Action Video Games60
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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Helskate
Action 15 February 2024
A cross between a slasher, a roguelike and an arcade skateboarding sim. Helskate has us playing as a skater traversing the fantasy land of Vertheim, killing hordes of monsters while performing skateboard tricks.
Tribes 3: Rivals
Action 12 March 2024
The sixth (and third main) installment in a series of online first-person shooters originating from 1998. Tribes 3: Rivals was developed by Prophecy Games, a large part of the dev team previously having had worked on the warmly received Tribes: Ascend.
Marvel's Blade
Action TBA
A third-person action game by Arkane Lyon, creators of Dishonored 2 and Deathloop. Marvel's Blade stars the titular vampire hunter, dealing with an outbreak in quarantined Paris.
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
Action 07 November 2023
A third-person action game with RPG and roguelike element. The Awakener: Forgotten Oath has us playing as heroes traversing a dark fantasy land, dispatching hordes of enemies along the way.
Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection
Action 14 March 2024
A compilation of the first two Star Wars Battlefront games from 2004-2005, expanded with brand new content. The Classic Collection offers several new characters, maps and ways to play. It's focused on multiplayer for up to 64 people, but it also contains story campaigns.
Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist
Action 23 January 2025 (early access since 25 March 2024)
A two-dimensional metroidvania platformer. Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is a sequel to Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. It features Lilac as the new protagonist and it offers various new gameplay features, including voice overs and difficulty levels changes.
Darksiders 4
Action TBA
The fourth mainline installment of the popular TPP action-adventure series, focused on the Horsemen of the Apocalypse. THQ Nordic and Gunfire Games studio (authors of Darksiders III and the Remnant series) are behind the development of Darksiders 4.
Atomic Picnic
Action 07 November 2024
A TPP shooter with roguelike elements, inspired by Vampire Survivors and Halls of Torment. Atomic Picnic is about fighting hordes of enemies, obtaining new upgrades and developing our character. The game features both singleplayer and online co-op for 4 players.
Kill Knight
Action 02 October 2024
An isometric arena survival game, enriched with roguelike and bullet hell elements. Kill Knight allows us to play as a titular knight. We explore the vast Abyss, eliminating hordes of enemies using melee weapons and firearms. Over time we can improve our skills and gear.
Second-Loop
Action 2025
An FPS with elements of logic games, set in post-apocalyptic industrial world. Second-Loop allows us to engage in dynamic battles, control mechs and other vehicles, solve physics-based puzzles and use the power of telekinesis to construct various machines.
A Twisted Path to Renown
Action 06 June 2024
An online shooter from the Game-Labs studio. A Twisted Path to Renown transports us to the American Wild West during the year 1899. We can set off on expeditions, during which we either cooperate or compete with other players. The game features survival and MMO elements.
The Mobius Machine
Action 01 March 2024
A metroidvania action platformer from the authors of Dawn of Man and Planetbase. The Mobius Machine offers an industrial sci-fi world. Our character is very mobile, being able to run, jump on platforms, climb, glide or dive. We use different firearms to kill enemies.
Jurassic Park: Survival
Action 2025
A first-person action adventure game with stealth elements, based on the Jurassic Park license. Jurassic Park: Survival stars Dr. Maya Joshi, fighting to survive on the dinosaur-overrun Isla Nublar.
Star Wars Jedi 3
Action TBA
The sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, once again following one of the last Jedi, Cal Kestis. Star Wars Jedi 3 is an action adventure game focused on exploration, lightsaber combat and Force powers.
Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream
Action TBA
The second installment in a metroidvania series originating from 2018. Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream stars Auria, traversing a fantasy world to save it from destruction and protect her son.
Welcome to ParadiZe
Action 29 February 2024
An action adventure game with survival elements. Welcome to ParadiZe has us playing as a survivor able to mind control zombies. The player must traverse the world, face danger and expand their base.
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
Action TBA
The second installment in a series of TPP action games, in which we pilot futuristic mecha known as Arsenals. Just like the original game, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion was developed by Marvelous Interactive.
System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition
Action 2025
A remastered version of an iconic 1999 immersive sim. System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition has us playing as a soldier facing dangers aboard the Von Braun spaceship. Compared to the original game, the remaster features enhanced visuals.
Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks
Action 06 August 2024
A free-to-play online action game. Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks is a dynamic, brutal cross between a shooter and a racing game set in the popular sci-fi universe.
United 1944
Action 12 December 2023
United 1944 is an online first-person shooter set during World War 2, featuring survival elements such as resource gathering, weapon crafting, building structures and developing skill trees.
SPRAWL
Action 23 August 2023
A fast-paced FPS set in a dystopian cyberpunk world. SPRAWL stars Seven, creatively dispatching hordes of enemies while seeking a way to overthrow a tyrannical military regime.
Morbid Metal
Action 2025
TPP slasher with roguelike elements. In Morbid Metal we explore semi-procedurally generated locations and fight hordes of enemies. During the battles we can switch between four characters.
ARC Raiders
Action 2025
ARC Raiders is a free-to-play TPP shooter, focusing strongly on players' cooperation in the fight against murderous robots. The game was developed by Embark studio, including many veterans from EA DICE.
Ship of Fools
Action 22 November 2022
An action game with roguelike elements that spreads its wings in co-op mode. In Ship of Fools we take on the role of the heroes, who traverse the archipelago aboard their ship and face sea monsters.