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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. more

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DUST 514
DUST 514

Action 14 May 2013

DUST 514 is a MMO production by CCP studio, the creators of the popular EVE Online, combining the dynamics of FPP shootouts and the need to use sophisticated tactics known from real time strategies.

Dead Space 2: Severed
Dead Space 2: Severed

Action 01 March 2011

A major DLC for the second installment of the science-fiction third-person shooter series by Visceral Games. It is available exclusively for the owners of the console version of Dead Space 2: Severed and tells the story of two heroes, Gabe and Lexine, whom we know from Dead Space: Extraction, a spin-off to the franchise. In the game, we assume the role of Gabe who tries to escape the Sprawl space station alongside his companion while fending off hordes of necromorphs.

Golden Axe
Golden Axe

Action 06 July 2011

A side-scrolling fighting game classified as a slasher, set in a fantasy world, and a conversion of the hit production from arcade machines of the SEGA company. Action of Golden Axe takes place in a land of Yuri, invaded by a barbarian named Death Adder, who kidnapped the king and his daughter, wanting to take possession of the legendary golden axe. Three heroes arise to fight him: a barbarian, a dwarf, and an amazon, each of them specializing in a different type of weapon.

Metal Gear Solid
Metal Gear Solid

Action 21 March 2008

A tactical action game with stealth features, developed by Konami, as well as continuation of the Metal Gear series, which began over a decade earlier on 8-bit MXS computers. The story takes place in the not-so-far future and tells about an attack of a dangerous terrorist organization on a secret military base in Alaska.

Destiny
Destiny

Action 09 September 2014

A futuristic, first-person perspective action game developed by Bungie Software – the creators of the iconic Halo series. The title takes place in a distant future, in 28th century, when humanity is on the brink of destruction at the hands of an alien civilization. The players assume the roles of Guardians who, thanks to the unusual abilities drawing power from an alien ship hanging above the Earth, are the only humans capable of facing the destructive force from space.

Killer is Dead
Killer is Dead

Action 27 August 2013

Killer is Dead is an action game, in which players get to use melee weapons to eliminate their enemies. The game has been developed by the Japanese studio Grasshopper Manufacture known for Lollipop Chainsaw and two installments in the No More Heroes series.

Rambo: The Video Game
Rambo: The Video Game

Action 21 February 2014

A first-person perspective rail shooter based on the Rambo movie series. The game was developed by Polish studio Teyon Games known for its Heavy Fire series. The story campaign in Rambo: The Video Game consists of a series of missions inspired by movies First Blood, Rambo: First Blood Part II and Rambo III. The player can fight soulless law enforcers in Hope city, free the captives held in Vietnamese jungle and help the Afghan guerillas.

The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct
The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct

Action 19 March 2013

First person shooter (FPS) based on the motives of The Walking Dead television series. The game was produced by Terminal Reality, a development studio whose output includes such titles as BloodRayne, Aeon Flux and Ghostbusters: The Video Game. The plot of The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct presents adventures of Dixon brothers - Daryl (you play as this character) and Merle. After the outbreak of zombie epidemic heroes are trying to get to Atlanta, where supposedly was set safe zone.

Hotline Miami
Hotline Miami

Action 25 June 2013

Developed by independent studio Dennaton Games, a brutal retro-style action game resembling the classic first installment in the Grand Theft Auto series. The action takes place during the 80s in the titular Miami. The main hero is a muscular ruffian who after receiving mysterious calls recorded on an answering machine commits a series of violent acts. Missions come down to murdering everyone in a given location. The protagonist can execute stealth attacks as well as engage in open combat.

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.

Deadpool: The Video Game
Deadpool: The Video Game

Action 25 June 2013

An action game based on the popular comic series published by Marvel Comics. The game was developed by High Moon, studio known mostly for its Transformers games. The story of Deadpool: The Video Game focuses mostly on the antics of the sarcastic protagonist. The mercenary is trying to have his revenge on Mr. Sinister who caused Deadpool to fail in completing one of his contracts.

