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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
Street Fighter II: Special Champion Edition
Street Fighter II: Special Champion EditionClassic arcade fighting action with eight iconic fighters.
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.

Street Fighter II: Special Champion Edition expands the beloved Champion Edition with features from Turbo, delivering refined balance and faster gameplay. Play as one of eight distinct characters, each with unique moves and special attacks, in both single‑player and competitive multiplayer modes. Originally released for the Sega Genesis in 1993, this title preserves the retro feel while offering the depth that fans of the series expect. Perfect for both nostalgic veterans and newcomers seeking a timeless fighting experience.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Battle Royale
Fighting Games
Best for
Competitive FPS and battle royale players
Retro fighting fans and competitive players
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Capcom
publisher
Sega, Tec Toy, Capcom
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
1993-09-27
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Faithful recreation of the original arcade experience.
  • Eight diverse characters provide varied playstyles.
  • Turbo mode adds excitement and depth for seasoned players.
  • Simple controls make it accessible to newcomers.
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Limited to 2‑player local multiplayer; no online play.
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern fighting games.
  • Only available on legacy consoles; no native PC version.
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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Street Fighter II: Special Champion Edition Reviews

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