What changed in Apex Legends™ in 2020
81 updates · 31 main milestones · Jul 23, 2020 to Dec 1, 2020
- 13 eventsNew Train Station: Derailmentworld
A new station called Derailment added to Winter Express, featuring unique flanking opportunities.
SteamReturn of Winter Express Limited-Time Modenew contentMilestoneWinter Express mode returns with new features including supply ships and a new station called Derailment.
SteamReduced Respawn Times in Winter Expressquality of lifeChanges made to reduce long respawn times between rounds in Winter Express mode.
SteamNew Winter Cosmeticsnew contentBrand new winter-themed cosmetics available during the Holo-Day Bash.
SteamReturn of Winter Express Modenew contentMilestoneWinter Express limited-time mode returns from December 1 to January 4 with new gameplay features.
SteamWinter Express Loadout Refreshbalance changeLoadouts have been refreshed and rebalanced to include new weapons and purple armor.
SteamNew Rewards Track for Holo-Day Bashnew contentAn all-new rewards track with unlockables will be available during Holo-Day Bash.
SteamNew Holo-Day Rewards Tracknew contentA new rewards track with unlockables available from December 1 to January 4.
SteamNew Respawn Mechanics in Winter ExpressgameplayPlayers will now spawn on their own supply ship after respawning, allowing for strategic skydive into combat.
SteamMonthly Sales on New SkinsshopNew set of sales including Loba, Revenant, and Spitfire Legendary Skins from November 24 to January 4.
SteamLoadout Refresh and Rebalancebalance changeLoadouts for Winter Express mode have been refreshed to include new weapons and purple armor.
SteamHolo-Day Bash 2020 Beginsseasonal eventMilestoneHolo-Day Bash runs from December 1 to January 4 with new cosmetics and a rewards track.
SteamHolo-Day Bash Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneHolo-Day Bash is officially live with the Winter Express limited-time mode.
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- 6 eventsChampion Edition Launchnew contentMilestone
The Champion Edition includes nine character unlocks, exclusive cosmetics, and Apex Coins.
SteamFree Exclusive Gun Charms for Steam Playersseasonal eventSteam players receive free Portal and Half-Life-inspired gun charms for playing this season.
SteamNew Legend: Horizonnew contentMilestoneIntroducing Horizon, a new Legend with gravity-defying tech.
SteamNew Map: Olympusnew contentMilestoneSeason 7 introduces the floating city of Olympus with new gameplay features.
SteamApex Legends Now Available on Steamdlc releaseMilestoneApex Legends debuts on Steam with cross progression with Origin.
Steam - 14 eventsApex Legends Launches on Steamdlc releaseMilestone
Apex Legends is officially coming to Steam when Season 7 launches on November 4, 2020.
SteamNew Legendary Skins Availablenew contentMilestoneUnlock Legendary skins like High Class Wraith, Fast Fashion Octane, and Polished Perfection Prowler.
SteamExclusive Gun Charms for Steam Playersnew contentSteam players will receive free exclusive Portal and Half-Life inspired gun charms for logging in during Season 7.
SteamClubs Feature Launchnew contentA new community feature called Clubs is introduced to enhance player interaction.
SteamLaunch of Olympus Mapnew contentMilestoneA new map called Olympus is introduced, featuring floating vehicles and new gameplay dynamics.
SteamNew Skydive Emotes and Quips Addednew contentNew customization options available through the Battle Pass.
SteamIntroduction of New Legend Horizonnew contentMilestoneA new Legend named Horizon joins the roster, bringing unique abilities to the game.
SteamPre-load Available for Base Gamequality of lifeYou can pre-load the base game now to make things faster.
SteamCross-Platform ProgressionsystemAccount progression and unlocks will carry over between Steam and Origin.
SteamSeason 7 Battle Passnew contentA new Battle Pass is available for players to purchase and unlock exclusive rewards.
SteamApex Legends Season 7 – Ascension Battle Pass Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneNew Battle Pass featuring high-class rewards including Legendary items and skins.
SteamDaily and Weekly Challenges Introducednew contentComplete challenges to earn unique rewards including Holo-Sprays, Apex Packs, and more.
Steam - 8 eventsHorizon’s N.E.W.T. AbilitygameplayMilestone
Horizon can deploy N.E.W.T. to create a micro black hole that sucks in opponents.
