Apex Legends

At a glance

• Editor score
  8.8 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan
• Best for
  Free battle royale with cross-platform parties
• Free plan
  Yes
• Paid from
  None
• Supported OS
  Windows
• Facts checked
  5 Oct 2026

• Where it wins

  • 60-player Battle Royale matches and limited-time modes
  • Legends bring distinct skills to team-based play
  • Cross-platform parties and progression between EA app and Steam

• Where it doesn't

  • Requires an internet connection and an EA account
  • Optional in-game purchases are available
  • PC version supports Windows only

Our verdict on Apex Legends

Apex Legends is a free-to-play online battle royale shooter for players who want squad matches built around characters with distinct skills. Its core Battle Royale mode pits players in 60-player matches, and limited-time modes and takeovers offer other ways to play. The game is available on Windows PC, with PC versions offered through the EA app, Steam and Epic Games Store. It is aimed at players looking for online multiplayer rather than a single-player game, and its free base game makes it possible to start without paying for the game itself.

Cross-platform play lets players form parties and play across PC and consoles. Cross-platform progression is available between the EA app and Steam, which may matter to PC players choosing where to install the game. PC controls include remappable key bindings and support for Xbox and PlayStation controllers. Voice chat offers push-to-talk and open-mic options. Together, these features give players a choice of input and chat styles while keeping the emphasis on team play. The published base-game offering is free; the game also includes optional in-game purchases, so free entry does not mean every purchase is included.

The online focus is also the clearest constraint: Apex Legends requires an internet connection and an EA account, so it is not suited to offline play or someone seeking a single-player experience. The listed PC platform is Windows, which makes it a fit for Windows PC players, not a general PC option across operating systems. Players who want character-based squad combat, cross-platform parties and controller support have a clear reason to consider it. Those seeking offline play, or who prefer to avoid games with optional in-game purchases, should look elsewhere.

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