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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2. Counter-Strike 2 is a fps, shooter and multiplayer game. Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,815,087 reviews of which 7,642,084 were positive and 1,173,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played action game, thanks to its 718,031 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
7,642,084
1,173,003
718,031
players
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game Warframe is a action rpg, looter shooter and third-person shooter game. Released on March 25th 2013 has received 626,503 reviews of which 545,393 were positive and 81,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. While seeing 45,567 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action games based on player count.
8.6
545,393
81,110
45,567
players
3. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats! Team Fortress 2 is a hero shooter, multiplayer and fps game. Released on October 10th 2007 has received 1,161,472 reviews of which 1,044,264 were positive and 117,208 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. While seeing 45,067 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among action games based on player count.
8.9
1,044,264
117,208
45,067
players
4. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world. Wuthering Waves is a open world, anime and action game. Released on April 28th 2025 has received 45,455 reviews of which 40,524 were positive and 4,931 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 11,120 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action games.
8.8
40,524
4,931
11,120
players
5. NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Dive into the legends of the Far East in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT; team up with friends in fast-paced melee fights for a Battle Royale experience unlike any other. Find your playstyle with a varied cast of heroes with unique skills. More than 40 million players have already joined the fray, play free now! NARAKA: BLADEPOINT is a battle royale, multiplayer and martial arts game. Released on August 11th 2021 has received 324,927 reviews of which 225,960 were positive and 98,967 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 6,319 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action games.
6.9
225,960
98,967
6,319
players
6. World of Warships
Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 800 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players! World of Warships is a naval combat, action and co-op game. Released on November 15th 2017 has received 146,552 reviews of which 112,887 were positive and 33,665 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 6,296 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action games.
7.6
112,887
33,665
6,296
players
7. Blood Strike
Gather your friends and dive into the action-packed Battle Royale, Squad Fight, or Hot Zone like there's no tomorrow! Blood Strike offers a wide range of playable Strikers, each with a unique active and passive ability letting you deploy drones, shield walls and everything in between. Blood Strike is a action, shooter and battle royale game. Released on March 13th 2025 has received 19,029 reviews of which 15,425 were positive and 3,604 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 4,912 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action games.
8.0
15,425
3,604
4,912
players
8. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed. STALCRAFT: X is a multiplayer, mmorpg and fps game. Released on December 09th 2022 has received 98,692 reviews of which 72,321 were positive and 26,371 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 4,236 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action games.
7.3
72,321
26,371
4,236
players
9. World of Tanks
World of Tanks is a tactical action game with very different gameplay depending on the vehicle type and role. Aside from regular PvP, there are competitive and clan-based modes, special PvE and PvPvE events, and much more. Whether you play to dominate or just enjoy the ride, you'll fit right in. World of Tanks is a tanks, action and military game. Released on April 28th 2021 has received 87,836 reviews of which 72,570 were positive and 15,266 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 3,410 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action games.
8.2
72,570
15,266
3,410
players
10. Crosshair V2
Instant crosshair overlay for competitive FPS players. Pro eSports presets with 3 sizes, 6 shapes, and 7 neon colors. Pick your reticle and improve your aim in seconds. Lightweight and zero-config. Crosshair V2 is a utilities, shooter and action game. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 10,787 reviews of which 9,716 were positive and 1,071 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 3,280 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action games.
8.8
9,716
1,071
3,280
players
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