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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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Assassin's Creed III: The Tyranny of King Washington - The Redemption
Assassin's Creed III: The Tyranny of King Washington - The Redemption

Action 23 April 2013

The final episode of The Tyranny of King Washington expansion that adds a completely new story campaign to the third installment of the bestselling Assassin’s Creed series developed by Ubisoft. The Redemption finishes the story shown in two previous expansions, in which Connor, the main protagonist, faces a power-crazed version of George Washington. This time the action takes place in New York City.

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2013
Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2013

Action 04 December 2012

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2013 is the fifth installment of the hunting series of first person shooters (FPS), developed by the Slovak studio Cauldron. Players have the opportunity to face the most dangerous predators in different corners of the world. The game takes advantage of the innovative Top Shot Fearmaster controller.

Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two
Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two

Action 18 November 2012

Continuation of a three-dimensional platformer based on themes known from Disney's animated films. The player takes on the role of Mickey Mouse, which encounters many dangers on its way and has to face different opponents. The production is signed with the name Warrena Spectora.

Bayonetta
Bayonetta

Action 24 September 2014

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.

One Piece: Unlimited World Red
One Piece: Unlimited World Red

Action 12 June 2014

Another game developed by Ganbarion and set in the One Piece manga universe. This time around, the main protagonist – Monkey D. Luffy – and his friends get to the Forgotten Island, ruled by an extremely ambitious pirate, who goes by the name Red. Our protagonists are left with no other choice but to set up a base in Trans Town and embark on a quest to defeat Red and his henchmen.

Jotun: Valhalla Edition
Jotun: Valhalla Edition

Action 09 September 2016

Set in Norse mythology, an independent action game with an arcade combat system. Jotun is a Kickstarter project. The title was initially released on PC, then published on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Wii U as an expanded edition called Jotun: Valhalla Edition featuring an additional game mode. Players are told the story of a Viking warrior named Thora who died an inglorious death. Before she passes through the gates of Valhalla, she needs to prove her worth to the Gods.

Gunscape
Gunscape

Action canceled

A game which combines first-person online shooter mechanics with elements of sandbox games such as Minecraft. It was developed by the independent studio, Blowfish. The game features unique, pixel art visuals and a single player story campaign which can be completed either by sticking to the storyline or re-shaping it by taking different actions.

Severed
Severed

Action 20 September 2016

A brutal, dynamic action game set in a fantasy world. It was developed by DrinkBox - a studio popular for such games as Mutant Blobs Attack or Guacamelee. The player assumes the role of a female warrior who realizes that she has lost her left arm. Traversing a land full of magic, fantasy civilizations and ancient ruins, the protagonist tries to discover the truth behind the mutilation.

Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate - The Deluxe Edition
Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate - The Deluxe Edition

Action 10 April 2014

A spin-off installment to the Warner Bros.’ Batman: Arkham series, initially developed for handheld consoles. The story follows the plot of Batman: Arkham Origins, giving us the opportunity to experience more of Batman’s adventures from before when he became the Dark Knight. The action is set in the eponymous Blackgate prison, where Batman has to quell an inmate riot. Arkham Origins Blackgate is a classical beat ‘em up fighting game.

BloodBath
BloodBath

Action canceled

BloodBath is a Freedom Factory produced action game with a third person perspective (TPP). Players play the role of gladiators of the world of the future and take part in bloody duels, the stake of which is the title of the best warrior.

Super Smash Bros.
Super Smash Bros.

Action 21 November 2014

Another entry in the fighting game series that began in 1999 and is an exclusive franchise of Nintendo’s consoles. The most characteristic feature of Super Smash Bros. is the appearance of characters known from other top-selling series of the Japanese developer. It isn’t different this time, with over 50 characters available, known from such franchises as Super Mario, Donkey Kong, Pokemon, or Legend of Zelda.

Legend of Kay Anniversary
Legend of Kay Anniversary

Action 29 July 2015

A modern version of a classic PlayStation 2 TPP action game from 2005, developed by Untold Games studio. Legend of Kay Anniversary takes place on an island inhabited by peaceful cats, who lived in harmony with the nature and other animals. But this came to an end when an army of gorillas arrived, sent by the evil emperor Shun. We play as the eponymous cat, who must protect his village from Shun’s malicious schemes.

Slain: Back From Hell
Slain: Back From Hell

Action canceled

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.

Assassin's Creed III: The Tyranny of King Washington - The Betrayal
Assassin's Creed III: The Tyranny of King Washington - The Betrayal

Action 19 March 2013

The second episode of the trilogy of expansions to Assassin’s Creed III released in 2012 by Ubisoft. The expansion, called The Tyranny of King Washington - The Betrayal, tells the next part of the story started in the first DLC. The protagonist of the basic game, Connor, awakens in a reality in which he never became an assassin.

Yakuza 1&2 HD Edition for Wii U
Yakuza 1&2 HD Edition for Wii U

Action 01 August 2013

A collection of the first two parts of the popular Japanese action game series that was originally released on PlayStation 2. Both titles have been refreshed and boast an improved graphics design that supports high resolutions.

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara

Action 05 September 2013

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara is a compilation of two games produced by Capcom studio - Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom and Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow over Mystara. Both are two-dimensional walking beats enriched with RPG elements.

Bayonetta 2
Bayonetta 2

Action 20 September 2014

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.

Killer Freaks From Outer Space
Killer Freaks From Outer Space

Action canceled

FPS game maintained in the convention of humorous horror. The action takes place in London and our task is to repel the invasion of aliens. In addition to the campaign, there is an interesting multiplayer where one player uses a traditional pad to control the hero and the other uses the Wii U controller to play the role of aliens.

Devil's Third
Devil's Third

Action 04 August 2015

A third-person action game created by Valhalla Game studio and Tomonobu Itagaki, featuring both guns and melee weapons. The story takes place in a not so distant future in USA, where the Kessler effect - a situation in which accumulation of space trash becomes so big that two objects colliding cause a domino effect - becomes a fact.

ZombiU
ZombiU

Action 18 November 2012

An action-packed FPS that takes players to London, which has been captured by hordes of hungry zombies. During the game we have to collect appropriate equipment and weapons in different parts of the city, which is necessary to survive in unfavorable conditions. The title uses the unique features of the Wii U gamepad in a variety of ways.

The Avengers: Battle for Earth
The Avengers: Battle for Earth

Action 04 December 2012

The Avengers: Battle for Earth is an arcade game licensed by Marvel Comics. Players take on the role of title Avengers and can lead such superheroes as Captain America, Iron Man, Hulk, Black Widow, Thor and Hawkeye. The game requires a Kinect controller.

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge
Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge

Action 18 November 2012

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is a special version of the popular Ninja Team action game. The plot shows the struggle of ninja warrior Ryu Hayabusy against a dangerous corporation. The gameplay is characterized by dynamic scenes of fights with the use of white weapons.

007 Legends
007 Legends

Action 11 December 2012

007 Legends is an action game with a first person perspective (FPP) in a spy-like atmosphere. Players have the opportunity to play the role of James Bond and take part in a series of missions inspired by classic films with Her Majesty's agent. The title was produced by the Eurocom studio under license from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and EON Productions.

The Wonderful 101
The Wonderful 101

Action 23 August 2013

The Wonderful 101 is an arcade action game in which we control a group of superheroes fighting against an invader from space. The team can take various shapes, turning into huge weapons and objects useful in combat and exploration.