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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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The Making of Karateka
Action 29 August 2023
An interactive documentary dedicated to an iconic fighting game from the 1980s, developed by Jordan Mechner - the creator of Prince of Persia. The Making of Karateka showcases the creation process of one of the 1980s most iconic games.
Lunar Lander Beyond
Action 23 April 2024
A 2D action game focusing on space exploration and maintaining the crew's sanity. Lunar Lander Beyond was developed by Dreams Uncorporated, a studio owned by Atari - the same company responsible for the first Lunar Lander from 1979.
Vernal Edge
Action 14 March 2023
Vernal Edge is a 2D fantasy metroidvania platformer. The game emphasizes exploration and combat against hordes of enemies using melee weapons and destructive spells.
Gori: Cuddly Carnage
Action 29 August 2024
A TPP slasher in which we play the titular kitten slaughtering hordes of enemies. In Gori: Cuddly Carnage we find ourselves in a world overrun by mutant toys that have knocked out all of humanity and now destroy anything they deem not cute enough.
Rhythm Sprout
Action 01 February 2023
The second installment of an action adventure series with survival horror elements, developed by independent One Gruel Studio. In Heaven Dust 2 we play as Steve, who must escape a research facility infested with zombies and other bloodthirsty monsters.
TEVI
Action 30 November 2023
A side-scrolling action platformer metroidvania. In TEVI the player traverses a dangerous fantasy world.
DC's Justice League: Cosmic Chaos
Action 10 March 2023
An action game in which we, as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, travel through Happy Bay, fighting antagonists and gradually approaching the clash with the number one target - Mr. Mxyzptlk. DC's Justice League: Cosmic Chaos can be played solo or in local co-op mode.
They Always Run
Action 19 May 2022
An action platform game in which we play as a bounty hunter traversing the galaxy and hunting down bandits. The main character of They Always Run has a third arm, which we control directly; it is useful both in combat and during exploration.
Asterix & Obelix XXXL: The Ram from Hibernia
Action 27 October 2022
Action adventure game with beat'em up elements. In Asterix & Obelix XXXL: The Ram From Hibernia we find ourselves in Hibernia (Ireland), which we have to defend against an invasion from the Romans, while rescuing the golden ram of the local chief.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
Action February 2025
A sequel of a well-received title, combining elements of action adventure, RPGs and soulslikes. Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter has us play as Arlo who is the Warden of the Wastes. We explore cold northern regions, trying to deal with a new threat of the Dark Wings.
Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster
Action 28 February 2024
A remastered version of a 1995 FPS. Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster was developed by Nightdive Studios and features upgraded visuals.
Skull Island: Rise of Kong
Action 17 October 2023
A third-person action adventure game, developed by the Chilean studio IguanaBee and published by GameMill Entertainment. It stars the young Kong, before his reign as the King of the Skull Island.
Crow Country
Action 16 October 2024
A retro survival horror action adventure game. Crow Country stars Mara Forest, traversing a closed amusement park, facing horrifying danger while searching for answers.
Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi
Action TBA
A third-person action adventure game inspired by The Legend of Zelda, the works of Studio Ghibli and Studio Chizu. Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi has us playing as a Guardian and a Monk, working together to save their fantasy world from the dark forces.
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
Action 13 February 2025
The remastered version of a 2013 brawler. Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate tasks us with defeating the villainous Phantom. The game runs on the Unreal Engine 5, introduces new content and many improvements across the board.
Gargoyles Remastered
Action 19 October 2023
The remastered version of a 1995 action platformer. Gargoyles Remastered has us playing as Goliath, a gargoyle on a quest to destroy a corrupted amulet, the Eye of Odin. The game features refreshed visuals, audio and new functionality.
From Space
Action 03 November 2022
A twin-stick shooter, in which we fight off an alien invasion. From Space supports solo play and online co-op.
Arksync
Action April 2025
A 2D platformer primarily focused on using weapons in combat, enriched with roguelike elements. Arksync offers a sci-fi setting and the action takes place on the Deimos moon. We have to face mechanical armies of opponents, controlling a fast moving battle droid.
Downward: Enhanced Edition
Action 04 June 2024
A refreshed and expanded version of the FPP action adventure game from 2017. Downward: Enhanced Edition features a pilgrim who travels the post-apocalyptic Earth seeking an artifact. We can use various parkour skills and we need to defeat many enemies along the way.
Blasphemous II: Mea Culpa
Action 31 October 2024
A large expansion for the metroidvania with platforming and soulslike elements. Blasphemous II: Mea Culpa offers new quests related to the titular sword. There are also new locations, bosses, NPCs and a completely new ending designed for the Penitent One protagonist.
The Eternal Life of Goldman
Action 2025
A classic platforming game from the authors of This is the Police series. In The Eternal Life of Goldman we watch the action from the side, travelling through beautiful levels filled with enemies, traps and terrain obstacles. We use various powers and gadgets to our advantage.
Anomaly Agent
Action 25 January 2024
A 2D action adventure platformer set in a quasi-cyberpunk world. Anomaly Agent stars Agent 70, battling enemies with various weapons and acquiring emotions through dialogue, spending them on various upgrades.
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
Action 2025
An isometric hack & slash game with roguelike elements, clearly inspired by Hades. Lost in Random: The Eternal Die takes us through procedurally generated locations. It's our job to fight with enemies using melee combat, ranged attacks and dice throws.
Killing Time: Resurrected
Action 17 October 2024
A remastered version of the FPP shooter from 1996, created by Nightdive Studios known for reviving classics. In Killing Time: Resurrected we visit a cursed mansion during the 1930s, dealing with hordes of monsters with the help of various weapons and solving puzzles.