Like an action adventure movie, these games present grand scale adventures with deluxe storylines. The action comes in the gameplay with quick movement, combat, and puzzle sequences. The story progresses through action sequences. There's also an emphasis of flowing narrative as compared to a more methodical puzzle adventure or focused interactivity of a point and click adventure.
Highest scored apps in the category
Embark on an epic quest to find your father and unravel ancient secrets
You wake up and find a letter from your father. He is gone, and the only lead is his old notebook and a mysterious necklace. What happened? You'll explore a world filled with danger, puzzles, and secrets, while fighting monsters and learning to use magic to uncover ancient treasures to help you along your path.
A hack 'n' slash RPG with over the top action combat.
Play as a dwarf and take out foes with your trusty hammer in this over-the-top action adventure game.
Apps with average score
The enormously popular film gets the LEGO treatment
It's time to experience the hit movie in LEGO version. In LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, there are more than 200 collectible and customizable characters along with 80 vehicles and creatures. Gamers will be able to relive some of the most iconic moments from the film, you can play...
*** WINNER OF POCKET GAMER BIG INDIE PITCH 2016! ***
Full of Stars is a story-driven space journey game about humanity's survival.
The journey will be a test of both your skill and your humanity.
When a galaxy-wide war destroys planet after planet, humanity finds itself on the brink of extinction. Scared refugees...
Wreck havoc in the latest LEGO game.
Relive moments from “Jurassic Park,” “The Lost World: Jurassic Park,” “Jurassic Park III,” and the smash hit “Jurassic World,” with a LEGO twist. You can also create your own customized dinosaurs along with Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna.
Fun and games from the wildest space station in the galaxy
Tales From Deep Space is a comedic adventure set on Big Moon, the wildest space station in the galaxy. Players help E, a traveling salesman, and his loyal luggage drone CASI escape when Big Moon’s security chief mistakes E as a threat to the station. E and CASI must work...
With not many Metroidvania style games on the App Store, forma.8 GO stands out as a must-have on the App Store if you’re a fan of the genre.
If you're craving a Metroidvania type game on your iOS device, then forma.8 GO is a must.
Lightseekers - next gen action adventure RPG connecting smart figures, trading cards and more!
Note: 1GB RAM and internet connection required for full experience. See lightseekers.com/devicecheck for more information.
Join the Lightseekers, save Tantos from the invading umbron and become a legend!
Explore beautiful and fantastic lands, meet colorful characters, battle feared...
Point and click your way through this touching adventure about war
Get ready to experience a lot of emotion in this touching point-and-click adventure game about World War I.
A WORLD OF ADVENTURE IN YOUR POCKET!
Follow in the footsteps of the great captain Seabeard and discover a giant ocean teeming with islands to explore!
Live life at your own pace and choose your own path - whether you have ambitions of being a world-famous chef, fearless archaeologist, or deadly...
**Supported Devices iPhone 5, iPad 4, iPad Air and iPad Mini 2 or newer devices.**
Critically acclaimed, story-driven adventure game from award-winning Swedish film director, Josef Fares and originally developed by Starbreeze Studios.
10/10 - Joystiq “It’s rare for a game to forge a connection so strong.”
9/10 - Polygon “Moved me to...
Stop the evil forces from taking over your peaceful land in this epic adventure game.
It’s Time to Get Hooked on the Zelda-esque Legend of the Skyfish
Legend of the Skyfish is a Zelda-esque action adventure puzzle game where you must defeat the evil Skyfish with just your trusty fishing pole.
COMPATIBILITY NOTICE: This app will NOT be available on any device with iOS 11 or NEWER. It will still work on devices with iOS 10 or older but support will no longer be provided.
**Note: The music is currently broken in Costume Quest due to an issue with FMOD and the...
Could be good for special cases
****UNIVERSAL VERSION. Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP is an exploratory action adventure with an emphasis on audiovisual style. Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries. Co-operate with friends via Twitter, experience a videogame world that is affected by moon phases & help a wandering warrior monk complete her woeful errand.
CRITICAL RESPONSE
***** from thousands of players!
***** from TouchArcade.com
***** from The London Times
10/10 from Destructoid.com
9.5/10 from IGN.com
"Gworgeous" remarks Kotaku.com
"Swo Engrossing" enthuses Joystiq.com
"It's just walking!?" observes Baiyon.
"Achievement in Art" awarded by IGF Mobile 2010.
S:S&S EP features an album's worth of original music by noted composer Jim Guthrie as well as artwork & designs by Superbrothers Inc, crafted & engineered by videogame wizards at Capy in Toronto, Canada. For more details, feel free to stop by http://swordandsworcery.com
Listen to Jim Guthrie's Sword & Sworcery LP: The Ballad of the Space Babies, available April 2011 on iTunes, Bandcamp & limited edition vinyl.
Plunderland - Play as Captain Peg Leg's ghostly spirit and help your wannabe pirates steal back his treasure from wicked sea tyrants! Hours of unique gameplay.
****
"This game is pretty damn special..." - IGN (8.9/10 & Editors Choice)
"Energetic pirating at your fingertips, a high seas adventure with charm and originality." - PocketGamer (Silver Award)
"If you've been looking for something to appeal to your sadistic pirate side, look no further than Plunderland." - TouchArcade
"When you set eyes on Plunderlands smooth graphics and adorable ragdoll physics, you'll be hooked. " - SlideToPlay
"Gizmodo app of the week" -- Gizmodo
****
Featured worldwide in Apple retail stores since iPad 2 launch!
#10 Top Paid App, iPhone App of the week, Hot New Games, Gorgeous Games, Game Starter Kit all over the globe!
****
Sail between ports plundering all the treasure you and your crew can find!
Intuitive tilt controls and a familiar aiming technique work together to make Plunderland's unique gameplay style come together.
****
Featuring
* 100% Physics and touch based gameplay
* Boat upgrades and shop
* Unlock special abilities with bowsprits
Universal for both iPhone and iPad
Retina display (high resolution graphics)
* GameCenter achievements, friends and scoring
Twitter integration (iOS 5.0 and above)
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***MICRO EDITION - For iPhone & iPod Touch Only. Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP is an exploratory action adventure with an emphasis on audiovisual style. Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries. Communicate with friends via Twitter, experience a videogame world that is affected by moon phases & help a wandering warrior monk complete her woeful errand.
CRITICAL RESPONSE
***** from over 2000 reviewers!
***** from TouchArcade.com
***** from The London Times
10/10 from Destructoid.com
9.5/10 from IGN.com
"Gworgeous" remarks Kotaku.com
"Swo Engrossing" enthuses Joystiq.com
"It's just walking!?" observes Baiyon.
"Achievement in Art" awarded by IGF Mobile 2010.
S:S&S EP features an album's worth of original music by noted composer Jim Guthrie as well as artwork & designs by Superbrothers Inc, crafted & engineered by videogame wizards at Capy in Toronto, Canada. For more details, feel free to stop by http://swordandsworcery.com
Listen to Jim Guthrie's Sword & Sworcery LP: The Ballad of the Space Babies, available on iTunes here: http://goo.gl/UAoHx or on Bandcamp. Limited edition vinyl also available!
