Top Character Action Game Games
60+ character action game games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Action, Singleplayer, Hack and Slash, Spectacle fighter.
Recommended Character Action Game Games

ULTRAKILL
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultra-violent retro FPS that combines the skill-based style scoring of character action games with the unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weaponry and shower in their blood to regain your health.

Devil May Cry 5
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.
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- #1 ULTRAKILL98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 229,588 reviews2020Developer: Arsi "Hakita" PatalaPublisher: New Blood InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 6.9hMean: 33.0h≥1hr: 85%
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultra-violent retro FPS that combines the skill-based style scoring of character action games with the unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weaponry and shower in their blood to regain your health.
- #2 Devil May Cry 598% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 163,909 reviews2019Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 8.6hMean: 30.9h≥1hr: 88%
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.
- #3 METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 88,069 reviews2014Developer: PlatinumGamesPublisher: KONAMIPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 8.8hMean: 18.3h≥1hr: 84%
Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...
- #4 Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition94% matchVery Positive87% of 21,168 reviews2015Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 8.8hMean: 23.0h≥1hr: 87%
The smash-hit stylish action game DMC4 is back and better than ever, boasting new playable characters and game modes!
- #5 Devil May Cry HD Collection88% matchVery Positive93% of 22,708 reviews2018Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 5.2hMean: 22.3h≥1hr: 83%
The popular stylish action games Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, and Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition return in one collection!
- #6 Hi-Fi RUSH86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 35,318 reviews2023Developer: Tango GameworksPublisher: KRAFTON, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 9.6h≥1hr: 87%
Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.
- #7 Bayonetta87% matchVery Positive92% of 31,666 reviews2017Developer: PlatinumGamesPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.4hMean: 25.1h≥1hr: 84%
PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.
- #8 DmC: Devil May Cry85% matchVery Positive93% of 32,024 reviews2013Developer: Ninja TheoryPublisher: CapcomPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.6hMean: 16.4h≥1hr: 92%
In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.
- #9 SCARLET NEXUS79% matchVery Positive80% of 17,983 reviews2021Developer: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Publisher: BANDAI NAMCO EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 7.9hMean: 28.7h≥1hr: 80%
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.
- #10 Killer is Dead - Nightmare Edition78% matchMostly Positive74% of 8,671 reviews2014Developer: KADOKAWA GAMES / GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTUREPublisher: Deep SilverPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.0hMean: 5.6h≥1hr: 83%
Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!
- #11 Evil West76% matchMostly Positive74% of 12,941 reviews2022Developer: Flying Wild HogPublisher: Focus EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.5hMean: 8.5h≥1hr: 87%
A dark menace consumes the Old West. In solo or coop, fight with style in visceral, explosive combat against bloodthirsty monstrosities. Eradicate the vampiric hordes with your lightning-fueled gauntlet and become a Wild West Superhero.
- #12 Assault Spy76% matchVery Positive92% of 1,045 reviews2018Developer: WazenPublisher: NIS America, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 1.8hMean: 6.6h≥1hr: 61%
Dash, evade, and smash your way to the truth as the corporate spy, Asaru; or the reckless CIA agent, Amelia! Uncover the dark secrets of the Negabot mega corporation as you save the company from a hostile takeover. Assault Spy is a stylish, fast paced, pure-action game with a dash of comedy.
- #13 Marlow Briggs and the Mask of Death76% matchVery Positive90% of 2,487 reviews2013Developer: ZootflyPublisher: 505 GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.5hMean: 4.6h≥1hr: 57%
A new breed of WARRIOR returns, committed to destroying the enemies of FREEDOM When ONE angry man, has a world to protect - There is only ONE future – HIS OWN No-nonsense hero Marlow never shied away from danger or trouble. But now he faces his ULTIMATE challenge.
- #14 SMASH LEGENDS73% matchMixed69% of 9,979 reviews2021Developer: 5minlab Corp.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 2.3hMean: 17.6h≥1hr: 66%
Play Smash Legends for free! Smash Legends is an exciting PVP action brawler where fairy tale Legends engage in a lively battle. Play solo or in a 3v3 team battle with your friends! Play now with Smashers from all over the world on Steam, iOS, and Android!
