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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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Unreal Tournament 2003
Unreal Tournament 2003

Action 01 October 2002

A sequel to Unreal Tournament, the 1999 game by Digital Extremes. The title was a spin-off of the popular series of first-person shooters and it focused mostly on multiplayer competition. The general gameplay principles haven’t changed, but Unreal Tournament 2003 introduces many improvements and changes to the series, including new gameplay modes, a expanded set of standard and special movements and the possibility to use various vehicles.

PC

Bionic Commando
Bionic Commando

Action 19 May 2009

The production refers to a popular hit from years ago, published under the same title. Producers approached the issue in a creative way, transforming the original into a dynamic, contemporary action game with platform elements. In the game we move into the future and play as a hero armed with a mechanical hand. Passing the levels, let's get to know the next events of the campaign with a surprising finale.

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Dead Rising 2: Off The Record
Dead Rising 2: Off The Record

Action 11 October 2011

Standalone expansion for Dead Rising 2 - open-world third-person action game with survival horror elements, created by Capcom in cooperation with Blue Castle Games studio. In this supplement photojournalist Frank West known from the first part of the series returns. Armed with his camera he goes to the town Fortune City. The main axis of the game is of course elimination of the hordes of zombies, which at one point can appear on the screen in thousands.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

Action 12 July 2011

An adaptation of the extremely popular series of books about Harry Potter's adventures. This is the last adventure of the famous sorcerer, in which he faces a decisive confrontation with Voldemort. The authors put emphasis on dynamic battles, and the fun is additionally diversified by adventure elements.

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Metal Slug XX
Metal Slug XX

Action 23 December 2009

The next installment of the popular series of two-dimensional shooters. We rub in the form of a brave commander, eliminating the enemies we meet. We also sit at the helm of armored machines, including the title tank.

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Army of Two
Army of Two

Action 04 March 2008

Developed by a Canadian studio belonging to Electronic Arts, Army of Two is a co-op, third-person perspective shooter. Each mission is carried out with the partner controlled by AI or another player.

X360PS3

Horizon: Forbidden West - Burning Shores
Horizon: Forbidden West - Burning Shores

Action 19 April 2023

A story expansion to Horizon: Forbidden West, set in the ruins of Los Angeles. Unlike the base game, which is available on the PS4 and the PS5, the DLC is exclusive to the PlayStation 5.

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Steel Seed
Steel Seed

Action December 2024

An action adventure game with stealth elements, developed by Storm in a Teacup. Steel Seed has the player facing a threat looming over the remnants of humanity, hiding underground for thousands of years.

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Tom Clancy's The Division: Resurgence
Tom Clancy's The Division: Resurgence

Action 2025

A free installment of the popular TPP action game series from Ubisoft, developed for mobile devices. In Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence, we return to the chaos-ridden United States to ensure a better life for citizens.

ANDiOS

Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem

Action 25 January 2022

erious Sam: Siberian Mayhem is a standalone expansion for the FPS Serious Sam 4. We take on the role of Sam Stone and find ourselves in Siberia, where our task is to find the treacherous General Brand.

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Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0
Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0

Action 16 November 2022

Call of Duty: Warzone 2 is a multiplayer FPS based on the free-to-play model, with battle royale as the main game mode.

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Deceive Inc.
Deceive Inc.

Action 21 March 2023

A stealth FPP action game designed for multiplayer action. In Deceive Inc. we play as spies who carry out tasks in different parts of the world, competing with each other for which of them manages to complete the mission first.

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Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered

Action 10 December 2024

A package featuring remastered versions of 2 classic action-adventure games. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered has us playing as Raziel who's hunting for the vampire Kain. Remasters offer refreshed graphics with upgraded character models and sharper textures.

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Somber Echoes
Somber Echoes

Action 2025

A 2,5D metroidvania with platforming elements, set in a sci-fi world inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Somber Echoes takes place on board of the Atromitos spaceship that's overrun by monsters. We explore, climb and deal with enemies using a futuristic spear.

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Kingmakers
Kingmakers

Action December 2024 (early access since 31 December 2024)

A combination of a strategy and a TPP shooter, in which we fight medieval battles as a modern day soldier. Kingmakers takes place in England in 1461, allowing to influence the conflicts from the Medieval Ages using modern rifles, grenades, vehicles or helicopters.

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XDefiant
XDefiant

Action 21 May 2024

An online free-to-play 6v6 FPS revolving around faction combat. Players compete against each other in various modes and on different maps.

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River City Girls 2
River City Girls 2

Action 15 December 2022

River City Girls 2 is a beat 'em up action game in which we move through two-dimensional boards and fight hordes of enemies using an extensive combat system. Compared to the first part, the game offers new characters, fighting techniques, locations and types of enemies.

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Foamstars
Foamstars

Action 06 February 2024

An online TPP shooter developed by Square Enix. Foamstars revolves around arena combat, each player shooting foam that can also be used to build various structures on the battlefield.

PS5PS4

Crysis 4
Crysis 4

Action TBA

Crysis Next is a free FPS battle royale that was developed for multiplayer mode. The game allows players to fight in the arena in nanosuits, which are the trademark of the Crysis cycle. Crytek studio is responsible for developing the game.

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The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay - DC
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay - DC

Action 13 August 2004

The Chronicles of Riddick'. (in Poland known as "Riddick's Chronicles") became an inspiration to create a game under the same title as the screening itself. This is a fantastic story describing the story of a prisoner gifted with the ability to see in the darkness, who gets into the very middle of a galactic war.

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Serious Sam 3: BFE
Serious Sam 3: BFE

Action 22 November 2011

Third installment of Croteam studio's series of crazy and humorous adventures of commando Sam "Serious" Stone, who traditionally fights hosts of aliens, demons and other strange beasts. In terms of the plot, Serious Sam 3: BFE is a prequel to the entire series, and our hero here once again faces the Tah-Um known from earlier parts and his numerous army of demons. The story takes place against the backdrop of ruined ancient temples and cities of futuristic Egypt.

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Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Essentials
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Essentials

Action 21 March 2006

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Essentials is another popular game in the series, treating the exciting adventures of a special agent working for the American government. This product was developed by Ubisoft Entertainment solely for the PlayStation Portable handheld console and is the debut of the series on this platform.

PSP

Killzone 2
Killzone 2

Action 25 February 2009

A direct sequel to the futuristic first person shooter released on PlayStation 2, created by Guerilla Games as an answer to the successful, and mostly Xbox exclusive, Halo series. Killzone 2 takes place on the home planet of Helghan, two years after the events shown in the first game in the series.

PS3

Daymare: 1998
Daymare: 1998

Action 17 September 2019

An action-adventure survival horror. The game is the first title developed by Invader Studios and takes place during the late nineties. The story is filled with references to nineties’ pop culture and it is presented from the perspective of several playable characters, including a special forces soldier whose family is imprisoned in a city controlled by monsters. During the game the player travels through very dangerous locations, explores, fights and occasionally solves riddles.

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