Cloudberry Kingdom
Cloudberry Kingdom

Action 30 July 2013

A classic two-dimensional platformer in which all levels are randomly generated by the game engine. Players can choose one of several difficulty levels, affecting the number of traps and obstacles appearing in the level created by the computer. The game also supports multiplayer mode.

Zombie Apocalypse: Never Die Alone
Zombie Apocalypse: Never Die Alone

Action 25 October 2011

Continuation of the arcade action game with zombies in the lead role. We play the role of four daredevils, who had to fight for survival with the hordes of the title opponents. The action is observed from a camera placed above the heroes.

Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand
Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand

Action 06 December 2011

An addition to the popular EA DICE shooter, which recalls classic maps, weapons and vehicles from Battlefield 2. The arenas from this production went down in the history of the genre and became the determinants for other games. Now we can play them again in a new version - each element has been reconstructed and tuned in Frostbite 2 technology.

Twisted Metal
Twisted Metal

Action 14 February 2012

Twisted Metal is the first installment of the popular series of automotive action games by David Jaffe and Scott Campbell addressed to PlayStation 3. The title will be created by a team of developers from Sony Computer Entertainment. Players have the opportunity to steer several types of vehicles (including helicopters) equipped with various weapons, wreaking havoc on the roads and in the ranks of enemies.

Super Stardust HD
Super Stardust HD

Action 28 June 2007

Remake of one of the most popular space shooters. Again we play the role of a pilot of a futuristic fighter, eliminating the asteroids appearing on the board.

Bleach: Soul Resurreccion
Bleach: Soul Resurreccion

Action 23 June 2011

Action game with elements of fighting referring to the popular animated series Bleach. 21 playable characters with different skills are available in the production. During the game we visit a dozen or so locations and fight with our opponents. The visual setting was made in a typical manga style with the use of cell-shading technique.

Yakuza: Dead Souls
Yakuza: Dead Souls

Action 09 June 2011

Yakuza: Dead Souls is a third person perspective action game (TPP) produced by Amusement Vision studio. Players direct the actions of the protagonists of the two earlier editions of the Yakuza series and set off to help the inhabitants of Kamurocho district, which was hit by a mysterious plague. The game is based on spectacular clashes with hordes of zombies and monsters, which can be exterminated with a variety of weapons.

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.

PixelJunk SideScroller
PixelJunk SideScroller

Action 25 October 2011

PixelJunk SideScroller is a dynamic shootout designed for 2-person gameplay by Q-Games developers. Players steer small spaceships through caves full of obstacles, puzzles, traps and enemies. Dynamic play requires a lot of reflex and constant concentration.

The House of the Dead: Overkill - Extended Cut
The House of the Dead: Overkill - Extended Cut

Action 25 October 2011

The House of the Dead: Overkill - Extended Cut is an extended version of the popular "rail shooter", originally released on the Nintendo Wii console. The action of the game was set in the zombie-controlled town of Bayou City, where a player-controlled character is sent to exterminate the living corpses. While creating the Extended Cut edition, developers from Headstrong Games studio implemented full support for the PlayStation Move controller.

Way of the Samurai 4
Way of the Samurai 4

Action 03 March 2011

Another installment in the series of action games about the samurai. The series started in 2002 and has been developed ever since by the Japanese studio Acquire. The story in Way of the Samurai 4 is much more expanded in comparison to its predecessors. The game takes place in Japan in 1855 where an internal conflict takes place between the traditionalists and the advocates of technological development and cooperation with other countries.

God of War Collection
God of War Collection

Action 17 November 2009

A pack containing the first two games from the bestselling God of War series, remastered for the users of next generation consoles. In both games, originally released for PlayStation 2 in 2005 and 2007 respectively, we learn the story of the Spartan warrior Kratos, currently a hatchet man working for the Olympians. The gameplay is implemented in the form of a brutal third-person slasher, as we deal with a throng of mythological monsters and even mighty gods like Ares, or Zeus himself.

Noby Noby Boy
Noby Noby Boy

Action 29 January 2009

A very original arcade game designed by Keita Takahashi, the creator of the series Catamari Damacy. We play the role of a worm-like hero who has the ability to stretch his own body incredibly. At each level, the goal is to maximise the elongation of the form we control.