Apex Legends™
Developed by Respawn · Published by Electronic Arts
At a glance
Overview
An action, adventure, free to play game by Respawn, published by Electronic Arts — multi-player, pvp, online pvp, co-op.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
What players say about Apex Legends™
Distilled by AI from 48 real Steam player reviews + verified Steam facts. The honest picture — praise and criticism both.
👍 What players love
- Incredibly smooth gunplay and fluid movement system.
- Unique legends with diverse abilities that add strategic depth.
- Constant updates keep the game feeling fresh and engaging.
- Addictive core gameplay that keeps players coming back.
- Fun experience when played with friends.
👎 Common complaints
- Unbalanced matchmaking, especially for new players.
- Frequent server instability and audio issues.
- Heavy monetization practices that feel overpriced.
- Game has lost its original charm and lore coherence.
- Customer support experiences can be frustrating.
Is it worth it?
Apex Legends offers a thrilling battle royale experience with excellent gunplay and unique character abilities, making it enjoyable, especially with friends. However, issues like unbalanced matchmaking, server instability, and aggressive monetization practices may deter some players, particularly those seeking a serious competitive environment.
Getting started — quick tips
- Start by playing with friends to enhance your experience.
- Spend time in the firing range to practice your aim and learn weapon mechanics.
- Be prepared for unbalanced matches; focus on having fun rather than winning.
- Communicate with your team using in-game pings, as random teammates can be unpredictable.
- Avoid spending money on cosmetics; focus on enjoying the free content.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Apex Legends™.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | No |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | Yes |
| Online co-op | Yes |
| PvP | Yes |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | Yes |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: AMD FX 4350 or Equivalent, Intel Core i3 6300 or Equivalent
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 (2 GB), NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 950
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 75 GB available space
- Additional Notes: ~3.8GB for 1 localized language
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Ryzen 5 CPU or Equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R9 290, NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 75 GB available space
- Additional Notes: ~3.8GB for 1 localized language
Supported languages (14)
Apex Legends™ FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of September 2026. Data stamp: September 2026 (oldest record; newest recorded refresh: September 2026). Recorded refreshes can include failed attempts; check Steam for current facts. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
Is Apex Legends beginner-friendly?
No, many players find the matchmaking unbalanced, often pitting new players against highly experienced ones.
How is the game's community?
The community can be toxic, and many players report frustration with random teammates.
Are there frequent updates?
Yes, the game receives regular updates, but some players feel these focus more on cosmetics than gameplay improvements.
Is it worth playing with friends?
Yes, many players enjoy the game significantly more when playing with friends.
What are the monetization practices like?
The game features heavy monetization, with many players feeling that skins and other items are overpriced.
What kind of game is Apex Legends™?
Steam classifies Apex Legends™ as a Action, Adventure, Free To Play game, developed by Respawn. Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Is Apex Legends™ free to play?
Yes — Steam lists Apex Legends™ as Free to Play.
Is Apex Legends™ single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Apex Legends™: Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op. It’s built around multiplayer — Steam doesn’t list a dedicated single-player mode.
Is Apex Legends™ on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Apex Legends™ for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Apex Legends™ out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Nov 4, 2020.
What platforms is Apex Legends™ on?
Apex Legends™ is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Apex Legends™ single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op.
How much does Apex Legends™ cost?
It's free to play, per Steam.
Does Apex Legends™ have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 12 achievements for Apex Legends™.
What is Apex Legends™'s Metacritic score?
Apex Legends™ has a Metacritic score of 88/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Apex Legends™?
Apex Legends™ is developed by Respawn and published by Electronic Arts.
Where to get Apex Legends™
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