Genre · 2017

Best Action Games of 2017

917 games

Action games released on Steam in 2017, most popular first.

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Best Action Games of 2017, page 22

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Megatronic Void

Conglomerate 5Win · 2017For:Action players who want exploration combined with alien combatSkip if:Players seeking a non-combat exploration game, since defeating aliens is part of the stated objective
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Eldritch Hunter

Joshua MissileWin · 2017For:Action players who want difficult platforming and shootingSkip if:Players seeking a relaxed difficulty curve may find the game demanding
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Rage Against The Zombies

Plug In DigitalWin · Mac · 2017For:Action players who want a level-based zombie shooterSkip if:Players seeking a longer campaign may find the stated 3-hour structure limited
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Graceful Explosion Machine

Vertex PopWin · 2017For:Arcade shooter fans who want side-scrolling combatSkip if:Players seeking a story-heavy campaign or broad exploration may find the level-based structure limited.
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Elite Warriors: Vietnam

ZigguratWin · 2017For:Players interested in Vietnam War special operations who want mission-based actionSkip if:Players seeking broad character progression or role-playing systems rather than team preparation and mission objectives
Action

ZANGEKI WARP

Henteko DoujinWin · Linux · 2017For:Fans of side-scrolling shooting games who want warp-based movementSkip if:Players looking for exploration across open environments rather than structured shooting stages
Action

CONTRACTED

Hardy GamesWin · 2017For:Action players who want one-hit enemy attacks and infection hazardsSkip if:Players who want forgiving combat will hit a wall when an infected bite kills in one attack.
Action

Beachhead: DESERT WAR

Digital Fusion Inc.Win · 2017For:Arcade-shooter players who want to defend a fixed position rather than move through a levelSkip if:Players seeking exploration or movement through varied environments may find the command-post defense setup limiting
Action

Boinks

UnknownWin · Mac · 2017For:Casual players who want short mouse-based skill challengesSkip if:Players seeking story, exploration, or character-driven progression may find the screen-filling structure limited.
Action

Station 228

Narko GamesWin · 2017For:Classic shooter fans who want puzzles alongside combatSkip if:Players seeking a quiet, non-combat space-station adventure may hit a wall when Ramses is instructed to take a gun and fight.
Action

Neighborhorde

First Break LabsWin · 2017For:Groups of friends who want local cooperative survival actionSkip if:Players who want a slow-paced experience may hit a wall as enemy waves intensify over successive nights.
Action

Viking Rage

ArvurWin · 2017For:VR players who want direct physical combat in a tower defense settingSkip if:Players seeking a slow, menu-driven tower defense game rather than hands-on combat
Action

Digby Extreme

3 SprocketsWin · Mac · Linux · 2017For:Fans of arcade digging games who want runs with changing hazardsSkip if:Players seeking a structured campaign with a fixed ending rather than endless runs
Action

The Last Patient

NGV StudioWin · 2017For:Horror fans who want a short first-person shooterSkip if:Players seeking a long horror campaign with extensive exploration
Action

Death Point

Andiks LTD.Win · Mac · Linux · 2017For:Players who enjoy stealth-action games and want a single-player campaignSkip if:Players seeking a campaign longer than the stated maximum of 12 hours
Action

ZAP Master

DIG GamesWin · Mac · Linux · 2017For:Players who enjoy short reflex-based defense gamesSkip if:Players seeking a defense game with exploration or character movement
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Singularity Roller

StarmopsWin · 2017For:Action-adventure players who want physics-based obstacle navigationSkip if:Players seeking a fixed, linear level sequence may find the open progression structure unsuitable
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Swordlord

Justin VargheseWin · 2017For:Action players who want physics-driven melee combatSkip if:Players seeking a broad story campaign beyond repeated gladiator waves
Action

Lockdown: Stand Alone

ViversionWin · 2017For:VR players who want a large post-apocalyptic setting rather than confined levelsSkip if:Players looking for short, wave-based shooting stages instead of a large city environment
Action

Beyond Enemy Lines

Polygon ArtWin · 2017For:Hardcore shooter players who want stealth and open-ended combat approachesSkip if:Players seeking forgiving combat may hit a wall when recoil control, terrain reading, and tactical decisions determine survival.
Action

Redneck Rampage Rides Again

Interplay Entertainment Corp.Win · Mac · Linux · 2017For:Action players who want a single-player shooting campaignSkip if:Players seeking a slow, exploration-led game rather than a shooting campaign
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Tank Assault X

Starwind GamesWin · Mac · Linux · 2017For:Arcade tank fans who want tactical decisions alongside shootingSkip if:Players seeking a relaxed tank game rather than demanding battles
Action

Fist's Elimination Tower

Impostor Cat GamesWin · Mac · 2017For:Action-platformer fans who want timed chain-based jumpingSkip if:Players seeking slow exploration or a relaxed climbing pace may find the timed chaining demanding
Action

Ben The Exorcist

WraithStudioWin · 2017For:Horror-comedy fans who want supernatural encountersSkip if:Players seeking a horror experience without comedic elements may bounce off the mixed tone.