Action Video Games31
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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Transformers: Devastation
Action 06 October 2015
A third-person action game set in the universe of the popular Hasbro toy franchise. Contrary to the Transformers games released in recent years, the production by Platinum Games has nothing to do with Michael Bay’s movie series and is directly inspired by the animated TV series that aired in the USA in years 1984-87.
Mafia: The Old Country
Action 2025
The fourth part of the cult action game series, which is a prequel set in Sicily at the beginning of the 20th century. Mafia: The Old Country was developed by Hangar 13 (authors of Mafia III and Mafia: Definitive Edition) and uses Unreal Engine 5 technology.
Castlevania Advance Collection
Action 23 September 2021
A set of four games from the Castlevania series, three of which debuted on the Game Boy Advance handheld, and one of which first appeared on the SNES console. The Castlevania Advance Collection introduced a number of new features, such as the ability to save games and rewind time.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando
Action 2025
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a postapocalyptic FPS inspired by John Carpenter's movies. The players control titular commandos, hunting a monster turning people into zombies.
Hi-Fi Rush
Action 25 January 2023
Hi-Fi RUSH is a TPP rhythm action game, in which we face off against mechanical foes to the rhythm of music. The game tells the story of Chai, a "defective" aspiring rockstar, traversing a futuristic city with his allies and battling against an evil corporation.
Control Ultimate Edition
Action 27 August 2020
Control Ultimate Edition is a complete edition of Control by Remedy Entertainment studio (creators of Alan Wake and Max Payne series). The package includes the basic version and all DLCs (The Foundation and AWE).
Sorry We're Closed
Action 14 November 2024
A survival horror inspired by the first Resident Evil trilogy. The protagonist of Sorry We're Closed is Michelle. She is cursed by a demon and we can try to save her from it. The game combines static shots (during exploration) with first-person perspective (during combat).
The Devil Within: Satgat
Action 21 November 2024 (early access since 09 April 2024)
A 2,5D metroidvania with action platformer elements. The Devil Within: Satgat allows us to play the role of a hero fighting demons who invaded his homeland. The protagonist can absorb powers of defeated Arch Devils, gaining powers and losing humanity as a result.
Anthem
Action 22 February 2019
Anthem is a science fiction RPG with MMO elements developed by BioWare Edmonton, creators of games like the Dragon Age series and Mass Effect trilogy. The game takes place on an alien planet where humanity uses a gigantic wall to keep itself safe from monsters. We play as the so-called Freelancer, a person who goes behind the wall to study the planet and protect humanity from many potential dangers.
One Piece: World Seeker
Action 15 March 2019
One Piece: World Seeker is a PC adventure game, based on the manga and anime One Piece. You play as Luffy, a pirate, who can stretch his body like rubber. During the game, you explore an open world, complete quests, fight enemies, and complete platform and stealth challenges.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas
Action 22 November 2006
Another installment of the bestselling series of tactical FPS shooters, in which we follow the actions of the fictional Rainbow Six anti-terrorist squad, created by the famous writer Tom Clancy. This time the action takes us to the titular city of gambling, which has become a hotbed of dangerous terrorist outbreaks. In terms of mechanics, the game is a continuation of the line started in Rainbow Six: Lockdown, where meticulous tactical planning was abandoned in favor of more dynamic action.
Avatar: The Game
Action 01 December 2009
Avatar: The Game is an action game based on the blockbuster movie Avatar and developed by Ubisoft. The game depicts the events that took place before the action of the movie. Players end up on Pandora, right in the middle of the conflict between Na'vi - the locals, and the RDA corporation. Ryder, our protagonist, has to join one of the fighting parties. This decision influences the game's plot, ending, and gameplay mechanics.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Action 21 October 2003
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is an action game produced by Konami with a Third Perspective View (TPP), whose plot refers to a comic book series about the adventures of mutated turtles-ninja. The player has the opportunity to steer the actions of the four title heroes who are trying to foil the plans of demonic Shredder and his Foot Clan.
Samurai Warriors 2
Action 19 September 2006
Samurai Warriors 2 is a conversion of the TTP fight published by Koei in September 2006. The game was prepared by Omega Force studio, known mainly from the Dynasty Warriors series.
Dota 2
Action 09 July 2013
A fantasy MOBA game (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) that combines elements of real-time strategy, action RPG, and action adventure game. This title was produced by Valve Software as a follow up to the popular Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos modification, Defense of the Ancients. Just like the original mod, Dota 2 focuses on clashes of two teams made up of up to 5 people, each one controlling one hero. The key to victory is the proper usage of the unique abilities of the heroes and cooperation.
Skull and Bones
Action 16 February 2024
A pirate tactical action game developed by a Shanghai-based studio working under Ubisoft. Skull & Bones takes place during the golden age of piracy on the waters of the Indian Ocean. The player assumes the role of a corsair who commands his ship while gradually building up his reputation and amassing more loot.
Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army
Action 28 February 2013
Created with a view to playing in co-op mode action game, which is based on hit studio Rebellion - Sniper Elite V2. The main campaign takes place just before the fall of the Third Reich. Aware of the coming defeat, Adolf Hitler turns to dark rituals that turn the inhabitants of Germany into the living dead. A handful of surviving American, German and Soviet soldiers join forces to confront this new threat.
Call of Duty: Vanguard
Action 05 November 2021
The eighteenth main instalment of the Call of Duty series published by Activision. The developer behind this FPS is Sledgehammer Games - authors of the warmly received Call of Duty: WWII.
God of War: Ragnarok - Valhalla
Action 12 December 2023
Valhalla is a free DLC to God of War: Ragnarok, set in the titular Norse afterlife. The expansion is a roguelike, meaning permadeath and many random elements each run.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
Action 24 October 2023
A remaster compilation of iconic stealth games by Konami. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 is composed of Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater.
Forgive Me Father
Action 07 April 2022
An old school FPS, in which players travel to a world straight out of H.P. Lovecraft's works. In Forgive me Father we play as a priest or journalist, who are looking for answers to their questions, eliminating hordes of monsters.
Shadow Warrior 3
Action 01 March 2022
The next installment of a series of dynamic action FPP games from the Polish studio Flying Wild Hog. This time we go in pursuit of an ancient dragon to stop the end of the world. By the way, we knock out hordes of demons in brutal battles using katana and firearms.
SWAT Commander
Action November 2024
A tactical FPS inspired by the SWAT and Rainbow Six series. In Tactical Squad: SWAT Stories we command the titular elite squad. We must take our time to prepare for the missions and then exectute all of the steps perfectly to avoid casualties. We can play alone or in online coop.
I Am Your Beast
Action 10 September 2024
A dynamic FPP shooter from the authors of El Paso, Elsehwere. The protagonist of I Am Your Beast is a retired agent who starts a war with his former agency. The game takes places in open levels and we have many weapons and additional tricks to kill our enemies.