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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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Hawken
Hawken

Action 01 July 2016

A futuristic first-person shooter focused on the multiplayer, developed by an independent American company - Adhesive Games. The story is set on a planet colonized by humans and eventually ruined through violent industrialization. Rival factions are fighting one another for resources required for survival; the battles take place in destroyed cities or ruined factories that became battlefields. The player picks a side in the conflict and takes control of a mech.

Deadpool: The Video Game
Deadpool: The Video Game

Action 17 November 2015

An action game based on the popular comic series published by Marvel Comics. The game was developed by High Moon, studio known mostly for its Transformers games. The story of Deadpool: The Video Game focuses mostly on the antics of the sarcastic protagonist. The mercenary is trying to have his revenge on Mr. Sinister who caused Deadpool to fail in completing one of his contracts.

Darkwood
Darkwood

Action 17 May 2019

A survival horror game with a top down view. Darkwood is the first commercial project of a Polish studio, Acid Wizard, and its development has been backed up by users voting on the Steam Greenlight platform. The game takes place in a procedurally generated open world, with the player placed in the role of a character trying to survive the confrontations with supernatural beings without losing his sanity in the eponymous dark wood.

Styx: Master of Shadows
Styx: Master of Shadows

Action 07 October 2014

A third-person perspective stealth game in which the player assumes the role of an experienced goblin assassin who is tasked with reaching the Tower of Akenash and stealing a valuable, magic amber. The title was created by Cyanide studios, the creators of many cycling games, the Blood Bowl series and the Of Orcs and Men RPG. The protagonist of the game is Styx, a character known from Of Orcs and Men. The title is an action game focused on sneaking up and silently eliminating enemies.

Metro 2033 Redux
Metro 2033 Redux

Action 26 August 2014

A remastered edition of the popular survival horror first-person shooter, Metro 2033, developed primarily with the 8th-generation consoles in mind. The action takes place in the grim universe created by Dmitry Glukhovsky, adapted by 4A Games for the purposes of the game. The story of the Metro series revolves around a youngster named Artem and presents a post-apocalyptic vision of the world in which the humanity fights for survival after a nuclear apocalypse.

Killing Floor 2
Killing Floor 2

Action 29 August 2017

A sequel to the cooperative online shooter - Killing Floor - which came out in 2009 as a commercial version of a standalone Unreal Tournament 2004 modification. The sequel was prepared by the creators of the original – Tripwire Interactive, also known for another popular game modification, Red Orchestra.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants

Action 23 April 2024

A 2,5D beat'em up which originated in the arcade and that's based on the animated series from the Nickelodeon channel. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants features the famous turtles and it can be played both alone or in local co-op for up to 4 people.

Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All! 2
Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All! 2

Action 13 November 2023

The second installment in a series of side-scrolling brawlers starring Asterix and Obelix. This time, the heroes set off to the city of Lutecia to save an innocent man framed for a serious crime.

Quake II
Quake II

Action 10 August 2023

A remastered version of an iconic FPS, featuring new content. Quake II includes the base game and three expansions - The Reckoning, Ground Zero and the brand-new Call of the Machine.

Delta Force: Hawk Ops
Delta Force: Hawk Ops

Action 2024

A free-to-play first-person shooter by TiMi Studios, the creators of Call of Duty: Mobile. It's a reboot of Delta Force, based on Black Hawk Down by Ridley Scott, featuring a story campaign and many multiplayer modes.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed

Action 2024

An action game based on the movie of the same name. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem stars the titular heroes, defending New York City from an emerging threat.

Slave Zero X
Slave Zero X

Action 21 February 2024

A 2.5D action platformer and a prequel to Slave Zero. Slave Zero X stars Shou, a resistance fighter controlling a mighty biomech, traversing futuristic stages and fighting enemy hordes serving the villainous Khan.

From Space
From Space

Action 12 October 2023

A twin-stick shooter, in which we fight off an alien invasion. From Space supports solo play and online co-op.

Dead Island 2: Haus
Dead Island 2: Haus

Action 02 November 2023

The first major expansion to Dead Island 2, a first-person action game. Dead Island 2: Haus is set in a beautiful mansion in Malibu, where an evil cult dwells. The DLC introduces a new questline, new weapons and skills.

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
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.

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
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.

Skull Island: Rise of Kong
Skull Island: Rise of Kong

Action 17 October 2023

A third-person action adventure game, developed by the Chilean studio IguanaBee and published by GameMill Entertainment. It stars the young Kong, before his reign as the King of the Skull Island.

Destiny 2: The Final Shape
Destiny 2: The Final Shape

Action 04 June 2024

An expansion to Destiny 2 and the finale to the "Light and Darkness" saga. Destiny 2: The Final Shape introduces a new story campaign, a new area and new super abilities.

Mars 2120
Mars 2120

Action June 2024

A 2.5D action platformer metroidvania. Mars 2120 stars Sergeant Anna Charlotte, traversing the first human colony on Mars, learning its secrets, fighting robots and horrifying monsters.

Hawked
Hawked

Action 15 February 2024

A free-to-play third-person online extraction shooter (PvPvE). Hawked has us playing as Renegades, looting the X-Isle for mighty artifacts, fighting the lizardmen defending them as well as other players.

Risk of Rain 2: Seekers of the Storm
Risk of Rain 2: Seekers of the Storm

Action 2024

The second expansion to Risk of Rain 2, a third-person roguelike action game by Gearbox and Hopoo Games. Seekers of the Storm introduces new survivors, areas and enemies.

Strayed Lights
Strayed Lights

Action 25 April 2023

A TPP action adventure game with RPG and soulslike elements. Strayed Lights puts us in the shoes of a luminous creature traversing a dreamlike world, facing enemies and trying to restore balance to the land.

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons

Action 27 July 2023

A spin-off of an iconic beat'em up series, featuring roguelike elements. Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is set in post-apocalyptic New York City, tasking us with fighting against the gangs terrorizing its ruins.

Resident Evil Re:Verse
Resident Evil Re:Verse

Action 28 October 2022

Online PVP game available for free for Resident Evil Village owners. Resident Evil Re:Verse lets you take on the iconic characters from the Resident Evil series and fight six-player deathmatch.