1. Grand Theft Auto V (2013): This record-breaking game offers a massive open world filled with a diverse roster of playable characters. The sheer amount of content keeps players coming back for more.
2. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (1998): Regarded by many as the greatest video game of all time, this classic action adventure title inspired countless games that followed.
3. Resident Evil 4 (2005): This Capcom classic breathed new life into the survival horror genre, featuring tense, action-packed gameplay and an intriguing storyline to keep players hooked.
4. Doom (2016): Fast-paced, frantic and brutal, the newest Doom game re-imagines the classic formula of running and gunning with modern sensibilities.
5. God of War (2018): This latest installment in the God of War series reinvigorates the series with a more grounded story and a new setting, while still offering the visceral combat fans have come to love.
6. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007): Set in a contemporary world, the game was a departure from the franchise’s World War II roots, and heralded the beginning of the series’ dominance of the first-person shooter genre.
7. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain (2015): The final chapter in the Metal Gear Solid series brought players a stunning open world filled with variety and slick stealth gameplay.
8. Bayonetta (2009): This stylish and often over-the-top action game amazed gamers with its slick visuals and fluid combat system.
9. Half-Life 2 (2004): Valve’s classic FPS game that broke boundaries in terms of not only graphics but storytelling and physics engine.
10. Ninja Gaiden (1988): One of the earliest action games, Ninja Gaiden brought stunning visuals and classic gameplay mechanics that have paved the way for countless games that have followed.
These are just a few of the countless action games that have graced our screens over the years. Whether you’re a fan of shooters, platformers or anything in between, there’s sure to be an action-packed title to suit your taste.
