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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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Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Middle-earth: Shadow of War

Action 10 October 2017

Middle-Earth: Shadow of War is a direct sequel to the well-received action-adventure game Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor. Just like the first game in the series, Shadow of War takes place in the world created by J.R.R. Tolkien. The game is presented from a third-person perspective. We can explore the rich, open world of the game by riding various steeds and by taking good use of the free-running movement system, similar to that from the Assassin's Creed series.

Minecraft: Dungeons
Minecraft: Dungeons

Action 26 May 2020

Minecraft: Dungeons is a spin-off of the popular Minecraft, an action adventure game set in the realities of fantasy. Players take on the role of daredevils trying to save the village from the army of monsters. Production allows you to play solo or in cooperative mode for up to 4 people.

The Legend of Korra
The Legend of Korra

Action 22 October 2014

Fantasy-based third person action game based on the license for the popular Nickelodeon animated series, screened in Poland as Legend of Korra. The game was created by Platinum Games, a studio known for cult Bayonetta. The action of the game takes place between events shown in the 2nd and 3rd season of the series. We move to the world in which people can control the elements of fire, earth, air or water.

Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom
Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom

Action 26 August 2016

A third-person action game developed by experienced Japanese developer Omega Force (Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors) and an adaption of highly popular anime TV series and manga, originally known as Shingeki no Kyojin. The plot is based on the comic books and takes us to grim, post-apocalyptic world, in which the remnants of humanity enclosed themselves in a series of towering walls after being nearly driven to extinction by gigantic Titans.

Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition
Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition

Action 27 October 2015

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.

Extinction
Extinction

Action 10 April 2018

An action-adventure game developed by Iron Galaxy that tells about a war between humans and powerful ogres. The developers of Extinction claim that while humans always kept fighting with each other, the aforementioned monsters were the real threat and they finally decided to step out of shadows. Only specially trained Sentinels can face them and there aren’t that many of them left. The player assumes the role of one of the last Sentinels – a warrior named Avil.

Dynasty Warriors 9
Dynasty Warriors 9

Action 13 February 2018

Another full-fledged installment in the popular series of third-person perspective action games with tactical features. The series is developed by the Japanese studio Omega Force. The story of Dynasty Warriors 9 is loosely based on the novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms that describes the Chinese civil war that occurred during the 2nd and 3rd century. The player can choose from a few dozen of varied characters, some of which are well known from the previous entries in the series.

Attack on Titan 2
Attack on Titan 2

Action 20 March 2018

A sequel to the 2016 game Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom. Attack on Titan 2 (also known in Europe as A.O.T. 2) was developed by Omega Force (the creators of e.g. Dynasty Warriors), which belongs to Koei Tecmo. The story was based on the second season of the anime series, but thanks to the cooperation of the franchise's original creator Hajime Isayama, it also features new plot threads. The production is a TPP action game.

Devil May Cry HD Collection
Devil May Cry HD Collection

Action 13 March 2018

A remastered edition of three first installments of the popular series of third-person perspective hack and slash games developed by Capcom. The saga started in 2001 on PlayStation 2 and it tells the story of a half-demon warrior named Dante, whose job is to fight evil. The gameplay mechanics of the game combine dynamic battles with adventure and platform game elements. A very spectacular combat system is the most famous feature of the game.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Jungle Awakens
Minecraft: Dungeons - Jungle Awakens

Action 01 July 2020

The first DLC for an action RPG adventure game Minecraft: Dungeons. In the Jungle Awakens we find ourselves in the jungle, where a mysterious power lurks. The add-on gives us three new missions, previously unseen enemies and equipment.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Creeping Winter
Minecraft: Dungeons - Creeping Winter

Action 08 September 2020

Second DLC expansion to hack'n'slash in the Minecraft universe. In Minecraft: Dungeons - Creeping Winter we go into the cold wilderness to face new challenges. The game is accompanied by a free update to the main game.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Howling Peaks
Minecraft: Dungeons - Howling Peaks

Action 09 December 2020

Minecraft: Dungeons - Howling Peak is an expansion to hack'n'slash Minecraft: Dungeons, offering several new locations, enemies and items.The game was created by Mojang Studios.

