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Action games in video game history
Action is one of the broadest genres in gaming, built on reflexes and the intensity of combat. From the earliest arcade cabinets to fast run-and-gun, it gave rise in the 2000s to 'stylish action', which turned combos and staging into an art form in their own right.
Its masters are famous: Devil May Cry invented modern stylish action, Ninja Gaiden Black pushed its demands further, Bayonetta took it to a peak of excess and Contra remains the absolute run-and-gun benchmark. Metal Gear, Castlevania and Streets of Rage round out a teeming genre.
For collectors, action ranges from widely distributed hits to retro beat-'em-ups and run-and-guns that have become rare. On RomWize, every action game is retested and re-rated for 2026, with its rarity index and collector value (loose, complete and new) by region; the 'by console' section above helps you find the best, machine by machine.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Action games?
RomWize's ranking of the best Action games is based on a dual score — the original-era rating and a 2026 re-evaluation — to highlight the titles that still stand out today.
Which Action games are the rarest and most valuable?
For every Action game, we track a rarity index and a collector value (loose, complete and new) by region. The 'rarest' section highlights the hardest titles to find.
On which consoles can you find the best Action games?
The 'by console' section ranks platforms by their number of Action games, so you can explore the best titles console by console.