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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Duke Nukem II
Duke Nukem IIClassic side‑scrolling shooter with over‑the‑top 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.

Duke Nukem II is the 1993 sequel to the original Duke Nukem, delivering fast‑paced run‑and‑gun gameplay across sci‑fi themed levels. Players control the iconic anti‑hero Duke as he battles alien forces, robots, and monsters while collecting power‑ups and weapons. The game features vibrant pixel art, a memorable soundtrack, and challenging boss encounters, cementing its status as a beloved retro arcade shooter that remains fun on modern platforms.

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 shooter enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Apogee Software, Interceptor Entertainment
publisher
Apogee Software, Interceptor Entertainment
age rating
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
1993-12-03
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Fast‑paced, addictive gameplay
  • Memorable retro soundtrack
  • Rich variety of weapons and power‑ups
  • High replay value with secrets and scoring
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics may feel dated to modern players
  • No official multiplayer or co‑op mode
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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