Apex Legends vs Salamander 2

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.

Salamander 2 is a legendary 1996 scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game developed and published by Konami. Building upon the foundation of its predecessor and the Gradius series, it challenges players to pilot advanced space fighters through treacherous alien bio-mechanical environments. The game retains the signature power-up system, intense boss encounters, and cooperative multiplayer action that defined the golden era of arcade shooters. With its distinct organic aesthetic and relentless pacing, it remains a beloved entry for retro gaming and shmup enthusiasts.

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

• Engaging local co-operative multiplayer mode
• Memorable bio-mechanical art style and soundtrack
• Classic, responsive arcade control mechanics
• Challenging and rewarding difficulty curve

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

• High difficulty can frustrate novice players
• Limited modern platform availability
• Short overall length typical of arcade games