular Funko Pop characters. In Funko Fusion we can visit around 20 themed worlds from the Universal studio brands, including Back to the Future, Jurassic World, Battlestar Galactica, Jaws and Chucky.

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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

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

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Action 20 March 1997

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is an extended game from the famous series about vampire hunters. Two-dimensional platformer belongs also to the species of metroidvanii.

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Ultimate Ninja 4: Naruto Shippuden
Ultimate Ninja 4: Naruto Shippuden

Action 05 April 2007

The fourth full-fledged installment of the popular brawler series from Cyberconnect 2 studio, set in the universe of the well-known manga and anime series by Masashi Kishimoto. Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 4 is the first installment in the series based on the second installment of the series, Naruto Shippuden, and is set two and a half years after the main character left his home village of Konoha to train under the watchful eye of Master Jiraiya.

PS2

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

Heretic II
Heretic II

Action 20 November 1998

The second part of the perfect action game set in fantasy, in which we again follow the fate of Corvus, a Sidh warrior who, after a happy return to his homeland, has to face the forces of evil right away.

PC

Dungeon Explorer: Warrior of the Ancient Arts
Dungeon Explorer: Warrior of the Ancient Arts

Action 12 February 2008

Typical representative of the hack'n'slash species. We take control of a team of warriors by exploring randomly generated dungeons and defeating creatures we meet.

PSP

Halo: Reach
Halo: Reach

Action 14 September 2010

The next instalment of the legendary Halo series developed by Bungie Software. Halo: Reach is a prequel to the entire series and tells the story of the titular planet Reach, which faces annihilation due to the invasion of the Covenant race.

PCX360

Gods Eater Burst
Gods Eater Burst

Action 28 October 2010

A dynamic action game with RPG features, inspired by the Monster Hunter series. The story of Gods Eater Burst starts when the world lies in ruins, the destruction caused by mutated beasts known as Aragami. Only the selected few, the eponymous Gods Easters, are able to face and defeat the Aragami. W start the game by creating our character, with many options for customization available, including our hairstyle, shape of face, skin color, costume and voice.

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Metal Slug 3D
Metal Slug 3D

Action 29 June 2006

The first game of the very popular shooting series, which was presented in full 3D. However, the climate of the vending machines has not changed.

PS2

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

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

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

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.

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