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Apex Legends
Apex LegendsA free-to-play hero-shooter battle royale with fluid movement.
SWAT 4
SWAT 4Lead the elite SWAT team in realistic tactical combat
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.

SWAT 4 puts you in command of a highly trained police unit, demanding careful planning and precise execution. Every mission challenges you to balance force with restraint, using a variety of tools and tactics to neutralize threats. The game blends first‑person shooting with strategic decision‑making, offering both intense single‑player scenarios and cooperative multiplayer modes that reward teamwork and communication.

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
Tactical shooter enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Irrational Games
publisher
Vivendi Universal, Sierra Entertainment, Livedoor, Activision
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
85/100
General
msrp
$29.99
release date
2005-04-05
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Excellent gunplay and movement
  • Free to play
  • Great non-verbal comms
  • Strong hero design
  • Deep tactical command system
  • Highly realistic police equipment and procedures
  • Strong cooperative multiplayer experience
  • Extensive mod and mission‑creation tools
Cons
  • Squad play can frustrate solos
  • Grindy cosmetics
  • Steep aim skill ceiling
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited to PC platform only
  • Steep learning curve for 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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