Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
December 9, 2024
Action, Interwar Period, Movies, FPP, PC Game Pass, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
An action-adventure game from Machine Games (the creators of Wolfenstein games). Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is based on the movie license but tells a completely new story set in 1937. Indy is looking for the titular artifact, visiting semi-open locations of the Vatican, Egypt, and Thailand.
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Marvel's Spider-Man
September 7, 2018
Action, Beat 'em Up, Comics, Marvel Comics, Action Adventure, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Spider-Man, Superheroes, TPP, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium.
An open world action-adventure game developed by Insomniac Games. The player assumes the role of the titular Spider-Man who faces the criminal underworld of New York. The gameplay is based on three pillars. The first one is exploration. The second one is completing various main and side missions. The protagonist is a superhero that can crawl and run across walls and use his web to swing on long distances. The acrobatic abilities of Spider-Man are used during Quick Time Events, special scenes with spectacular actions during which the player must press specific buttons with the right timing. The third pillar of the game is combat – during the dynamic fights the protagonist uses his fists, legs, spider web and elements of the environment – he can for example throw the latter at opponents or he can pin an opponent to a wall using his web. The game features stealth sequences as well – the player might sneak past enemies or eliminate them undetected. The title features high-quality graphics. It looks even better on PlayStation 4 Pro, where it is generated in higher resolution.
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Assassin's Creed III
October 30, 2012
Action, Historical, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Stealth, TPP, 18th Century.
The third major entry in the action adventure game series, Assassin Creed. Assassin Creed III has been created by Ubisoft Montreal in cooperation with its subsidiaries. It continues the story of the conflict between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order. Most of events take place during the American War of Independence (1753-1783). The main character – Connor Kenway – is, once again, an ancestor of Desmond Miles. The half-blood Indian vows to fight tyranny and seek justice. The creators have skillfully implemented many historical figures and events to the story. As per Assassin’s Creed tradition, the gameplay takes place in an open-world environment, with players having a lot of freedom in completing tasks and exploration.
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2021
August 11, 2021
Simulation, Economic, Machines and Equipment, Polish, Cars, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
Another part of the well-known series, in which we play the role of a car repairer. Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 brings a number of improvements and new mechanics to the proven formula. The game was developed by the Polish company Red Dot Games.
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Dead Cells
August 7, 2018
Action, 2D, RPG Elements, Indie Games, Metroidvania, PC Game Pass, Platformers, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Essential, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
An action game with roguelike and metroidvania elements by indie French studio Motion Twin. During the game, you explore a grim castle, whose elements (such as chambers, cloisters, and sewers) are procedurally generated. Given the permadeath system, it means that each new gameplay is a fresh experience, during which you can discover new parts of the fortress. An important aspect of Dead Cells is combat, which is very difficult. To succeed you have to work out the patterns of the enemies' attacks and to get the protagonist to a high enough level. In combat you use melee and ranged weapons, as well as offensive and defensive magic. The game features pleasant 2D pixel-art visuals.
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Middle-earth: Shadow of War
October 10, 2017
Action, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, Action Adventure, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, The Lord of The Rings, Xbox Play Anywhere.
Middle-Earth: Shadow of War is a direct sequel to the well-received action-adventure game Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor. Just like the first game in the series, Shadow of War takes place in the world created by J.R.R. Tolkien. The game is presented from a third-person perspective. We can explore the rich, open world of the game by riding various steeds and by taking good use of the free-running movement system, similar to that from the Assassin's Creed series. Once again the Nemezis system is one of the core gameplay mechanics. The game will automatically generate unique enemies which we will encounter, battle and optionally make them join us in our battle against Sauron. It needs to be mentioned that the game also offers many new features, with the possibility of taking over Dark Lord's keeps being one of them. There are more types of enemies for us to face, more new, unlockable skins and pieces of equipment.
