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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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Tomb Raider: Legend
Tomb Raider: Legend

Action 14 November 2006

The seventh major installment of the Tomb Raider series. As the previous parts of the game were not received very well, a new studio – Crystal Dynamics, with Toby Gard, the creator of the original series, in its ranks – was entrusted with the game. Setting-wise, the title goes back to its roots, which means exploring ancient tombs and catacombs. During the gameplay you will visit a number of exotic locations, including Himalayas, Bolivia, Peru, Japan, Ghana, Malaysia, England, and Kazakhstan.

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy
LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy

Action 12 September 2006

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy is a continuation of one of the best made electronic and entertainment products of 2005. According to the subtitle, this time the developers focused on three episodes of the Star Wars film cycle, shot by George Lucas in 1977-1983.

Resident Evil 4 (2005)
Resident Evil 4 (2005)

Action 11 January 2005

The fourth major installment of the cult series of survival horrors created by Capcom. In the game the player assumes the role of ex-cop Leon S. Kennedy, a character well known from the second entry in the franchise. As a special agent responsible for protecting the presidential family, he goes to Europe in order to find the missing daughter of the US president. The trail leads to a small village in Spain.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent

Action 24 October 2006

The fourth part of the hit series of third-person stealth games by Ubisoft, whose main character is a secret government agent Sam Fisher. In the game, he has undergone a distinct transformation, turning into a smooth-shaven villain serving a 20-year sentence. But it's all an effect of deliberate mystification, thanks to which our protagonist tries to infiltrate the ranks of a dangerous terrorist network and work it out from the inside.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Action 08 November 2005

Another virtual adaptation based on a book belonging to the series written by J.K. Rowling. The series revolves around the adventures of Harry Potter and his two friends: Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley.

Superman Returns: The Videogame
Superman Returns: The Videogame

Action canceled

Action game realized parallel to the new cinematic adaptation of the adventures of the famous Superman from the Warner Bros label. This title was produced by Studio Tiburon, a group of the most eminent employees of Electronic Arts, responsible for one of the most famous (mainly overseas) series of sports games, i.e. Madden NFL.

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.

Medal of Honor: Frontline
Medal of Honor: Frontline

Action 07 November 2002

Another installment in an FPS series tracing its roots back to the PlayStation console. The Medal of Honor series of war shooters is considered to be the predecessor of the Call of Duty franchise. In Medal of Honor: Frontline, the player assumes the role of lieutenant Jimmy Patterson from the American OSS agency.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Action 14 November 2002

The second installment of the video game series following the adventures of Harry Potter based on the books written by J.K. Rowling. Young wizard, who is about to start his second year at Hogwarts, is bound to encounter new challenges.

Spider-Man 2: The Game
Spider-Man 2: The Game

Action 28 June 2004

The second entry in the series of third-person perspective action games about Spider-Man. The plot of the game is based on the movie under the same title. The player assumes the role of Peter Parker, a boy who gained spider superpowers during an accident in a laboratory. His main antagonist is Otto Octavius (in the criminal underworld known as Doctor Octopus), a scientist equipped with mechanical arms controlled by his brainwaves.

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.

Virtua Quest
Virtua Quest

Action 18 January 2005

Action game with elements of adventure and RPG, referring to the famous Virtua Fighter series. The player takes on the role of a young warrior and treasure hunter named Sei.

Medal of Honor: Rising Sun
Medal of Honor: Rising Sun

Action 11 November 2003

The sequel to the popular Medal of Honor series, once again developed by Danger Close Games exclusively for console players. In this installment of the series, you play as U.S. Corporal Joseph Griffin and, unlike in previous installments which focused on combat in Europe, you move to the vast waters of the Pacific to take part in the American-Japanese battles taking place there.

Freedom Fighters
Freedom Fighters

Action 29 September 2003

In alternative history, the Soviet Union wins the Cold War with the West and the Red Army invades the United States. The player becomes a member of the resistance movement fighting against the occupation forces.

Spider-Man: The Movie
Spider-Man: The Movie

Action 20 April 2002

Action adventure game developed by Treyarch studio, based on the storyline of Hollywood superproduction film directed by Sam Raimi. In the game we play as a teenager Peter Parker, who becomes a heroic Spider-Man endowed with superhuman abilities. The plot of Spider-Man: The Movie develops in the same way as in the original movie.

Rogue Ops
Rogue Ops

Action 28 October 2003

A dynamic action game with elements of a contemporary sneaking game. We play the role of a secret service agent and perform dangerous tasks on enemy territory. Noteworthy is a rich set of weapons and additional gadgets.

The Simpsons: Hit & Run
The Simpsons: Hit & Run

Action 16 September 2003

A virtual version of the adventures of a crazy yellow family, known to people all over the world for over 14 years. Radical Entertainment is responsible for the development of the game, and the script was created by people responsible for the popular TV series.

Knights of the Temple: Infernal Crusade
Knights of the Temple: Infernal Crusade

Action 08 April 2004

Action/Adventure game (type: hack-and-slash), created by programmers from the Swedish development studio Starbreeze, known in the world for its two parts of the Enclave series.

Minority Report: Everybody Runs
Minority Report: Everybody Runs

Action 20 November 2002

Not too complicated action game, loosely referring to Steven Spielberg's famous film and Philip K. Dick's novel. We play the role of John Anderton, a man tracing people who are yet to commit a crime.

Nicktoons Unite!
Nicktoons Unite!

Action 27 October 2005

Under the title Nicktoons Unite! there is another attempt to transfer the characters from Nickelodeon's animated series to the world of virtual entertainment. This time their heroes have to unite and face their enemies together.

Scooby Doo! Mystery Mayhem
Scooby Doo! Mystery Mayhem

Action 01 March 2004

Scooby Doo: Mystery Mayhem is a platformer with strongly outlined elements typical for point'n'clickable adventures. Jump, run, find, bring in, sweep and everything is already known. The game was created by Artificial Mind and Movement and released THQ.

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.

Men In Black II: Alien Escape
Men In Black II: Alien Escape

Action 22 July 2002

The guys in Chernivtsi are back. They got tired of penetrating the city at a turtle pace from the first part of the game, which was an adventure. Now they will shoot as much as there is.

Samurai Jack: The Shadow of Aku
Samurai Jack: The Shadow of Aku

Action 23 March 2004

Action game where sword sword and warlike "kia" is a daily bread, during the extermination of enemies (24 levels, 4 main stages to visit and of course a multitude of varied opponents). The title is based on a known Cartoon Network cartoon and in the same, somewhat bizarre, convention is made.