Genre · 2022

Best Action Games of 2022

989 games

Action games released on Steam in 2022, most popular first.

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Best Action Games of 2022, page 20

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Monster Showdown

Virtual Uppercut StudiosWin · 2022For:VR shooter fans who want to use both ranged and melee weaponsSkip if:Players seeking a quiet or low-pressure experience may hit a wall when facing the growing monster horde.
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FALLING OUT

Balor GamesWin · Mac · 2022For:Roguelite fans who want platforming, combat, and randomly generated temple levelsSkip if:Players who prefer fixed layouts may find randomly generated levels and exit locations a poor fit
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Atari Mania

AtariWin · Linux · 2022For:Atari fans who want short challenges built around familiar game propertiesSkip if:Players seeking one continuous gameplay system rather than a collection of short microgames
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FREAKFIELD 2042

Game for gamesWin · 2022For:Shooter fans who want both first-person and third-person viewpointsSkip if:Players seeking a story-heavy campaign with detailed narrative progression
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Thrill Penguin

SylphWin · 2022For:Parkour game players who prefer movement-focused levels over complex mechanicsSkip if:Players looking for a deep narrative or extensive story development
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Robber Sam

Louie IncWin · 2022For:Stealth-game players who want to enter homes while residents are asleepSkip if:Players seeking a detailed account of Sam's character or motivations; the described premise gives little beyond his decision to become a robber.
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QUICKERFLAK_RUTHLESSMOD

Walter MachadoWin · 2022For:Hardcore action players who want short, reaction-focused runsSkip if:Players seeking a relaxed or forgiving action game may find the 90-second runs and high difficulty too demanding
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Microbes and Machines

AndyzziGamesWin · 2022For:Action players who want repeated combat runs with character progressionSkip if:Players seeking a story-led adventure with extensive narrative or character development
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Super Choppy Orc

eddynardoWin · 2022For:Platformer fans who want movement puzzles built around a weaponSkip if:Players seeking a game centered on open-world exploration may find the cave-based level structure too focused
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Missile Command: Recharged

AtariWin · Mac · Linux · 2022For:Arcade-action fans who want short defensive sessions rather than explorationSkip if:Players seeking a story-led campaign or narrative progression
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HUDDAM

NERON TECH GAMESWin · 2022For:Horror fans who want puzzle-based investigationSkip if:Players seeking a combat-focused first-person shooter rather than an investigation built around puzzles
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ARENA 3D

MB2 EntertainmentWin · 2022For:Arcade-action fans who want several modes in one gameSkip if:Players seeking one focused campaign rather than separate arcade modes
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Linked Mask

Spoonman GamesWin · 2022For:Platformer players who want severe precision challenges and repeated practiceSkip if:Players seeking relaxed platforming may find the demanding jumps and difficult tower progression too punishing
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IZBOT 2

RuxarWin · 2022For:Precision-platformer fans who want hazard-focused stagesSkip if:Players looking for slow exploration rather than rapid obstacle navigation
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Vostok 2061

DYV's GameWin · 2022For:Players who want a compact vertical shooter with a defined nine-level campaignSkip if:Players seeking a long-form campaign beyond its nine stated levels
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Kokoro Clover Season1

Phoenixx Inc.Win · 2022For:Platformer fans who want an anime-style episodic presentationSkip if:Players seeking a single focused platforming campaign rather than several modes and unlockable categories
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絶叫死人(Zombie Scream)

Vaka Game MagazineWin · 2022For:Horror fans who want a brief story-focused experienceSkip if:Players seeking extended gameplay sessions may find the playthrough too brief.
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Observo

SpaceZeta GamesWin · 2022For:Survival horror fans who want puzzle-led exploration in a confined locationSkip if:Players seeking frequent combat, since fighting is described as a light part of the experience
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Pocket Witch

Naoka GamesWin · 2022For:Platform-game players who want short, hazard-focused dungeon challengesSkip if:Players seeking a broad range of gameplay systems beyond movement, hazards, and simple key-and-gate puzzles
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Neko Ghost, Jump!

Burgos GamesWin · Linux · 2022For:Platforming fans who want puzzles built around switching between 2D and 3D viewsSkip if:Players who want platforming that does not require switching camera perspectives may hit a wall when navigation depends on moving between 2D and 3D views.
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Horrors of Space

JMNWin · 2022For:Groups of four who want cooperative survival horrorSkip if:Players seeking a solo experience rather than a game built around four crew members
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BITGUN

LogLog GamesWin · 2022For:Action players who want demanding combat with substantial penalties for deathSkip if:Players seeking forgiving progression may dislike losing all gear after death
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Geometric Sniper - Z

YAW StudiosWin · 2022For:Players who want a casual 2D zombie shooter with mission-based progressionSkip if:Players seeking a deep role-playing system or a large open world
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Virago

Honest ChronicleWin · 2022For:Fans of 2D platformers who want exploration across a connected worldSkip if:Players seeking a relaxed platformer may find the persistent monster pursuit and challenging action demanding