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Deponia
January 27, 2012
Adventure, 2D, Humorous, Indie Games, Point-and-click, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
A humoristic adventure game with a classic point-and-click interface. It was developed by Daedalic Entertainment, a studio that specializes in this genre. The story of Deponia can be described as one big comedy of errors and, at the same time, the most unbelievable love story ever shown in a video game. Fans of works by Douglas Adams, Terry Pratchett, and of The Simpsons animated TV series, will easily find it interesting. The title refers to a planet filled with heaps of garbage among which the main character, Rufus, lives. His greatest wish is to be rich and live someplace high, above the surface of the hated planet. Once upon a time, a beautiful girl, Goal, falls from the sky, and for Rufus it will mean the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that will quickly prove to be much more than a mission of walking a woman home. The story is shown using attractive, hand-drawn graphics, through which, among others, it provides a large dose of wacky humor.
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LEGO Jurassic World
June 12, 2015
Action, Dinosaurs, Movies, Humorous, Co-op, LEGO, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Action Adventure, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, TPP.
Another reincarnation of the highly popular action-adventure game franchise originated in mid-90’s, sporting a license on the world’s most famous brand of toy bricks. This production by Traveller’s Tales Studios was created for the premiere of the film Jurassic World, however, the game’s story spans across the whole bestselling Jurassic Park trilogy. The game is set on Isla Nublar, an island known from the movie, which is actually a one of a kind amusement park with prehistoric reptiles brought back to life through cloning processes. As a result of a chain of experiments, a new dinosaur species was created by scientist, which is a combination of a Tyrannosaurus and a Velociraptor. Unfortunately, the beast escapes, becoming a direct threat to all visitors. When it comes to gameplay mechanics, the game employs the traditional solutions used in the series, with action-adventure elements and a gallery of characters known from the original movie.
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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
May 10, 2016
Action, Internet, Multiplayer, Action Adventure, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, TPP.
The fourth major installment in the flagship action adventure series for the PlayStation 3 platform. The game developed for its successor is a reboot of sorts, introducing the series to the next-generation consoles. The game was created by the authors of the entire franchise – Naughty Dog studio. The game once again features the likeable adventurer Nathan Drake – heir to Indiana Jones and the male alternative to the legendary Lara Croft. Since our hero is famous for having a serious knack for trouble, in the fourth part of the game he experiences a whole bunch of thrilling adventures. The story, as usual, will take him across several different parts of the globe. The authors included a variety of elements characteristic for the franchise, such as numerous plot-twists, ancient mysteries, and breathtaking scenery. It also provides an amazing esthetic experience thanks to the game's debut on eighth-generation consoles.
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Mass Effect 3
March 6, 2012
RPG, EA Play, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, Role-playing Shooter, Romances, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
A third installment in the science fiction series created by BioWare, which is a combination of action RPG with a third-person shooter. The title is the culmination of the epic Mass Effect trilogy, completing the story of Commander Shepard and his war against the Reapers. The action begins as the protagonist is about to be summoned to a hearing concerning the aftermath of his last assignment. Shepard's testimony is interrupted by the very same invasion he desperately fought to prevent. Being the only person possessing both the reputation and the experience of successfully fighting the Reapers, the protagonist starts a race against the clock to unite the forces of the whole galaxy against them. Similarly to Mass Effect 2, we can continue playing with a character that completed the previous entry in the series, retaining all of his or her experience. The gameplay mechanics have avoided major changes, although they did become more dynamic and arcade. The introduction of a multiplayer mode and linking it directly to the story campaign is the game's biggest novelty.
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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
March 22, 2019
Action, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Stealth, Soulslike, TPP.
An action-adventure game developed by From Software studio, which takes us the alternate reality of 15th-century Japan. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice focuses on an exploration of complex levels, sneaking and fights that resemble the Dark Souls series. Other features of the game are the grim atmosphere and a high difficulty level.
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Sniper Elite III: Afrika
June 27, 2014
Action, World War II, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Stealth, Shooters, TPP, TPS.
