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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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Dynasty Warriors 8
Dynasty Warriors 8

Action 28 February 2013

The eighth edition of the series of action arcade games based on one of the most famous Chinese historical novels - Legend of the Three Kingdoms. The title does not introduce revolutionary changes to the beaten formula, extending the gameplay with new elements and re-introducing solutions from previous parts.

PS3

Bayonetta 2
Bayonetta 2

Action 20 September 2014

Sequel to the dynamic fantasy slasher developed by Platinum Games studio led by Hideki Kamiya, the creator of the Devil May Cry series. In contrast to the original game that was released on every major seventh generation console, Bayonetta 2 is a WiiU exclusive. The game continues the story of a very attractive witch who has to fight the forces of good and defeat legions of enemies. The game features dynamic action and an interesting combat system.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare – Kolekcja 3: Chaos Pack
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare – Kolekcja 3: Chaos Pack

Action 13 September 2012

Collection 3: Chaos Pack is a set of DLC add-ons for best-selling Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 studio Infinity Ward. The package includes four new missions, three multiplayer maps and a new fun mode - Spec Ops Chaos. The box edition of the extension includes a code for downloading digital content via the Steam platform.

PC

MDK 2 HD
MDK 2 HD

Action 13 October 2011

Graphically refreshed version of the third person shooter from BioWare studio. Kurt Hectic returns and again has to defend the world against nasty aliens. This time, however, we manage not only him, but also the mighty armed dog Max and doctor Hawkins, who is very good at solving riddles.

PC

Grand Theft Auto: Double Pack
Grand Theft Auto: Double Pack

Action 31 October 2003

Two excellent and cult games for the price of one. The "Double Pack" includes Grand Theft Auto III and Vice City tuned to the capabilities of the Xbox.

XBOX

Dead Island: Ryder White
Dead Island: Ryder White

Action 01 February 2012

Ryder White is a feature addition to the Polish action game Dead Island, in which we fight against zombies conquering the tropical island of Banoi. We play the full version of Ryder White and we can look at the famous events from a different perspective.

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NieR Replicant
NieR Replicant

Action 22 April 2010

NieR Replicant is a third-person action game developed by the popular Japanese company Square Enix. The story is set in a world overrun by monstrous creatures and a virus called Black Scrawl. As the titular Nier, we set out to find a cure for the infected daughter.

PS3

GoldenEye 007: Reloaded
GoldenEye 007: Reloaded

Action 01 November 2011

An improved edition of the 2010's GoldenEye 007 - the remake of the classic first-person shooter for Nintendo 64. The player assumes the role of James Bond, the legendary MI6 agent, who travels around the world in search of the eponymous Golden Eye, a mysterious Russian satellite weapon of immense firepower. Although the game is based on the 1995's film, the player will visit locations which were not present in the movie.

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Under The Ocean
Under The Ocean

Action canceled

Sandbox platformer, in which we try to survive on the archipelago of mysterious islands. We must provide shelter, get water and food, construct our own objects and defend ourselves against predators. In addition to survival, exploration of the virtual world also plays an important role.

PC

Sir, You Are Being Hunted
Sir, You Are Being Hunted

Action 01 May 2014

An unusual first-person shooter featuring open-world environment, created by an independent studio, Big Robot. The game ridicules the habits of British aristocracy. The action takes place in an alternative version of Great Britain, swarming with intelligent robots that wish to destroy every human they lay their lenses upon. The player takes control of one of their potential victims, whose mission is simply to survive.

PC

Intruder
Intruder

Action 01 March 2019

First-person tactical shooter focusing mainly on multiplayer games. Playing mechanics and arranging levels reward cleverness and stealth skills. The authors provided access to a mass of ingenious gadgets to set traps on enemies. The game offers both competition and cooperation modes.

PC

Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation
Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation

Action 28 June 2012

Online action game set in the universe of Gundama. The title allows players to sit at the helm of powerful mosses and take part in the battles of two six-person teams of big robots.

PS3

Slain: Back From Hell
Slain: Back From Hell

Action 24 March 2016

Oldschool platformer with elements of a slasher game inspired by such classic titles as Shadow of the Beast or the early installments in the Castlevania series. Slain! is a debut production of independent studio Wolf Brew Games. You play as a sole hero named Bathoryn, who tries to liberate the game’s fantasy world from the tyranny of seven evil lords residing in seven high towers. Each level in Slain! is split into two different sections.

