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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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Veterans Online
Veterans Online

Action TBA

Multiplayer shooter in MOBA convention. It is the first title of the independent developer Nuke Cockroach studio and is distributed in free-to-play model with microtransactions. Veterans uses isometric view and focuses on online PvP battles of teams or individual players. We take control of the titular veterans and fight on 30 different battlefields using a vast array of weaponry, various combat vehicles and useful gadgets.

PC

Metal Gear Survive
Metal Gear Survive

Action 20 February 2018

A spin-off to the popular series from Konami, mixing cooperation-oriented play style with stealth and survival elements. Metal Gear Survive creates an alternative version of the events seen in Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeros, in which the oil rig housing the self-appointed country has been destroyed by XOF, a ravenous military wing of CIA.

PCXONEPS4

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle

Action 18 January 2017

A classic beat'em up game developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game is based on the license of the Power Rangers TV series popular back in 1990s. The titular teenagers are the characters the players assume control of in the game, supported by mysterious Zordon. The heroes have to face the forces of evil represented by the ominous Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd - they want to destroy the Earth and try to achieve it by sending in more and more powerful monsters.

PCXONEPS4

BioShock 2 Remastered
BioShock 2 Remastered

Action 16 September 2016

A remastered version of the second installment of the popular BioShock series that was initially released in 2010 for PC and the 7th-generation consoles. In the game, we are once again taken to the underwater city of Rapture, featured in the original BioShock, and the gameplay is focused on exploration, solving puzzles, and fighting encountered hostiles.

PC

Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus
Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus

Action 28 February 2013

Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus is available for PCs Japanese action game. The story tells the story of the rivalry between the three ninja schools. The game focuses on fighting spectacular battles, during which we perform impressive stunts and use a variety of attack techniques.

PCPSV

Overwatch
Overwatch

Action 24 May 2016

A multiplayer first-person shooter developed by Blizzard and the first production of this genre in the portfolio of the creators of cult series such as Diablo, Warcraft, and Starcraft. The game is set in a future where peace is ensured by the eponymous organization, established decades ago for protection against attacks by renegade robots.

PCXONEPS4Switch

The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies - Fight for Middle-Earth
The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies - Fight for Middle-Earth

Action 08 December 2014

A hack’n’slash action game based on Peter Jackson’s movie The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies. The game enables the player to participate in the titular battle as a supporter of one of the sides of the conflict. The player can lead a three-person team of men, elves, dwarves or orcs. Each race features various advantages and disadvantages. However, this has little meaning on the battlefield as the combat mechanics are always similar (the only exception is the elves who are using bows).

ANDiOS

Running with Rifles
Running with Rifles

Action 03 April 2015

Running with Rifles is a 2D top-down shooter developed by a one-person Finnish studio Modulaatio Games. The game features open world and RPG elements. We play as a soldier who, along with his company, has to take over an enemy base, and at the same time protect his own from being taken over. Maps on which the game takes place are around one square kilometer big. There are up to fourteen camps, divided between a couple of factions, on each of them.

PC

Survarium
Survarium

Action 05 January 2015

A first-person MMO shooter developed by the Ukrainian studio Vostok Games. Survarium is set in a post-apocalyptic universe of a near future, where human civilization lost a war against the forces of nature. Players take command of one of the remaining humans, who now gather in small groups in order to survive in this hostile environment. The players meet up in instances, and the missions they have to undertake often require cooperation in small teams.

PC

Arenas of Glory
Arenas of Glory

Action 01 January 2007

Arenas of Glory is a free-to-play, MMO-based action browser game developed by Bigpoint. Players have the opportunity to take on the role of ancient gladiators and fight to the death and life against thousands of enemies and wild beasts of all kinds.

WWW

Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number
Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number

Action 10 March 2015

The follow-up to a hit action game from 2012. Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is a production of an independent studio Dennaton Games, the developer duo of Jonathan “Cactus” Söderström and Dennis Wedin. The player controls a bandit, who, provided there is a payoff, undertakes a number of risky jobs. Depending on the mission conditions, the hero can be either forced to avoid a direct confrontation, or brutally eliminate all enemies.

PCPS5XSXPS4PS3ANDPSV

Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z
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.

PCX360PS3

Heat Death: Survival Train
Heat Death: Survival Train

Action 12 December 2024 (early access since 12 December 2024)

A first person survival game, taking place in a frozen world. In Heat Death: Survival Train we control the titular train, using it for shelter, exploration and a defense from enemy drones. We traverse the icy world, gathering supplies and expanding our mobile base.

PC

Atomic Picnic
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.

PC

Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist
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.

PCPS5XSXPS4Switch

Kill Knight
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.

PCPS5XSXXONEPS4Switch

Jurassic Park: Survival
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.

PCPS5XSX

Marvel's Blade
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.

PCXSX

Welcome to ParadiZe
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.

PCPS5XSX

Tribes 3: Rivals
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.

PC

Blade Chimera
Blade Chimera

Action 2025

An action platformer metroidvania. Blade Chimera has us playing as the warrior Shin, traversing a dystopian sci-fi world, cutting down hordes of monsters while trying to remember his past.

PCSwitch

Soldat 2
Soldat 2

Action 22 September 2020

The 2D shooter and a direct continuation of the popular title from 2002 - Soldat. The game emphasizes multiplayer. It was developed by Polish independent developer Michal "MM" Marcinkowski (he belongs to Transhuman Design studio, which is responsible for releasing the game).

PC

Warm Snow
Warm Snow

Action 19 January 2022

Action game with roguelike elements. In Warm Snow we find ourselves in a fantastic land inspired by the Far East and we play the role of a warrior who faces hordes of monsters trying to restore order in the land.

PCPS5XSXXONEPS4SwitchANDiOS

Ecumene Aztec
Ecumene Aztec

Action 2026

A TPP action adventure game with RPG, stealth and survival elements. Ecumene Aztec is set in the 16th century Mesoamerica, having us play as an Aztec warrior, needing to choose whether we'll side with our people or support the conquistadors during the war.

PC