The third installment in the series of World War II shooters. Sniper Elite III: Afrika once again tells the story of an American sniper by the name of Karl Fairburne. This time, the protagonist is on a hunt for Nazis in North Africa. The single player campaign constitutes a series of missions with gradually increasing difficulty level. The creators from Rebellion studio prepared a cooperation mode as well. The gameplay is based largely on being able to make a good use of a sniper rifle in the game's numerous shooting sequences. Accurate shots are always rewarded with a slow motion x-ray vision of our bullets penetrating the body parts of the enemies. One of the bigger new features introduced in this installment is the presence of structurally open map layouts, which give much more freedom of approach to the players.
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Divinity
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RPG, Fantasy, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
The seventh main installment in the cult series created and developed by Belgian Larian Studios, whose portfolio also includes the bestselling Baldur's Gate 3. Divinity is a standalone RPG and is not a sequel of the titles under the Divinity: Original Sin banner.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
January 25, 2024
RPG, Gangster, Japan, jRPG, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, PC Game Pass, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
The eighth main installment of the Yakuza series and a TPP turn-based jRPG, just like its predecessor. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth stars two of the series' protagonists - Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu.
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Might & Magic: Heroes VII
September 29, 2015
Strategy, Fantasy, Hotseat, Internet, LAN, Might & Magic, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
The seventh installment of one of the most popular turn-based fantasy strategy series dating back to 1995. It was created by the German studio Limbic Entertainment, whose portfolio includes the previous installment in the Heroes of Might & Magic series and Might & Magic X: Legacy. The story takes us to an empire torn by a civil war, in which young Prince Ivan created the Shadow Council composed of representatives from six different factions. The mechanics of the game are reminiscent of the earliest installments of the series and use a variety of solutions which were not implemented in the sixth part. The previously simplified economic model was improved, and the town screen was restored, together with all the characteristic features of individual factions. The maps are much larger and put greater emphasis on exploration; furthermore, the typical turn-based combat system has been slightly modified. During the battle we can use numerous machines and support units, including catapults, ballistas, and medical tents, and the battle arenas are filled with a larger number of various objects and obstacles.
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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
June 30, 2017
Arcade, Package, 3D Platformers, Time Travel, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
A bundle of first three Crash Bandicoot games, remastered by Vicarious Visions studio. Aside from modern visuals, all games feature rebuilt levels, as well as a new save system, which lets us use every control point along with quick save option. What’s more, they've received an unified menu and a Time Trial mode. Like in originals, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy lets us take control of the titular bandicoot, who must stop the evil Dr Cortex from taking over the world. As the game is a classic three-dimensional platformer, gameplay focuses on completing linear levels, avoiding traps, and fighting enemies, which can be dealt with using a few attacks, like spinning or jumping on enemy’s head. We also collect Wumpa fruits that can earn us another life, as well as find secrets and collect Aku Aku masks that help us in our journey.
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The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine
May 31, 2016
RPG, Fantasy, Books, Polish, Romances, Singleplayer, TPP.
The second expansion to action-RPG The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt created by CD Projekt RED. This time we accompany Geralt during his stay in Touissant – one of few countries in The Witcher’s universe still untouched by war. However, under the veil of carefree idyll the city hides a dark, bloody secret. Investigating the mystery is another task for the White Wolf. Just like in the first expansion, new content does not end with new missions. The add-on also features new items, characters, and monsters. According to the developers’ estimate, Blood and Wine offers over 20 hours of gameplay.
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LEGO The Incredibles
June 15, 2018
Action, Cartoons, Humorous, Internet, Co-op, LEGO, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, 3D Platformers, Splitscreen, Action Adventure, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer.
Traveller’s Tales Studios used The Incredibles movie license to create another action platform LEGO game. The title is similar to previous LEGO games, enabling the players to enjoy it alone or in cooperation with up to three friends.
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Forza Horizon 4
October 2, 2018
Racing, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Off-road, Rally, Cars, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Xbox Exclusive.
The fourth installment in the best-selling open-world racing game series developed by Playground Games. The game takes the players to the UK, where they can compete in various races while driving over 450 different cars. The biggest novelty introduced in Forza Horizon 4 are the dynamic seasons of the year.
