Apex Legends vs Metal Slug Advance

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.

Metal Slug Advance brings the iconic arcade shooter to handheld devices with crisp 2D graphics and fast‑paced combat. Players control the elite squad as they blast through enemy lines, rescue hostages, and unleash a barrage of weapons in a comedic wartime setting. The game retains the series' signature humor and over‑the‑top explosions while adding new power‑ups and level designs tailored for portable play, delivering a nostalgic yet fresh experience for both veterans and newcomers.

• Excellent gunplay and movement
• Free to play
• Great non-verbal comms
• Strong hero design

• Faithful recreation of the Metal Slug feel
• Wide variety of weapons and vehicles
• Humorous and engaging visual style
• Responsive handheld controls

• Squad play can frustrate solos
• Grindy cosmetics
• Steep aim skill ceiling

• Limited to single‑player experience
• No modern online features
• Short overall campaign length