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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Call of Duty: World at War
Call of Duty: World at WarIntense WWII combat with gritty single‑player and co‑op action
Overview
Description

Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle royale built around squads of “Legends” with unique abilities, praised for its fast, fluid movement, gunplay, and ping communication system.

Set during the final years of World War II, Call of Duty: World at War delivers a brutal, cinematic experience across the Pacific and Eastern Front. Players command squads in iconic battles, from the beaches of Iwo Jima to the streets of Stalingrad, with visceral gunplay and realistic environments. The game also introduced robust multiplayer modes, including co‑operative campaigns and split‑screen deathmatches, establishing a foundation for future titles in the franchise.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Battle Royale
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Competitive FPS and battle royale players
WWII enthusiasts and FPS fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Treyarch
publisher
Activision
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
80/100
General
msrp
$59.99
release date
2008-11-11
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Engaging historical storyline
  • Robust co‑op and split‑screen options
  • Varied multiplayer modes
  • Strong weapon authenticity
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Limited map variety compared to later titles
  • Occasional AI pathing issues
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
10
0
User rating
4.3 (4)
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What reviewers say

Apex Legends Reviews

4.3 (4)
Verified User

So much fun

Apex Legends has been my go-to lately. Strong hero design. One gripe: steep aim skill ceiling. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Apex Legends

Apex Legends has been my go-to lately. Great non-verbal comms. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Apex Legends

Picked up Apex Legends recently. Strong hero design. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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Call of Duty: World at War Reviews

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