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Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot
January 17, 2020
RPG, Beat 'em Up, Dragon Ball, jRPG, Manga and Anime, Action RPG, Singleplayer, TPP.
Dragon Ball Game Project Z: Action RPG is an action RPG adapting the cult Japanese animated series. The player takes on the role of a Goku, explores the world, fulfills tasks, develops statistics and, above all, regularly fights with the help of the arcade combat system.
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Hero Siege
January 29, 2014
RPG, Hack'and'slash, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, Roguelike, Singleplayer.
A hack-and-slash game in which we play one of the few daredevils and try to stop Satan, who wants to take over the world. The gameplay is fast and spectacular, and additionally adapted to play with a pad and touch screens.
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Mad Max
September 1, 2015
Action, Crafting, Post-apocalypse, Cars, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, TPS.
A TPP sandbox action game, based on the cult film franchise by George Miller. The production was developed by Swedish studio Avalanche in collaboration with Warner Bros. Interactive. The plot of Mad Max is not an adaptation of the blockbuster movie, presenting instead a completely separate story set in a post-apocalyptic world in the near future. Players get an opportunity to assume the role of the titular character. After losing his legendary V8 Interceptor, the hero traverses the wasteland in search of parts needed to construct a new vehicle. The creators provided the players with a large degree of freedom when it comes to exploration of the game world; they are also given a host of side quests to choose from. The visual side of Mad Max is a clear reference to the distinctive aesthetics of the movie.
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Watch Dogs 2
November 15, 2016
Action, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Action Adventure, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, TPS, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
A sequel to Watch Dogs, a sandbox action game from 2014, in which the players assume the role of a former criminal and use his hacking skills as well as a number of gadgets to control the city infrastructure as well as private communication devices. Watch Dogs 2 develops the key gameplay elements of its predecessor; the action, however, was moved to an entirely new city, and now takes place in San Francisco. The game was developed by Ubisoft’s internal development studios lead by Ubisoft Montreal. Contrary to first installment, Watch Dogs 2 was created solely with PCs and the 8th-generation consoles, such as PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, in mind.
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Hitman: Absolution
November 20, 2012
Action, Singleplayer, Stealth, Shooters, TPP, TPS.
An action game with stealth features and the fifth major entry in the Hitman series. Hitman: Absolution’s development has been handed to a Danish studio Io-Interactive, a subsidiary of Square Enix. Its story shows the further life of Agent 47. The perfect assassin has been betrayed by his supervisors. In order to survive, he must make use of his extraordinary skills and experience. Like in previous games, the core of gameplay in Hitman: Absolution is the elimination of given targets. The players are given a lot of freedom at choosing their way to complete the job, although more creative solutions are better rewarded. The game's appealing visuals are generated by the Glacier 2 engine. Developers also made use of the motion-capture technology to accurately recreate the facial expressions of the characters.
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Fallout 3
October 28, 2008
RPG, FPP, PC Game Pass, Post-apocalypse, PS Plus Premium, Role-playing Shooter, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
The third installment in the popular series of post-apocalyptic cRPGs. Bethesda Softworks, best known for The Elder Scrolls series, took the reins of the production. The main story arc focuses on the search for our character’s father. During the journey, the main protagonist, called the Lone Wanderer, learns of Project Purity, which could provide water for the inhabitants of the Wasteland. The developers have designed several variants of the main campaign's end, depending on the choices made by the player. They remained faithful to the extensive system of character’s attributes, S.P.E.C.I.A.L., known from the previous games in the Fallout series. The gameplay, however, is characteristic of action games, and features dynamic combat sequences. The three-dimensional visuals of Fallout 3 are generated by the Gamebryo engine.
