Apex Legends fans have exciting developments to look forward to as the game gears up for its 27th season, named ‘Amped.’ Despite the buzz around EA’s recent launch of Battlefield 6 and its battle royale addition, Battlefield REDSEC, Respawn continues to deliver fresh content for their popular battle royale game. ‘Amped’ is set to launch next week, promising enhancements and new features.
New Season Highlights
The upcoming season will introduce a revamped Olympus map, now called Olympus: Rising, alongside several adjustments to some of the game’s Legends. Players can expect improved gameplay dynamics with buffs for Valkyrie, Rampart, and Horizon. A new mantle boost mechanic will enhance the game’s pace, enabling players to gain speed when wall-bouncing and mantling over ledges. A gameplay trailer has been released, showcasing these updates and the refreshed map.
Detailed Legend Adjustments
Valkyrie gains significant upgrades with faster VTOL jets and improved missile swarm abilities that now scan enemies and limit passive movements without causing self-harm or having height restrictions. Additionally, her Skyward Dive experiences a reduction in takeoff time. Rampart’s Amped Cover walls receive increased health and a protective roof when Evo levels increase. Horizon benefits from a reduced cooldown for her Gravity Lift and added durability to her Black Hole ability. All players will enjoy the mantle boost, enhancing speed on specific movements, and the Trident vehicle gets better collision dynamics with its own health bar.
Apex Legends’ Enduring Appeal
Despite the immense competition from other titles, Apex Legends has maintained a strong player base. Reports suggest that the game has consistently attracted over 150,000 concurrent players on Steam throughout the year, rarely dipping below this figure. This sustained popularity is a testament to its enduring appeal and the successful execution of live service content, marking a significant achievement as it approaches its 27th season.
Apex Legends remains a popular choice in the battle royale genre, consistently engaging players with fresh content and innovative mechanics.