Apex Legends vs Zero Wing
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.
Zero Wing is a side‑scrolling shoot ’em up set in 2101, where the alien cyborg CATS betrays a peace treaty and seizes Japanese space colonies. Players pilot the ZIG spacecraft, using a unique tractor‑beam to capture enemy ships for shielding and firepower. The game is renowned for its poorly translated English cutscene that birthed the “All your base are belong to us” meme. Originally released in 1989, Zero Wing has been ported to modern platforms including Linux, PC, and Mac, preserving its retro graphics and challenging gameplay while adding cooperative and multiplayer modes for contemporary audiences.
Free; monetized via cosmetics and a Battle Pass.
- Excellent gunplay and movement
- Free to play
- Great non-verbal comms
- Strong hero design
- Unique tractor‑beam mechanic adds strategic depth
- Iconic meme adds cultural appeal
- Cross‑platform support for modern PCs
- Co‑op mode enhances replayability
- Squad play can frustrate solos
- Grindy cosmetics
- Steep aim skill ceiling
- Retro graphics may deter players seeking modern visuals
- Difficulty spikes can be frustrating for newcomers
- Limited content compared to contemporary shooters
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.
Zero Wing Reviews
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