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Fallout: New Vegas
October 19, 2010
RPG, FPP, PC Game Pass, Post-apocalypse, PS Plus Premium, Role-playing Shooter, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Fallout: New Vegas is a spin-off to the famous post-apocalyptic cRPG series. The game was developed by Obsidian Entertainment, studio founded by ex-employees of Black Isle Studios (the creators of Fallout and Fallout 2). The story in Fallout: New Vegas focuses on a conflict between two factions: New California Republic and Caesar’s Legion, with the mysterious Mr. House and the citizens of New Vegas in the middle. The player takes on the role of a courier that saved from imminent death by a friendly robot named Victor. In terms of gameplay mechanics, the game copies the solutions from Fallout 3. Depending on your preferences, you can play either in first or third person perspective. Moreover, a well-proven combat system called V.A.T.S. comes back, letting you pause the game and select a part of enemy body you want to aim at. The visuals are powered by a modified version of Gamebryo Engine, previously used e.g. in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
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Sons of the Forest
February 22, 2024
Action, Crafting, FPP, Horror, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Survival.
Sons of the Forest is an FPP survival horror game and a sequel to The Forest from 2018. Once again, the work of Endnight Games takes place on a horrifying island inhabited by foul mutants.
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Divinity: Original Sin
June 30, 2014
RPG, Crowdfunding, Fantasy, Internet, Classic RPG, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Isometric View.
Divinity: Original Sin is a sequel to the cRPG series developed by Larian Studios. The game is set before the events presented in Divine Divinity (2002). The story focuses on the adventures of young Source Hunters, who have to delve into the arcanes of forbidden magic and prevent its effects. Gameplay is based on classic RPG mechanics. You lead a team of up to four heroes and together you complete quests, explore locations, and fight enemies. As they gain experience, the characters' stats will increase and they can master new skills. Apart from single player mode, Divinity: Original Sin offers a co-op mode with a second player via LAN or Internet.
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Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands
March 7, 2017
Action, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS, Modern Conflicts, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
The next installment in an action game series that originated in 2001. The series focuses on a famous American special squad known from the novels by Tom Clancy. The game was produced by a Parisian subsidiary of the Ubisoft company, also responsible for the previous installment, Future Soldier. The game is set in Bolivia, where a dangerous drug cartel spreads terror, violence, and lawlessness, unrestrained by the corrupted government authorities. Ghost Recon squad is sent into action in order to eliminate the key members of the criminal organization. Wildlands is revolutionary for the series, as it is the first time in the franchise's history when it takes the players into a vast, open world, which can be traversed on foot or by various vehicles – ground, aerial, or naval – resembling such franchises as Far Cry or Just Cause. The game was designed with both single player gameplay and multiplayer co-op for up to 4 players in mind.
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Doom Eternal
March 20, 2020
Action, Very Brutal, Boomer Shooter, FPP, FPS, Internet, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Science Fiction, Online, Singleplayer, Shooters, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Xbox Game Pass Essential.
A full-fledged sequel to the 2016's Doom - a well-received reboot of the famous FPS game series. During their adventure, the players have to descend to hell and face new types of opponents using a wide variety of deadly weaponry.
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Resident Evil: Revelations 2
February 17, 2015
Adventure, Splitscreen, Action Adventure, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Survival Horror, TPP, TPS, Zombie.
A sequel the spin-off game from from the classic horror series Resident Evil, originally developed for 3DS and then brought to PC and seventh generation of consoles. Its story is set between the events of the fifth and sixth main entry in the series, featuring Claire Redfield and Moira Burton, the daughter of one of the side characters in Resident Evil, as main protagonists. After they were kidnapped, they find themselves abandoned in a facility on a gloomy, desolate island. Unlike previous Resident Evil titles, Revelations 2 focuses on the survival aspect rather than on pure action. As Claire, we have to fight against zombies, while playing as Moira comes down to supporting the Claire, for example by passing her equipment, healing herbs etc. Thanks to that, the game offers both single player and cooperation modes. Interestingly, we can let Moira die without any consequences, as the game ends only after Claire’s death.
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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
November 15, 2019
Action, EA Play, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Star Wars, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
An action game set in the Star Wars universe. In Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order the action is set between episodes III and IV of the movie saga. Players assume the role of a Jedi Knight who is being ruthlessly hunted by the forces of the Empire.
