Apex Legends vs Turrican
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
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.
Turrican is a 1990 side‑scrolling action shooter created by Manfred Trenz and released by Rainbow Arts. Set on the abandoned colony of Alterra, you control a bio‑engineered mutant warrior tasked with destroying hostile lifeforms and the rogue AI MORGUL. The game features vibrant pixel art, a synth‑driven soundtrack, and intense boss battles across multi‑level environments, delivering a classic retro experience that still feels fresh for modern players.
Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.
- Excellent gunplay and movement
- Free to play
- Great non-verbal comms
- Strong hero design
- Fast‑paced, addictive gameplay.
- Rich variety of weapons and upgrades.
- Challenging boss battles.
- Atmospheric retro graphics and music.
- Squad play can frustrate solos
- Grindy cosmetics
- Steep aim skill ceiling
- Limited to single‑player mode.
- High difficulty may deter casual players.
- Original controls feel dated on modern keyboards.
What reviewers say
Apex Legends Reviews
4.3 (4)So much fun
Apex Legends has been my go-to lately. Strong hero design. One gripe: steep aim skill ceiling. Would recommend.
Recommend Apex Legends
Apex Legends has been my go-to lately. Great non-verbal comms. No real complaints. Would recommend.
Recommend Apex Legends
Picked up Apex Legends recently. Strong hero design. No real complaints. Would recommend.
Turrican Reviews
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