For those who seek adrenaline, action, and challenges, there is a special place in this world. Well, there's nothing more adrenaline pumping than parachuting into an unknown area, across an unimaginable battlefield while being shot at from all directions.
That special place in the world is Apex Legends, an adaptation that brings the intense experience and strategy of the popular battle royale game to the palm of your hand with impressive fidelity.
Get your Mozambique ready, it's time to jump into the world of legends.
The origin of a mobile legend
Following the monumental success of Apex Legends on PC and consoles, Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts decided to expand its reach to the mobile market. In March 2021, Apex Legends was finally announced for mobile devices and after several testing phases, the game launched globally in May 2022.
The mission was to offer a gaming experience faithful to its original version but optimized for mobile devices. This strategy allowed Respawn to attract a new audience and many veterans who found their ideal pocket game.
From the ship to your phone
Keeping the essence of the classic original, this battle royale game is based on teams of three players competing on a map that shrinks over time. Each player selects a “legend”, which is a character with unique abilities that influences team strategy and dynamics.
The game is free to play but includes purchases within the app for cosmetic and other nonessential items.
This version has been carefully adapted to work with touch controls, offering smooth and precise gameplay, much like the experience on other consoles or PC.
Outstanding functionalities:
- Intuitive ping system: Allows players to communicate without the need of a microphone, marking enemies, locations, and objects of interest with a simple touch.
- Legends' unique abilities: Each character (legends), has special abilities divided into passive, tactical and ultimate, forming diverse gameplay strategies.
- Improved mobility: Mechanics of sliding, climbing and agile movements that add dynamism to the combat and to the exploration of the map.
- Exclusive game modes: Unique game modes and themed events for the mobile version, providing unique challenges and rewards.
- Respawn Beacons: Locations on the map where players can revive teammates, adding another layer of strategy.
- Customizable tactical controls: Adjustable and optimized tactical controls for precise and comfortable gameplay on mobile devices.
Requirements to play and what other options are available
To enjoy Apex Legends on their mobile devices, Android users require at least 3 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 625 processor or higher. In the case of IOS devices, an iPhone 6S or higher is required.
Its main competitor in the battle royale world is without a doubt PUBG Mobile, although Fortnite also has a significant presence. Each of these games offers a unique experience. In any case, Apex Legends stands out in its characters and its focus on team play.
Become a legend
In essence, Apex Legends for mobile devices is not just a scaled down version of the original, it's a complete experience that allows users of this release to immerse themselves in the game anytime, anywhere.
In my opinion, it's a good battle royale. However, it is not the best the market has to offer.
Everything will depend on the particular taste of each user. If you are a fan of the original game, I am sure you will love it; and if you are not, you will surely enjoy this saga for its magnificent qualities. Fun is guaranteed!
Pros:
- Easy to play and understand, with intuitive controls.
- Similar to the desktop version and console version.
- Different modes to play so it doesn’t get boring.
Cons:
- It can consume a lot of resources, like battery, RAM and mobile data.
- At the beginning can be confusing, even though you go through a tutorial.
- Some users report lagging on some devices.
