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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Spartan X
Spartan XClassic 1984 beat‑em‑up that pioneered side‑scroll 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.

Spartan X is a 1984 arcade beat‑em‑up developed by Irem and later published in North America by Data East. Players control kung‑fu master Thomas as he battles through five temple floors and a final showdown with Mr. X to rescue his girlfriend Silvia. The game introduced multi‑directional combat and boss battles that set the template for future beat‑em‑ups. Its simple controls and challenging enemy patterns make it a nostalgic staple for retro gaming fans.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Battle Royale
Hack & Slash
Best for
Competitive FPS and battle royale players
Retro gaming enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Irem
publisher
Data East USA
age rating
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
General
msrp
$9.99
release date
1984-12-01
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Pioneering beat‑em‑up mechanics
  • Simple yet deep combat system
  • Co‑op multiplayer adds replay value
  • Authentic retro graphics and sound
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Limited movement compared to modern titles
  • No save states or checkpoints
  • Graphics may feel dated to new players
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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Spartan X Reviews

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