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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Ikaruga
IkarugaMaster polarity‑shifting combat in a dazzling bullet‑hell shooter.
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.

The game adds a strategic layer with revenge bullets that can be captured and fired back, and offers multiple difficulty settings that alter how polarized points appear. Directed by Hiroshi Iuchi, it blends Buddhist‑inspired themes with tight arcade action, continuing the legacy of Radiant Silvergun.

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
Hardcore shooter fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Treasure
publisher
Treasure
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
89/100
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
2001-12-20
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Deep strategic mechanic with polarity switching
  • High replay value through multiple difficulties
  • Stunning visual and audio design
  • Responsive split‑screen multiplayer
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited content beyond main levels
  • No online multiplayer support
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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Ikaruga Reviews

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