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Season 28: Breach

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Apex Legends operates on a seasonal model, with each season typically lasting around three months. Knowing when each season ends is essential for players to plan their gameplay and complete various objectives. Understanding the seasonal cycle allows you to maximize your experience within the game.

Throughout the history of Apex Legends, seasonal transitions have been quite consistent, occurring every 90 days, give or take a few days. This predictable cycle aids players in planning objectives and strategies. New seasons kick off with a major update, bringing fresh legends, battle passes, and gameplay changes.

TIMELINE

Season 28: Breach

Season Start

Season End

Total Duration

91 days

Days Remaining

49 days until Season 28: Breach ends

What happens when the Apex Legends season ends?

Ranked Mode Reset

Your Apex Legends Ranked Points will reset when Season 27 concludes. Predator and Master players receive exclusive dive trails, badges, and weapon charms. Placement matches determine your starting tier next season.

Next Season

Apex Legends Season 28 launches shortly after Season 27, featuring potential new Legend releases, weapon balancing, map updates, and a fresh Battle Pass with 110 tiers of rewards.

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Apex Legends Season History

View previous Apex Legends seasons. Average duration: 91 days.

Season End Duration
Season 27: Amped Current Feb 10, 2026
98d
Season 26: AftershockNov 4, 2025
91d
Season 25: StarfallAug 5, 2025
91d
Season 24: TakeoverMay 6, 2025
84d
Season 23: From the RiftFeb 11, 2025
97d
Season 22: ShockwaveNov 5, 2024
91d
Season 21: UpheavalAug 6, 2024
91d
Season 20: BreakoutMay 7, 2024
84d
Season 19: IgniteFeb 13, 2024
105d
Season 18: ResurrectionOct 31, 2023
84d
Season 17: ArsenalAug 8, 2023
91d
Season 16: RevelryMay 9, 2023
84d
Season 15: EclipseFeb 14, 2023
105d
Season 14: HuntedNov 1, 2022
84d
Season 13: SaviorsAug 9, 2022
91d
Season 12: DefianceMay 10, 2022
91d
Season 11: EscapeFeb 8, 2022
98d
Season 10: EmergenceNov 2, 2021
91d
Season 9: LegacyAug 3, 2021
91d
Season 8: MayhemMay 4, 2021
91d
Season 7: AscensionFeb 2, 2021
90d
Season 6: BoostedNov 4, 2020
78d
Season 5: Fortune's FavorAug 18, 2020
98d
Season 4: AssimilationMay 12, 2020
98d
Season 3: MeltdownFeb 4, 2020
126d
Season 2: Battle ChargeOct 1, 2019
91d
Season 1: Wild FrontierJun 18, 2019
91d
PreseasonMar 19, 2019
43d

Dates are approximate and may vary by region

Average duration of Apex Legends seasons

The seasons of Apex Legends typically last around three months, with an average duration falling between 90 to 91 days. These timeframes allow developers to introduce new content while providing players with enough time to engage and explore seasonal offerings.

Awareness of season end dates is crucial for several reasons:

  • Battle Pass completion: Limited-time rewards that expire when the season ends.
  • Strategic ranked play: Placements affected by resets at the end of each season.
  • Seasonal content engagement: Enhancing gameplay variety and keeping the experience fresh.

Season structure and key changes at season end

What Resets at the End of Each Season

As the current season concludes, several crucial elements reset:

  • Battle Pass levels reset, requiring players to start afresh in the new season.
  • Ranked Battle Royale ranks are cleared, impacting competitive standing.

What Carries Over Between Seasons

Despite resets, some items and currencies are retained across seasons, providing continuity:

  • Apex Coins remain intact, allowing for ongoing purchases.
  • Exotic Shards, Heirloom Shards, Legend Tokens, and Crafting Metals also carry over.
  • Players keep all cosmetic items acquired during the previous season.

Impact of season end on ranked play

At the end of each season, the ranked system undergoes a reset. Players lose their current ranks and a new ranking season commences. The conclusion of a season can greatly impact placements for the new season—players start fresh, usually placed in a lower tier, allowing them to climb back up based on performance.

To prepare for ranked changes before season ends:

  • Focus on achieving your desired rank before the reset.
  • Complete challenges that can help boost your rank.
  • Collaborate with teammates to enhance overall performance.

Map rotations and updates around season end

As seasons draw to a close, significant map rotations and updates are implemented, affecting gameplay and strategy. Seasonal transitions witness the introduction of new environments while phased-out maps provide a momentary break.

Maps featured in recent seasons include:

  • Broken Moon: Introduced unique vertical gameplay mechanics, challenging players to navigate varying elevation levels.
  • Kings Canyon: A classic map known for its iconic landmarks, continuing to see seasonal changes.
  • Olympus: A vibrant atmosphere with floating structures and lush scenery creating a distinct battlefield.
  • Storm Point: Featuring diverse biomes that allow for strategic play and different playstyles.

New legends and gameplay changes linked to season end

With the start of every new season, players can typically expect the arrival of at least one new legend. This fresh character brings unique abilities and playstyles that shake up the current meta, encouraging players to rethink their approach in both squad strategies and individual gameplay.

Transitions between seasons often come with gameplay adjustments to balance the overall experience—including tweaks to existing legends, updates to weapons, and modifications to the map. The introduction of new content significantly impacts player strategy through:

  • Shifts in team compositions as players experiment with new legend synergies.
  • Altered strategies for map navigation, particularly with new elements or layouts.
  • Refined tactics centered around new abilities that can counter existing meta strategies.

Planning ahead: maximizing playtime before season ends

  • Strategies for Completing the Battle Pass: Prioritize daily and weekly challenges that offer higher experience points. Engage in limited-time modes and make use of double XP weekends whenever possible.
  • Timing Ranked Play: Identify peak times when the player pool is least competitive for better placement opportunities. Focus on individual performance and teamwork for quicker rank advancements.
  • Utilizing Seasonal Rewards: Seasonal rewards include unique cosmetics and items that won't return. Focus on completing all relevant tasks and objectives to ensure nothing valuable is left behind.

About Apex Legends

Genre

Battle Royale

Battle Pass

950 Apex Coins

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