The most anticipated update of the year, Apex Legends Season 11 is right around the corner with a large amount of content including an all-new Legend, map, and weapons. With the release date set for next month, fans can’t wait for the update to drop so they can get back to their favorite Battle Royale game.
Apex Legends, one of the biggest titles to grace our machines in 2019, quickly gathered a lot of attention. Being the first game in the genre that incorporated a very fast-paced playstyle, with custom Legends that were equipped with an exclusive arsenal of abilities, its popularity comes as no surprise. The game was a breath of fresh air for people tired of the redundant Battle Royale gameplay. And the air just got fresher with the announcement of the next big update. Here’s what you need to know.
Apex Legends Season 11: Release Date
The season, known to be called “Escape” is said to be released globally on November 2nd, with an official trailer coming out on the 21st of this month, which would be tomorrow so it’s time to get excited.
The season is said to stick around till the February of 2022 giving you enough time to explore every nook and cranny of the update. Taking inspiration from the massively popular Titanfall franchise, the update is said to be an exciting take with a new battle pass and ranked split.
New Legend: Ash
With the release of Escape comes to a new Legend joining the ranks of the already battle-hardened soldiers that helped players get the “W”. The Season 11 update introduces Ash, full name Dr. Ashleigh Reid as Ash. The once human scientist make their way to the game as a cyborg. If you have had the chance to experience the Titanfall franchise, you would recognize Ash as one of the bosses you would have to face in the game affiliated with Vinson Dynamics where she was rebuilt.
The arsenal Ash will bring to the battleground has yet to be released, with the help of data mining, fans were able to find information pointing towards her abilities. One of which is claimed to be an AOE debuff that would make enemies susceptible to additional damage, while the ultimate, with the rumored name “Phase Shift” will bring portal jumping to the games but these are just speculations.
New Map: Outland
The game developers have also dropped hints that suggest the introduction of an entirely new map, or at least a complete overhaul of an existing one. The upcoming map is rumoured to be a very tropical-themed area bringing a freshness to the whole experience of the game. As fans speculate, on the basis of supposed leak images, the existence of floras and faunas on the map.
New Weapon: C.A.R
Yes, you heard it, the fan-favourite SMG from the Titanfall games, the C.A.R is making its way to Apex Legends with the upcoming update. The weapon is said to provide players with a high fire rate with impressive accuracy at close range allowing them to deliver high damages to opponents.
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Apex Legends Season 11 is said to release across all platforms and we cannot wait to try it out. Are you just as excited as we are? Let us know in the comments below.