EA Announces Ambitious Plans for Apex Legends 2.0

Electronic Arts (EA) is gearing up for a significant overhaul of Apex Legends with what’s being dubbed as the 2.0 update, a move sparked by a concerning drop in the game’s revenue streams. Despite its massive fan base, Apex Legends has not quite lived up to EA’s financial hopes, prompting the need for a revamp.

Apex Legends, a free-to-play title, consistently rolls out new updates to refresh its content and address player feedback. When it burst onto the scene in 2019, it redefined the battle royale landscape with a roster of “Legends,” each boasting unique abilities. The game quickly captured the hearts of millions, hitting major milestones and becoming a staple for fans of multiplayer and battle royale genres. However, despite retaining its popularity, Apex Legends hasn’t fulfilled EA’s broader objectives, and the game publisher is setting ambitious plans in motion.

In a recent financial briefing, EA’s CEO, Andrew Wilson, shared plans for Apex Legends 2.0. Describing the forthcoming update as “meaningful,” Wilson aims to propel the game into new arenas of player experience. While praising Apex Legends as one of the most successful launches ever, drawing in over 200 million players, he acknowledged the game’s struggle to meet EA’s targets. Numerous strategies have been tried, yet the outcomes have been less than satisfactory, prompting a rethink of their approach.

Rather than scrapping the project, EA is determined to breathe new life into Apex Legends, focusing on updates that enhance its anti-cheat systems and overall player experience while ensuring its commercial viability. Wilson expressed confidence in the team’s commitment to nurturing Apex Legends into a game that stands the test of time. Although specifics are scarce, EA intends for this major update to redefine the franchise, though exact plans and dates remain undisclosed.

As for when players can expect these changes, Wilson indicated that the update won’t coincide with the release of the new Battlefield game, suggesting Apex Legends 2.0 will roll out afterward. He reassured that EA is dedicated to continuously investing in the Apex community, aiming to elevate the game to new levels in the future.