- #15 Just Act Natural69% matchVery Positive88% of 6,159 reviews2022Developer: Conor GarityPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 48mMean: 2.2h≥1hr: 44%
Just Act Natural is a hand-crafted online party game where players must hide among NPC characters to avoid detection from the seeker. Compete against your friends in a variety of game modes over a course of different rounds to be crowned the winner!
- #16 I Am Your Beast68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,277 reviews2024Developer: Strange ScaffoldPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.4hMean: 4.2h≥1hr: 69%
Hunt the military-industrial complex across stylish comic book micro-sandboxes in this fast-paced covert revenge thriller FPS from the developers of El Paso, Elsewhere.
- #17 Homura Hime66% matchNo user reviews90% of 2,181 reviews2026Developer: Crimson DuskPublisher: PLAYISMPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.9hMean: 5.7h≥1hr: 81%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
- #18 Aeruta63% matchVery Positive95% of 2,324 reviews2025Developer: FromDawn GamesPublisher: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 6.6hMean: 15.6h≥1hr: 91%
A bread revolution across the world now begins! Aeruta is a side-scrolling action game with a shop management twist, fight monsters for materials and use them to make breads, then finally make the deserted town popular again!
- #19 Moon Hunters67% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,204 reviews2016Developer: Kitfox GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.3hMean: 5.1h≥1hr: 85%
Play alone or with friends! A co-op personality test about exploring an ancient, occult world in 5 days. How will you be remembered?
- #20 Eternights65% matchVery Positive85% of 3,383 reviews2023Developer: Studio SaiPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.6hMean: 9.5h≥1hr: 75%
Eternights is a dating action game where you try to make the most out of life during the apocalypse. Monday: Go on a date. Tuesday: Clear dungeon. Friday: Freak out! The clock is ticking!!
- #21 Sex with Stalin65% matchVery Positive82% of 3,482 reviews2020Developer: Mova GamesPublisher: Mova Game PublisingPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.5hMean: 7.5h≥1hr: 80%
As a young time traveler, you receive the opportunity to meet the greatest dictator of all time — Stalin. And then what? Everything's up to you! Speak with Joseph, reveal his most hidden secrets, give him advice, and help the vozhd come to world domination! Or... show him what true love is!
- #22 Soulstice64% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,689 reviews2022Developer: Reply Game StudiosPublisher: Maximum EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.4hMean: 10.4h≥1hr: 56%
Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.
- #23 NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]64% matchVery Positive83% of 2,837 reviews2021Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.1hMean: 10.8h≥1hr: 81%
3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!
- #24 BloodRayne 2: Terminal Cut64% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,170 reviews2020Developer: Terminal RealityPublisher: ZigguratPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 5.5h≥1hr: 92%
Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of Rayne’s second adventure: a blood-soaked rampage of vengeance against the Cult of Kagan, a group led by Rayne's half-siblings that seek to carry out their father Kagan's legacy by creating a new era of vampire supremacy.
- #25 NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]62% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,914 reviews2021Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 5.1hMean: 12.5h≥1hr: 87%
3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!
- #26 Lakeview Cabin Collection61% matchVery Positive92% of 1,924 reviews2015Developer: Roope TamminenPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.8hMean: 3.9h≥1hr: 86%
Delve into the diverse world of horror movies in this 2D action puzzler. Nothing can prepare you for the R-rated challenges you will face!
- #27 Valkyrie of Phantasm59% matchVery Positive87% of 616 reviews2024Developer: AREAZEROPublisher: PLAYISMPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.0hMean: 14.9h≥1hr: 51%
Control characters from the Touhou Project series in this shooting action game featuring high-speed aerial versus combat! Danmaku battles faster than you've ever seen will unfold in the skies of Gensokyo as you use your mobility to dodge countless bullets flying at you with a variety of spells.
- #28 Marvel Contest of Champions60% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,458 reviews2025Developer: Kabam Games, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 28.7h≥1hr: 45%
The ultimate Super Hero fighting game is now on Steam! Collect and upgrade iconic Super Heroes and Villains from the Marvel Universe, engage in fast-paced 1v1 battles, and unleash powerful abilities in Marvel Contest of Champions!
