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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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Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu
Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu

Action 16 October 2003

Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu is a spectacular action game about spectacular hand-to-hand combat with numerous opponents. This is another electronic-entertainment product in which the title character is cast by the famous Dark Knight, known for his comics, TV cartoons and feature-length cinema films.

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Made Man
Made Man

Action 24 November 2006

An action game in which we get to know the dangerous world of the mafia. We are involved in a number of illegal activities and are in a constant war with the competition. The main character, Joey Verola, is known in the sixties of the twentieth century and we will accompany him for the next two decades, observing the most important moments in his life.

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Second Sight
Second Sight

Action 03 September 2004

Second Sight is another proposal of Free Radical Design studio, which became famous mainly due to the TimeSplitters series released on the platforms of the new generation as well as the hit Goldeneye 007 on Nintendo 64.

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Up: The Video Game
Up: The Video Game

Action 26 May 2009

Departure is a humorous adventure game based on Pixar's excellent animated film. The player gets to know the adventures of Russell and the retired Carl Fredricksen, who set off on a journey through exotic corners of the world. The title was produced by Heavy Iron studio development team.

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Quake Champions
Quake Champions

Action 18 August 2022

Another installment of the legendary series of first-person shooters developed by id Software. The series became very popular mostly thanks to its great and well-balanced multiplayer modes. Quake Champions concentrates on that aspect of the gameplay and lacks a classic campaign mode. Instead, it features dynamic gameplay for many players. The matches are played in a few varied PvP modes.

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Pine
Pine

Action 10 October 2019

Pine is an open world action adventure game developed for PCs. While playing, we try to survive on a mysterious island, full of predators and intelligent races, whose behavior is controlled by advanced modules of artificial intelligence, capable of causing major changes in the whole ecosystem.

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BlockStarPlanet
BlockStarPlanet

Action 06 July 2014

Unusual production, in terms of gameplay and graphics reminiscent of Minecraft studio Mojang AB. The game offers a great deal of freedom, allowing you to create your own boards and explore locations made by others. The title was developed by MovieStarPlanet ApS.

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Priest Simulator
Priest Simulator

Action 06 October 2022

Priest Simulator is a humorous simulation game, in which the player plays a clergyman. A typical day of a priest consists of, among other things, preaching, exorcisms, administering sacraments for a fee, and fighting against evil in its broadest sense.

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The Messenger
The Messenger

Action 30 August 2018

A hybrid of a classic platform game and of a metroidvania game. The player assumes the role of a ninja warrior who must save his village.

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World War II Combat: Iwo Jima
World War II Combat: Iwo Jima

Action 20 June 2006

Another first person perspective title, referring to the events taking place during the Second World War. The Groove Games programmers, without being discouraged by the rather cool reception of World War II Combat: Road to Berlin, propose a campaign taking place in the Far East.

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Lollipop Chainsaw (2012)
Lollipop Chainsaw (2012)

Action 12 June 2012

Lollipop Chainsaw is a pastiche style horror class B dynamic third person perspective action game (TPP), produced by Grasshopper Manufacture studio. The player directs the actions of an 18-year-old cheerleader who, equipped with a reliable chain saw, deals with the zombies roaming her high school grounds.

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Renegade X
Renegade X

Action 26 February 2016

An online FPS which is a spiritual successor to the 2002’s Command & Conquer: Renegade. The game was developed by Totem Arts, a studio established by the fans of the series, and its action is set in the popular C&C universe. The title offers a short single player campaign, but it focuses primarily on multiplayer competition.

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War of Rights
War of Rights

Action 03 December 2018

An online shooter taking place during the American Civil War. The game was developed by Campfire Games, for which War of Rights is the debut project. The developers introduced a number of historic campaigns that allow us to choose a side, as well as our duties on the battlefield – we can assume the role of a frontline soldier, or a general who controls the whole battle from the headquarters.

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Don't Starve Together
Don't Starve Together

Action 21 April 2016

A standalone expansion for the 2013’s well-received survival sandbox game, Don’t Starve. The main goal of the add-on is to transfer the core premise of the original title into cooperative multiplayer gameplay. In the game, we still explore the world, gather food, build a shelter, fight various enemies, and take care of the protagonist’s physical and mental health.

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Shenmue III
Shenmue III

Action 19 November 2019

Sequel to a japanese action-RPG series started in 1999 for Dreamcast console. Yu Suzuki, father of the series, is responsible for the production of Shenmue III in cooperation with Neilo studio. Since the game was released more than ten years after the debut of previous part of the series, it has been released for PC and PlayStation 4 console. Although the project had Sony’s backing, is was finished thanks to the support of fans on Kickstarter.

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Chivalry 2
Chivalry 2

Action 08 June 2021

Chivalry II is a continuation of the multiplayer first-person action game from 2012. Again, we are taking part in online clashes in a reality reminiscent of the Middle Ages. This time, however, they are on a larger scale and we can use horses in them.

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Starpoint Gemini 3
Starpoint Gemini 3

Action 05 November 2020

The third main part of the space saga combining the features of action RPG and space simulator. At Starpoint Gemini 3 we have an even bigger galaxy and NPCs to talk to. The game is created by the independent studio Little Green Men.

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Nine to Five
Nine to Five

Action 16 May 2022

First-person tactical shooter for many people, whose action is set in the near future. The title was created by a team led by a former Remedy Entertainment boss who worked on Max Payne, Alan Wake and Quantum Break.

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Uragun
Uragun

Action 30 March 2023

Dynamic science fiction shooter with action shown from above created by Polish studio Kool2Play. In Uragun, we control the mech and try to prevent a disaster caused by destructive AI.

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Chains of Fury
Chains of Fury

Action 16 September 2024

First-person shooter, which refers to the classics of the genre, but at the same time tries to enrich the old formula with new solutions. Polish Cobble Games and Art Games studios are responsible for the creation of this production.

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Amid Evil
Amid Evil

Action 20 June 2019

First-person action game inspired by such titles as Hexen, Doom, Unreal or Quake. Amid Evil offers brutal, dynamic gameplay and a range of different levels. Independent studio Indefatigable is responsible for creating the game.

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Quantum Error
Quantum Error

Action 03 November 2023

Quantum Error is a game combining elements of FPS and survival horror. During the game, we walk through Monad's headquarters attacked by an unknown enemy and face aggressive, mutant people.

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Beyond the Wire
Beyond the Wire

Action 31 August 2022

Beyond The Wire is a multiplayer team shooter set in the realities of World War I, where, playing the soldier of one of the three factions, together with other members of the group we fight for victory. Redstone Interactive is responsible for creating the game.

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Skul: The Hero Slayer
Skul: The Hero Slayer

Action 21 January 2021

A roguelike, created in the convention of an action platformer. In Skul: The Hero Slayer we play the role of the skeleton, which fights with the hordes of heroes, trying to save the enslaved Demon King and his minions.

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