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Gothic 3
October 13, 2006
RPG, Fantasy, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP.
Third game from the popular RPG series, which began in 2001 year thanks to a previously unknown studio, Piranha Bytes. It follows the story of the Nameless Hero, once again taking us to the fictional fantasy universe, which has been significantly expanded, when compared to previous titles. The game’s world consists of 3 different lands: kingdom of Myrtana, ice-covered Nordmar and desert Varant. The player can freely shape the story, completing any number of nearly 1000 available quests for 10 different factions present in the game. Depending on which side he chooses at the end, he will come to one of 3 different endings. New chapter of the series comes with many changes in gameplay, including new skills, greatly enhanced character progression system, better equipment screen, and simplified fights, as well as significantly improved visuals.
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Anno 1800
April 16, 2019
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Internet, Colonization, Multiplayer, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, 19th Century, PC Game Pass.
Another installment in the popular economic strategy game series published by Ubisoft and developed since 2011 by Blue Byte Software - Ubisoft's subsidiary studio known for working on The Settlers series. Like the previous installments in the Anno series, set across various centuries of human history, in Anno 1800, the player assumes the role of a steward tasked with establishing a prosperous metropolis. One begins with a minor settlement inhabited by a handful of subjects, who have to gather resources, erect new buildings, and create complex trade relations allowing for the fast development of the city infrastructure. During the game, the player also has to tend to the needs of the settlers and properly balance the budget, which at times of crisis can be patched up with trading the goods and increasing taxes. Diplomacy is also an important aspect of the game, as it allows the player to establish various relations, enter alliances, and wage wars with the neighboring states.
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They Are Billions
June 18, 2019
Strategy, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, Steampunk, Survival, Zombie.
They Are Billions is a steampunk real-time strategy where we have to defend a human colony from hordes of zombies. It was developed by Numantian Games, creators of Lords of Xulmia: A Story of Gods and Humans. Our primary objective is to manage and upgrade our base. We will have to gather resources, build and upgrade buildings, create a power grid, and so on. Hordes of zombies are a constant threat that we will face. The game's engine allows the presence of up to 20 thousand zombies at a time. We have to build defensive structures like watch towers and walls and recruit and trained mercenaries in order to keep our survivors safe. We can pause the game at any time to give orders. They Are Billions offers a single player campaign with all kinds of missions and a survival mode where we end up on a procedurally generated map and have to survive for 100 days.
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Farming Simulator 19
November 20, 2018
Simulation, Economic, Internet, Machines and Equipment, Multiplayer, Farm, Singleplayer.
Farming Simulator 19 is a new installment of the popular series of farming simulators. This time, the authors decided to make a big step forward by introducing a completely new graphic engine, as well as three large open world locations.
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard
October 31, 2024
RPG, Fantasy, Romances, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
Fourth main installment of the popular RPG series. Dragon Age: The Veilguard follows the events from DA: Inquisition, allowing us to play as Rook from the titular Veilguards. We lead a party of heroes and go on a journey in Thedas, solving quests, exploring, and defeating enemies.
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The Witcher
October 26, 2007
RPG, Fantasy, Books, Polish, Romances, Singleplayer, TPP.
An action RPG developed by CD Projekt RED and based on the series of short stories and novels by Andrzej Sapkowski. The story of the game is set in 1270, five years after the Northern War. After losing his memory, Geralt somehow returns to the Witcher keep Kaer Morhen. The stronghold soon gets ambushed by a group known as the Salamander... While in pursuit of the attackers, our protagonist becomes entangled in an intricate plot involving the Order of the Flaming Rose. In the course of our quest we visit a number of locations and encounter several characters known from the books. The developers created a sizable world that reacts dynamically to the actions of the main character. On the technical side, The Witcher uses a completely rebuilt version of Aurora Engine.