- #29 Cybernetic Fault59% matchMostly Positive76% of 811 reviews2025Developer: Whale Rock GamesPlatforms: Windows
Prove your ability to read names next to the big red buttons! Show your ability to fight for life in a science center that is falling apart from the consequences of an insane scientific experiment!
- #30 Kujlevka59% matchVery Positive92% of 663 reviews2023Developer: CallbackPublisher: CrytivoPlatforms: Windows, LinuxMedian: 4.2hMean: 4.3h≥1hr: 79%
A flying saucer crash-lands in a distant Russian village, turning a rundown kolkhoz into the first, thin bridge between civilizations. As the first point of contact, you must dictate how this encounter unfolds and ultimately determine history’s outcome.
- #31 Pulling No Punches59% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 643 reviews2022Developer: BrainDead BroccoliPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.6hMean: 2.6h≥1hr: 65%
A classic 2D arcade action game animated frame by frame. Survive a fictional pandemic in a city filled with madness and denial.
- #32 The Wonderful 101: Remastered59% matchVery Positive87% of 887 reviews2020Developer: PlatinumGames Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 2.1hMean: 7.3h≥1hr: 69%
Lead an army of 100 Wonderful Ones from around the world in this Unite Action spectacular!
- #33 Greedy Goose58% matchVery Positive92% of 121 reviews2024Developer: TeameyPlatforms: Windows
You play as a brave goose who has decided to embark on an exciting journey. Your goal is to reach the end of the level, collecting as many coins as possible.
- #34 The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile59% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,807 reviews2017Developer: Ska StudiosPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.2hMean: 7.2h≥1hr: 80%
The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.
- #35 Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion59% matchVery Positive90% of 1,188 reviews2018Developer: Climax StudiosPublisher: Outright Games Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 6.0h≥1hr: 58%
Ahoy! The Land of Ooo is underwater and it’s up to Finn and Jake to find out why. Join our heroes as they explore the high seas, search for hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects and fight pirates to solve the mystery and save their waterlogged world!
- #36 CosmicBreak Universal60% matchMixed58% of 1,428 reviews2021Developer: CyberStep, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 1.4hMean: 18.1h≥1hr: 59%
CosmicBreak Universal is an MMO action game that lets you play massive battles of up to 30 vs 30 players using customizable robots and humanoids! Create your own original character and aim for victory with your allies!
- #37 Olija58% matchVery Positive90% of 966 reviews2021Developer: Skeleton Crew StudioPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.4hMean: 3.8h≥1hr: 79%
Olija is a game about Faraday's quest, a man shipwrecked then trapped in the mysterious country of Terraphage. Armed with a legendary harpoon, he and other castaways try to leave this hostile country to return to their homelands.
- #38 Fearmonium58% matchVery Positive85% of 548 reviews2021Developer: Redblack SpadePlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.7hMean: 6.3h≥1hr: 84%
Fearmonium is a psychedelic metroidvania where suspense intertwines with humour. Beginning the game as an unpleasant memory, you must progress and become a true phobia by breaking through all boundaries to uncover the most hidden corners of Max's mind.
- #39 REAVER57% matchVery Positive88% of 636 reviews2023Developer: crunkzPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.7hMean: 4.5h≥1hr: 65%
REAVER is an ultra-fast-paced FPS that endows you with the mobility and weapon mechanics to reave through arenas of killer machines with grace and efficiency. Push the boundaries of speed and style in this next-gen movement-shooter.
- #40 SINNER: Sacrifice for Redemption60% matchMixed65% of 1,030 reviews2018Developer: DARK STARPublisher: Neon DoctrinePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.1hMean: 6.5h≥1hr: 51%
Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption is a boss battler action-RPG. Face eight abhorrent bosses, the first seven each based on one of the sins. Before each epic clash, you must sacrifice a stat and level down to enter combat. Each fight will be tougher than the last as you wage war against sin itself.
- #41 Ben 1059% matchMostly Positive76% of 531 reviews2017Developer: Torus GamesPublisher: Outright Games Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 2.9hMean: 13.2h≥1hr: 68%
Ben, Gwen, and Grandpa Max once again have their cross-country road trip in the Rust Bucket cut short by super villains and their evil, world-threatening plans. As Ben Tennyson, it’s up to you to save the world.
