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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Data East Arcade Classics
Data East Arcade Classics15 classic Data East arcade hits in one retro collection.
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.

Relive the golden age of arcade gaming with a curated selection of 15 Data East classics, from BurgerTime to Secret Agent. This compilation brings the authentic arcade experience to your living room, complete with original soundtracks and visual marquees. Challenge friends or go solo with split‑screen multiplayer, save your progress, and unlock extra content as you master each title. No quarters required—just pure nostalgic fun.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Battle Royale
Action & Shooter
Best for
Competitive FPS and battle royale players
Retro arcade enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
G1M2, Data East
publisher
Majesco Entertainment
age rating
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Split screen
General
release date
2010-02-17
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Huge variety of genres in one package
  • Two‑player split‑screen for local multiplayer
  • Unlockable extras add replay value
  • Authentic arcade experience with original sound
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Limited to Wii platform only
  • No online multiplayer or leaderboards
  • Some titles may feel dated to modern gamers
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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Data East Arcade Classics Reviews

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