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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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Colt Canyon
Colt Canyon

Action 16 June 2020

Roguelike in a westerne climate, made in the form of a dynamic twin-stick shooter. In Colt Canyon, we play the role of a hero, who wanders through randomly generated levels to save his partner and return home safely.

Ape Out
Ape Out

Action 28 February 2019

An independent beat'em up game, which casts the player in the role of a mad gorilla that is trying to escape from captivity. The player's task is to complete subsequent, procedurally-generated corridors, as well as to deal with hordes of enemies, both soldiers and guards. The game is played from a top-down view and the only thing the protagonist can rely on is the power of his own muscles. With his hands, the gorilla crushes the enemies, but can also grab and throw them.

Milanoir
Milanoir

Action 31 May 2018

An oldschool shooter game by Italo Games, utilizing a top-down perspective. Milanoir is set in Milan during the 1970s. The protagonist is Sacchi Piero, who was framed for murder and sentenced to a life in prison. However, he manages to leave the prison in unclear circumstances and from now on his goal is to find the person responsible for his incarceration. During the game, you explore Milan and eliminate enemies, using a wide range of firearms and such weapons as Molotov cocktails or grenades.

Tempest 4000
Tempest 4000

Action 22 March 2022

Another entry in a classic s-f representative of the so-called tunnel shooters genre. The game was developed by Llamasoft, led by Jeff Minter, who also created a remake of the original arcade version of Tempest for Atari Jaguar back in 1994. Just like in the earlier games from this series, this one is also about controlling a "claw-shaped" space ship that moves in a network of tunnels.

BUTCHER
BUTCHER

Action 28 September 2017

A science fiction two-dimensional retro shooter by TransHuman Design. In BUTCHER, we assume the role of a cyborg who is programmed to kill humans on sight. The action is presented in a classical side view, and the gameplay is focused on traversing post-apocalyptic locations and eliminating encountered enemies. The protagonist fulfills this goal with several kinds of weapons, including, among several other things, a chainsaw that is a sort of a nod to the creators of Doom.

Darksiders Warmastered Edition
Darksiders Warmastered Edition

Action 02 April 2019

A refreshed edition of Darksiders – an action-adventure game from 2010, prepared mainly with eight generation consoles in mind (PlayStation 4 and Xbox One). We assume the role of War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. As a result of a conspiracy, he initiates the end of the world prematurely, for which he is punished by being stripped of most of his powers and exiled to Earth.

Double Dragon: Neon
Double Dragon: Neon

Action 21 December 2020

New version of the classic walking Double Dragon fight from 1987. Like the original, it allows two people to have fun at the same time, who take on the role of brothers trained in martial arts, fighting with a dangerous gang.

Terminal Velocity: Boosted Edition
Terminal Velocity: Boosted Edition

Action 14 March 2023

Three-dimensional action game in which we sit at the helm of a prototype fighter and try to eliminate enemies invading the Earth. During the campaign we visit various planets and carry out a number of missions aimed at defeating an alliance of enemies.

Radiant Silvergun
Radiant Silvergun

Action 13 September 2022

Re-edition of the shooting known from arcade and SEGA Saturn consoles. We sit at the controls of a futuristically designed fighter, eliminating enemy units appearing on the screen. We play alone or work with a second player in cooperation.

Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath HD
Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath HD

Action 23 January 2020

Refreshed edition of the fourth part of the popular Oddworld series, in which as the title stranger we deal with chasing carnivores, rogue after the immersed in lawless universe of the game. HD Edition is primarily about improved high-definition graphics, remodeled characters and locations, as well as improved sound and three levels of gameplay difficulty.

Bayonetta 2
Bayonetta 2

Action 16 February 2018

Sequel to the dynamic fantasy slasher developed by Platinum Games studio led by Hideki Kamiya, the creator of the Devil May Cry series. In contrast to the original game that was released on every major seventh generation console, Bayonetta 2 is a WiiU exclusive. The game continues the story of a very attractive witch who has to fight the forces of good and defeat legions of enemies. The game features dynamic action and an interesting combat system.

Doom II: Hell on Earth
Doom II: Hell on Earth

Action 26 July 2019

A continuation of the 1993's bestselling FPP shooter, once again developed by the experienced creators from id Software. Action takes place after events of the first part, when our hero, after having defeated alien hosts on Mars, returns home with an intention of ending his military career. It soon becomes clear, however, that the legions of hell were not completely defeated as they reach the Earth and launch a successful invasion.

