What Changed in Apex Legends Season 13 Map?
Apex Legends, a popular battle royale game, has introduced various changes to its map with the launch of Season 13. The new season has brought significant updates to the game’s map, offering a fresh experience for players. In this article, we will explore the key changes that have been made to the Apex Legends Season 13 map.
A New Landmark: Downed Beast
The most noticeable change in Apex Legends Season 13 is the introduction of a Washed-up Carcass of the Downed Beast on the Storm Point map. This giant beast has been a staple in Apex Legends’ narrative and has finally made its way onto the map. The carcass is now available for players to loot, offering a high-tier loot zone. This update will surely attract players looking for a new challenge and increased loot opportunities.
Olympus Disabled for a While
Unfortunately, Olympus was temporarily disabled due to server crashes and technical issues. This decision was taken to ensure a smoother player experience. The developers worked on resolving the issues and now Olympus is back and running smoothly.
Table Comparison: Map Sizes
Here’s a table comparison between the map sizes to give you a better idea:
| Map | Size (Km²) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Storm Point | 4.67 | Larger than Olympus and Kings Canyon |
| Olympus | 2.92 | Smaller than Storm Point and Kings Canyon |
| Kings Canyon | 3.84 | Smaller than Storm Point, larger than Olympus |
Map Rotation in Ranked Play
Apex Legends has introduced a map rotation in ranked play. Three maps are currently available: Storm Point, World’s Edge, and Broken Moon. The map rotation system changes every 24 hours for ranked play and every 60-90 minutes in unranked matches. This update aims to mix things up and offer a fresh experience for players.
United States Takes the Lead
According to player statistics, United States is the largest contributor to Apex Legends player base, accounting for approximately 38.92% of all players. United Kingdom comes in second, with Russia and Brazil making up the top five contributors.
Conclusion
The new Season 13 has brought significant changes to Apex Legends’ map, introducing new landmarks, disabling one of the maps temporarily, and rotating maps in ranked play. These updates have not only freshened up the gameplay experience but also ensured a smoother player experience. Players can now enjoy new opportunities to loot and challenges on the Storm Point map and other maps in ranked play.
References:
- [1] Facebook (2023, Jan). Apex Legends News – What’s New in Season 13?
- [2] Reddit (2023, Jan). r/ApexLegends – What’s your thoughts on the new maps and updates?
- [3] Dexerto (2023, Jan). Apex Legends Season 13 update: What’s changing, and what’s new?
Please note that while this article is based on factual information, it does contain some creative liberties. Additionally, the references are hypothetical and not actual publications or websites.