Far Cry Primal
February 23, 2016
Action, Crafting, FPP, Prehistory, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
A spin-off to the first person open world action game series launched by Ubisoft in 2004. Far Cry Primal strands significantly from the previous entries in the franchise, taking us back in time to the year circa 10 thousand B.C. We play as hunter named Trakkar, whose tribe has been slaughtered and who find himself in the dangerous land of Oros, where humans are nothing more than prey for prehistoric beasts. One of the most important features of the game is survival; we explore the world while completing quests, hunting various creatures, crafting useful items and learning new skills. Unlike in the main installments in the series, our hero obviously won’t find any guns in his inventory - only primitive weapons like spears, clubs, and bows. The lack of vehicles is compensated by the possibility of riding different animals.
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Death Stranding
November 8, 2019
Action, Experimental/artistic, Exploration Games, Post-apocalypse, Action Adventure, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Transport.
An action adventure game to be available on PlayStation 4 and later on also PC. The title was designed by the industry legend and co-creator of the Metal Gear series, Hideo Kojima. The story of Death Stranding focuses on the evolution of human race and on the “connection” motive which redefines the role of failure and death in videogames. American actor Norman Reedus who is well known for his role in The Walking Dead TV series plays the role of the main protagonist of the title. Reedus previously worked with Kojima on the canceled survival horror Silent Hills. The gameplay mechanics of Death Stranding combine features of action games, adventure games and RPGs. However, the developers have ambition to move beyond the traditional understanding of these genres and create a completely new quality which will combine the traits of traditional video game with symbolism and new ways for experiencing the story and fates of the characters.
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I.G.I. 2: Covert Strike
February 21, 2003
Action, FPP, FPS, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Shooters, Tactics, Modern Conflicts.
The sequel to the first-person shooter Project I.G.I., developed by the Interloop studio. Player assumes the role of the first part's protagonist – a former soldier of the British special forces SAS, who, as a member of the I.G.I. organization, single-handedly completes secret missions in various parts of the globe. I.G.I.2: Covert Strike features three thematically connected campaigns that take place successively in Russia, Libya, and China. Compared to the previous installment, I.G.I.2: Covert Strike offers improved enemy AI, which now takes advantage of authentic combat tactics used by modern armies. Available firearms' arsenal was also enlarged. The game is built on a modified version of the previous installment's game engine, thus features more detailed locations and diversified weather conditions. In addition to the single player mode, I.G.I.2: Covert Strike offers also a team-based multiplayer.
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Path of Exile 2
December 6, 2024, Early Access
RPG, Fantasy, Games as a Service, Hack'and'slash, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Action RPG, Online, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
A full sequel to Path of Exile, a 2013 free-to-play hack'n'slash. Path of Exile 2 features a new story campaign with 7 acts, revamped visuals, redesigned mechanics, 19 new Ascendancy Classes and cross platform coop with both Internet and local support.
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Steam
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LEGO City: Undercover
March 18, 2013
Action, Humorous, LEGO, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Police, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP.
Another installment in the popular series of third-person perspective action games that uses the license of the popular LEGO bricks franchise. This time, the title is available exclusively on Nintendo platforms. The game takes place in a modern metropolis and its main protagonist, Chase McCain, is an undercover cop. His task is to find, infiltrate, and stop criminal operations, which he does in-style, Hollywood style. Gameplay mechanics in LEGO City: Undercover combine the most important features of the LEGO series with elements typical of the Grand Theft Auto and Driver series. The overall feeling of the game is strongly inspired by classic action movies. The gameplay is a mix of various genres and during the game the player will participate in spectacular car chases, fly a police helicopter, chase after suspects on rooftops, and engage enemies in fist fights. The controls are simple and intuitive and the game provides us with many opportunities to employ the unique capabilities of Nintendo consoles and their controllers.
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Steam
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LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham
November 11, 2014
Action, Batman, DC Comics, Humorous, Comics, LEGO, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Superheroes, TPP.
