ApexLegendsis one of the most popular games in the free-to-play battle royale genre. However, recently there has been a decline in its player base. Now,ApexLegendsprofessional players explain what and why the game is suffering.
ApexLegendsis built around the use of several player characters known as “Legends.” Each oftheseApex Legendscharactershave his or her own play style and abilities. In Season 7, the game integrated a new character called Horizon. Horizon is a Scottish researcher who uses novel abilities to outmaneuver opponents and gain an advantage. She can be bought usingApexcoins and is one of 16 legends.
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Albralelie is a player for TSM, a large esports group. Currently Albralelie is the number 76Apex Legendsplayer across all platforms and countries. This is no small feat in a player base reportedly above 75 million. Daltoosh, who voiced his agreement with smaller player Faide, is the number 29 player. There is hope for changes to be made, since much ofApex Legendsroutine maintenance includes the balancing of character abilities and stats. If enough players find issue with Horizon, she will likely be nerfed. Sometimes online games also release new characters overpowered to encourage more players to try them and then gradually reduce their abilities. Respawn Entertainment hassuggested it will be nerfing Horizon.
It appears the sentiment that horizon is overpowered is generally shared among players. If top players are claiming that a character is too difficult to defeat, then most of the player base is likely experiencing the same issues. Twitter replies, however, are somewhat contentious.
Some players are suggesting that Horizon is perfectly fine, and the pro players are merely embarrassed about losing to her. Others are saying their experience is different to the pros'. However, in all likelihood Horizon will be nerfed soon.
Apex Legendsis out now on PC, PlayStation 4, Switch, and Xbox One.
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