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At the Mountains of Madness
At the Mountains of Madness

Action TBA

At the Mountains of Madness is an action-packed adventure game. The production is kept in a horror mood, and its plot was inspired by the short story "In the mountains of madness" by H. P. Lovecraft. We play the role of a geologist taking part in a scientific expedition to Antarctica. He has to face both harsh climatic conditions and monsters straight from the worst nightmares.

PC

Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition

Action 20 March 2013

Definitive release of Duke Nukem 3D, the legendary 1996 FPS, which includes all the published add-ons, as well as the original and extended edition of the stand.

PCPS3PSV

Paladins: Champions of the Realm
Paladins: Champions of the Realm

Action 08 May 2018

A multiplayer-oriented first person action game developed by Hi-Rez. The action takes place in a slightly unusual fantasy world featuring advanced technology, including firearms and vehicles. Ironically, all of the technological advancements present here are powered by magic. The gameplay focuses on online battles between small groups of players controlling characters belonging to different available classes, each having distinctive weapons and four unique skills.

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Crows: Burning Edge
Crows: Burning Edge

Action 27 October 2016

A third-person perspective action game with beat ’em up elements, created by Bandai Namco Entertainment, based on Crows, a popular Japanese manga that tells a story of a group of high-school delinquents. The plot of the game rather faithfully recreates the events known from the comic and the movies based on it. We assume the role of Harumichi Bouya, who is transferred to an infamous high-school - the Suzuran All-Boys, infested by a gang of young bandits.

PS4PSV

Dragon Quest Heroes II
Dragon Quest Heroes II

Action 27 May 2016

An action game with numerous RPG elements. Similar to its predecessor, it is a spin-off title in the Dragon Quest franchise by Square Enix, and although it retains a similar atmosphere, it offers several new solutions. The plot of Dragon Quest Heroes II references the events of its predecessor. Despite the lack of any direct links to the core Dragon Quest productions, there are a few familiar faces to see here.

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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - The Bright Lord
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - The Bright Lord

Action 24 February 2015

The Bright Lord is the second DLC to Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor developed by Monolith Productions. The expansion takes us to the distant past where we play as Celebrimbor. Remembering how much the Dark Lord hurt his family, Celerbrimor declares war on Sauron and tries to stop him from getting his hands on the Ring of Power. Unlike Talion, the protagonist of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - The Bright Lord can use the power of the One Ring.

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Mass Effect Galaxy
Mass Effect Galaxy

Action 22 June 2009

A two-dimensional action game with RPG elements, designed for mobile devices owners, embedded in the universe of the best-selling game Mass Effect by BioWare studio. In the production we play the role of Jacob Taylor's former alliance agent, who tries to thwart the plans of Batarian terrorists. The gameplay is divided into a top-down skillfulness part and numerous feature scenes, during which we talk to key independent characters.

iOS

Windborne
Windborne

Action canceled

Windborne is a Hidden Path Entertainment-produced sandbox game set in a fantastic land full of ancient ruins and levitating islands. Players construct buildings, complete missions, trade, fight and solve logical puzzles.

PC

Skinny & Franko: Fists of Violence
Skinny & Franko: Fists of Violence

Action 28 April 2023

A sequel of the Polish fighting game developed by World Software in 1994. After more than two decades, the creators have decided to work on a continuation. You assume the role of Franko from the original title, who was washing dishes in Great Britain for years. Finally, he makes up his mind and goes back to his hometown in Poland. The hero’s turbulent past got him into new trouble, which assault him already on his way home.

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Six-Guns
Six-Guns

Action 08 December 2011

Inspired by the console hit Red Dead Redemption, the third-player action game set in the Wild West. We play the role of Buck Crosshawa, who has to face not only other revolvers, but also supernatural beings lurking in the wilderness of Arizona.

PCANDiOSWP

BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode One
BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode One

Action 12 November 2013

The first official story expansion for BioShock: Infinite, created by Irrational Games. Burial at Sea - Episode One is a nod to the fans of the first two parts of the series, for it brings the players back to one of the alternative dimensions of the underwater metropolis known as Rapture. The player is put in the shoes of Booker DeWitt, a detective whose job, at Elizabeth's request, is to find a girl named Sally - a character from the actual BioShock: Infinite.

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