Apex Legends Mobile has just dropped, and while it retains much of the same essence as its counterparts, there are a few key differences.
Apex Legends has become one of the most popular multiplayer games out there over the last few years. And now, with the recently released mobile version, Apex Legends players can get their fix on just about any and every device out there.
While Apex Legends Mobile does a surprisingly excellent job of recreating the same classic Apex Legends experience console and PC players have been enjoying for the last few years, there are a few key differences that set it apart from those versions. And in a rather surprising turn of events, these differences are actually all pretty positive.
One of the first differences console and PC Apex players might notice is the ability to switch between different camera perspectives on the fly. With just one tap of a tiny button in the bottom-left of the screen, players can switch from a first-person view to a third-person perspective.
First-person shooters on mobile are notoriously finicky, with movement and camera controls that are often pretty difficult to use. With Apex Legends Mobile allowing for the use of both camera perspectives, players can choose whether they prefer a perspective closer to the usual experience, or one that suits the mobile platform a little better.
One of the most interesting additions in Apex Legends Mobile is its more fleshed-out Firing Range mode. For quite some time now, Apex fans have wanted the Firing Range mode to be overhauled, bringing a set of challenges to the mode along with infinite ammo and some modifiers. Apex Legends Mobile does just that, allowing players to activate moving targets, set goals, and test out every weapon with infinite ammo.
Unlocking Legends in Apex Legends Mobile is much easier than its console and PC counterparts. Where in the classic version of Apex, Legends are only unlocked either via Apex Coins (in-game purchases) or with a lot of grinding, Apex Legends Mobile simply gives away its Legends for free. As players continue to play matches and level up in Apex Legends Mobile, they'll begin to unlock more and more Legends, starting with Lifeline. So while it may still take a while to achieve a full roster, it's considerably less time than the full version requires.
Where the full version of Apex Legends has received a number of Deathmatch-like modes over the years, these tend to be time-limited events. Apex Legends Mobile has started life with a permanent Deathmatch mode already packaged in. For those who are new to mobile shooters, this mode offers bite-sized matches that should help to teach the game's basic controls and the general ins and outs of combat.
By far, the most unique aspect of Apex Legends Mobile is its exclusive Legend, Fade. Fade can be acquired by leveling up the mobile version's Battle Pass and gaining enough Fade Pieces, or by simply purchasing him for 750 Syndicate Gold, this version's equivalent of Apex Coins.
Fade's abilities work fairly well on the mobile platform, with his Passive giving him a temporary speed boost following a slide, and his Tactical ability allowing him to teleport back to his previous location, much like Tracer's ability in Overwatch. Fade's Ultimate, Phase Chamber, creates a void in the arena, blocking both enemies' and teammates' ability to take damage or deal it, while also slowing their movement speed. This Ultimate should work pretty well to put a momentary pause on a tense firefight, giving teams the ability to heal up if they're quick enough.
Apex Legends is available now for Mobile devices, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
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