Captain Blood
Captain Blood

Action December 2024

Captain Blood is an action adventure game, the third installment of the Age of Pirates series, developed by the Russian development studio Akella. The plot is based on the motifs of Rafael Sabatini's book. The player directs the actions of the title pirate captain, sailing on the restless seas and oceans at the end of the 17th century.

Blade of Darkness
Blade of Darkness

Action 24 November 2022

Centuries after the creation of the Sun, Moon and Earth, evil awakens on earth, spreading terror and havoc. You need a chosen one who will bear the holy sword to victory and eventually defeat the enemy.

El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron
El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron

Action 28 April 2024

Three-dimensional action game with a TPP perspective, with a number of arcade stages shown in 2D. As God's messenger named Enoch, we descend to Earth to kill the fallen archangels and their allies. The game has a unique graphics with a very unusual style, which makes it stand out from other productions of this type.

Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn
Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn

Action 05 June 2018

A reboot of a classic 1994 fighting game whose main protagonist is a former NBA player, Shaquille O'Neal. The new version was created by Big Deez Productions and contrary to the original game (which had as many supporters as it had opponents back in the 90s), Shaq-Fu: A Legend Reborn is a modern-day fighting game, which combines elements of such classics as Streets of Rage or Street Fighter with features of 3D action games, such as Devil May Cry.

The Flame in the Flood
The Flame in the Flood

Action 12 October 2017

A post-apocalyptic survival action game created by The Molasses Flood, an indie developer studio that hires several industry veterans who previously worked on such titles as BioShock, Halo, or Guitar Hero. The game’s protagonist is a woman named Scout, who, together with her dog, follows a long river in search of a rescue awaiting at the river’s far end. The game’s world is inspired by typical American landscapes, such as national parks, the Mississippi Delta, or Bayou.

Enter the Gungeon
Enter the Gungeon

Action 14 December 2017

A unique mix of a classic dungeon crawler and a dynamic, two-dimensional shooter from the debuting American studio, Dodge Roll. We play as a hero seeking for the legendary weapon that can change the past of a distant planet. To achieve his goal, he must explore the eponymous ancient temple where many dangers and surprises await him. Featuring a top-down view, the game tasks us with exploration of randomly generated levels of the temple.

Paladins: Champions of the Realm
Paladins: Champions of the Realm

Action 12 June 2018

A multiplayer-oriented first person action game developed by Hi-Rez. The action takes place in a slightly unusual fantasy world featuring advanced technology, including firearms and vehicles. Ironically, all of the technological advancements present here are powered by magic. The gameplay focuses on online battles between small groups of players controlling characters belonging to different available classes, each having distinctive weapons and four unique skills.

Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition
Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition

Action 26 September 2019

Complete edition of Darksiders II, a TPP action game released in 2012, now remastered for the eight generation consoles by Nordic Games, who gained the license after the closure of THQ company. In the game you become one of the legendary Horsemen of the Apocalypse, trying to solve a complex intrigue and help one of his brothers, who got into some serious troubles.

Sniper Elite III: Ultimate Edition
Sniper Elite III: Ultimate Edition

Action 01 October 2019

The complete edition of Sniper Elite III: Africa – another installment of the popular stealth/shooter series developed by Rebellion. In the game, one assumes the role of Karl Fishbourne, a sharpshooter sent to the African front where he has to face elite Afrika Korps units supported by Tiger tanks, which spread terror among the Allied forces.

Bright Memory: Infinite
Bright Memory: Infinite

Action 21 July 2022

A first-person shooter made by an independent Chinese studio named FYQD. The action takes place in the realm of science fiction, and the combat system places great emphasis on elements such as conventional firearms, the use of melee weapons, and spectacular attack combinations.

Sail Forth
Sail Forth

Action 21 December 2022

Action game in which we play the role of sailors traversing the dangerous waters of the picturesque archipelago. In addition to sailing at Sail Forth, we also acquire the resources needed to expand our fleet and face pirates and monsters.

Radirgy Swag
Radirgy Swag

Action 10 January 2022

A classic vertical shoot 'em up. In Radirgy Swag we control a small flying ship, destroying hundreds of enemies and collecting many types of power-ups. One of the unique features of the title is a system of dynamic missions.