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EA Confirms Major 'Apex Legends' Update in Development, Dubbed 'Apex 2.0'

The update, described as a significant overhaul, is expected to launch after the next 'Battlefield' game, which is slated for release by 2026.

Overview

  • EA CEO Andrew Wilson announced plans for a substantial update to 'Apex Legends,' referring to it as 'Apex 2.0' during the company's latest earnings call.
  • The update aims to address the franchise's declining revenue trajectory and reinvigorate its long-term appeal.
  • Respawn Entertainment is focusing on smaller updates for quality-of-life improvements and anti-cheat measures while developing the larger 'Apex 2.0' overhaul.
  • The release of 'Apex 2.0' is planned to follow the launch of the next 'Battlefield' game, which is expected by April 2026.
  • Wilson emphasized the company's vision for 'Apex Legends' as a franchise with the potential to thrive for decades, citing its 200 million players to date.