- #42 NINJA GAIDEN 3: Razor's Edge [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]59% matchMixed64% of 1,909 reviews2021Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.1hMean: 11.6h≥1hr: 84%
3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!
- #43 High School Odyssey56% matchVery Positive93% of 614 reviews2023Developer: 傲雪小组Platforms: Windows
A campus simulation game full of tons of surprising interactive gameplay elements along the way.
- #44 6 Seasons and a Game57% matchVery Positive89% of 649 reviews2021Developer: The Human BeingsPublisher: Dog Water StudiosPlatforms: Windows
This is a completely free, volunteer made, multiplayer, satirical parody of common thematic elements found in American broadcast television serieses (yes that's actually a word)
- #45 DRAGON QUEST TREASURES57% matchMostly Positive79% of 309 reviews2023Developer: Square EnixPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 18.8h≥1hr: 82%
Erik and his sister Mia dream of the day they can explore the world. One night they encounter a pair of otherworldly creatures, Porcus and Purrsula, and are whisked away to Draconia - a land full of treasures just waiting to be discovered.
- #46 Genokids54% matchVery Positive99% of 238 reviews2025Developer: NukefistPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
A bizarre music band named Genokids is rocking one of their best concerts to date when The Infinite Empire of Zenodia decides to invade Earth and assimilate mankind, landing right on top of the band and ruining both their concert and mood.
- #47 GLAD VALAKAS SIMULATOR57% matchVery Positive94% of 435 reviews2018Developer: Snkl StudioPlatforms: Windows
GLAD VALAKAS SIMULATOR is a game about the most famous Russian streamer. You need to live 10 days in the image for the protagonist of the game.
- #48 TOUHOU SKY ARENA MATSURI CLIMAX57% matchVery Positive89% of 237 reviews2020Developer: AREAZEROPublisher: Mediascape Co.,Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 3.0hMean: 7.0h≥1hr: 75%
Touhou girls fight dramatic battles in the sky! A 3D fired-up battle action game based on Touhou Project! Features a "Fired-up Battle System", in which characters abilities change to the playing song.
- #49 Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch56% matchMixed68% of 108 reviews2026Developer: Interabang EntertainmentPublisher: AtariPlatforms: Windows
Play solo or with your hetero lifemate in this hand drawn, arcade style, side-scrolling beat-em-up blessed by Jay and Silent Bob themselves.
- #50 Blades of Time58% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,664 reviews2012Developer: Gaijin Entertainment CorporationPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 1.2hMean: 6.7h≥1hr: 55%
Ayumi, the gorgeous gun and sword-wielding treasure hunter, sets out on a journey to an ancient island in search of new adventures. While rich in bounty, the island is also filled with the magic of Chaos, being at the same time home to blood thirsty monsters.
- #51 Iron League58% matchMostly Positive72% of 805 reviews2018Developer: DEXINT GAMESPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.9hMean: 14.2h≥1hr: 62%
Behold the clash of heroes! Iron League is a MOBA teamfight of the warriors named "Ironsides". The League does not care what their motives are, as long as they give a good fight. How about you? Do you wanna be the strongest Ironside? Then, take a bold step into the Iron League!
- #52 KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue55% matchVery Positive82% of 656 reviews2024Developer: Square EnixPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.0hMean: 14.6h≥1hr: 64%
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue features 3 magical experiences, all leading up to KINGDOM HEARTS III.
- #53 Vectromirror 0™56% matchVery Positive86% of 463 reviews2020Developer: The Vectromirror InitiativePublisher: Burnout Game VenturesPlatforms: Windows
Become the Test Subject and attempt to complete a challenging experiment to awaken emotional responses in your Artificial Intelligence. Jump, wall-run, and parkour your way through the free-to-play prequel to the upcoming game.
- #54 Lucah: Born of a Dream56% matchVery Positive94% of 509 reviews2018Developer: melessthanthreePublisher: Syndicate Atomic LLC.Platforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.6hMean: 5.1h≥1hr: 80%
FOR THE POWER AND GLORY; NOW AND FOREVER
- #55 Youropa56% matchVery Positive87% of 697 reviews2018Developer: freclePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 5.2h≥1hr: 47%
A platform puzzle paint adventure about breaking rules, being upside down and thinking outside the box.
