EA is revamping its approach to Apex Legends’ battle passes, opting for a split-season strategy that will feature two shorter, more frequent passes per year. They are typically available exclusively for real money, rather than being purchaseable using Apex Cash. Gaming enthusiasts naturally resist such suggested modifications.
Plans scheduled for launch in Season 22 were previously outlined in a blog post. Instead of a single season-long battle mode, the game will introduce two distinct half-season challenges, one marking the start of the season and another occurring mid-season, offering a fresh twist on traditional competitive play.
The primary obstacle is the simultaneous introduction of two significant changes: the swap from Apex packs to direct purchases and the elimination of battle passes’ buyability with in-game currency, which now requires a $9.99 payment for each pass, earning options through gameplay being unavailable.
Prior to the introduction of this battle pass, players had the opportunity to earn approximately 950 Apex Cash by completing challenges and progressing through the previous seasons’ content, thereby avoiding the need to spend real-life money on Apex packs or bundles.
Responding to criticisms, Respawn explains their reasoning: “Our data analysis shows that more concrete, player-centric changes are required to effectively engage our global community.” Each of these up-to-date features makes the Battle Cross even more accessible and valuable to your budget and schedule. The payoff must always justify the effort invested in the Outlands, and that’s currently true.
“The decision to transition from in-game currency (AC) to real-world money wasn’t an easy one, but it enables us to offer a more competitive pricing strategy for our community. The new Premium+ Battle Pass is €19.99 and provides greater value at 29% less than the previous Premium Battle Pass bundle, which was available for 2,800 AC.” What happens if you buy and then unlock the Battle Cross? You’re instantly restored to having 1,000 Action Points.
Gamers have vociferously expressed their discontent, with the game’s Steam reviews plummeting to a “Mixed” rating, while its subreddit has become a hotbed of outrage, as parents lament that recent changes have prompted them to uninstall the game, eroding trust in Respawn and fueling protest plans.
A thumbs down, then. These deliberate battle move adjustments fall under strategic maneuvering.
