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GBA Action Video Games

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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LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy
LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy

Action 12 September 2006

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy is a continuation of one of the best made electronic and entertainment products of 2005. According to the subtitle, this time the developers focused on three episodes of the Star Wars film cycle, shot by George Lucas in 1977-1983.

Tomb Raider: Legend
Tomb Raider: Legend

Action 10 November 2006

The seventh major installment of the Tomb Raider series. As the previous parts of the game were not received very well, a new studio – Crystal Dynamics, with Toby Gard, the creator of the original series, in its ranks – was entrusted with the game. Setting-wise, the title goes back to its roots, which means exploring ancient tombs and catacombs. During the gameplay you will visit a number of exotic locations, including Himalayas, Bolivia, Peru, Japan, Ghana, Malaysia, England, and Kazakhstan.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Action 08 November 2005

Another virtual adaptation based on a book belonging to the series written by J.K. Rowling. The series revolves around the adventures of Harry Potter and his two friends: Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Action 26 June 2007

Published by Electronic Arts, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a game based on the fifth movie following the adventures of a young wizard. Similarly to all the previous installments, the game is available on multiple platforms and follows the formula developed by the previous Harry Potter games – the players are given an action adventure game, in which they observe the action from the third person perspective.

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

Action 10 November 2004

A computer game based on the very popular series of books for children "A Series of Unfortunate Events", as well as a film adaptation of the first three parts of the cycle (The Bad Beginning; The Reptile Room; The Wide Window).

Max Payne
Max Payne

Action 18 December 2003

Max Payne is a third-person perspective action game developed by the Finnish studio Remedy Entertainment. The protagonist is an undercover DEA agent whose task is to locate the source of Valkyr - a deadly new drug. Personally, Max is also seeking revenge against the murderers of his family. He falls victim to a conspiracy and gets accused of killing his supervisor. The creators were inspired by the crime stories from the 1940s and 1950s, Pulp novels, and the movie, The Matrix.

Spider-Man 3: The Game
Spider-Man 3: The Game

Action 04 May 2007

An action adventure game based on the third Spider-Man movie directed by Sam Raimi. The action is set in the city of New York, recreated with great attention to details. We assume the role of the eponymous superhero, who has to undertake a myriad of various quests. However, the story does not impose any specific path on us, letting us decide the mission order on our own.

Grand Theft Auto Advance
Grand Theft Auto Advance

Action 19 October 2004

Pocket version of one of the most popular and controversial games of all time. Grand Theft Auto Advance takes fans of the gangster lifestyle to the city known from the third part of the cycle, i.e. Liberty City.

Wings
Wings

Action 15 November 2002

Mobile edition of the classic Cinemaware studio air shootout, based on a software emulator of Amiga computer, on which the game debuted in 1990. While playing, we play the role of the 56th squadron pilot, who took part in battles against German planes during the First World War.

X-Men 2: Wolverine's Revenge
X-Men 2: Wolverine's Revenge

Action 15 April 2003

X-Men 2: Wolverine's Revenge is a third person perspective action game (TPP) based on the popular comic book series and Bryan Singer's film "X-Men 2". The player takes on the role of the title superhero, who is infected with the deadly virus X and has to get an antidote within 48 hours. Larry Hama, one of the creators of Wolverine's characters, is responsible for the script of the game. The title was produced by GenePool Software studio.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Action 14 November 2002

The second installment of the video game series following the adventures of Harry Potter based on the books written by J.K. Rowling. Young wizard, who is about to start his second year at Hogwarts, is bound to encounter new challenges.

Wolfenstein 3D
Wolfenstein 3D

Action 31 March 2002

A 1992 cult shooter game, often called the “forefather” of 3D FPS games. Wolfenstein 3D was developed by the famous studio id Software, also known from such titles as Doom or Quake. You play as William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, an Allied special forces spy, who undertakes dangerous missions on enemy territory. Blazkowicz is sent to Nazi Germany to infiltrate Castle Hollehammer, a secret base where research on creating a super-soldier is conducted.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Battle Nexus
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Battle Nexus

Action 19 October 2004

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 is a continuation of a virtual beat game, treating the adventures of a quartet of mutated turtles, eliminating all manifestations of evil with the help of Far Eastern martial arts. This program was created on the basis of the second series of cartoons about warlike reptiles.

Catwoman
Catwoman

Action 20 July 2004

Three-dimensional action game prepared by the in-house development studio of Electronic Arts. The story presented by him directly refers to the feature film hit of the same title from 2004.

Earthworm Jim
Earthworm Jim

Action 10 June 2001

An absurdly humorous, sidescrolled 2D platformer created by Shiny Entertainment development studio. The title character is an earthworm dressed in a cosmic suit, who tries to save the princess "As Her Name is" from the danger that threatens her. The game is maintained in the style of classic arcade run & guns.

Spider-Man: Battle for New York
Spider-Man: Battle for New York

Action 14 November 2006

The next installment of the adventures of the unbroken Spider saving the world. The game is an appetizer prepared by Activision for all fans of Marvel's universe heroes' struggle for the next, third part of Spider-Man's adventure film version.

Top Gun: Firestorm Advance
Top Gun: Firestorm Advance

Action 26 November 2002

Not too complicated flight simulator, clearly referring to the well-known sensational film. We sit at the controls of the fighter, performing dangerous missions. The action is observed in isometric projection.

The Little Mermaid: Magic in Two Kingdoms
The Little Mermaid: Magic in Two Kingdoms

Action 06 October 2006

The Little Mermaid: Magic in Two Kingdoms is a game created primarily for children. She is inspired by the animated film The Little Mermaid (Polish title: Little Mermaid) by the Disney Walt Disney label. The user has the opportunity to experience unforgettable adventures together with his favourite fairy tale characters, located in two kingdoms: on land and under water.

Power Rangers: Wild Force
Power Rangers: Wild Force

Action 19 August 2002

A classic two-dimensional brawl, referring to a TV series under the same title. In addition to the usual fights, we also take part in clashes of huge Zordas.

Smuggler's Run
Smuggler's Run

Action 25 September 2002

We play the role of the title smuggler and transport illegal goods. There are several dozen different vehicles to choose from. The game has an extensive singleleplayer and an equally interesting multiplayer (for 2 people).

DRIV3R
DRIV3R

Action 14 October 2005

The next installment of the popular series of three-dimensional action games, launched in 1999 on the Sony PlayStation. Again, we are directing the actions of an uncompromising policeman named Tanner, who infiltrates criminal structures to destroy them from inside.

X-Men: The Official Game
X-Men: The Official Game

Action 16 May 2006

Action game prepared in parallel with a movie entitled X-Men: The Last Stand. However, it is not based on the plot of the film, but is a kind of bridge between the second and third part of full-length screenings telling the story of the X-Men's feats.

Blades of Thunder
Blades of Thunder

Action 01 February 2005

A classic third person view shooter (TPP), in which we play the role of a combat pilot of a helicopter. We have a dozen or so extensive missions to overcome, played in a diverse environment.

Disney's Meet the Robinsons
Disney's Meet the Robinsons

Action 27 March 2007

Disney's Meet the Robinsons is an action game with adventure elements, based on computer animation (Polish title: Robinson's Family). The story is about a genius boy named Wilbur, who constructs a device to restore lost memories. It turns out, however, that this machine allows for unlimited travel in time.