The next few years are shaping up to be absolutely huge for action-packed video games, with some of the industry’s most beloved studios returning to fan-favorite franchises while ambitious newcomers ...

An award-winning action game previously only available on Xbox is out now on PS5, and getting strong reviews after its launch ...

Daniel has been playing games for entirely too many years, with his Steam library currently numbering nearly 750 games and ...

It’s hard to deny the utterly pervasive influence that Dark Souls has had on video games as a whole over the last decade. It feels like every Game Awards or Summer Game Fest showcase is filled with a ...

Indie game developer Sususoft, along with co-publishers CeREELs and Rising Tide, has confirmed the launch date for Ella Stars. If you have yet to see this game, this is a wholesome action-rhythm title ...

Evan is a Communications student based in Edmonton, Alberta. Formerly a sports writer, he was drawn to Game Rant by his longtime passion for video games. An avid gamer since the age of 13, Evan has ...

Whether cleaving with an axe, slicing with dual daggers, or something else altogether, action games are the go-to for undistilled wish fulfilment; that can come in the form of wiping out legions after ...

Jake brings two decades of experience with him, having covered major industry events, breaking news, one-on-one interviews, and more. When he's not playing World of Warcraft, he's usually on the hunt ...

Popular action series are slated to have little to no information in 2026, marking a disappointing year for fans of Devil May Cry, Bayonetta, or other franchises known for satisfying combat. However, ...

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but ...

Blending shooter and puzzle elements, Pragmata delivers a unique spin on sci-fi action that may prove polarizing. These are ...

The action genre is a fairly nebulous one, with plenty of minor examples and riffs that stand out from other styles of gameplay. The most famous is likely the shooter, which serves as the ultimate ...