Apex Legends
News, coverage and analysis tracking Apex Legends across the outlets.
"0.63 is the perfect default delay": Bungie, Respawn and Firaxis game developers talk NPC barks, grenade timing and other questions of craftGame developers from studios like Firaxis, Bungie, and Respawn shared practical advice on various aspects of game development, including NPC dialogue, UI animation timing, and combat design principles. The discussion, initiated on Bluesky, highlighted the importance of small details in creating satisfying player experiences.
Gundam Epyon Apex Legends Alter Version Color Scheme PopsBandai Namco has released the RG 1/144 Gundam Epyon Alter Version model kit, featuring a color scheme inspired by the Apex Legends character Alter. This intricate kit requires careful assembly and offers a transformation into mobile armor mode. The crossover event also includes model kits based on Crypto and Valkyrie, with all three releasing in September 2026.
After leaving Respawn to work on Highguard, a former Apex Legends developer has been rehired by EAFormer Apex Legends developer Derek Bentley has been rehired by Respawn Entertainment at EA after his previous studio, Wildlight Entertainment, shut down its hero shooter Highguard. Bentley will return as a principal environment artist for Apex Legends. This news comes as Apex Legends prepares to end its season updates on the Nintendo Switch.
Apex Legends Soldiers Get Their Gear Back in Season 28 Split 2 HotfixRespawn Entertainment released a hotfix for Apex Legends Season 28 Split 2 on March 24th to address several critical bugs. The update fixes an issue where players would respawn with weapon attachments, resolves Season 28 Split 2 badge calibration problems, and addresses various crashes. The Galactic Guardian Horizon skin was temporarily disabled due to causing crashes.
Razer goes a step further than SteelSeries, offering five different speeds of its latest gaming mouse pad, and that's the kind of detail an FPS setup control freak like me wantsRazer has released its new Gigantus V2 Pro mouse pad, offering five different speed options compared to SteelSeries' previous three. The mouse pad utilizes proprietary GlideCore Foam with variations in density to achieve different friction levels, catering to specific gaming needs. The author argues that these nuanced differences in mouse pad technology can significantly impact aiming precision in various FPS titles.- Great Britain at the Esports Nations Cup 2026: British Esports, Esports Wales, Fnatic, Scottish Esports, The FA via England Gaming and UKETC unite to represent GBBritish Esports, along with partners Esports Wales, Fnatic, Scottish Esports, The FA via England Gaming, and UKETC, has been selected as the Official National Team Partner to represent Great Britain at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2-29, 2026. Jeff Simpkins has been appointed National Team Manager, tasked with forming national teams across multiple game titles. The Esports Foundation is backing the event with significant funding for prize money, club incentives, and national team development.
Splitgate devs reveal the team is working on a new movement shooter, like Titanfall and Black Ops 31047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has revealed it is working on a new movement shooter inspired by Titanfall and Call of Duty: Black Ops 3. The project is in its early stages, with a small team dedicated to its development. The studio is actively seeking testers for the new game and also provided an update on the second season of Splitgate Arena Reloaded.- Dimensional Double Shift Sporelando Expansion Launching April 23Owlchemy Labs is launching the Sporelando expansion for its VR title Dimensional Double Shift on April 23 for Meta Quest and Android XR. The expansion introduces a new suburban swamp setting where players control sentient fungi and engage in tasks like repairing bio-mechanical golf carts and serving local cuisine. CEO Andrew Eiche stated the dimension was inspired by the concept of 'Florida Man' being a sentient mushroom, blending the mundane with the absurd for chaotic co-op gameplay.
- Dollar Shave Club x Call of Duty: Warzone “Shave Off” Happening TodayCall of Duty: Warzone is collaborating with Dollar Shave Club for a live "Shave Off" event featuring streamers, with the loser shaving their beard. The event supports the Call of Duty Endowment, with Dollar Shave Club matching donations and providing razors to veterans. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and events for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Star Trek Online, Golden Tides, Crimson Desert, Apex Legends, and Dread Delusion.
