Apex Legends Launches on Nintendo Switch 2: Respawn's Battle Royale Expands Its Reach

Apex Legends, the acclaimed free-to-play hero shooter developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, is now officially available on Nintendo Switch 2.

This expansion brings the renowned battle royale experience to Nintendo’s advanced console, offering millions of new players the chance to compete in high-stakes, squad-based matches via the Nintendo eShop. Since its original 2019 release, Apex Legends has achieved impressive success across multiple platforms, becoming a staple in the competitive shooter genre.

The Nintendo Switch 2 edition further cements Respawn Entertainment’s commitment to broadening its audience and making the game accessible to more players around the world. To celebrate the launch, players who log into Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch 2 or the original Nintendo Switch before Tuesday, September 16, 2025, will receive the exclusive Legendary Pathfinder skin, “P.A.T.H.” This exclusive cosmetic is designed to reward the Nintendo community for embracing the arrival of Apex Legends on their platform. Described by the developers as a "character-driven, squad-based Battle Royale shooter where teamwork is the difference between victory and defeat," Apex Legends offers a fresh, tactical approach to the genre.

Players start each match by selecting from a diverse roster of Legends — outlaws, soldiers, misfits, and antiheroes — each featuring unique personalities and abilities.

Victory hinges not only on individual skill, but also on mastering your chosen Legend’s strengths and combining them effectively within your squad. Core gameplay features outlined by Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment include: - **A Roster of Legendary Characters:** Players can master a continually expanding roster of Legends, each with distinct abilities that reward both new and veteran competitors. - **Build Your Crew:** Collaborate and strategize with other Legends, creating dynamic team compositions tailored to your preferred playstyle. - **Strategic Battle Royale:** Success requires tactical decision-making, quick adaptation, and effective use of Legend abilities as matches progress - **Genre-Evolving Innovation:** Apex Legends introduces innovative features to the Battle Royale genre, such as Respawn Beacons for reviving teammates, the Smart Comms system for non-verbal communication, Intelligent Inventory management, and the Jumpmaster deployment system for tactical drops. - **Sweet, Sweet Loot:** Players can discover a wealth of powerful weapons, diverse attachments, customizable armor, and collectible cosmetics, allowing for deep personalization of both characters and gear. With digital availability now live worldwide on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2, Apex Legends invites a new wave of competitors to its vibrant ecosystem.

This launch marks another milestone for Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts, reinforcing the game’s status as a leader in the free-to-play Battle Royale space on consoles and beyond.

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