Release Date
February 4, 2019 (PC, PS4, Xbox One) March 9, 2021 (Nintendo Switch) March 29, 2022 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) More Details
Genre
Action, Shooter, Battle Royale
Platforms	Price (MSRP)
	Free
Developer	Publisher
Respawn Entertainment	Electronic Arts
Number of Players	Age Rating
2-3	T
Time to Finish	Cross Platform Play
21m per match (maximum)	Yes
Official Website	Official Website for Apex Legends

Apex Legends Latest News

　⚫︎　Matchmaking Update (Electronic Arts)
　⚫︎　Face the Frost in the Winter’s Haunt Event (Electronic Arts)
　⚫︎　Apex Legends is taking away its support for the Steam Deck and Linux (The Verge)
　⚫︎　Apex Legends May Adopt Fortnite Monetization Feature (Game Rant)
　⚫︎　New Updates Coming with Apex Legends™: From The Rift (Electronic Arts)

Apex Legends Overview

Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle royale hero shooter developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. Set in the Titanfall universe, it focuses on team-based gameplay where players choose from a roster of Legends and compete in squads of two to three players to outlast opposing teams. Its fast-paced combat, fluid movement, and innovative ping system earned it worldwide popularity.

The game was released on February 4, 2019 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One, and later on for the Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. It features multiple maps with varied layouts and environmental challenges and follows a seasonal content model, introducing new Legends, maps, weapons, and limited-time events. Narrative elements are integrated into gameplay and external media, expanding its world through in-game events and ongoing storylines.

The game supports cross-platform play with a monetization scheme that centers on battle passes, cosmetic items, lootboxes, and premium currency.

Apex Legends Gameplay

Apex Legends is a fast-paced hero shooter with a strong emphasis on squad-based tactics and character abilities. Players form teams of two to three, depending on the mode, and select from a diverse roster of Legends, each with unique skills that support offensive, defensive, or utility-focused play. Matches take place on sprawling maps filled with loot, environmental hazards, and various geographical features.

Unlike traditional battle royales that celebrate individual skill, Apex Legends puts emphasis on team synergy through features like the ping system for non-verbal communication and abilities that complement various Legend lineups. Movement also plays a vital role, with mechanics like sliding, ziplining, and several means to traverse the map vertically ensuring high mobility and dynamic engagements. Apex Legends also includes revival or respawn mechanics, allowing teammates to bring back eliminated allies at the cost of giving away their positions.

Apex Legends Characters

Apex Legends currently features a roster of twenty-five (25) characters, referred to as "Legends," categorized into the roles of Assault, Skirmisher, Recon, Support, and Controller. Each Legend has a written backstory that explains their origins and motivations for participating in the Apex Games. This lore goes beyond mere flavor text, also influencing the themes of their cosmetic items.

Each Legend is equipped with tactical, passive, and ultimate abilities, which significantly affect their roles in and out of combat. For instance, Rampart can deploy covers that both amplify outgoing shots and shield allies from incoming fire. These can be used during engagements as emergency protection or outside of combat to prepare for enemy encounters. In contrast, Lifeline’s ultimate ability is primarily defensive and most effective when used mid-combat.

Additionally, Legends have unique upgrades tied to armor progression. As players level up their armor to stages 2 and 3, they unlock a total of two perks—one at each stage—choosing between two options at each level.

Apex Legends Reviews

An Innovative Peak in Battle Royales

IGN scored Apex Legends a 9/10, praising its polished gameplay and innovative mechanics. They highlighted the seamless integration of hero shooter and battle royale elements, its outstanding gunplay, and fluid movement mechanics. The groundbreaking ping communication system, which enhances teamwork without requiring voice chat, also received acclaim. While minor technical issues, such as server performance and audio glitches, were noted, the overall experience was described as a standout evolution in the genre.

PCGamesN also rated the game a 9/10, commending its engaging character-based abilities and fast-paced movement. They emphasized the strategic depth provided by its unique respawn system and well-balanced roster, which kept matches exciting and rewarding.

Lastly, GamesRadar+ gave Apex Legends a perfect 5/5. They praised its blend of accessibility and depth, exhilarating team-based gameplay, and diverse map features that encourage all manner of strategic play. The monetization model, which avoids pay-to-win mechanics, was another highlight, though they noted the high prices for cosmetics.

Apex Legends System Requirements

Apex Legends Announcement Trailer

Apex Legends Announcement Trailer

Apex Legends Trivia

　⚫︎　Apex Legends was developed in secrecy by Respawn Entertainment. It was only revealed during its launch on February 2019.
　⚫︎　Apex Legends is set in the same universe as Respawn's Titanfall series.
　⚫︎　The ping communication system introduced in Apex Legends has since been adopted by other games, making it a genre-defining feature.

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