Apex Legends player count drops

While competition drives innovation that benefits gamers, developers often find themselves in turbulent waters. Apex Legends recently hit turbulent times - battling rampant cheating issues, game-breaking bugs, and facing player backlash over an unpopular battle pass overhaul.

Concurrent Players Hit Record Lows

Steam charts reveal Apex Legends has been suffering a steady player exodus, with current numbers resembling those from its early launch days when the game was still finding its footing.

The parallels with Overwatch's stagnant period are striking. Like its competitor, Apex struggles with:

• Recycled Limited Time Events offering little beyond cosmetic refreshes
• Persistent cheating epidemics ruining matches
• Flawed matchmaking systems frustrating players
• Gameplay stagnation causing veteran players to seek alternatives

With new competitors like Marvel Heroes poaching players and Fortnite maintaining its cultural dominance through constant innovation, Respawn Entertainment faces mounting pressure. The community anxiously awaits meaningful changes - but until substantial updates arrive, the downward trend will likely continue. The development team has their work cut out for them in regaining player trust.