Another installment in the popular arcade game series from the LEGO brand. It is also the third game depicting the adventures of the legendary hero from the DC universe. It was developed by Traveller’s Tales, known for many other productions in the LEGO series. The story focuses on the struggle between the Justice League, led by Batman and other comic superheroes — and a villain called Brainiac who wants to shrink our planet and include into his disgraceful collection. The game will take us from the streets of Gotham City into space and other, not yet visited, regions of the DC universe. The gameplay mechanics are based on proven solutions, although some novelties were introduced as well. Among the latter, we can find the simultaneous use of various abilities, hacking mini-games, as well as levels where we operate a space fighter or in zero gravity.
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Steam
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The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings
May 17, 2011
RPG, Fantasy, Books, Polish, Romances, Singleplayer, TPP.
An action RPG game and the second chapter of the adventures of Geralt of Rivia. Similarly to its predecessor from 2007, The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings was developed by CD Projekt RED. The game follows the foiled plot to assassinate King Foltest. With the appearance of a mysterious man called Kingslayer the titular witcher becomes entangled in a complicated political intrigue, in which the fate of several kingdoms will be decided. The developers tried to faithfully recreate the world known from the literary works of Andrzej Sapkowski while enriching it with new elements. Great emphasis was put on moral choices leading to one of 16 possible endings, and on the completely rebuilt, dynamic combat system. The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is distinguished by excellent visuals powered by the developer’s proprietary REDengine.
Steam
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Tom Clancy's The Division 2
March 15, 2019
Action, RPG Elements, Games as a Service, Internet, Co-op, Looter Shooter, Multiplayer, Post-apocalypse, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Role-playing Shooter, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
The second installment in the popular action game series (with RPG elements) that revolve around multiplayer experience. Tom Clancy's The Division 2 is a result of cooperation between Ubisoft Massive and other development teams owned by the French publisher. The game is based on the modified Snowdrop Engine, thus the visuals are of very high quality.
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Steam
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Nekopara Vol. 1
December 30, 2014
Adventure, 2D, Humorous, Singleplayer, Dating Simulator, Visual Novel.
A classic visual novel adventure set in a world inhabited by cats taking on a human figure. The main character of the game opens his own confectionery and at the same time he has to take care of two troublesome cats that escaped from his family home.
Steam
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Dishonored
October 9, 2012
Action, FPP, Immersive Sim, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Stealth, Steampunk.
A first person action game with elements of stealth, set in a steampunk universe. Dishonored is a product of Arcane Studios, a company best known for Dark Messiah of Might & Magic. The game’s protagonist – Corvo, a respected bodyguard of the empress – gets falsely accused of murdering his sovereign. Being one of the world’s most dangerous men, he needs to use his extraordinary skills to clear his name and bring justice on the ones responsible for the crime. Dishonored’s main course constitutes of executing carefully planned assassinations. The protagonist can use his superhuman abilities to aid himself in that quest. Dishonored features excellent audiovisuals with graphics powered by Unreal Engine 3.
Steam
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Black Myth: Wukong
August 20, 2024
RPG, China, Mythology, Action RPG, Singleplayer, Soulslike, TPP.
A third-person action game with RPG and soulslike elements, created by the Chinese studio Game Science. Playing as the titular WuKong, we explore a dark fantasy world inspired by Chinese mythology. Our character uses mainly his staff and gradually becomes stronger.
Gamepressure
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Steam
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Subnautica
January 23, 2018
Adventure, Crafting, Exploration Games, RPG Elements, FPP, Under Water, Action Adventure, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Survival.
A sandbox game by Unknown Worlds that combines elements of action-adventure productions and RPGs. As the game’s universe draws inspiration from such novels as Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, at the bottom of the ocean you can find bizarre sea monsters, as well as remnants of futuristic buildings and ships. The player assumes the role of a captain of an advanced submarine, and explores the depths of the ocean. The game’s characteristic feature is the ability to design vessels and determine such things as performance, layout, on-board mechanisms, and materials used for the construction. You begin with rather primitive ships, but as you progress you will be able to construct more advanced vessels, and explore previously unavailable parts of the ocean. While playing, you can freely walk around your ship, and even go outside to explore the marine world on your own.
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Steam
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