The most recent major update for Apex Legends is Season 21: Upheaval, which launched on May 7, 2024. Here’s a clear breakdown of the key features introduced in this update:Turtle Beach USA+2Apex Legends Wiki+2GGBoost+2
🆕 New Legend: Alter
Alter is a chaotic new Legend with abilities that manipulate space and time:Reddit+7Electronic Arts Inc.+7IGN+7
- Passive – Gift from the Rift: Remotely claim one item from a death box (excluding shield cores).Reddit+1Electronic Arts Inc.+1
- Tactical – Void Passage: Create a portal through surfaces to traverse the environment.Reddit+1Electronic Arts Inc.+1
- Ultimate – Void Nexus: Establish a regroup point for allies to teleport back to.Instagram+5Electronic Arts Inc.+5EA Help+5
Alter’s abilities offer unique strategic advantages, allowing for creative rotations and surprise maneuvers. IGN+5Electronic Arts Inc.+5Electronic Arts Inc.+5
🎮 Solos Takeover
The Solos mode replaces Duos from May 7 to June 24, 2024. This mode features:Apex Legends Wiki+3Electronic Arts Inc.+3IGN+3
- Pre-equipped weapons and attachments.Electronic Arts Inc.
- Battle Sense to detect nearby enemies.Electronic Arts Inc.
- Auto-heal and Second Chance mechanics.Apex Legends Wiki+4Electronic Arts Inc.+4Electronic Arts Inc.+4
These additions aim to enhance solo gameplay dynamics.
🗺️ Map Rotation
For the first half of Season 21, the following maps are available in Public Matches and Ranked:Turtle Beach USA+5Electronic Arts Inc.+5EA Forums+5
- Broken MoonElectronic Arts Inc.+5EA Forums+5Electronic Arts Inc.+5
- Kings CanyonElectronic Arts Inc.+1EA Forums+1
- World’s EdgeElectronic Arts Inc.+1EA Forums+1
These maps offer diverse environments and strategic opportunities.
🔧 Weapon and Legend Adjustments
The update includes several balance changes:
- Wingman: Removed from the Care Package; now includes Boosted Loader Hop-Up and reduced hipfire accuracy.Electronic Arts Inc.
- Devotion: Added to the Care Package; features increased damage and magazine size, with a new “Reverse Hipfire” mechanic.Electronic Arts Inc.
- Gold Weapons Rotation: Includes Nemesis Burst AR, Triple-Take, Peacekeeper, Prowler PDW, and Longbow DMR.Electronic Arts Inc.
- Loot Bin Changes: The first loot bin opened by an unarmed player will always contain a weapon.Electronic Arts Inc.
These adjustments aim to refine gameplay balance and enhance the player experience.
🎁 Battle Pass and Apex Artifacts
The Season 21 Battle Pass introduces void-themed skins and a new currency, Exotic Shards, used to upgrade Apex Artifacts. Artifacts offer customizable perks and lore connections, adding depth to the gameplay.
