The Apex Legends Unshackled Event brought back the fan-favorite limited-time mode Flashpoint, and with it a reminder of how versatile and vibrant this game is. Whether you’re looking for a traditional battle royale experience, a small-sided Team Deathmatch-style match, or an exciting spin on a classic formula, Apex Legends has …
Read More »Apex Legends next event, Unshackled, brings back Flashpoint
Flashpoint is back in Apex Legends. The fan-favorite time-limited mode – which sees Legends seeking out Flashpoint zones on the map in order to re-gen their health and shields – is back again as part of Apex Legends (opens in new tab)‘ upcoming new event, Unshackled. Unshackled will run for …
Read More »Apex Legends Control mode is nearly perfect and should be permanent
The popular Apex Legends Control mode has once again come and gone, but I think it’s about time it became a permanent fixture in the multiplayer rotation. The mode returned in the latest Limited Time Event – the Warrior Collection – and only for a two-week stint after it was …
Read More »How many people play Apex Legends?
The question of how many people play Apex Legends is asked a lot. Whether it’s for bragging rights from fans, or to diss by people who play something else, the numbers are important to some. When EA’s Titanfall themed battle royal launched it had a strong start with over 50 …
Read More »Elden Ring will kill your Steam Decks battery in 93 minutes
The Steam Deck’s battery reportedly only lasts 93 minutes with Elden Ring running. That’s according to a new guide by RockPaperShotgun (opens in new tab), which has tested various games on the new Steam Deck to see how long the handheld’s battery lasts from maximum charge. Apparently, Elden Ring lasts …
Read More »Live service game fatigue is real, but can it be fixed?
Apex Legends, Halo Infinite, Fortnite, Warzone, and Destiny 2 – live service games are more popular than ever, garnering millions of players and billions in revenue. But their ubiquity could ultimately lead to their downfall. As a live service player, I’m finding it nearly impossible to keep up with multiple …
Read More »Apex Legends Season 12 is making a big change for quitters
Apex Legends’ new season is making a big change for quitters, and a hugely welcome one at that. Just earlier today on February 8, the official patch notes for Apex Legends Season 12: Defiance arrived. Among the extensive list of in-game changes for Respawn’s battle royale game was the section …
Read More »Apex Legends PS5 and Xbox Series X versions rated in Europe and America
Update: New-gen versions of Apex Legends have been rated for release in America, Europe, and Taiwan. As per the two tweets from Gematsu just below, a PS5 and Xbox Series X version of Apex Legends was rated earlier today. Additionally, the ESRB just rated the PS5 version of Apex Legends …
Read More »Apex Legends is courting traditional FPS fans with all-new Control mode
Apex Legends Control will feel familiar if you’ve played multiplayer shooters before – but it’ll feel a helluva lot different if you’re expecting a traditional Apex Legends experience. It’s a Call of Duty multiplayer match meets a competitive Control match in Overwatch. It’s frenetic, chaotic, and somehow still well-balanced. Apex …
Read More »Three years in, Apex Legends has replaced Battlefield as EAs flagship FPS
As far as live service games go, Apex Legends is the gold standard. Since its surprise launch in February 2019, it’s consistently provided fun and fresh gameplay alongside regular updates, making it not just a top-tier battle royale, but one of the best multiplayer games out right now. Sure, there …
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