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RPG 25 July 2013

A 2D RPG developed by Japanese studio Vanillaware. The game combines elements of such genres as classic beat’em up games, platformers and fantasy RPGs. In Dragon’s Crown the player becomes a hero looking for gold and glory. Together with his companions, the protagonist is trying to obtain the eponymous treasure hidden deep in an underground labyrinth. In order to reach their objective, the heroes must pass through forgotten ruins and face monsters inhabiting them.

Action 26 July 2016

A science fiction action-adventure game by Bandai Namco, based on the manga and anime series known outside Japan as The Asterisk Wars. A.W. Phoenix Festa takes place on an island, the surface of which is mostly occupied by a modern metropolis and the campuses of six rival magic schools. You can play as either the series' protagonist, Ayato Amagiri, or an anonymous Seidoukan school student.

Action 15 December 2016

An action game developed by Japanese studio Aquire. Gameplay mechanics of Akiba’s Beat are similar to the previous production of the developer – Akiba’s Trip: Undead & Undressed. It combines RPG, beat’em up and visual novel features. The second installment of the series once again takes place in one of the most famous districts of Tokyo – Akihabara. The citizens of the district are caught in a time loop due to which they are endlessly repeating one day.

Action 12 June 2014

Another game developed by Ganbarion and set in the One Piece manga universe. This time around, the main protagonist – Monkey D. Luffy – and his friends get to the Forgotten Island, ruled by an extremely ambitious pirate, who goes by the name Red. Our protagonists are left with no other choice but to set up a base in Trans Town and embark on a quest to defeat Red and his henchmen.

Action 28 August 2012

A "walking" brawl, developed by the creators of Tomb Raider - Core Design studio, realized in the third person perspective. In the game we play one of the four characters trying to stop the booming of the crazy Dr. Zening. Disappointed by prophecies about the imminent end of the world, he decides to bring an apocalypse to mankind on his own.

Action canceled

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.

RPG 28 March 2013

Muramasa: The Demon Blade is a two-dimensional mix of action game and RPG, whose action is set in a fantastic and mythical version of Japan.

Fighting 19 March 2014

Arcade fight, produced by Namco Bandai's development studio. Players have the opportunity to embody their favourite characters known from Jump comic magazines (including Goku Son, Vegeta, Toriko and Zebra) and take part in spectacular duels in five arenas. The game has been designed primarily for multi-player fun.

Action 28 November 2013

Self-contained extension for Dynasty Warriors 8. Produced by Omega Force studio, the addition introduces two new heroes, changes in Commander Mode, as well as a system of online rankings. Apart from novelties, the production also has the whole content of the basic version of the game.

Action 19 December 2013

The next installment of the side series of Dynasty Warriors series, in which we control mechs known from TV series and films. The action was placed in the Gundama universe. Players again fight hordes of opponents, both in single and multiplayer mode, developing the abilities of selected pilots and improving their machines.

Action 18 June 2014

A three-dimensional beat 'em up game in which we play the role of one of the survivors trying to survive in a city controlled by a zombie. Players can use a variety of weapons and equipment as they pass through linear levels that are full of enemies.

Action 22 November 2012

Malicious, is an action game presented from the perspective of a third person. Players take on the role of an ethereal warrior, who has to defeat 5 powerful creatures and guards who guard them. With the defeat of the boss, we gain his special ability/defense, which we will use in the next duels.

Fighting 29 August 2012

Digital reissue of the third-person action game Fighting Force 2, which was originally released in 1999 on PlayStation and Dreamcast consoles. In the game we play Hawk Manson, known from the original, who is sent on a secret mission to a company suspected of cloning people. Compared to its predecessor, the title departs slightly from the classic "beat 'em up" genre, offering much more shooting elements.

Fighting 19 March 2014

An extended version of the three-dimensional fight, which debuted in 2014 on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita. Players have the opportunity to embody their favourite characters known from Japanese comic magazines Jump and take part in spectacular duels in many arenas.

Action 26 March 2015

One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 is another installment of the third-person action game series that mixes the mechanics from the cult Japanese hack-and-slash Dynasty Warriors with the world of the popular One Piece manga. The game was developed by Omega Force and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The protagonist of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 is a pirate named Luffy whose biggest dream is to become the Pirate King.

Arcade 18 August 2015

An action game developed by Tribute Games with two-player multiplayer cooperation in mind. The gameplay is based on an incredibly simple formula — combat takes place on an arena that spans across the entire screen, which is then invaded by subsequent waves of enemies, such as orcs, skeletons, and goblins. In Curses 'N Chaos, the player assumes the role of a mighty warrior or an arcane arts mistress.

Adventure 07 November 2013

Three-dimensional adventure game with RPG elements and a combat system known for its beat 'em up production. Players hunt for vampire-like creatures that impersonate ordinary Tokyo residents. During the adventure we will visit one of the most famous districts of the city - Akihabara.

Fighting 18 September 2013

Side-scrolled 2D fight, produced by Mediatonic studio. The player's task is to win the sympathy of the audience, watching a theatrical performance about the adventures of a 19th century demonologist - Baron Dashforth and his assistant - Scampwick Steerpike. The game is distinguished by cartoon graphics and a good dose of humour.

Strategy canceled

A stylish game developed by Team Colorblind, an independent studio based in Phoenix, Arizona. The game combines elements of two seemingly incompatible video game genres – turn-based strategy and brawler. The story is set 20 years before the Spanish Conquistadors came to America, and the player is tasked with expanding the Aztec empire, collecting taxes, and handling various randomly generated events.

Action canceled

A colourful combination of rhythmic production and classic beat 'em up. Players take on the role of a brave hamster named Pimm, fighting against a gang who kidnapped his grandfather and took control of the previously peaceful and friendly city of Hamsterdam.

Fighting 27 November 2018

Two-dimensional beat'em up that pays respects to the classic titles of the genre. We play the role of a mysterious hero, whose main task is to fight with encountered enemies.

Action 19 March 2019

The next installment of the Fate cycle, which is at the same time a direct continuation of Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star. As in the case of the previous title, we are dealing with a third-player action game, a gameplay model somewhat reminiscent of the Dynasty Warriors series.

Action 11 February 2015

An upgraded version of the fourth installment in the Samurai Warriors series, which came out for the tenth anniversary of the franchise. Developed by Omega Force, the game was released not only for Sony consoles, but also for PCs. The game is a conventional TPP hack-and-slash, featuring spectacular battles. Samurai Warriors 4-II is set in Feudal Japan, and the player takes part in subsequent skirmishes, fighting both smaller groups of enemies and entire armies.

RPG 16 August 2016

A two-dimensional action RPG modeled after a cooperative fighting game from arcade machines. The action of Dungeon Punks takes place in a fantasy world where humans lead contemporary-style lives, but the role of technology was taken over by omnipresent magic. The protagonists are couriers who accidentally discover the dark secrets of the RezCorp insurance company who resurrect their clients in case of death.