Bayonetta
Bayonetta

Action 18 February 2020

A dynamic third-person perspective hack-n-slash action game developed by Japanese studio Platinum Games led by Hideki Kamiya. The main protagonist, Bayonetta, is a sexy witch who, 20 years prior to the events depicted in the game, woke up in a chest at the bottom of a lake. She has no memories of how she got there or what happened before. Forced to fight against forces of Heaven that constantly attack her, the protagonist gradually learns new facts about her past.

Conan Chop Chop
Conan Chop Chop

Action 01 March 2022

Conan Chop Chop is a two-dimensional action adventure game with roguelike elements, characterized by black humour and cartoon graphics, which is set in the fantastic universe of Conan.

Undead Horde
Undead Horde

Action 15 May 2019

A game on the borderline of isometric RPG action and slash with elements of the strategy. In Undead Horde we play the necromancer, who tries to subjugate the whole fantastic land, leading to the battle of the title hordes of several dozen enemies.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Hidden Depths
Minecraft: Dungeons - Hidden Depths

Action 26 May 2021

Hidden Depths is the fourth paid DLC for the game Minecraft: Dungeons. The add-on offers new underwater locations, as well as tasks and items. It was developed by Mojang Studios.

Immortals: Fenyx Rising - The Lost Gods
Immortals: Fenyx Rising - The Lost Gods

Action 22 April 2021

The third big add-on to the RPG adventure game with RPG elements called Immortals: Fenyx Rising. The Lost Gods introduces a number of changes - we play the role of a new hero and like in the Diablo series, we watch the action from top-down view, fighting against hordes of enemies.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Flames of the Nether
Minecraft: Dungeons - Flames of the Nether

Action 24 February 2021

Flames of the Nether is the fourth paid DLC released for the game Minecraft: Dungeons. The add-on offers new missions and items related to the land of Nether. The expansion was developed by Mojang Studios.

Minecraft: Dungeons - Echoing Void
Minecraft: Dungeons - Echoing Void

Action 28 July 2021

Minecraft: Dungeons - Echoing Void is the sixth expansion to Minecraft: Dungeons. It takes us to the land of The End. The DLC concludes the story of the Arch-Illager and a group of heroes trying to defeat him.

Godfall: Ultimate Edition
Godfall: Ultimate Edition

Action 07 April 2022

Action game based on the looter shooter scheme, but set in a fantasy reality. Godfall focuses on single or cooperative melee encounters with computer opponents and developing the hero by acquiring new equipment.

Yasai Ninja
Yasai Ninja

Action 25 August 2015

An action game created by RECO Technology, an independent Spanish studio known for Toro. The players enter a fantasy universe inhabited by humanoid vegetables. Main heroes – Broccoli Joe and Kaoru Tamanegi – embark on a dangerous journey to find and defeat Kaoru’s former master, who has gone to the dark side. In Yasai Ninja, action is seen from a third-person perspective, while the gameplay is built around combat with numerous enemies and simple environmental puzzles.

Slain: Back From Hell
Slain: Back From Hell

Action 21 October 2016

Oldschool platformer with elements of a slasher game inspired by such classic titles as Shadow of the Beast or the early installments in the Castlevania series. Slain! is a debut production of independent studio Wolf Brew Games. You play as a sole hero named Bathoryn, who tries to liberate the game’s fantasy world from the tyranny of seven evil lords residing in seven high towers. Each level in Slain! is split into two different sections.

Ender of Fire
Ender of Fire

Action canceled

An arcade hack'and slash game with action set in a typical fantasy universe. During the game we play the role of a warrior, mage or archer, who together fight stronger and stronger opponents and bosses. The title has a local multiplayer mode for three people.

Arslan: The Warriors of Legend
Arslan: The Warriors of Legend

Action 16 September 2015

An action game developed by Omega Force, based on a fantasy novel entitled Arslan Senki. The production uses the script and character models prepared with a comic adaption in mind. Moreover, the game features voice actors known from the anime TV series. The action of Arslan: The Warriors of Legend takes place in a fictional world inspired by Persian history and culture. After the mysterious death of his father, the prince of Pars is forced to flee for his life.