Action Video Games71
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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Halo 5: Guardians
Action 27 October 2015
The fifth major installment in a bestselling science fiction FPS game franchise, whose consecutive editions were exclusively released for different generations of Microsoft consoles. This is the first iteration dedicated to Xbox One, developed by 343 Industries - the studio responsible for the previous installment as well as a low-budget production Halo: Spartan Assault. In terms of the plot, this new title is a sequel to the previous game, and follows the events of Halo 4.
Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare
Action 25 February 2014
A spin-off of to the popular tower defense game series, depicting rivalry between the eponymous plants and hordes of zombies. Developed by the creators of the franchise, PopCap Games studio, the production is recommended for those who love humorous, fast-paced gameplay combining elements of strategy with third-person action. We control a selected plant and try to protect our defensive structures against incoming hordes of enemies.
Cabela's African Adventures
Action 15 October 2013
Another item in the genre of hunting games branded with the logo of the American chain of shops with equipment for hunters. In accordance with the title, in Cabela's African Adventures we take part in a virtual hunt for the most popular specimens living in African areas.
Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z
Action 18 March 2014
Action game created by Comcept studio, which was founded by Keji Inafune, creator of Dead Rising, Onimusha, Mega Man series and the most important titles from the Resident Evil series. The production is a side title of the Ninja Gaiden series.
Sengoku Basara Collection HD
Action 30 August 2012
A set of three refreshed versions of the Sengoku Basara series that were originally released on PlayStation 2 and Wii. The graphic design of the titles has been significantly improved compared to the originals, as well as additional options and trophy support.
Soldier Front 2
Action 03 July 2013
Soldier Front 2 is a continuation of the 2007 FPP shooter, the action of which takes place in an alternative future. The world is plunged into wars, and in addition, the Earth is beginning to be invaded by aliens who want to destroy all the inhabitants of the planet.
Sleeping Dogs: The Year of the Snake
Action 12 March 2013
The Year of the Snake is a six mission long feature add-on DLC for Sleeping Dogs. This time, Wei Shen, a detective, has to face the cultists who took to the streets of Hong Kong and began murdering people in order to secure their place in paradise.
Medal of Honor: Heroes 2
Action 08 February 2007
The next installment of the popular shooting, in which the action is observed from the perspective of the first person. We play the role of an American intelligence officer, performing missions in the back of the enemy.
Turning Point: Fall of Liberty
Action 26 February 2008
First person shooter, prepared by Spark Unlimited studio (already playing Call of Duty: Finest Hour), offers us an alternative look at the Second World War.
Secret Service: Ultimate Sacrifice
Action 04 November 2008
Secret Service: Ultimate Sacrifice is a spectacular action game with tactical FPS elements, created by Tigon development studio. The player plays the role of the title secret service agent, who tries to save the President of the United States and the most important people in the country after the bloody assassination by a group of extremists.
Scrapland
Action 04 November 2004
Expansion of the action game, which was developed by MercurySteam Entertainment development studio. During the game we play the role of a robot - D-Tritus, who arrives in Chimera, the capital of a huge asteroid called Scrapland.
killer7
Action 06 July 2005
The vengeful Harman Smith is coming! Play as a professional murderer, who has extraordinary abilities - he can assume 7 different personalities, and each of them has different properties and abilities. The cruel Kun Lan is just waiting for you to stumble. Don't be fooled and keep your eyes wide open!
Shadow Harvest: Phantom Ops
Action 15 April 2011
Shadow Harvest is a tactical shooter, a combination of a sneaky with a shooter, in which the events taking place on the screen are observed from the perspective of a third person. The team from Black Lion Studios is responsible for the title.
The Incredible Hulk
Action 27 May 2003
The Incredible Hulk is an arcade game in which we take control of the titular superhero, known from the comics. The game refers to the 2003 film Hulk, starring Jennifer Connelly and Erik Bana.
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror
Action 14 March 2006
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror is a 3D action game released by Sony Computer Entertainment. The series dates back to the times of the first PlayStation.
Project: Snowblind
Action 23 February 2005
Project: Snowblind is a first person shooter (FPS) in the realities of science fiction, whose creation is the responsibility of the Crystal Dynamics development team. The plot of the main campaign is set against the background of a civil war in China and the player takes on the role of one of the futuristic super-soldiers involved in this conflict. In addition to the solo mode, the creators of the game envisaged the possibility of multiplayer battles with a maximum of 16 participants.
Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Action 14 June 2011
An action game set in a very popular universe of variable shape robots. Transformers: Dark of the Moon refers to the events presented in the film under the same title.
Urban Chaos: Riot Response
Action 19 May 2006
Zero Tolerance: City Under Fire is an FPS game set in a metropolitan environment. We take control of Nick Mason, a member of the elite law enforcement team created after numerous gangster incidents on the streets of the metropolis. Our protagonist often gets to the very centre of riots in order to pacify the troubled people and restore the statutory order in this way.
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 - Vietnam
Action 18 December 2010
An expansion pack intended exclusively for the multiplayer mode of the tactical FPS Battlefield: Bad Company 2 by EA Dice. The expansion casts the players into the harsh reality of the titular Vietnam War and features five entirely new maps, none of which lacks the distinctive elements of the said conflict. Therefore, the countless trenches, tunnels, and narrows will make for excellent locations in which you can ambush your opponents.
America's Army: Rise of a Soldier
Action 16 November 2005
America's Army was once one of the most realistic tactical action games simulating the actions of a modern soldier on the battlefield. The game was created to persuade young people to join the American army.
Hydrophobia Prophecy
Action 29 September 2010
Hydrophobia is a Blade Interactive third party view adventure game (TPP). The player directs the actions of Kate Wilson, who on board the Queen of the World has to face a dangerous terrorist group and her greatest fear - water. The game has been enriched with logical puzzles.
SAS: Anti-Terror Force
Action 04 November 2005
Tactical action game, in which we observe the action from the perspective of the first person. We play the role of head of the anti-terrorist team and take part in risky actions in different parts of Europe.
CT Special Forces: Nemesis Strike
Action 01 March 2005
Three-dimensional action game in which the action is observed from the third person's perspective (TPP). It's worth mentioning that we're dealing with a rather unusual conversion, because the game was originally released on the GameBoy Advance console.
The First Templar
Action 06 May 2011
Third person action game with RPG elements, created by Bulgarian studio Haemimont Games, known from such titles as Tropico 3, Grand Ages: Rome or Imperium Romanum. The action of the game is set in the 13th century and we play as the titular Templar named Celian, who is accompanied by a noblewoman Marie, accused of heresy, and a friend from the order Roland. Together they set off in search of the legendary Holy Grail, uncovering deeply hidden Templar secrets.