SteamIntroduction of Horizon, New Characternew contentMilestoneHorizon, a new character with gravity-altering abilities, joins the Apex Games.
SteamNew Map: Olympusnew contentMilestoneIntroducing the floating city of Olympus as the new map for Season 7.
SteamCross Progression with OriginsystemPlayers can now have persistent progress across Steam and Origin accounts.
SteamLevitating Trident Vehiclesnew contentNew gameplay feature with levitating vehicles in the Olympus map.
SteamExclusive Gun Charms for Steam Playersnew contentFree Portal and Half-Life-inspired gun charms available for playing this season.
SteamHorizon’s Gravity Lifts AbilitygameplayMilestoneHorizon can deploy gravity lifts to provide vertical boosts to her team.
SteamNew Legend: Horizonnew contentMilestoneHorizon arrives with gravity-defying tech to enhance gameplay.
Steam - 23 eventsR99 and Prowler Supply Drop Changesbalance change
R99 returns to normal loot pool; Prowler added to supply drop.
SteamNew Vehicle: The Tridentnew contentMilestoneA hover car exclusive to Olympus, allowing squads to travel quickly and engage in combat.
SteamNew Map: Olympusnew contentMilestoneA new arena set in the sky city of Olympus, featuring new vehicles and unique gameplay elements.
SteamNew Legend: Horizonnew contentMilestoneHorizon is a new Legend with gravity manipulation abilities, including a passive for air control and an ultimate that creates a micro black hole.
SteamRegular Map Rotation UpdateworldOlympus will be the only map for 2 weeks, followed by a rotation with World’s Edge.
SteamWattson Perimeter Security Damage Increasebalance changeDamage per touch increased from 10 to 15.
SteamLTM: Olympus Previewnew contentMilestoneA limited-time mode allowing players to explore Olympus without combat for one week.
SteamSeason 7 Ranked RotationworldFirst half of Ranked Split on Olympus, second half on World’s Edge.
SteamReplicator Updatesquality of lifeWeapons removed from crafting pool, replaced with Shield batteries; crafted items are protected for 5 seconds.
SteamRampart Sheila Spin-Up Time Reductionbalance changeSpin-up time reduced from 2 seconds to 1.25 seconds.
SteamSeason 7 Battle Passnew contentMilestoneNew Battle Pass featuring high fashion skins and a revamped challenge system.
SteamAir Drop Clarity Improvementsquality of lifeAirdrop beam colors changed for better differentiation between types.
SteamBangalore Rolling Thunder Adjustmentbalance changeExplosion time reduced from 8 seconds to 6 seconds.
SteamLoba Black Market Ammo Changebalance changeAmmo taken no longer counts towards Black Market’s maximum.
SteamAttachment Swap Improvementsquality of lifeOld attachments will automatically transfer if they improve your other weapon.
SteamMirage Decoy Health Increasebalance changeDecoys now have 45 health to make them harder to clear.
SteamPathfinder Grappling Hook Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneChanges to cooldown and travel mechanics to enhance gameplay.
SteamCaustic Gas Damage Updatebalance changeMilestoneDamage increased from 4-10 to 6-12 ticks; blurred vision effect removed.
SteamIntroduction of Clubsnew contentPlayers can join or create clubs to find teammates more easily.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Vehicle: Tridentnew contentMilestone
Hop aboard Olympus’s levitating Trident vehicles to cross the map fast.
SteamNew Legend: Horizonnew contentMilestoneA brilliant astrophysicist who escaped a black hole and aims to use her newfound mastery of gravity.
SteamSteam Supportnew contentPlay on Steam during Season 7 to claim your free Valve-inspired gun charms.
SteamNew Map: Olympusnew contentMilestoneExplore a lush, manicured landscape on the surface and an industrial underbelly below.
SteamNew Battle Passnew contentMilestoneAccess exclusive items including the Legendary Prowler Polished Perfection skin and three new Rare Legends skins.
Steam - 1 eventApex Legends-themed Animated Stickers and Avatarsshop
Apex Legends-themed animated stickers and avatars introduced to the points shop.
Steam - 4 eventsSteam Exclusive Gun Charmsnew content
Introducing special gun charms inspired by Half-Life and Portal for Steam players.
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