Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes, Check the New Update

Discover the latest Apex Legends update 2.28 patch notes and dive into the details of the update, featuring crucial adjustments and improvements to the Apex Legends game.

by Swetha P

Updated Jun 30, 2023

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Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes, Check the New Update
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Apex Legends Overview

Apex Legends, developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, is a highly popular free-to-play battle royale-hero shooter game. Originally launched in February 2019 for PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One, it has since expanded its availability to other platforms. The game became accessible on Nintendo Switch in March 2021, followed by releases for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in March 2022.

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Additionally, a mobile version called Apex Legends Mobile was introduced in May 2022, catering to Android and iOS users. However, it's important to note that cross-platform play is not currently supported for the mobile version. The game revolves around squads of two or three players who select from a variety of pre-designed characters called "Legends," each with their own unique abilities. Apex Legends offers two main gameplay modes.

The "Battle Royale" mode features up to 20 three-person squads or 30 two-person duos, where players land on an island, search for weapons and supplies, and engage in combat to be the last team standing. The other mode, called "Arenas," involves 3v3 team deathmatches where squads fight to accumulate points and secure a two-point lead for the victory. Set in the science fiction universe of Respawn Entertainment's Titanfall series, Apex Legends surprised players with its sudden release in 2019. It garnered positive reviews from critics for its engaging gameplay, progression system, and fusion of different genres. 

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Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes

Respawn Entertainment has recently released version 2.28 of Apex Legends, available on PS4, PC, and Xbox. This update focuses primarily on addressing minor issues that players have encountered while playing the game. It also includes various improvements related to stability and performance, aiming to create a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.

The release of version 2.28 follows a series of previous updates, including versions 2.17, 2.18, and 2.20, which brought minor tweaks and changes to the game. While the latest patch aims to resolve many known issues, it's possible that some remaining problems may still persist. However, the development team is actively working to ensure that Apex Legends delivers an optimal and satisfying gameplay experience for its dedicated player base. With ongoing updates and improvements, players can look forward to an even more polished and engaging experience within the game.

Apex 2.28 Patch Notes June 29, 2023

  • Names no longer incorrectly appear when in Anonymous mode
  • Deaths outside the Ring now show in the kill feed
  • Quips now display subtitles when selected in Banner menus
  • Sound effects for Ash select animations
  • Addressed a bug where button prompts may not appear on the summary/death screen, including the report button – but buttons still work.
  • [Control] Addressed a bug where players are occasionally unable to spawn on any captured zones, besides the Dropship zone.
  • Added general stability fixes.
  • Added gameplay performance improvements.

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Apex Legends Gameplay

Apex Legends offers an exhilarating online multiplayer experience with its battle royale format and unique squad-based gameplay. Each match consists of twenty teams, each comprising three-player squads, who are tasked with surviving and eliminating other squads to emerge as the champions. Before the match begins, players select from a diverse roster of 23 playable characters, ensuring that no character is duplicated within a squad.

These Legends possess distinctive designs, personalities, and abilities, contributing to various playstyles and team strategies. The game starts with all teams boarding an aircraft that traverses the game map. A designated jumpmaster from each squad determines when and where the squad will skydive, though individual players can choose to deviate from the squad's path. Once on the ground, squads scavenge for weapons, armor, and equipment in buildings and crates scattered across the map.

Apex Legends features a unique nonverbal communication system known as the "ping system," allowing players to convey crucial information to their squadmates using a game controller. As the game progresses, a shrinking safe zone forces squads into closer proximity, increasing the likelihood of encounters and intense firefights. Players caught outside the safe zone suffer damage and must move swiftly to avoid elimination.

If a player is knocked down, their squadmates can revive them, but if they are eliminated, there is still a chance for resurrection. Teammates can retrieve the fallen player's respawn banner within a time limit and bring it to designated beacons on the island to restore them to the game. In addition to the classic battle royale mode, Apex Legends introduced the permanent "Arenas" mode in Season 9.

This mode pits three-player squads against each other in 3v3 team deathmatches over multiple rounds. The objective is to accumulate at least three points and maintain a two-point lead to secure victory. In the Arenas mode, players begin each round in a shop where they can use materials earned from previous rounds to purchase equipment and charges for their Legends' abilities, reminiscent of mechanics seen in games like Counter-Strike and Valorant.

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Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes - FAQs

1. What is Apex Legends?

Apex Legends, developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, is a highly popular free-to-play battle royale-hero shooter game. 

2. Is Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes released?

Yes, Apex Legends Update 2.28 Patch Notes is released

3. Can I play Apex Legends on mobile?  

No, Apex Legends is not available for mobile platforms such as Android and iOS.

4. How many players can form a squad in Apex Legends?  

Apex Legends allows squads of either two or three players.

5. What is the objective in the "Arenas" mode of Apex Legends?  

In the "Arenas" mode, teams compete in 3v3 team deathmatches to accumulate at least three points and maintain a two-point lead for victory. Players can use earned materials to purchase equipment and charges for their Legends' abilities between rounds.

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