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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Dragon's Lair
Dragon's LairRescue the princess in a classic animated arcade adventure.
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.

Step into the shoes of Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to save the fair princess from an evil dragon. Originally released in the summer of 1983, this iconic title blends cinematic animation with arcade action. Now available on modern platforms like PlayStation 3, Android, iOS, Mac, and Xbox 360, Dragon's Lair preserves its retro charm while offering convenient digital access for new and nostalgic players alike.

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 gamers and arcade enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Advanced Microcomputer Systems
publisher
Cinematronics, ReadySoft, Tec Toy, T&E Soft
age rating
ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
53/100
General
msrp
$9.99
release date
1983-06-19
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Iconic animated visuals that still impress today
  • Simple single‑player focus for easy pick‑up play
  • Available on a wide range of modern platforms
  • Historical significance as a pioneering FMV game
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Limited gameplay depth beyond timed button presses
  • Linear narrative with few branching paths
  • Critic score reflects mixed reception at launch
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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