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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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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Action 03 November 2003

An action game with RPG elements – The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, developed by Visceral Games in cooperation with EA Redwood Shores, is based on the license of a hit movie by the same name. The game allows the players to assume roles of over a dozen characters known from the silver screen – one can play as Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, and many others. Player’s task is to destroy The Ring of Power and defeat the Dark Lord Sauron.

25 to Life
25 to Life

Action canceled

25 to Life is a three-dimensional action game modelled on such hits as Grand Theft Auto, Gangland or The Getaway, in which the main character is observed from a third person perspective (TPP).

Shadow the Hedgehog
Shadow the Hedgehog

Action 15 November 2005

Shadow the Hedgehog is a three-dimensional arcade game about the adventures of the title dark alter ego of the most famous hedgehog in the history of electronic entertainment - the blue Sonic. The "Spiky Shadow" appeared for the first time in a product called Sonic Adventure 2, which was made available in 2001 to the owners of the Sega Dreamcast platform.

Samurai Warriors
Samurai Warriors

Action 13 July 2004

A dynamic combat game produced by the authors of the "Dynasty Warriors" series. As one of 15 famous warriors, the player fights hundreds of battles to restore order and order in medieval Japan.

Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue
Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue

Action 12 October 2004

Three-dimensional platforming game in which players play the title Tiger of Tasmania. Their task is to confront the sinister Cass trying to take control of the planet - in order to do so they create an army of reptiles. The game is based on the exploration of extensive maps and the fight against encountered opponents - however, the game is diversified by uncomplicated riddles and arcade sections.

Red Ninja: End of Honor
Red Ninja: End of Honor

Action 29 March 2005

Dynamic arcade game TPP, in which we play the role of the title ninja warrior, planning revenge on the members of an enemy clan. The player has a dozen or so different boards to overcome.

City of the Dead
City of the Dead

Action canceled

City of the Dead is a first person shooter, whose names were lent by George A. Romero, the famous director of the horror/gore film series, who since 1968 has been successfully shooting further pictures about the struggle of people with zombies.

Godzilla: Save the Earth
Godzilla: Save the Earth

Action 22 November 2004

Save the Earth is already the second action game prepared by Pipeworks Software development team in which the main role is played by fighting with each other giant creatures from the subsequent films about Honor.

Dragon Ball Z: Sagas
Dragon Ball Z: Sagas

Action 22 March 2005

A multi-genre production including elements of action, adventure, fighting and role-playing games. It was developed by Avalanche software and based on the popular manga series by Akira Toriyama. Dragon Ball Z: Sagas follows the story told in the Dragon Ball Z TV series — you play as the invincible Goku, who has to face more and more powerful foes, from Raditz, through Vegeta and Nappa, to Freezer and Cell. The gameplay consists on exploring, completing quests, and battling enemies.

Sonic Mega Collection Plus
Sonic Mega Collection Plus

Action 02 November 2004

Sega Corporation has developed a special collection for fans and less experienced players who would like to learn about the classic adventures of the already classic blue supersonic hedgehog and his friends.

Van Helsing
Van Helsing

Action 06 May 2004

A dynamic action game based on a film directed by Stephen Sommers. We play the role of the title character of the undead conqueror and set off to duel with the forces of evil.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Action 21 October 2003

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is an action game produced by Konami with a Third Perspective View (TPP), whose plot refers to a comic book series about the adventures of mutated turtles-ninja. The player has the opportunity to steer the actions of the four title heroes who are trying to foil the plans of demonic Shredder and his Foot Clan.

Mortal Kombat: Deception
Mortal Kombat: Deception

Action 04 October 2004

Mortal Kombat: Deception is a spectacular fight prepared with the technical capabilities of the sixth generation consoles in mind, for which the Midway Games development team is responsible. The game is based on bloody fights in thematically diversified arenas, but the creators also took care of additional attractions, such as mini-games (chess, puzzles), crypts to visit, or fictionalised campaign mode (conquest).

6GUN
6GUN

Action canceled

6GUN (Six Gun) is a tactical action game that focuses on the activities of modern special forces. Fans of this type of gameplay have the role of commander of the assault team called Gunslinger, which is a part of SOCOM (Special Operations Command) special forces.

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

Action 04 May 2005

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith is a dynamic action game with a third person view (TPP), based on cinema superproduction. The player directs the actions of the main characters in the film, fighting spectacular battles on light swords, participating in battles and fulfilling various tasks. Developers from The Collective studio took care of attractive audio-visual setting and the possibility of playing with a live opponent.

Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy
Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy

Action 14 June 2004

Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy is a science fiction-based dynamic third person view (TPP) action game. The player directs the actions of Nick Scryer's agent, who uses innate psional skills to try to filter the terrorist organization The Movement. The producer and publisher of the game is Midway Games.

Barbie Horse Adventures Wild Horse Rescue
Barbie Horse Adventures Wild Horse Rescue

Action 03 November 2003

Barbie Horse Adventures Wild Horse Rescue is a game with the world's most popular doll in the lead role, addressed mainly to the youngest representatives of the beautiful sex.

Mission: Impossible - Operation Surma
Mission: Impossible - Operation Surma

Action 02 December 2003

Action game maintained in stealth climates. This means that the main character should remain hidden. The game refers to famous cinema productions. As Ethan Hunt, we carry out a series of dangerous missions in enemy territory.

Without Warning
Without Warning

Action 28 October 2005

A debut project by the British company CiRCLE Studios, commissioned by Capcom. The main protagonists of the program are a group of extremely well-trained commandos who were sent to the Peterson/Daniels chemical factory in order to exterminate the terrorists who occupy it.

Hunter: The Reckoning
Hunter: The Reckoning

Action 21 May 2002

A brutal and very spectacular action game in which we fight with the forces of darkness. Several different levels to overcome. The game also has multiplayer modes for up to 4 people.

Dead to Rights
Dead to Rights

Action 19 August 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.

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy

Action 18 November 2003

This installment of the Jedi Knight video game series has been developed by Raven Software. The action of the game takes place 6 years after the events shown in the previous Jedi Knight game. The player gets the opportunity to become a student at the Jedi Academy led by Luke Skywalker and Kyle Katarn on Yavin IV. What is interesting, upon starting the game the player has to create his or her own character by choosing the race, sex, clothing and physical appearance.

Alter Echo
Alter Echo

Action 19 August 2003

Three-dimensional action game from the third person's perspective (TPP). The story tells the fate of the world of the future, where a special caste of people called "shapers" is endowed with the ability to create any thing - from garden rakes to spaceships - from a special substance called plast.

LEGO Star Wars
LEGO Star Wars

Action 05 April 2005

Another production of Traveller's Tales, a band known for its successful games, such as the "Traveller's Tales" and the "Traveller's Tales": Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex, Finding Nemo, or Crash Twinsanity. This time the studio took care of presenting the adventures of the heroes of Star Wars as block figures.