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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Jane's F/A-18
Jane's F/A-18Experience the thrill of carrier‑based combat in a realistic F/A‑18 simulator
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.

Jane's F/A-18 puts players in the cockpit of the iconic Hornet, delivering a detailed flight model and authentic carrier operations. The game balances hardcore simulation with accessible controls, offering both solo missions and competitive multiplayer dogfights. Set in the early 2000s, the title features a variety of campaign scenarios, dynamic weather, and a robust mission editor that lets players craft their own challenges. With support for PC hardware of its era, it remains a benchmark for naval aviation sims.

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
Flight‑sim enthusiasts and naval aviation fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Jane's Combat Simulations
publisher
Electronic Arts
age rating
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
General
msrp
$49.99
release date
2000-01-18
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Highly accurate flight dynamics
  • Comprehensive carrier operation mechanics
  • Robust mission editor for custom content
  • Both single‑player and multiplayer modes
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited mod 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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