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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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Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Tides of War
Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Tides of War

Action 27 May 2003

A first-person shooter belonging to one of the most popular game franchises ever created. The player witnesses an alternative course of the Second World War, in which Hitler struggles to create an army of undead super soldiers. The player is put in the shoes of B.J. Blazkowicz - an American commando, whose task is to eliminate the source of the threat located in the titular Castle Wolfenstein.

Project: Snowblind
Project: Snowblind

Action 23 February 2005

Project: Snowblind is a first person shooter (FPS) in the realities of science fiction, whose creation is the responsibility of the Crystal Dynamics development team. The plot of the main campaign is set against the background of a civil war in China and the player takes on the role of one of the futuristic super-soldiers involved in this conflict. In addition to the solo mode, the creators of the game envisaged the possibility of multiplayer battles with a maximum of 16 participants.

Yager
Yager

Action 23 May 2003

A futuristic, arcade simulator in which, as a pilot of Magnus Tide combat planes, we experience extremely interesting adventures, full of surprises, secrets and betrayals.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Action 03 November 2003

An action game with RPG elements – The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, developed by Visceral Games in cooperation with EA Redwood Shores, is based on the license of a hit movie by the same name. The game allows the players to assume roles of over a dozen characters known from the silver screen – one can play as Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, and many others. Player’s task is to destroy The Ring of Power and defeat the Dark Lord Sauron.

Thief: Deadly Shadows
Thief: Deadly Shadows

Action 11 June 2004

The third installment in the bestselling first-person stealth series, Thief, developed by Ion Storm studio - team composed mostly of developers responsible for the first two parts of the series. The story of Thief: Deadly Shadows is independent from its predecessors, though once again we play the part of well-known thief named Garrett who was the main protagonist of the previous games as well.

Gun Metal
Gun Metal

Action 30 June 2002

A dynamic action game originally developed for Xbox and then ported to PC. Gun Metal takes players to a distant future in which humanity moved to the planet of Helios after they had been expelled from Earth by aliens. After a long time of peace, another alien attack puts the mankind’s existence in danger. The only hope of salvation seems to be the technologically advanced Havoc Suit that is capable of transforming itself from a powerful mech into a jet fighter.

6GUN
6GUN

Action canceled

6GUN (Six Gun) is a tactical action game that focuses on the activities of modern special forces. Fans of this type of gameplay have the role of commander of the assault team called Gunslinger, which is a part of SOCOM (Special Operations Command) special forces.

ShellShock: Nam '67
ShellShock: Nam '67

Action 03 September 2004

ShellShock: Nam '67 is a war action game (TPP) created by the Guerrilla team and Eidos. Just like such popular titles as Battlefield Vietnam, Men of Valor: Vietnam or Vietcong, it takes players to the reality of the Vietnam War, one of the most controversial conflicts of the 20th century.

Van Helsing
Van Helsing

Action 06 May 2004

A dynamic action game based on a film directed by Stephen Sommers. We play the role of the title character of the undead conqueror and set off to duel with the forces of evil.

BloodRayne 2
BloodRayne 2

Action 12 October 2004

Sequel - a great action/TPP game by Terminal Reality development team, whose market debut took place in May 2003. Once again we play the title character BloodRayne - a half-man, a half-vampire - who fights against supernatural forces threatening the world.

Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death
Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death

Action 17 October 2003

Judge Dredd: Dredd vs Death is a Rebellion studio-produced first person shooter with comic heros in the lead role. The action of the game is set in the futuristic metropolis of Mega-City One. The player takes on the role of the title police officer who, without disguise, tries to stop all criminals.

Panzer Dragoon Orta
Panzer Dragoon Orta

Action 12 January 2003

Continuation of hit action games from the Sega Saturn console. We play the role of the title Orta sitting on the back of a creature resembling a classic dragon. Complete ten exceptionally complex levels.

Bully
Bully

Action canceled

Also known by the title Canis Canem Edit, Bully is a controversial action game developed by Rockstar Games. Originally, it was released for PlayStation 2, it was soon followed by Scholarship Edition for the next generation of consoles and PCs. The story takes place at the fictional Bullworth Academy, which combines an elite education facility with re-socialization grounds for juvenile offenders. The player assumes the role of a teenager who is trying to survive in these unusual circumstances.

Black
Black

Action 24 February 2006

The Black story takes you to Eastern Europe, where as one of the members of a special strike group you are fighting terrorism. You have at your disposal a standard arsenal, known from FPS games, with the difference that this time it has been truly "pampered".

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Action 09 December 2003

The first adventure game based on the best-selling novel written by J.K. Rowling about a young wizard – Harry Potter. The main protagonist is trying to develop his magical potential in Hogwarts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Futurama
Futurama

Action 01 August 2003

Futurama is an adventure and arcade game based on the popular animated series of the same name, aired since 1999 and created by the fathers of the famous cartoon series The Simpsons. Developers will try to see on screen the characteristic cartoon graphics (three-dimensional environment and characters, made in goal-shading technology), experience many funny situations, etc.

Darkwatch
Darkwatch

Action 16 August 2005

"Darkwatch : Curse Of The West" is an action game genre shown from a first person perspective (FPP). The action of this position was placed in the scenery of the Wild West, terribly popular recently among game creators. This position is being created in the buildings of Sammy Studios company, which has, among others, a series of "Guilty Gear" battles.

Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams
Tak 2: The Staff of Dreams

Action 14 October 2004

The Staff of Dreams is a continuation of the three-dimensional platform game Tak and the Power of Juju based on the animated series under the same title. The action takes place in a prehistoric reality in which magical powers called Juju function. The title character Yes is a young student who is just beginning to use them.

Midway Arcade Treasures 2
Midway Arcade Treasures 2

Action 04 October 2004

A set of classic arcade games. 20 well-known and liked hits from years ago in the second installment, directly from their publisher - Midway.

TimeSplitters 2
TimeSplitters 2

Action 17 October 2002

Timesplitters 2 is a continuation of a quite original shootout in which we travel in time. While preserving the specific atmosphere of the first movement, elements have been added that have made the game much more engaging.

From Russia with Love
From Russia with Love

Action 01 November 2005

From Russia with Love is an expanded, dynamic action/TPP game, telling about the adventures of popular agent 007, i.e. James Bond. This product is largely based on the 1963 feature film (Greetings from Russia), although it does not lack new themes and events.

Driver: Parallel Lines
Driver: Parallel Lines

Action 14 March 2006

The fourth installment of the popular car series launched in 1999, allowing players to take on the role of the titular driver in the service of the mafia. After the critical reception of the third installment in the series, the developers from Reflections Interactive studio decided to modify the mechanics and diversify the story. The action takes place in two time horizons: in the present day and in the 70s. We meet the main character as an arrogant 18-year-old with above-average driving skills.

Vietcong: Purple Haze
Vietcong: Purple Haze

Action 15 September 2004

Vietcong: Purple Haze is a special edition of the highly acclaimed tactical first person shooter (FPS) - Vietcong, produced by the Pterodon studio. In addition to the base game, the package includes the Vietcong extension: Fist Alpha, introducing new storylines, additional missions and maps, as well as optional weaponry.

Dr. Muto
Dr. Muto

Action 11 November 2002

Dr. Muto is an unusual platformer in which the main character was made.... a mad scientist. Seemingly idiotic ideas turn out to be extremely appropriate to a given situation, and at the same time they are fun. Dr. Muto created and released the Midway company.