- Apex Legends Breach Update Rewrites the Rules of the OutlandsRespawn Entertainment has released mid-season designer's notes for Apex Legends' Breach season, detailing significant character updates for Gibraltar, Wraith, Watson, Octane, and Fuse, alongside a new Hemlok Breach AR. These changes aim to disrupt dominant team compositions and are framed as narrative developments within the game's lore, reflecting the Syndicate's desire for unpredictable entertainment.
- Evening InterviewsAn artist for Apex Legends shared their journey from traditional painting to working in the video game industry. The interview, featured on Creative Bloq, explores the transition and the skills involved in game art.
Why Randomness Makes Your Game So Hard to Put DownRandomness in games, often referred to as RNG, creates excitement and replay value by introducing unpredictable elements like random item drops, surprise events, and unexpected outcomes. This uncertainty keeps players engaged as they chase rare rewards and adapt to changing game conditions, making each play session potentially memorable and unique.- Apex Legends Aftershock Event Beginning March 31Respawn Entertainment and EA are launching the Apex Legends Aftershock Event on March 31, running until April 21. The event introduces the Vortex Shield, a new weapon mechanic, and new cosmetic items for several Legends. Apex Legends is available as a free-to-play title on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Apex Legends patch adds new Vortex Shields after player does 2 million damage in a single match, and I don't think that's a coincidenceThe latest Apex Legends patch, Aftershock, introduces new Vortex Shields and buffs for Gibraltars and Wraith. The update also includes a fully-automatic Hemlok and new Wildcard abilities. This follows an instance where a player reportedly achieved 2 million damage in a single match, suggesting a connection to the new shield implementation.
Overwatch 2 Players Launch Boycott Against Repetitive Character SkinsOverwatch 2 players are organizing a boycott against Blizzard Entertainment due to perceived favoritism in character cosmetic skins, primarily for Kiriko and Mercy. The community is urging players to "speak with their wallets" by not purchasing skins for these popular heroes, aiming to influence Blizzard's monetization strategy for live service games. This movement highlights player dissatisfaction with the distribution of in-game cosmetics and seeks a more equitable approach across all characters.- Apex Legends Goes Nuclear on Cheaters with 10,909 Bans in One WeekRespawn Entertainment has banned over 10,900 Apex Legends accounts in one week for cheating, targeting players using expensive hardware like Xim, DMA devices, and HWID spoofers. This crackdown focuses on hardware-based cheating, which is more costly for offenders to replace than software cheats. The company is also implementing a new detection model, suggesting this ban wave is just the beginning of enhanced anti-cheat measures.
Apex Legends Gundam Model Kits Up at Premium BandaiBandai Namco has opened pre-orders for three Apex Legends Gundam model kits, part of a crossover event. These RG 1/144 scale kits, featuring designs inspired by Apex Legends characters Alter, Crypto, and Valkyrie, range from $49 to $65 and are expected to ship in September 2026. Apex Legends is available on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
How EA Sports FC 26 Avoided Being A "Cautionary Tale" And Made Accessibility HistoryEA Sports FC 26 has been recognized for its significant advancements in game accessibility, earning multiple awards and nominations. The development team, including gameplay producer Paul Parsons and accessibility director Morgan Baker, collaborated closely with the disabled community and drew inspiration from other EA titles to implement features like High Contrast Mode and Text-to-Speech, aiming to set a new industry standard for inclusive game design.
Highguard Dev Wildlight Appears to Have Quietly Shut Its DoorsWildlight Entertainment, the developer of the hero shooter Highguard, appears to have ceased operations. The studio's website and LinkedIn page are offline, and its ability to conduct business in California has been terminated. This follows the failed launch of Highguard, funding issues with Tencent, and widespread layoffs.
How to Report Toxic Players in Every Major GameThis guide details how to effectively report toxic players across major multiplayer games like Call of Duty, Valorant, Apex Legends, and others. It emphasizes providing specific details, timestamps, and clips to ensure reports are actionable by moderation systems, whether AI or human-reviewed. The article also covers platform-level reporting and when to escalate issues beyond in-game tools.