Apex Legends Season 20 Release Date & Latest News

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Apex Legends Season 20

As the new year begins, players of Apex Legends have exciting new content to look forward to in Season 20. Find out when the Apex Legends Season 20 release date is and what new content is rumored to be included.

Apex Legends Season 20 Release Date

The anticipated release date for Apex Legends Season 20 is February 13, 2024, at 10AM PT, based on the in-game battle pass timer from Season 19.

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New Content in Apex Legends Season 20

  • New Legend Upgrade System – EVO earned during a match now enhances your legend’s shields and upgrade paths specifically for that match and in certain Battle Royale modes.
  • Legend Armor – This replaces body shield pickups and allows each Legend to have a core armor stat that can be swapped out during the game, activating a brief shield Overcharge window when upgrading to a higher armor core.
  • New Ways to Earn EVO – Including dealing damage, reviving, and wiping squads.
  • EVO Harvesters – Floor items that passively earn EVO while interacting with them.
  • Changes to Ranked – Minimum level requirement reduced to 20, increased focus on eliminations, and increased Streak and Matchmaker bonuses.
  • Ranked Matchmaking Changes – Matching players with similar RP levels rather than rank.
  • Mixtape Map (Thunderdome)
  • 120Hz Performance Mode for next-gen consoles.
  • Breakout Rewards to earn items for new Legends throughout the season.
  • 5th Anniversary LTM and Rewards

Besides the confirmed new content, there is speculation about additional updates and changes that might come with Season 20. Fans are hopeful for the release of the Legend Jester, rumored to have been intended for release alongside Titanfall 2. Additionally, there are leaks suggesting a possible rework for Lifeline, including changes to her tactical and ultimate abilities.

While there are no confirmations, the community eagerly awaits Season 20 to see what changes will be implemented, including updates to the ranked system.

For more information on the upcoming update and the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth crossover, be sure to check out our comprehensive coverage.

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