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Let’s revisit some of the best action games released in the year 2024, celebrated by both players and critics everywhere.
Action games are among the prominent genres in the industry, as they captivate players’ attention and keep them engaged. The year 2024 has brought some remarkable titles, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Batman: Arkham Shadow. These action-packed games deliver adrenaline-rushing sequences paired with compelling narratives.
When a game seamlessly combines captivating storytelling with a well-executed action sequence, it often results in groundbreaking titles like the ones featured in the list. Without further ado, let’s dive into the six best action games of 2024 that became huge sensational hits.
1) Black Myth: Wukong
Starting off the list with Game Science’s Black Myth: Wukong, the winner of the ‘Best Action Game’ at The Game Awards 2024. Widely regarded as the best action title of the year, the game features extraordinary visuals and unique gameplay mechanics, taking the Chinese gaming industry to new heights.
The Chinese mythology-based AAA game is adapted from one of the best Chinese novels, Journey to the West. The game delivers unstoppable action with a multitude of boss battles, set in Souls-like challenging combat mechanics. Players take up the role of the Destined One (Wukong) and explore Chinese traditions and folklore.
2) Helldivers 2
Our next pick is Sony’s action RPG Helldivers 2. The game was among the nominees in the Best Action Game category at TGA 2024 and also won two accolades at the event: Best Ongoing Game and Best Multiplayer Game.
In this multiplayer-focused third-person shooter, players fight against an army of alien forces protecting humanity. Arrowhead Game Studios did a brilliant job designing every enemy with unique characteristics and behavior, making the action sequences more dynamic and engaging.
3) Stellar Blade
Sony’s Stellar Blade is another post-apocalyptic action title nominated in the Best Action Game category at TGA 2024. The single-player action-adventure game is set in an abandoned world, where 7th Airborne Squad member Eve battles against Naytiba forces to restore humanity.
Developed by the Korean studio Shift Up, the game was heavily praised for its immersive battle system. The PS-exclusive title features a realistic post-apocalyptic horror environment filled with intense, fast-paced combat, where the action sequences are brutal, requiring an equal measure of brain and brawn to survive.
4) Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Ninja Theory’s Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is the sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. The horror action-adventure game follows the tormented journey of the Celtic warrior Senua across Viking Iceland. Along with some of the best action sequences, the game also excels in captivating narration, featuring cinematic immersion that drives players deeper into the storyline.
The combat mechanism emphasizes brutal combo-based battles, and the action sequences are superior to its predecessor. If you are looking for a brutal action game based on a psychological horror theme, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is the game for you.
5) Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Next up, we have an action title from Ubisoft’s popular franchise, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. The 2D platform game is set in the Prince of Persia series. Unlike most 2D platform games, this one follows a dynamic combat system, where you can manipulate time and space to your advantage.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown’s immersive storytelling, along with puzzle-solving, made it one of the top-tier games of the year. Fighting various enemies and mythological creatures using deadly combos and skills brings unstoppable action to fans of the long-running franchise. The title won the year’s TGA award for the ‘Innovation in Accessibility’ category.
6) Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Closing the list with Square Enix’s action RPG Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. It is the sequel to the Final Fantasy VII Remake and the second in the remake trilogy. The franchise is known for its excellent action and fast-paced combat, and the remake stays true to the original pattern by blending it with modern gaming aspects.
The combat in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth features real-time combat with fast-paced action similar to its predecessor. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth stands out as one of the best games of last year, earning nominations for GOTY and Best Game Direction and ultimately winning the award for ‘Best Score and Music.’
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