Bug Fixes, Weapon rework, Control optimized, and new event
Hey Legends!
We have a very exciting 2 weeks coming up in Apex Legends. Starting March 29th the Warrior event starts and will last until April 12th. Along with it, Control mode returns on a new map.
Control Mode on New Map
The 9v9 activity is back as promised but with a twist. There is a caustic takeover for the new Kings Canyon Control map. Which makes the map look cool, but also has a deadly mechanic. Teams capturing B can then interact with the terminal in the lab surrounding B to release a caustic gas that builds up. The enemy team will have a hard time capturing B back while this is in effect. It has a cooldown and only lasts 30 seconds, so make use of this time while B is untouchable.
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New Arena Map introduced
I know everyone doesn't play Arena but it can be a fun mode to warm up with and play more casually. I like to use it to try out weapons and ability strategies. Regardless there is a new map they have added and it may be worth trying out when you see it in the rotation.
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Warrior Event Starts March 29th
Earn those points and unlock all the event's special loot. I can't wait to see everyone out there with all these cool skins and recolors. Check them out:
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Crypto's new Heirloom
Crypto finally has a new heirloom and it looks great. Also has a little secret inside, giving you a further glimpse into his story:
Full Patch Notes from EA
CONTROL MODE UPDATES:
- Fixed issue where players would not be able to see or select spawn points on the Spawn Menu after dying while stimmed as Octane.
- Removed the Turbo Charger from Purple Tier weapons - Players have to get their Ratings up to Gold Tier in order to get it.
- Several crash fixes to help with mode stability.
- Fixed a UI bug where Mythic ammo icon appears on non-crate weapons when auto-reloaded.
- Fix for ammo disappearing from Rampart's mobile Sheila when firing.
G7 SCOUT
- Double Tap burst fire delay reduced from 0.475 to 0.375.
- Double Tap recoil improvements.
- Ammo reserves increased from 120 to 140.
HOP-UPS SPAWN RATE ADJUSTMENTS
- Increased spawn rate for Hammerpoint Rounds and Kinetic Feeder.
- Reduced spawn rate for Deadeye's Tempo, Shatter Caps, and Boosted Loader.
BUG FIXES:
- Fixed frame jitter that could appear while spectating a match.
- Fixed issue where Precision Choke was disabled by default on Golden TripleTake.
- Fixed issue where players could leave at the start of a match without being penalized.
- Fixed hack where players were able to duel-wield weapons.
- Fixed bug where players would not receive assist credit when damaging Gibraltar's arm shield.
- Fix for bug when Crypto's animation would glitch after using a finisher while in death protection.
- Fixed bug where players were unable to perform Ash's skydive emote.
- Fixed bug where the Leaver Penalty warning would always show two minutes regardless of how many times you've disconnected.
- Fixed bug where damaging MRVN would count towards upgrading your Evo Shield.
- Fix for cases where Crypto can throw out multiple drones.
- Fix for cases where Pathfinder is able to grapple enemies indefinitely.
- Fix for cases where players are able to reset Wraith's Tactical cooldown by ending her phasing while entering an Ash's Portal.
- Fix for visual inconsistencies in Bloodhound's Cyber Hunt skin.
- Arenas: Fix for a bug where music could cut off at the start of a match in Habitat.
- Arenas: Fix for visual bug where Legend abilities would stay onscreen during a match.
- Various fixes to charging systems in weapons to work more consistently and by design.
- Fix for cases where players could remove bullet spread when using ziplines.
- Fix for visual inconsistencies in reactive weapons after activating.
- Fix for cases where Wattson's Ultimate's shield regen would work through some windows in Command Center.
- Tropics Map: Fix for cases where players can be launched by Gravity Cannon while below it.
- Added tracker for "Battle Royale Wins".
That's all we have for today, I know quite a lot. That is what we deserve after such a long break from content. See you out there on the grind!
Stay frosty Legends